LISTINGS & TICKETS

+ 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.

+ CHLOE HARMAN + GRIMRITE. Barren Sea is an Amsterdam-based alt rock band blending grunge, slowcore and shoegaze into a sound that moves between abrasion and tenderness. Their sound shifts between raw and expansive, balancing distortion and melody with a sense of intimacy that lingers long after the last note.

Benji Green’s Rubber Band presents a night of Indie Rock, Soul and psychedelia! The 6 piece instrumental psychedelic space funk band brings new material. Supported by Brighton’s acclaimed Lizzie Hill and London’s rising Arif Raihan. Lizzie Hill

The Howl & The Hum is the acclaimed indie project led by York songwriter Sam Griffiths, renowned for its emotionally rich storytelling, cinematic soundscapes and unforgettable live performances. Blending indie rock, folk and alternative pop with lyrical honesty.

Tagore Chayne is an independent DIY folk/indie-folk singer-songwriter based in Brighton, UK. He is recognized for his story-driven, lyrical acoustic music that blends whimsical imagery with melancholic undercurrents.

My Girl the River bring their genre blending sound on the road along with a full band. Americana, roots, singer-songwriter, with a dash of folk, they will be performing new songs off their 4th album, Manifest Good Things.

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

Defined by rich three-part harmonies, strings and expansive guitar-led arrangements and emotionally charged indie folk. Their songs balance nostalgia, romance and youthful optimism, brought to life through a live show rooted in atmosphere and connection.

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.

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.

Nellie is a singer-songwriter in her 20s whose music captures raw emotion with striking honesty. With every track, she invites listeners into her story, offering comfort in shared vulnerability and strength in expression. She is celebrating the release of her new EP ‘When The World Goes Quiet’.

MAAR's music is characterised by three-part vocal harmonies, intimate lyrics, and acoustic instrumentation. At the heart of their sound is the interplay of all three members' voices.

'With shades of Joanna Newsom's dynamic originality, Elanor Moss has a stark subtlety that bowls you over in its intensity.' - CLASH. Off the back of tours with the likes of Foxwarren (Andy Shauf), Flyte, and Christian Lee Hutson, Elanor Moss releases debut album The Knife, The Needle via Merge Records.

Devon’s Ellie Finnerty is a globetrotting acoustic singer-songwriter, bringing her story-driven narratives and unique blend of pop-folk to her new hometown of Brighton for this exclusive, intimate, acoustic performance, celebrating a decade of songwriting.

Gordi has built a devoted following on the strength of her songwriting alone - sparse, precise, and quietly devastating. She has performed alongside Bon Iver, The National, and Sam Smith, and collaborated with Troye Sivan and Julien Baker.

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.

Mutations sees the undefinable, undeniable, raucous FAT DOG joined by: Squid, Working Men’s Club, Basht., Bdrmm, Lip Critic, Theatre, Insecure Men + Beastie Boys alumni MIKE D make a rare live performance in the UK, joined by: Dove Ellis, Alex Cameron, Panic Shack, Unkle Sounds, the north, Warhaus, and more.

Tommy WA is a contemporary artist creating bold, expressive work inspired by emotion, identity, and modern culture. Through distinctive visual storytelling, each piece explores connection, individuality, and the power of art to inspire conversation.

Fresh from the release of her acclaimed new album The Silence is Deafening, ISQ (Irene Serra) brings an intimate afternoon of alternative songs, blending jazz, folk and electronic textures. Expect powerful storytelling, songs from the new album and a selection of favourites from across her catalogue.

Slow Leaves is the project of Winnipeg's Grant Davidson. Awarded Western Canadian Music Awards Songwriter of the Year, his folk and psych-rock inclinations though rooted in fingerpicking songwriter of the past, roam freely in today's post-genre landscape.

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.

Singer songwriter Alex Lewis faithfully performs Nick Drake's classic album Pink Moon and shares little-known stories of the cult figure's life. A must see for Nick Drake fans and equally rewarding for those discovering one of Britain's best-kept musical secrets. A secret worth sharing.

+ Bonnie Kemplay. FORM Presents. Blending poetic lyrics with raw vulnerability, her music explores love, loss and growing up, creating deeply personal songs that resonate with listeners worldwide.

TABI GERVIS + LUNAR JUNE + AMY PALMER + CHANDNI Solstice Sounds is a live music event celebrating women in music. Join us for an inspiring night of talent, community, and energy, with special guest Shannon Marie.

Smashed Hits Cabaret: Cruel Summer Edition is a high-energy night of comedy, drag and live music inspired by the iconic sounds and attitude of the '80s. Expect camp classics, big laughs, unforgettable performances and a celebration of Pride, pop and pure fun!

ALL AGES SHOW. The Howl & The Hum is the acclaimed indie project led by York songwriter Sam Griffiths, renowned for its emotionally rich storytelling, cinematic soundscapes and unforgettable live performances. Blending indie rock, folk and alternative pop with lyrical honesty.

A native of the Arizona desert now based in Nashville, Adam Simons is a singer-songwriter born in the wrong decade. Raised on the sounds of the 1970s, Simons has found a niche rooted in honest storytelling, organic instrumentation, and the spirit of musical eras past.

Brighton-based five-piece Miler blend dream-pop, shoegaze and grunge into immersive, emotionally charged songs. With soaring vocals, textured guitars and captivating live shows, they craft cinematic soundscapes that balance vulnerability with intensity.

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.

Sun-soaked surf meets hazy dreampop and shimmering shoegaze as Brighton's own Osaka Sun takes over The Folklore Rooms for the launch of their debut EP. Expect dreamlike melodies and an immersive live set.

Drawing from bluegrass and roots textures while keeping the sharp pop melodies that have always defined his songwriting. Fresh off a run of UK dates opening for CMAT and continuing to build a devoted international fanbase, Hagood is gearing up for a major 2026 chapter.

Siri Neel is a Danish born former Brighton-based artist and songwriter making honest, uncompromising pop with retro flair. Lu’Ami has been featured by BBC Introducing, performed live on BBC 4 alongside Rag N Bone Man and her debut album Disappear received praise from Rolling Stone amongst others.

+ Lal Tuna. FORM Presents; Maripool is the solo project of Lisbon-born, London-based songwriter Natacha Simões, crafting intimate, guitar-driven indie rock that blends bedroom pop, shoegaze and midwest emo influences.

cryer mya create a dreamy, indie psyche/folk blend, drawing together influences such as Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Nick Drake, and Andy Shauf. Their emotionally charged songwriting traverses worlds of melancholy and catharsis, with singer Rishi’s vocal tone often being noted as Jeff Buckley-esque.

Jamie McIntyre's rise from busking on the streets of Galway city to stages across Ireland and the UK is one of Ireland's latest growing success stories. McIntyre released "Over Galway Town", a viral hit garnering over 50 million views on TikTok and has since amassed over 7.5 million streams.

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.

Lose yourself in the shimmer of Nick Drake's Five Leaves Left, performed in full by two exceptional musicians, Evyn Rhys-Smith and Emily Simmons. Lean into the album's autumnal glow, its whispered guitar lines and luminous, long-shadowed melodies and see where these tender, restorative songs will carry you.

Mutations sees the undefinable, undeniable, raucous FAT DOG joined by: Squid, Working Men’s Club, Basht., Bdrmm, Lip Critic, Theatre, Insecure Men + Beastie Boys alumni MIKE D make a rare live performance in the UK, joined by: Dove Ellis, Alex Cameron, Panic Shack, Unkle Sounds, the north, Warhaus, and more.

Tallulah Rendall’s seventh album, HUMAN, is a raw and cinematic exploration of what it means to live with an open heart in a world that often rewards disconnection. Blending alt-pop, electronic textures and organic instrumentation.

An international triple bill featuring an all female lineup, traversing alt-folk, chamber-pop and indie-rock featuring Ruth Lyon (UK), Eliza Hull (AUS) + Anna Smyrk (AUS).

Calvin Love is a Canadian singer-songwriter from Edmonton, Alberta, whose songs fold new wave, psych-pop and rock and roll into a shadowy, romantic sound. These intimate UK dates bring his road-tested songs into small rooms where the details can land up close.

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. 

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.

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.

'A brightly lit soundworld, capricious magic and some subtly warped reality.' - MOJO. Shades of Kevin Ayers and Lou Reed, a push of Go Kart Mozart, a whisper of Marc, a squeeze of Super Furry Animals, with a soupcon of Neil Hannon, leading the protest march.

Marlon Bianco is back at Folklore Room with his Clones for a night of Psychedelic Synths based Jazz tailor made for hazy summer nights, supported by Brighton based, up and and coming multi instrumentalist Paolo Cateni.

Rich Austin brings his eclectic blend of quirky, heartfelt songwriting and energetic live performance to the Folklore Rooms. Expect infectious songs, humour and plenty of character as Rich launches his new single 'Paper Round' at this special Brighton show.

+ NIGHT HOUSE. Brighton's favourite cello driven chamber pop band return for a special show. They merge introspective lyrics about everyday life with raucous trad folk and atmospheric indie folk.

+ ROOTWEAVE +FINDING LAND DJs. Award-winning neo-trad duo Lunatraktors return to the UK for their Autumn 2026 tour. Lunatraktors’ broken folk style reinvents Anglo-Celtic traditional music with eclectic acoustic beats, deep drones, percussive dance and vocal harmonics.

+ HELEN GANYA (DJ Set), LIM ORION + TEENAGE WAITRESS. Join us in this dreamy little world by the sea for curious, heartfelt, and ambient musical explorations! Plus DJ Helen Ganya bringing you an eclectic set of electronic oddities, ambient moments and left-field bangers!

Since 2014 we have introduced three incredible artists for you to discover... This month we bring you live performance from George Bloomfield (Full Band), SECRET GUEST and Hamish. This is a first come first served event - Arrive early, join the queue, gain entry!

+ DAN SHEARS (VELVETEEN ORKESTRA) + INDI. Join CATLEA and an amazing lineup of rising stars for a passionate night of singer-songwriter, indie pop, and alt rock.

Join Anna Rey, Martha May and Ev White for a fun, female-fronted independent music evening, full of original music and a great atmosphere!

This Machine Wasps, Brighton's (only) alternative comedy AND alternative music night, returns to the glorious Folklore Rooms for a birthday special! Feat; Sharlin Jehan, Susan Harrison, Joz Norris, The Highchurches + Mystery Special Guest!

Since returning home after five years in the States, his music has been championed by the likes of Clash, Americana UK, Under The Radar and BBC Introducing with Roisin O'Connor of The Independent picking Henry as her spotlight artist of the week.

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"

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.

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.

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.

Bootgaze lands in Brighton on October 24th for a night of fuzz drenched neo psychedelia and noise rock cowboy contradiction. Darcy Harding & The Foxes and Sand blend shoegaze grunge and Americana to take you on a sonic bootgaze journey,

Rooted in country, folk, soul and rock ‘n’ roll, SJ’s music blends emotionally honest songwriting with a powerhouse voice that has drawn comparisons to Stevie Nicks and Janis Joplin. Known for her raw energy and magnetic stage presence, she has built a reputation as one of the UK’s most compelling live performers.

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.

+ MARIE DANCE & THE PURPLE SHOES + BETH SARAH. "A Paul Simon, Eddi Reader, Paul Heaton get together at an Elbow gig with The National". Roots-Pop, Modern Vintage. "classic, timeless songwriting" Americana UK.

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.

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.

Sound of the Sirens are an acoustic singer-songwriting duo based in Exeter, Devon, comprising Abbe Wood & Hannah Walker. Honing their craft over the past decade, Wood & Walker have cemented themselves as firm favourites not only on the West Country scene, but nationally and internationally too.