LISTINGS & TICKETS

FEAT; TASSKA, THE BEYENE AFFAIR + FARE. Raising funds for Medical Aid for Palestinians. FARE’s ethereal songs enchant and captivate, The Beyene Affair blend genres through infectiously soulful grooves, while Tasska carve out guitar-led lyrical storytelling, both punchy & poetic

Drawing influence from John Martyn and Nick Drake, Joe’s delicate and thoughtful fingerpicking style embraces Olive’s warm, sensitive vocals which are likened to Laura Marling and Norah Jones.

Gotobeat Presents. Mom Tudie is a self-taught, South London producer who blends genres into what he calls 'DIY Jazz R&B', creating charming tunes with pulsing percussion and catchy choruses. His music, influenced by jazz, pop, hip-hop, and soul, has garnered attention in the UK music scene.

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

RIGHTEOUS RECK + DJ GD1 + JED +J KARI + AMY PALMER. What started in the living room of Righteous Reck as a way to share music and connect with close friends has grown into one of London’s best-kept secrets. Mobalising community, spotlighting artists and celebrating grassroots music.

Mitch Rowland is an American guitarist, songwriter best known for his close creative partnership with Harry Styles. In 2023, Rowland released his debut solo album, Come June, a collection of introspective songs that blend folk, soft rock, and classic singer-songwriter influences.

+ KEENAN FLANNERY. Gravedancer is a gravel-voiced troubadour from the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas. His music is a unique take on the folk and Americana sound we've come to love. He has performed all across the world as tour support for Shawn James and Nick Shoulders as well as his own UK & US Headline tours.

+ NICK DIVER + THE BEYENE AFFAIR. REVOLT transforms Brighton venues into spaces of solidarity, amplifying emerging artists to raise crucial funds for medical and healthcare relief in Palestine.

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.

UK-based singer-songwriter Sophie Moore has recently made her welcome return to the music scene, bringing with her a unique brand of alternative country, brought to life with former members of Nashville-based Lambchop.

KICK OFF 10PM - £5 ticket guarantees entry and a free bottle of beer upon arrival! Madri lager / 0% available!

+ CAPSUNA + THE EVENING SONS. Brighton indie-rock / powerpop and Brussels twee vibes join forces for a fun night of catchy hooks, melodic choruses, jangly guitars and 90s-inspired slacker charm. Expect bittersweet lyrics and plenty of feel-good energy.

FREE ENTRY | FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. Every month since 2014 we've introduced you to three of our favourite artists for you to discover. Line up announced soon...

Influenced by the likes of Big Thief, Nick Drake and Dove Ellis this five-piece band layers intricate guitars, strings and lap steel. This will be the bands debut run of shows together playing new and old songs with a whole new feel.

+ ELLIE FINNERTY. Accompanied by live strings, Hannah marks the release of her EP Sycamore with her first hometown headline after selling out in London earlier this year! This evening will be one of folk-pop with a hint of theatre, featuring Hannah's fast-moving melodic storytelling.

Scott Lavene is a British singer-songwriter known for gritty, darkly comic storytelling. Blending post-punk and indie rock, his spoken-word style explores addiction, heartbreak, and small-town life with raw honesty and vivid character sketches.

William Jack redefines the cello possibilities, bringing the instrument into exciting new territories. He is best known for incorporating his jazz guitar background into an unconventional style of cello playing, with a passion for breaking boundaries between genres and cultures.

Hailed by Rolling Stone for his "astonishing mastery of his craft", Ed Blunt writes story songs that will both make you laugh and gently break your heart. Compared to James Taylor, Paul Simon and The Divine Comedy, he has toured across the UK and Europe, most recently supporting David Ford.

Track Dogs are an international band formed in 2006 in Madrid with a name deriving from the dark subterranean  world of the New York subway system. They are an eclectic line up of acoustic guitar, electric base, trumpet,  cajon and stunning four-part vocal harmonies. 

Blurring the lines between folk, alternative, and atmospheric pop. Known for their delicate harmonies, immersive arrangements, and a sound described as “ethereal and understated” (BBC Radio 6), they create songs that feel both intimate and cinematic.

+ Máidin + Tilly Lewyn. blending folky harmonies with introspective storytelling through her songs, think The Staves meets Phoebe Bridgers. She is releasing her debut single "Denial" on May 24th and celebrating it right here at The Folklore Rooms.

+ GABRIELLA FRANCES. Rube & Rake is an award-winning folk music duo based in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador. Their live show combines musical precision & sensitive vocals with the pair’s approachability and easygoing humour. They have released three full-length albums, most recently Good Time After Bad in 2025.

FEAT: THE ATTICS, FIREBYRD, THE KRYPTONICS. Mortal Promtions bring a night showcasing three incredible local bands, from funk to indiepop. Join us from 8PM.

+ MARLA + IRISWORM. night of dreamy shoegaze, heavy riffs and explosive soundscapes that you won't want to miss.

Run by women and non-binary identifying promoters, artists, sound engineers, graphic designers, photographers, videographers and more, with all profits going directly to Brighton Women's Center. Full line up TBC

+ REA + ALFIE BOWLES. Celebrate with Brighton Folk Singer/Songwriter Thomas Pruden for the release of his 2nd album 'In Porcelain'. Joined on stage for the very first time by his band with accompanying guitarist, bassist and drummer.

+ NIERRA CREEK + LLSN. Literate indie songwriting with touchstones like Death Cab for Cutie, Modest Mouse and The Dismemberment Plan alongside the lyrical directness of Frightened Rabbit. Debut EP out via Hit The North Records this summer.

FREE ENTRY | FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. Every month since 2014 we've introduced you to three of our favourite artists for you to discover. This month we bring you FRANCES MISTRY (Full Band), JANILEIGH COHEN + GRACIE FRIEL.

+ RAGDOLL + DISTRESS CALL. A night of raw emotion and pure energy. For fans of Nothing, Whirr, My Bloody Valentine & Crush.

KICK OFF 9PM. £5 ticket guarantees entry and a free bottle of beer upon arrival! Madri lager / 0% available!

Blending flamenco, rock and reggaeton with a natural flow between English and Spanish, this is a fully seated, immersive experience with no distance between artist and audience — direct, physical and emotionally charged. Pre-England game show at 6PM.

Old Man Luedecke is the recording name of two time JUNO award winning and Polaris prize nominated singer songwriter Chris Luedecke. Born in Toronto and long time resident of the country near Chester Nova Scotia, Luedecke began recording in the early 2000's DIY folk scene of Halifax.

Described by Jazz FM presenter Simon Phillips as an artist "making all the right noises," her music has been praised by CLASH for "blending folk textures with the nimble technicalities of jazz, producing a sound that is bittersweet but oh-so melodic."

After years of performing together in Australia, indie-folk artists Laura Lucas and Sianon are bringing their introspective songwriting and dreamy vocals to the UK on their Meridian Tour. Join us for a cosy evening of reflective storytelling and sombre sounds.

Lucca Mae is taking the UK by storm, one gig at a time. A standout talent on the burgeoning London Soul/Blues circuit. Mae channels the raw soul of Sam Cooke, Paulo Nutini and the timeless spirit of Amy Winehouse. A trail of sold-out shows across the UK, Australia, Canada and Sweden

Sam Brookes is reminiscent of Tim Buckley as he glides between the lower and upper registers of his four-octave range. His pure voice, evocative lyrics and soaring melodies have cemented him as a respected figure in the alt-folk scene as an artist & collaborator.

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.

Unbound by genre limitations, Will Samson has spent over a decade exploring the spaces between electronic, folk and ambient sounds focused on immersive listening and analogue recording techniques. '...the intricacy and tenderness recalling kindred spirits such as Nils Frahm and Sufjan Stevens' - The Sunday Times.

Call it prairie noir or Canadiana desert rock: Toronto's Abigail Lapell sings haunting, gorgeous modern folk songs. Three Canadian Folk Music Awards, including English Songwriter of the Year and Contemporary Album of the Year, reaching #1 on Canadian folk radio and over 48 million streams.

Presented by FORM. Formed in Oxford in 1992 by childhood friends Andy Yorke, Nigel Powell and Jason Moulster, Unbelievable Truth released their debut album Almost Here (Virgin) in 1998, reaching 21 in the UK charts and spawning three top 40 singles.

Isaac Jengwa presents "Soul & Strings," a journey of "slow music" weaving the spirit of the Savannah with indie folk sensibilities. From the roots to the coast, experience an authentic, contemplative night of storytelling and African-influenced melodies in an intimate setting.

E.R. Thorpe brings her debut album, Human Love, to Brighton for an intimate live acoustic show at Folklore Rooms, the perfect space to hear her songs up close. Human Love is a haunting, emotionally rich record built for deep listening. Support for her early singles has come from 6Music, Disco Pogo and Jarvis Cocker.

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

Katie Gregson-MacLeod is a Scottish singer-songwriter from Inverness, celebrated for her intimate, confessional folk-pop and poetic storytelling. She gained international recognition in 2022 when her song “Complex” went viral on TikTok, leading to an Ivor Novello nomination.

+ TAGORE CHAYNE + AMY YON. This special charity gig brings together three artists for a night of indie/folk, with all proceeds going towards Maggie’s and the vital support they provide to people and families affected by cancer.

Exclusive acoustic performance. Gretel is one of the UK’s most exciting new artists. Her debut EP, ‘Slugeye’ came out in May 2022 to rapturous praise from The Sunday Times, The Independent, NME, DIY and Clash amongst others.

Formed around 2019 by friends, the band blends atmospheric live energy with sleek electronic sounds, producing melodic, dreamy synth-pop and indie rock. They are recognized for their intense, emotional lyrics and sharp vocals.

KICK OFF 9PM. £5 ticket guarantees entry and a free bottle of beer upon arrival! Madri lager / 0% available!

With a stellar career spanning two decades, Menno Versteeg is by no means a stranger to the stage and the airwaves. With literally thousands of shows in over twenty countries, ten Top 10 singles, one Gold Record and one #1 Alternative Single, Versteeg has seen and done his fair share. Now, releasing music under his own

Fraser is an award-winning independent artist living and touring from a motorhome with her boyfriend and longtime collaborator Jonny Wright. This year she has toured with Declan O'Rourke and performed at the Royal Albert Hall with Jack Savoretti

FEAT; ELIKSA | GRIMRITE | AQUILA. Join us for a night of new music discovery with three of Brightons most exciting new up and coming bands. Alt-Folk-Psych-Goodness with Eliksa and more!

+ 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.

+ 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.

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.

The next year will see Elephant Kind introduced to a totally new audience, with a whole new country of fans to engage with. As one of Indonesia's definitive alternative outfits they're also a go-to support for huge international talent, touring with the likes of The XX and Franz Ferdinand.

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"

Through an intimate and devastatingly personal style of storytelling, the new album reflects upon the modern tension between togetherness and alienation & the chaos of human nature with radical acceptance and compassion.

Noah has opened for an impressive group of artists including Ed Sheeran, Ben Rector, Corey Smith, Sister Hazel, Matt Nathanson, Dwight Yoakam and has had the rare privilege of opening 12 shows for the legendary Willie Nelson! Chris Stapleton's country/rock grit with the authenticity of Jason Isbell.

Formerly one half of folk-pop duo Hudson Taylor (30 million Spotify streams, a #1 Irish album, stages with The Rolling Stones, Hozier, and George Ezra), Harry is now forging a solo path rooted in honest, unguarded songwriting.