Folk Bands and Artists

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Haunting harmonies, toe-tapping rhythm and twisted folk from rising stars. “Energetic, original … excellent stage presence and varied, enchanting material … extremely deserving winners of the Bath Fo…

Yugal Gurung

London

Dreamy Nepali singer-songwriter

Yugal Gurung

London

Dreamy Nepali singer-songwriter

Yuko Tsubame

Uk based Japanese musician, who plays a traditional three strings instrument; Sanshin from Okinawa and sings Japanese folk; Minyo, 懐メロ & vintage Jazz with a spirit of Punk.

Yuko Yokoi Band

Yuko Yokoi Band brings the sophisticated yet warm sound of Brazil with a twist of jazz. The singer, Yuko shares her absolute love of Brazilian jazz music. Full of improvisation, light and colour, her…

Yung C

Yurodny

Founded in 2007 by saxophonist and composer Nick Roth, Yurodny perform contemporary interpretations of traditional music from around the world, and work in collaboration with other performers and comp…

Yusuf Cat Stevens

Throughout the course of his incredible career, Yusuf has charmed people’s’ hearts, entertained millions, and brought hope and assistance to those in need. He has had the courage to follow his convict…

Yusufla

Yusufla is heavy new jazz. Three saxes and vocals up front anchored by bass, guitar and drums. The band´s original material spotlights their unusual front-line trio of saxophones exploring textural an…

Yve Barwood/Lucinda Fudge/Claire Hayes (Appalachian Mountain Music)

Yve Mary Barwood

GIG

Yvonne Lyon

Having supported Eddi Reader throughout the UK, performed with Beth Nielsen Chapman and co-written with Boo Hewerdine, Yvonne Lyon continues to establish herself as an artist of considerable significa…

Z The People

Palestine

Z the People (زين الناس) is a singer, producer, and keyboard player from the Palestinian diaspora. Raised in the Washington D.C/DMV area scene and formerly a member of DC soul/RnB group The Brothers H…

Zack Van

Based in Canterbury, guitarist and singer-songwriter Zack is blends blues with traditional folk influences with soulful vocals. Having traveled extensively he has captivated audiences in China, Spa…

Zaffiro

Zaffiro explores music from around the globe with a unique combination of voice, accordion and double bass. Stephanie (accordion, voice) hails from Suffolk and now abides in Mid Wales, and Archibal…

Zak Hobbs

Zak picked up the guitar aged 11 and by 14 had played prestigious venues such as the Royal Albert Hall and Royal Festival Hall, thanks to his musical pedigree. Still a young and emerging talent, he is…

Zak Younger Banks

Newcastle and Glasgow based indie/folk singer-songwriter Zak Younger Banks combines emotionally raw vocals, poetic lyrics and intricate guitar arrangements to create original and distinctive songs. Za…

Zakir Hussain

Mumbai

Leading tabla player Zakir Hussain returns to Southbank Centre. Steeped in the Indian classical tradition, Zakir Hussain’s vision is global, transcending genres – whether in the heady fusion of his…

Zami Yazeed

Zander Sharp

Sharp has fantastic vocal control, being able to dance in the upper ranges of his voice without a single duff moment. Along with his solid guitar playing and uplifting melodies, Sharp treated the grow…

Zeeteah Massiah

Zeeteah Massiah has been a force in music all her life. After hitting No.1 in the US Billboard charts in the 90’s, and singing with stars including Tom Jones, Robbie Williams, Paul Weller, Kim Wilde a…

Zef

France

Undoubtedly one of the best live folk bands on the European circuit at the moment. These extremely talented young French musicians put not only great technical skill, energy and enthusiasm into their …

Zero Fret Club

Guitarists Jack Hartley and Erin Stephens make up Zero Fret Club, one of the UK´s top instrumental guitar duos. Both seasoned musicians in their own right, Jack & Erin share a love of instrumental …

GIG

Zervas & Pepper

Zervas and Pepper are singer/songwriters that have been crafting songs and capturing imaginations with their previous critically acclaimed albums ´Lifebringer´ and ´Abstract Heart´, and 2017 brought a…

Ziggy Alberts

Ziggy Alberts is a coastal folk, singer/songwriter, free surfer & environmental enthusiast from the East Coast of Australia. He sings heartfelt stories of personal endeavours and experiences, ocean-si…

Zion Train

One of the most unique and enjoyable live dub acts on the planet

ZoDoMo

Described by critics as a “trad music supergroup“, ZoDoMo is the latest highly acclaimed traditional Irish group to step into the limelight. The trio features three of Ireland´s eminent musicians,…

Zoë Bestel

Glasgow

Ethereal vocals, poignant melodies and stirring lyrics describes award winning nu-folk singer/songwriter and musician, Zoë Bestel, hailed as one of Scotland’s most exciting emerging talents.

Zoe Conway and John McIntyre

With an exciting blend of eclectic fiddle and guitar music, Zoë Conway and John Mc Intyre bring to the stage sympathetic arrangements of traditional Irish music, compositions and songs, old and new. …