LISTINGS & TICKETS

Indie rock singer-songwriter Katie Malco comes to TFR as part of her UK Tour. Recent tour history includes Julien Baker, SOAK, Laura Stevenson + More. Gripping and emotive, Malco is a must see.

Join us for a night of exceptional music and solidarity in support of Palestine! ALL proceeds going to Medical Aid for Palestinians. Join us for a night of exceptional music and solidarity in support of Palestine! ALL proceeds going to Medical Aid for Palestinians.

Brighton's newest live music night launches at the Folklore Rooms - expect a rowdy ensemble of danceable oddball rock! Featuring NIL BY HABIT, BE KIND CADAVER + WRONG CÔTES.

Jethro Coups comes to The Folklore Rooms for a one-off special performance to support his new single, High Above The Earth. With some incredible special guest support artists to be announced soon, expect a night of acoustic folk/rock with heartfelt songwriting on the guitar and piano accompanied by live strings.

+ Support from Alice Geary & Jack Foz. Jordi is fresh off the back of a sensational performance at the Great Escape Festival as well as the release of his latest single, Hey Sunshine. Brighton native Jordi Alkema unleashes his unique brand of gothic folk-rock.

+ Murdock & The Mortals + Ziggy Phoenix. Bela Fool brings you the summer gig you want to be at! Four killer bands, a high energy show, it is predicted to sell out soon so don’t miss your chance to grab yourself a ticket.

Eliza and her band continue to joyfully trespass across the carefully tended genre boundaries of indie, gothic folk, and progressive art rock, whilst Eliza’s stunning vocals tell stories written in blood and shadows. They will be showcasing music from their new album Feast, as well as songs from Eliza's debut album.

5PM - 11PM | FREE ENTRY | So Slam presents two nights of singer songwriters taking over TFR for a songwriter summer slam. Some of the best solo artists and duos from across the South East across two days. Head down and enjoy a free weekend of music!

The Beyene Affair are a Brighton-based Alt Indie trio blending the honesty of indie with smooth inflections of soul, jazz, hip hop, psychedelia and world music. Their music is a reflection of their outlook —born not from ambition, but from a genuine love of sound and connection.

+ M Butterfly. The music of Franco-American-Kiwi, Tess Liautaud, now Aotearoa folk sweetheart, can not be easily defined. It hangs in the balance of her voice, warm like honey; it carries a depth of raw emotion, delivered with melodic grace and country soul.

With strong 60's and 70's influences including Joni Mitchell, Carol King and the Carpenters, Joy's soaring melodies and intimate lyrics have the power to both move and uplift her audience. Join her and support Andrew Stuart-Buttle as she celebrates the launch of her debut EP ‘Woman’ with an evening of original song.

Touring in support of his new album ‘The Big Picture’ recorded with Shuta Shinoda (Ghostpoet, Hot Chip).
Gecko has performed across the world including at Glastonbury, Latitude, BBC Radio 1, 6 Music.

‘Vibrant and life affirming’
EARMILK

+ la loye + Josephine Illingworth. Three of the most exciting up and coming singer-songwriters come to The Folklore Rooms as part of their UK Tour. This show is 18+

A rich and meticulously put together debut, the album received rave reviews from the likes of The Sunday Times, Clash and The Line of Best Fit. Tracks from the album regularly featured on BBC 6 Music, with support coming from Guy Garvey and Radcliffe & Maconie.

Lyon’s 2022 EP, Direct Debit To Vogue, produced by the legendary John Parish (PJ Harvey, Aldous Harding, This Is The Kit), marked a creative partnership that is continued on her debut album, Poems & Non-Fiction, set for release on Pink Lane Records on June 5, 2025.

Tom Speight joins us for two intimate performances. Please note that the evening show is strictly 18+ whilst the matinee performance is 14+ (If accompanied by a guardian).

The universality of pop music can mean different things to different people. For Berlin native musician and producer Albertine Sarges it’s a vessel for self-exploration and growth. Displaying an insatiable mix of avant-garde pop, weird folk and magical flute.

Following his previously sold out show in 2024, Brazilian artist Luizga returns to TFR for another night of his incredible blend of pop, folk and world music. An alchemy that unfolds in the artist's voice and guitar, from where sambas, ijexás, xotes and maracatus spring forth. Unmissable.

“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.

He Be GB is a powerhouse vocalist who pushes boundaries with intimate lyrics and genre-bending sounds. Reaching over 2 million streams combined on Spotify and his song ‘vibing’ reaching global attention across social media, he headlines our showcase. + HENRY BRYANT + JACK TALBOT

+ Sharon Lewis
Celebrating the release of his new album, Think I’ve Said Too Much, with a warm, inviting sound that blends elements of folk, soul, jazz, and pop. His laid-back swagger, individual flair, and retro aesthetic reflect his artistic roots as his intimate vocals explore the rich tapestry of human experiences.

Bush, a groove based four-piece, combing classic funk, soul and jazz into a powerfully musical and explorative set. Performing alongside them we have the jazz, soul, RnB wonder that is Amy Palmer. A night of gorgeous soulful vocals and warm jazzy tones.

After 15 years around the world with the 6 time Grammy award winning Blind Boys of Alabama and now Bringing his own unique genre to light, ‘Blackgrass Brothercana’, he combines blues, country, soul, bluegrass, RnB and hiphop to ‘keep the blue, funk and Rock n Roll alive.

The rebelliously vulnerable ELI goes on tour throughout the UK to play his soon to be 5th single release "Rough and Slow".

Co-headline show with Tessa Rose Jackson. Second album ‘Dark Sky Reserve’ is a soundtrack to all the thoughts that bubble to the surface once the silence sinks in. ‘Dark Sky Reserve’ is Kester’s most artistically focused record to date, combining a rich, layered humanity in the music with minimalist lyricism.

Romain Axisa joins us for three very special intimate shows, performing with different guests on each of the three nights, these promise to be special and unique shows. Also known as one of the band members from The Big Push - Get your ticket whilst you still can.

Romain Axisa joins us for three very special intimate shows, performing with different guests on each of the three nights, these promise to be special and unique shows. Also known as one of the band members from The Big Push - Get your ticket whilst you still can.

It’s the return of heartfelt singer-songwriter J P Worsfold.. J P and his bandmate Anne-Marie Sanderson will be performing material from his latest album, Wild Returning and from across his career. J P Worsfold will be supported by Chloe Leigh

Described as 'committed and fascinating' by BBC 6 Music's Cerys Matthews. As seen on BBC News, Billboard, The i, Radio New Zealand, Canadian Broadcasting Company, and The Times. Reimagined traditional melodies through pizzicato grooves, intricate guitar tunes, and boundless improvisation.

Australian indie-folk artist Rowena Wise returns to Europe and the UK this September, following the release of her critically acclaimed 2024 album, 'Senseless Acts of Beauty'. Hailed by The Clash as "carefully etched indie folk"; Wise's sound earned her a coveted Australian Music Prize shortlist nomination.

Having invaded venues from The Royal Albert Hall (on multiple occasions), Wembley Arena supporting The Who, playing alongside Elton John, appearing in The British Rock Symphony Australia and UK tours alongside Roger Daltrey and Paul Rogers, NTB come to TFR for a special intimate performance.

Hawksley Workman is a Canadian singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist whose genre-defying music blends indie rock, folk, and alt-pop with a dash of whimsical theatricality. With a voice that shifts between raw vulnerability and soaring falsetto, Workman continues to carve his own path in the indie world.

Liz has twice been nominated for the Australian Music Prize, was premier folk festival Port Fairy’s Artist of the Year in 2023 and named as ‘An Emerging Legend of Australian Song’ by Woodford Folk Festival in 2020. Described as ‘intelligent and assured’ by The Guardian,

Lead singer and co-writer with No1 chart act Nizlopi (best known for the “JCB Song”) Luke is now a solo artist, who’s 2022 album ‘Ecstatic Bird In The Burning’ debuted at No12 in the UK and US folk charts and received rave reviews.

”Luke is one of my three main heroes along with Van Morison and Damien Rice”
- Ed Sheeran

Tom Speight joins us for two intimate performances. Please note that the evening show is strictly 18+ whilst the matinee performance is 14+ (If accompanied by a guardian).

Holly Carter is an award-winning songwriter and multi-instrumentalist from Bristol, UK. Two-time recipient of ‘Instrumentalist of the Year’ at the Americana UK awards (2023 & 2024) she is widely recognised as an exceptional fingerstyle guitarist and one of the UK’s only professional female pedal steel players.

With exceptional musicianship and boundless energy, Granny’s Attic are going from strength to strength. Though grounded in tradition, they are keen to push new boundaries by exploring fresh approaches and writing their own compositions.

Alt-pop singer-songwriter Rifka returns to Brighton for her first hometown headline show—emotive, bold, and not to be missed. The synergy between Rifka and her band is unmistakable. They give her music space to breathe while enhancing it with subtle power, creating a performance that leaves audiences captivated.

Folklore Volume 2 is here on 10" Vinyl via Folklore Records - Four exclusive tracks from Nierra Creek, Quaking Aspens, Adam Spry and Mezanmi creating a stunning and limited edition record. Celebrate the launch of the record with special collaborative performances and the record on site to buy for the first time.

+ Support from Lovejoy. A rare chance to see a live performance by The Perfect English Weather who are Simon & Wendy from Brighton indie-pop band The Popguns. They will be joined by other local musicians to play songs from their new album "Just Beyond The Lights" as well as favourites from the back-catalogue.

London-born and Margate-based, Meg Bird is a singer-songwriter known for her emotionally rich songwriting, soulful voice, and whimsical lyricism. Poppy Prescott has guitar influences like Adrienne Lenker and Nick Drake, and a love for Radiohead and Sam Amidon, her sound blends introspection with experimentation.

Romain Axisa joins us for three very special intimate shows, performing with different guests on each of the three nights, these promise to be special and unique shows. Also known as one of the band members from The Big Push - Get your ticket whilst you still can.

Having run since 2014, the Folklore showcase is a staple of the Brighton music scene having featured thousands of artists.
Three of our favourite artists for a FREE ENTRY showcase on the 3rd Tuesday every month.

- Arrive early to gain entry.

5PM - 11PM | FREE ENTRY | So Slam presents two nights of singer songwriters taking over TFR for a songwriter summer slam. Some of the best solo artists and duos from across the South East across two days. Head down and enjoy a free weekend of music!

Lily Seabird is a perceptive songwriter who can channel moments when everything feels raw and overwhelming into something healing and galvanizing. With Alas, she confronts grief with palpable clarity on tracks that careen from delicate folk to blistering indie rock.

A special live performance from our FOTC tribute act 'Lasagne For One', playing all the huge hits. Rap, Folk, Synth-Pop - these guys can do THE LOT. Then DEEJAVE will be playing FOTC (and all of Bret and Jemaine's offshoot projects - Moana / The Muppets / Rio) as well as all of New Zealand's greatest hits

Not only a noted musician and remarkable vocalist, Jade is a poet and lyricist drawing on not just her own very rich personal life experiences but also the Jurassic landscape and scenery of her home town, Welsh folklore, Celtic mysticism, and the strong matriarchal influences of her childhood.

Bringing together witty social commentary with a distinctive songwriting approach that is very much their own, Parliamo are one of Scotland’s most exciting young prospects. The band have since seen praise from the likes of Clash Magazine, BBC 6 Music, BBC Radio 1, Radio Scotland, Radio X, KEXP and more.

With support from BBC Radio 2, BBC 6 Music, BBC Radio 4 Front Row, and Absolute Radio Country, recent singles hitting #24 and #1 on the iTunes UK Country Chart, their viral videos racking up millions of views, it’s clear Outpost Drive is becoming one of the most exciting new names in music.

Inspired by the likes of RY X, Novo Amor, Sufjan Stevens. Ollie Dixon has become a staple in the South West music scene cultivating a beautiful, distinctive soundscape within his music but also rich, captivating music videos that showcase coastlines and inspiration he considers home.

'Die To Wake Up From A Dream' follows on from the critically acclaimed 2021 debut 'Strange Time' and 2023's 'We Are Still Wild Horses', respectively drawing universal praise from Uncut, Mojo, The Times, The Arts Desk, Record Collector, The Line of Best Fit, CLASH Magazine and many more.

Signed to Absolute Record and V2 Records Europe, Allen has a soulful whisky-soaked voice that has become his trademark. His career took off with his critically acclaimed Dead Man’s Suit album. This led to an appearance on BBCs ‘Later with Jools Holland’. This led onto appearances at Glastonbury and 40million+ Streams.

Matinee Show - 14+ Must be accompanied by an adult. Charlie Bennett has built a community of over 500,000 dedicated followers, who’ve helped stream Charlie’s music over 12.5 million times to date. Support soon followed from 6 Music, KCRW, BBC Introducing + Reading Festival. It is clear this DIY champ is one to watch.

2025 sees Tom give us a collection of early songs, produced by The Clash legend Mick Jones and Dirty White. In March he performed on BBC One's Sunday Morning Live, pushing Tom to become a household name even further.

“One of the UK’s most moving songwriters”
– John Kennedy (Radio X)

+ Hattie Whitehead. "Soulful, country-folk - somewhere between Ron Sexsmith and Hamish Hawk.” - CLASH
‘This album is more than a bit of a triumph… this whole album should be declared an area of outstanding natural beauty.” - LOUDER THAN WAR