LISTINGS & TICKETS

Daniel J. Ash (aka Teenage Waitress) and his band are delighted to return to The Folklore Rooms, Brighton for an intimate show. “A pop alchemist par excellence. An album full of gleaming nest eggs” SHINDIG! “Irresistible melodies and eloquent lyrics. Brilliant, bold and expansive” CLASH

+ LOVEJOY + KEIRON PHELAN & THE PEACE SIGNS. Still riding high after the release of their well received debut album ‘No Public House Talk’ last autumn, Brighton’s own indie-pop band The Last Of The Lovely Days return to The Folklore Rooms with a specially curated evening of fine music.

Austin's Jana Horn makes quietly intense folk music with novelist-like precision. Her words are clear and carefully-chosen, even when singing about ambiguous emotions or subconscious images. This makes you want to listen to her songs over and over, to explore the landscapes she's mapped.

+ PAV SALOON + ISSY BRIGHT + HANNAH JULIAN. An evening of some of Brighton's finest singer-songwriters.

Join Matthew C. Whitaker (HENGE) and Shunya for an evening of music celebrating the release of Whitaker’s second solo album, Songs for the Weary - a collection of graceful compositions incorporating classical guitar, rich string arrangements, and subtle electronics + Special reworkings of select songs from HENGE.

Tessa Rose Jackson is a Dutch/British singer-songwriter, producer, and acclaimed composer known for dreamy psych-pop and cinematic soundscapes, who released music for years as "Someone" but has returned to her own name, with her album The Lighthouse (2026) exploring ancestry.

“Brit folk's finest” - Mojo
“A fine, no-nonsense interpreter of traditional music and an excellent songwriter”- The Guardian
Bella Hardy, one of the most celebrated voices of modern folk, returns to the stage in 2026 ahead of the release of her eagerly-anticipated new album.

Winner of the 2024 AMA - Emerging Artist of the Year. Captivating audiences with his driving songs and charismatic storytelling at iconic venues across the UK and internationally including Glastonbury, Union Chapel, The Bluebird Cafe and more. This time, joined by his powerhouse band, The Moral Support.

Drawing comparisons to Leonard Cohen and Scott Walker, Fanning transforms unease into hauntingly beautiful soundscapes, blending acoustic intimacy with subtle electronic flourishes to create a voice that is both timeless and distinctly his own.

+ TOM SPEIGHT. Joseph Arthur is a unique songwriter and performer whose work has impressed critics as well as artists such as Peter Gabriel and Michael Stipe. Blending the literate and expressive lyrical style of a classic singer/songwriter with music rooted in indie rock.

Roswell Road's sound, which has drawn comparisons to First Aid Kit, Indigo Girls and Fleetwood Mac, has taken them from sold-out shows at London's Green Note to stages across Europe. "Captivating musical narrative that intertwines sincerity, harmony, and genuine emotion" - Earmilk

It is nothing short of criminal, that Nick Harper is one the UK’s best kept musical secrets. Those who have witnessed the spellbinding, one-man show will tell you this. A childhood growing up surrounded by the musical prowess of some of the 60’s most revered songwriters & musicians.

False Idah creates mellow music for messy minds through a blend of indie-folk, lo-fi textures, and emotionally rich storytelling. Her debut gaining support from Chris Hawkins (BBC 6 Music) and BBC Northampton, who championed her introspective and genre-bending approach.

The Leisure Society was founded by Nick Hemming, who grew up in Burton-on-Trent. Over the years, the band have received high praise for their oustanding songwriting and production craft, winning two Ivor-Novello nominations and Rough Trade Albums of the Year.

One of the UK’s leading exponents of the klezmer fiddle tradition, Lowenstein draws inspiration from Eastern European Jewish folk melodies while reimagining them through the rich possibilities of the string quartet.

Join two of the most interesting voices from the alternative country and folk London scene together in a double-header. The two singer-songwriters will be playing their top songs from their repertoire plus performing together in some numbers.

Nominated for 'Best Single' (2022) 'Best Album' (2021) at Northern Ireland Music Prize, and 'Best Emerging Artist' at RTE Folk Awards (2021), Dani Larkin has been an artist picking up speed with each release, and one that has been making her mark on the industry, in her own way.

Robbie Cavanagh doubles down on letting his music speak for itself. There is no gimmick and there is no heartbreaking backstory. "Manchester's finest son" learned the art of writing fine, timeless music long before the days of viral moments and online trends.

A preternaturally gifted vocalist, Brown has released three studio albums - 1000 Years (2017), Darling, It'll Be Alright (2019) and Second Son (2024) - and a number of EPs, which have accumulated a quarter of a billion streams and counting on streaming platforms.

Gathering plaudits from BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio2, BBC 6 Music, BBC Introducing, Radio X, CLASH, The Line Of Best Fit, Atwood Mag & more along the way, The duo have sold out headline shows across London, Leeds and Nottingham as well as toured the UK alongside Flyte, Lewis Watson, Hayley Blais + Many more.

Announced as winner of UK Song of The Year at the UK Americana Music Association Awards 2025 for his track 'Follow What You Love & Love Will Follow' alongside a highly coveted nomination for UK Artist of The Year, Robert Vincent continues to enthral audiences and critics alike.

+ LEWIS COLEMAN. Based in Melbourne via South Africa, Ruby Gill is a master of "melancholic lyrical wizardry." Known for her haunting indie-folk sound and sharp, deadpan wit, she crafts raw and cinematic songs that interrogate identity and agency. A must-see for fans of Joni Mitchell and Fiona Apple.

Singer in I Am Kloot from 1999 to 2014, Bramwell achieved a Mercury Prize nomination for 2010’s The Sky At Night, a Top 10 chart position for 2013’s Let It All In, numerous UK and European tours and a triumphant farewell at the Queen Elizabeth Hall with orchestra in 2014. A rare chance to see him in an intimate setting

+ CARA ELIN. With a repertoire that moves freely from traditional tunes and songs to original compositions, Tóchar bring warmth, playful rapport, and a deep respect for the tradition to the stage.

Formed in 2009, they gained global recognition with their 2012 debut album Blind Sighted Faith, toured extensively in the US and UK supporting major acts like Mumford & Sons, and appeared on Jay Leno, building a loyal fanbase with anthemic songs like "I Could Be A King" and "Light Up the Sky"

Vlad Holiday is a Romanian-born, NYC-based singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer known for his atmospheric, nostalgic indie/lo-fi/dream pop sound, often using vintage gear for unique textures and exploring themes of emotion and alienation.

WITH CORDELIA GARTSIDE + LYNNIE SNOW + ISM. 8.30 - LATE. Sick bands, drink deals, get your tickets in advance to secure your spot to the party.

+ RATTLE + THIMBLE. This grooving cosmic family were born in Cornwall during the solitude of lockdown, and have since evolved into an explosive blend of psychedelic, grooving, folky kraut madness. Join us for a magical night of swirling rhythm, cosmic psychedelia and grooving folklore…

FEAT: PROFESSOR ELEMENTAL + CLAIRE VINE + LAURIE BLACK. Brighton's best / only alternative music AND alternative comedy night returns for its first show of 2026. With all previous shows selling out it's important to get your tickets while you can!

+ NELLIE SWEENEY JONES + WHITE LILIES. A night spanning time and genre; you will encounter a safe space that soothes and acquiesces the harsh world outside.

With Faye Houston and Mike Shirley. Two soulful and intimate duo shows with formidable female voices Matty Eeles and Faye Houston. Eclectic songs, earthy grooves, soaring vocals, piano and guitar, and playful improvisation come together to create a captivating, heartfelt evening of original music.

ST PATRICKS WEEKEND PARTY! Doors open 1.00PM with music starting at 1.30PM and open to all ages. An afternoon of Irish folk music. Come sing, dance and raise a glass for St Pat's. Sláinte!

FREE ENTRY | NO TIX IN ADVANCE | First come first served, arrive early to gain entry. Doors open at 7.30PM. Every month since 2014 we have introduced you to three of the best new acts from across the UK, EU and beyond, for a free entry show for you to sink your teeth into.

+ COLLECT CALL + TYLER NATHANIEL. Album Launch Show!

+ TOM SPEIGHT. Joseph Arthur is a unique songwriter and performer whose work has impressed critics as well as artists such as Peter Gabriel and Michael Stipe. Blending the literate and expressive lyrical style of a classic singer/songwriter with music rooted in indie rock.

+ LUCA GENE. It's a Family affair! Join us as we host a night of Indie Folk with a slice of Sci-Fi Dance Rock to top things off.

Her poetic lyrics, warm vocals, and organic grooves sit somewhere between Lianne La Havas and Arlo Parks. Her 2021 single Feng Shui surpassed 1 million streams and featured on Spotify’s Kitchen Swagger playlist and supported by Radio X, BBC Introducing, BBC Radio 1, and BBC Radio 6 Music.

Fresh off airplay from Steve Lamacq on BBC 6 Music, John Kennedy on Radio X, and legendary US station KEXP, Thrillhouse are fast cementing their reputation as one of the UK’s most exciting rising bands. Expect sharp hooks, restless energy and a night that captures the urgency and joy of Smile in full force.

This show is ALL ages when accompanied by an adult. A matinee show has been added due to popular demand, get your ticket while you still can.

Shades of Kevin Ayers and Scott Walker, a whisper of John Cale, a suggestion of Harley, with Neil Hannon leading the protest march. Supported by Golden Samphire Band (debut album launch), and The Sonny Crowe Band. 'A brightly lit soundworld, capricious magic and some subtly warped reality.' - MOJO

Callum Kenworthy is a Cornwall-based indie-folk artist blending percussive flamenco-inspired guitar, warm acoustic textures and introspective songwriting. Drawing influence from artists such as Nick Mulvey, John Martyn and Roo Panes.

Covenhoven is internationally recognized indie artist Joel Van Horne, a multi-instrumental singer-songwriter whose rich harmonies, reedy baritone and commanding falsetto have found a home with critics and fans since 2013. Covenhoven songs have been streamed over 8 million times and reached over 15 million via TV apps.

TDW embodies the spirit and authenticity of traditional American music. You may have heard of from his millions of spins on GemsOnVHS orWesternAF, he writes and performs his own style of timeless country music, inspired by country of the 1920s through to the 1960s.

"You Will Not", her debut EP, is a collection of songs that individually represent a place and time of her life, amounting to a rather emotional rollercoaster that traverses geographical borders and genres, hitting the highs and the lows of self-discovery.

+ ALICANTO. U.S. singer-songwriter Juliet Lloyd’s 2024 album Carnival has been praised as “a powerfully emotive performance from start to finish,” earning acclaim for her “honest, emotionally layered songwriting” and genre-blending sound that moves effortlessly between folk, soul, indie pop, and rock.

His debut album, Highfield Suite (2021), recorded during isolation in 2020 and produced by Bill Shanley, earned critical praise across the UK and Ireland. Including BBC Album of the Week, RTE Lyric feature, and an “unexpected gem” nod from folk legend Paul Brady.

"Steeped in classic singer-songwriter Americana, invoking everyone from vintage Neil Young to Sufjan Stevens. " - UNCUT. Blood harmonies are the centre of The Ocelots' sound - imperfections of a voice breaking or a tempo shifting. As featured on Folklore Volume 3.

+ KEENAN FLANNERY. Willy has a remarkable ability to write subjects in a simple yet profound way that makes his songs a great place to lose yourself. Much of that comes from his upbringing surrounded by rolling hills and horses in a small town in California known as the "Cowboy Capital of the World".

+ SAIRIE + SNOWY MOUNTAIN. The rising phenomenon from Sweden opens the door to their mysterious world of shadows and light. In a beautifully raw, psychedelic universe, intertwined by the sounds of earthy alternative slowrock and melancholic folk.

Growing up in a musical family in Húsavík, he began releasing raw, early demos that led to his
breakout single, "Forest Fires," which is now streamed over 90 million times. His music draws from influences such as Bon Iver and Adrianne Lenker, blending gentle folk, ambient textures, and emotional honesty.

FORM Presents. Malena Zavala's haunting voice is hypnotic. Aliso, her debut album, is entirely written, played and produced by Malena. Ten tracks owe a debt to Beach House, Brian Eno, Tame Impala, Cuban folk musician Silvio Rodriguez and an addictive Argentinean tea called Yerba Mate that fuelled its recording.

+ VERONICA. Transatlantic singer-songwriter Ilana Zsigmond AKA St. Catherine’s Child, is one of the rising stars of the Indie Folk/Americana scene. She has played to entranced audiences both in the USA and UK. "A country-tinged dream you can’t shake from your heart" - The Line Of Best Fit

Sutlej play TFR as part of their 'Let Me Out' tour promoting their debut single release. Support comes from Brighton based: Sunlifter, Delirium and Spooky Huge.

Man The Lifeboats began life in a Skinny Lister shanty-punk folk moshpit in 2016, and are ploughing their own full-throttle folk furrow, winning over audiences everywhere and drawing comparisons to Bellowhead, Oysterband, the Levellers, and those folk-punk heroes the Pogues.

+ TIM KEEGAN. “Balloon’s 1992 album Gravity was a faultless debut. Gas ’n’ Air matches it.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Mojo Magazine.
The long awaited return of Balloon, their first live performance in Brighton since 1992 at Brighton Dome. This UK Tour celebrates the new, critically acclaimed record 'Gas n Air'.

+ SPRIGGAN + CARA ELIN. St Patricks Party at The Folklore Rooms! Get ready to dance the night away with live music from three of Brighton's top folk music artists, playing traditional tunes and songs throughout the evening until late - and plenty of Guinness available from the bar!

We welcome Berlin‑based artist Mary Ocher to Brighton for a rare and intimate performance, marking the UK tour kickoff for her new album Weimar. For those drawn to underground music that values substance over noise, this is a night worth paying attention to.

Sam Lewis has collaborated with everyone from Leon Russell to The Wood Brothers. His impressive body of work has received critical acclaim notably being listed as Rolling Stones 'Ones to Watch'.

Following numerous sold out shows, TET returns to The Folklore Rooms for another incredible night of poetry, music and entertainment. An absolute must for the diary, get your ticket while you still can.

+ THE XLNTS. "Dripping with swagger,intent and cool" - Gigslutz "Relentless, thunderous mod rockers with a
flair for melody" - Gigwise.

All Ages Show (Accompanied by Adult). It is nothing short of criminal, that Nick Harper is one the UK's best kept musical secrets. Those who have witnessed the spellbinding, one-man show will tell you this. A childhood growing up surrounded by the musical prowess of some of the 60's most revered songwriters & musician.

Makk is a cinematic alt-folk act known for atmospheric soundscapes and evocative storytelling. A BBC Introducing 2026 Featured Artist, they are currently touring the Overlook EP, delivering immersive, unforgettable live experiences.

Known for his arresting, husky vocals and gritty, blues-infused pop/rock, Dan Owen is a British alternative singer/songwriter from Shropshire, England. Dan has toured UK and Europe with the likes of Kaleo, Alice Merton, Tall Heights, Seafret, 2 tours with Birdy, Blanco White + Many more.

Often funny, often sad, alternative singer-songwriter Ace Redman writes about his experiences stumbling through life in the 21st century. Ace draws from modern acts like Matt Maltese and blends them with vintage influences like Carole King.

Homegrown Festival returns for the third consecutive year with more incredible Brighton bands and artists covering all genres across 9 different venues - TFR is one of them! Early Bird tickets are on sale NOW! Act fast...

"It didn't take long to realize I was in the presence of greatness. He has much to say, and knows how to say it as only a true poet can. You owe it to yourself to check him out. He is important. You need this bright young talent now more than ever. We all need Ben de la Cour."  - Lucinda Williams

Old Spot (Rowan Piggott & Joe Danks) continue to push the boundaries of the old-time tradition - digging deeper into the roots of this fiddle & banjo music while crafting a live show that's equal parts intimate and electrifying. Expect ripping fiddle tunes and experimental reworkings of folk songs.

FREE ENTRY | NO TIX IN ADVANCE | First come first served, arrive early to gain entry. Doors open at 7.30PM. Every month since 2014 we have introduced you to three of the best new acts from across the UK, EU and beyond, for a free entry show for you to sink your teeth into.

Love Thy Neighbour Presents. New German Cinema is the solo project of Jess Weiss of the band Fear of Men known for atmospheric dream-pop/indie with recent releases like "Being Dead" (2023) and "I Become Heavy" (2022).

Danni Nicholls finally hits the road for her *Hear Your Voice* tour. Danni and the band are excited to be back performing songs from her third studio album *The Melted Morning*, as well as favourites from across her critically-acclaimed catalogue.

AMITY + BROOKE DAWN + MOLLIE ANGELA. Amity hits The Folklore Rooms with his fierce, dramatic, outspoken songs, "miraculous" vocal, & "transcendent" lyrics. An outspoken "artist for our time", this multi-award-winner's razor sharp tracks ooze defiance.

FREE ENTRY | NO TIX IN ADVANCE | First come first served, arrive early to gain entry. Doors open at 7.30PM. Every month since 2014 we have introduced you to three of the best new acts from across the UK, EU and beyond, for a free entry show for you to sink your teeth into.

Born to a Sri Lankan father and German mother, Stefan Mahendra’s musical journey began at a piano bench in South London, guided by his mother’s encouragement and early classical training. But it wasn’t long before he veered off the traditional path - drawn deeply into the world of jazz, soul, and R&B.

Nebraska-based singer-songwriter whose music blends intimate storytelling, poetic lyricism, and warm acoustic arrangements. With over 60 million Spotify streams, releases on Fantasy Records, and performances at major festivals including Newport Folk Festival, she has built a devoted global following.