LISTINGS & TICKETS

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.

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.

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.

Mutations sees the undefinable, undeniable, raucous FAT DOG joined by: Squid, Working Men’s Club, Basht., Bdrmm, Lip Critic, Theatre, + 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.

+ MATT COOPER + BRUCE SAMUEL. Roger Mason writes and sings baroque pop songs, full of yearning and hope, with soulful melodies to melt the heart. This is a FREE ENTRY/Donation based show. There are no advanced tickets.

8.30PM TIL LATE. SICK BANDS. DRINK DEALS. FANCY DRESS. FEAT ROOM SERVICE + MORE TBC

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).

Next Wave - Singer/Songwriter Sessions is a showcase celebrating some of the best unsigned & emerging local talent. Featuring 8 incredible artists, this is a chance to discover the next generation of the Brighton music scene.

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.

Solo Project is joined by his backing band THE LAYABOUTS for the FIRST TIME. Can the patron saint of fools known for his rambling D.I.Y freak-folk songs survive on stage with others? Will the band tire of his aimless jokes and leave? Find out during the most LAYABOUT of time-slots: a Sunday Matinee.

+ JAMES BRUTE. Possessed by Paul James is the acclaimed one-man musical project of Texas singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Konrad Wert. Blending folk, blues, Americana, and roots music with raw emotion and electrifying energy.

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.

Following collaborations with Max Richter and performances at Southbank Centre and SXSW, composer Carolina Cury brings GLISSBLISS to Brighton’s Folklore Rooms, accompanied by producer Konstantinos Damianakis. Experience her distinctive blend of contemporary classical and experimental pop.

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.

Two distinctive voices in contemporary British songwriting come together for an intimate evening of folk, Americana and atmospheric storytelling. Lucy Kitchen's warm, timeless songwriting meets E.R. Thorpe's dark, cinematic alt-folk across two separate but complementary sets.

Kirsteen's debut E.P 'Unpredictable' was recorded at Chem19 Recording Studios and was released in December 2023. Kirsteen then answered the mass call from fans to release Scottish music with her 'Wee Tunes from Home' E.P in March 2024 which has 2 million streams already.

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.

+ SONS OF VILJEMS + HAND OF GLORY. Minor Dents launch their vinyl LP, out on Italian label Disasters by Choice. They make propulsive, melodic songs that have drawn comparisons to Broadcast, ESG, Young Marble Giants and Silver Apples.

The Folklore Sessions Monthly Showcase returns and it's our favourite time of the year...
Expect incredible artists, special guests, free entry and some serious festive cheer. Announcements coming soon...

Love Thy Neighbour Presents; Nashville-based folk singer/songwriter Mynolia blends melancholy instrumentation with lyrical surrealism, drawing melodic inspiration from traditional folk choirs and eastern flute music.

Sonny Tennet is a South Shields-born singer-songwriter known for his soulful vocals, heartfelt storytelling and modern pop sound. Starting out performing pub gigs with his dad as a teenager, Sonny blends influences from soul, folk, R&B and pop into emotionally driven songs.

Scottish singer-songwriter Tommy Ashby creates expansive, emotionally rich indie folk that blends intimate storytelling with atmospheric soundscapes. Raised in the Scottish Borders and shaped by a deep connection to the natural world, Tommy's music pairs quietly powerful vocals and intricate guitar work.

Organic instrumentation with a folk-rock influence reminiscent of classic Crosby, Stills & Nash and Jeff Buckley is evident. Traditional folk signatures and themes run throughout, blending country motifs and klezmer modes, with the bed-rock pocket of rhythm and blues.

Daniel Kimbro is a Grammy-nominated bassist, singer-songwriter, and composer from East Tennessee. He has performed and recorded with artists including Jerry Douglas, Eric Clapton, Sarah Jarosz, John Hiatt, and the Transatlantic Sessions.

Steve Ashley is one of British folk's finest singer-songwriters. His songs have been covered by a legion of folk artists, including Fairport Convention, Anne Briggs, Ralph McTell & Wizz Jones, Show of Hands, Martin Simpson, Phil Beer, O'Hooley & Tidow and St Agnes Fountain.

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.

Rootweave brings the mythic and the political to the Folklore Rooms with the release of their third album. Combining cello, traditional drums and potent lyricism, Rootweave invokes the the ancient and the yet to come, calling for a return to ourselves and the web of life.

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.

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.

A cosy evening of poetic, woeful songs sung by up-and-coming local female artists, perfect for getting you in the mood for Halloween! Expect dazzling sets from Nouklear, Rubes, Merry, daisy may, L!V and Scarlett O'Neil, including haunting melodies and stirring songs to start halloweekend with a (soft) bang!

This Halloween Brighton's swampiest blues band are releasing their debut album "Sigils" and you're all invited to the party! An evening full of great live music and spooky fancy dress, featuring musical guests and the band performing the album cover to cover.

November 2026 marks 10 years since the passing of Leonard Cohen, one of the greatest songwriters and poets of the twentieth century. Join Irish singer-songwriter Pierce Joyce at The Folklore Rooms, Brighton, for a special evening celebrating Cohen's extraordinary body of work. + Special guests.

A night of dreamy, ethereal alt rock at the Folklore Rooms - Featuring NARCOLEPSY, BEFORE YOUR HEAD OFF + LA LUNA.

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.

+ BISCUIT CLUB + SPECIAL GUESTS. Witchy, confessional girl band, Creature & Machine, play their first Brighton show to celebrate releasing the extended version of their recent EP, Evergreen, which charts a story of survival after an abusive relationship.

+ 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.

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.

Since 2014 we have introduced three incredible artists for you to discover... This is a first come first served event - Arrive early, join the queue, gain entry! Line up announced soon.

Girl Apocrypha is the solo project of Brighton artist Emia Demir, fusing grunge, post-punk, industrial rock, and dark pop into bold, emotionally charged songs that balance raw guitars with theatrical pop ambition.

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.

Joe Little brings his cinematic, romantic indie sound to The Folklore Rooms for a headline show celebrating his new single, Heartache. Expect soaring melodies and songs made for falling into.

+ JOHNNY FALLEN. The Evening Sons wear their powerpop credentials like a badge of honor; crunchy barre chords, big choruses and multi-layered harmonies hark back to those halcyon days when 3 minute songs ruled the world.

+ THOMAS WILLOW + TRIAMI. Blending intimate vocals, atmospheric sounds, and deeply personal storytelling, Jimmy Herrity often explores themes of loss, grief, and reflection.

JAMBON are putting on an Xmas Party filled with indie, rock and funk covers as well as some bonus Christmas songs. Expect songs by artists such as The Strokes, Arctic Monkeys, Fontaines D.C., CHIC, David Bowie, Talking Heads and many more.

Richard Walters is a critically acclaimed UK artist and Grammy nominated songwriter. He will play his first solo gigs in over three years this winter, performing new work and fan favourites. "Incredibly beautiful, sublime. Richard Walters never disappoints." - Jo Whiley, Broadcaster, BBC

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.

Sonny Tennet is a South Shields-born singer-songwriter known for his soulful vocals, heartfelt storytelling and modern pop sound. Starting out performing pub gigs with his dad as a teenager, Sonny blends influences from soul, folk, R&B and pop into emotionally driven songs.

Roxanne de Bastion is a Berlin-based British singer-songwriter whose thoughtful indie-folk blends poetic storytelling with melodic pop. Acclaimed for her emotionally rich songwriting, she creates intimate, socially conscious music that resonates with audiences across Europe.

An internationally recognised musician and multidisciplinary artist, Rachel Croft is known for her powerful vocals, cinematic songwriting, and electrifying stage presence. "Truly exceptional" - BBC Introducing

Sorrel Nation is a UK singer-songwriter blending Americana, folk-rock and country with heartfelt storytelling. Living on the Isle of Wight and touring the UK in her campervan, she draws inspiration from nature, travel and real-life experiences. And yes—Sorrel Nation is her real name.

+ LISA NORA. Alicia Best (US) and Robert Jackson (UK) met while busking on the streets of Ireland and discovered a musical and personal harmony. In the decade since forming A Different Thread, they have taken their act on the road, touring over a dozen countries.

Since 2014 we have introduced three incredible artists for you to discover... This is a first come first served event - Arrive early, join the queue, gain entry! This month features; Scott C Park (Trio), Maya Donovan (US) + Betsan.

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,

+ VANESSA FERRERO + MORE. One guitar. One backpack. Hundreds of miles. After walking every mile between every tour date. A mammoth 180 miles along the South Coast, singer-songwriter Si Connelly tackles the first route of his Walking Tour.

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.

Charlie Hula is a songwriter and multi-instrumentalist inspired by 70s rock, psychedelic grooves, folk and jam-bands. His debut album Goodness Grief lands 23rd October. On this solo tour he’ll be performing with a few instruments, loops, layered textures and exploratory improvisations. + Support

Featuring Laura Jurd & Ruth Goller Swedish vocalist Rebecka Edlund weaves together the sonorities of experimental jazz and Scandinavian folk music. Since moving from Sweden to London, Edlund has established herself as one of the UK’s boldest pioneers within vocal improvisation and songwriting.

FORM Presents. Sean Solomon is an American folk singer-songwriter whose heartfelt lyrics, indie-folk sound, and thoughtful storytelling have earned him recognition as a compelling new voice in contemporary folk.

Nine sessions. Nine songs. Each one written and recorded in a single day by a different mix of musicians. We never went back to change them, and they’ve never been played live. Now we’re bringing the songs back together for Isla Collective’s first show.

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.

Samuel Nicholson is a cathartic songwriter, an impassioned singer, and a gifted guitarist. With his love of music set alight by listening to Motown records in the car with his mother, corrupted by hard rock records handed down by his father, and finally formed by his own forays into jazz, folk and experimental music.

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. 

Good Habits is an award-winning UK indie-folk band known for blending vivid storytelling, virtuosic musicianship, and groove-driven energy. A joyous and unexpected fusion of folk, jazz and more ft vocals, cello, accordion, synths and drums.

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.

Sennen Timcke, with his heartfelt, poetic and deftly performed alt-folk songs, brings his highly anticipated debut album launch 'Earthly Delights' to the Folklore Rooms. Described as "Gorgeously Atmospheric" by BBC Introducing, his show channels the raw honesty of '70s British and American folk music.

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.

This Machine Kills Wasps’ beloved FESTIVE SPECIAL is on Thursday 3rd December at TFR and they have another SPLENDID lineup of alternative comedy and alternative music. This will sell out, get yours now!

Abigail Rose is a Nashville-based Indie-Folk Rock singer and songwriter, known for her vivid storytelling and an intimate yet expansive sound. Praised by The New York Times as having a voice resembling "a slightly folk-y Stevie Nicks".

+ Louis O'Hara + Gem Stark + BETS. Scarlet Reading is a singer-songwriter and guitarist from the south coast, her folk-inspired sound is personal, reflective, and subtle in its intensity.

Standout appearances at festivals including Merlefest, Luck Reunion, Kerrville Folk Festival, Bourbon & Beyond, Stagecoach, and Cayamo, alongside a run of critically acclaimed albums praised by The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, NPR, No Depression, and Rolling Stone.

The Woodgies are Irish sisters Hannah and Meghan Woodger, whose acoustic music blends indie-pop and folk with the innate warmth and intimacy only sibling bands can hope to achieve. They've toured across Europe (and beyond), sharing stages with artists like Ye Vagabonds, DUG and Kids of Adelaide.

Since 2019, Dekker has released four albums, an EP and a growing catalogue of songs that have gathered over 250 million streams while finding homes in bedrooms, headphones, long walks and late night drives around the world. But the live show remains at the centre of it all.

Following her acclaimed self-titled debut album, championed by the likes of Uncut, Clash, Shindig, Record Collector, BBC Radio 6 and Radio X, Toria Wooff (Tor-ee-a Woo-f) enters a darker and more assured chapter with her second album, Aleister.

+ MOOKIE + WYTCH. Inspired by iconic female songwriters, particularly Stevie Nicks and Dolly Parton, Hattie’s music is built around storytelling, heartfelt lyrics, strong melodies and a distinctive vocal style.

A contemporary clawhammer banjoist rooted in influences of the Toe River valley, Murphy has developed a playing style that speaks to those familiar and unfamiliar with old time. With a bold and memorable voice that demands the ear listens, Murphy has preserved countless ballads from her family tree.