Folk Bands and Artists
Jackie Oates
Redhill
Jackie Oates stands at the heart of the British folk scene as one of the country’s most cherished and distinctive voices. A two-time BBC Radio 2 Folk Award winner and five-time nominee, Jackie is an exquisite singer, expressive fiddler, composer, and multi-instrumentalist whose work has redefined contemporary English folk.
Across a string of critically acclaimed solo albums, Jackie has cemented her reputation as one of our most gifted interpreters and performers of traditional song. Jackie persistently seeks out unexpected artistic corners to illuminate with her voice, research, writing, and musicianship.It’s this spirit of exploration — her drive to bring the richness of English folk to new audiences and settings — that truly sets Jackie apart. Whatever the project, Jackie adds her understated magic and brings fresh life to the gems she uncovers.
