POLR presents is back at our home away from home at The Harrison in King’s Cross for a night of very angry pop music to let loose to. Celebrating the release of Loose T.’s debut EP Anger is Love x. Support from Benji Tranter.

Loose T.

Loose T. is not German and she is not based in Taipei.

She doesn’t play guitar and has never won an award.

She screams so you can shout along.

She sings so you can laugh along.

Anger is Love x

The debut EP from punk-rock, pop icon Loose T.

"Can you feel it, the rage? And how, from the very first take - you're taking power - you

become addicted? Because when you raise your chin, it's magic, you raise your eyes, and in

the most concrete way, physically, that changes your point of view." - Christine Aventin.

The world is our playground. Let’s Play!

Benji Tranter

Loose T. will be supported by POLR’s very own pop super star Benji Tranter. But don’t let his catchy tunes fool you, he’s promised a night of suprises inspired by the ethos of “letting Loose”.

The Harrison, London
7:30pm
Friday 14th June

£8 in advance
£10 on the door

Join The All Night Chemist on their debut album tour at The Peer Hat in Manchester. Taking inspiration from the likes of Neil Young, Flaming Lips and They Might Be Giants, expect a 70s inspired alt-country romp.

The All Night Chemist

“Daft and Irresistible” - Tom Robinson, BBC Radio 6

Formed in 2021, The All Night Chemist (T.A.N.C) are the newest, and possibly only, wannabe dad-rock folk band on the London scene. Their debut album “Lunchtime Special”, packed with tasty treats, is out on the 30th June. Formed around the singer, songwriter and banjo player Jimmy Grayburn, the band draw on a range of sound and experience. Jimmy’s love of American and British folk music and storytelling clash brilliantly with 90s indie and 70s rock from guitarist Benji Tranter, roving bass and keys from Calum Perrin and drums from Ben Howarth.

Walking a delicate line between the domestic and the surreal, the tragic and the comic, the album is introspective but also filled with spirit. Think you’ve heard a story a million times before? This album will grab you by the ears and show you something new.

Their live show is both upbeat and intimate, it’ll make you laugh, cry and dance, maybe even all at the same time. Like dad-rock? Like folk music? Accepting/ambivalent about banjos? If you said yes to any of these then this is a show for you. If you’ve said a hard NO to all of these, then this show is even more for you!

31st July
7:30pm
The Peer Hat, Manchester

Tickets
£6 in advance

Join The All Night Chemist on their debut album tour at The Lost Arc in Rhayader. Taking inspiration from the likes of Neil Young, Flaming Lips and They Might Be Giants, expect a 70s inspired alt-country romp. They’ll be joined by Powys local Marc Harpham.

The All Night Chemist

“Daft and Irresistible” - Tom Robinson, BBC Radio 6

Formed in 2021, The All Night Chemist (T.A.N.C) are the newest, and possibly only, wannabe dad-rock folk band on the London scene. Their debut album “Lunchtime Special”, packed with tasty treats, is out on the 30th June. Formed around the singer, songwriter and banjo player Jimmy Grayburn, the band draw on a range of sound and experience. Jimmy’s love of American and British folk music and storytelling clash brilliantly with 90s indie and 70s rock from guitarist Benji Tranter, roving bass and keys from Calum Perrin and drums from Ben Howarth.

Walking a delicate line between the domestic and the surreal, the tragic and the comic, the album is introspective but also filled with spirit. Think you’ve heard a story a million times before? This album will grab you by the ears and show you something new.

Their live show is both upbeat and intimate, it’ll make you laugh, cry and dance, maybe even all at the same time. Like dad-rock? Like folk music? Accepting/ambivalent about banjos? If you said yes to any of these then this is a show for you. If you’ve said a hard NO to all of these, then this show is even more for you!

Marc Harpham

Support comes from Llanidloes based singer-songwriter Marc Harpham whose deft guitar playing and smooth vocal has made him a hit of The Lost ARC open mic and impresses audiences throughout Powys and further afield.

This gig will be seated. £8 advance, £10 on the door. Doors 7.30pm on the 14th July at The Lost Arc, Rhayader.

As it falls on a Friday evening, our wood-fired pizzas will be available before the show and up until about 9pm during. Please pre-book for food by calling 01597811226.

Jimmy Grayburn is heading back to his home town for a special solo show with Wierdshire at The Victory during The All Night Chemist’s album tour.

The All Night Chemist

Jimmy Grayburn is the banjo player, singer and songwriter for the dad-rock folk band The All Night Chemist. They’ll be touring their debut album, out on the 30th June, this summer. As part of this, Jimmy is doing a special solo show in his home town of Herefordshire.

Jimmy’s music walks a delicate line between the domestic and the surreal, the tragic and the comic. Anything from cheesy pop bangers about mobile phones, to moody trad folk exploring the modern-day fur industry, his music has storytelling at its heart.

“Daft and Irresistible” - Tom Robinson, BBC Radio 6

Join The All Night Chemist on their debut album tour at The Dorothy Pax in Sheffield and to top it off the show is free entry!
Taking inspiration from the likes of Neil Young, Flaming Lips and They Might Be Giants, expect a 70s inspired alt-country romp.

The All Night Chemist

“Daft and Irresistible” - Tom Robinson, BBC Radio 6

Formed in 2021, The All Night Chemist (T.A.N.C) are the newest, and possibly only, wannabe dad-rock folk band on the London scene. Their debut album “Lunchtime Special”, packed with tasty treats, is out on the 30th June. Formed around the singer, songwriter and banjo player Jimmy Grayburn, the band draw on a range of sound and experience. Jimmy’s love of American and British folk music and storytelling clash brilliantly with 90s indie and 70s rock from guitarist Benji Tranter, roving bass and keys from Calum Perrin and drums from Ben Howarth.

Walking a delicate line between the domestic and the surreal, the tragic and the comic, the album is introspective but also filled with spirit. Think you’ve heard a story a million times before? This album will grab you by the ears and show you something new.

Their live show is both upbeat and intimate, it’ll make you laugh, cry and dance, maybe even all at the same time. Like dad-rock? Like folk music? Accepting/ambivalent about banjos? If you said yes to any of these then this is a show for you. If you’ve said a hard NO to all of these, then this show is even more for you!

10th July
7:30pm
The Dorothy Pax, Sheffield

Tickets
Free entry

The All Night Chemist

The All Night Chemist are the newest wannabe dad-rock folk band on the London scene. Just a bit too earnest to be truly tongue and cheek, their songs celebrate and mock the mundane while stirring the soul. Anything from cheesy pop bangers about mobile phones, to moody trad folk exploring the modern-day fur industry, their music has storytelling at its heart.

Taking inspiration from the likes of Neil Young, Flaming Lips and They Might Be Giants, expect a 70s inspired alt-country romp.

‘Daft and Irresistible’ - Tom Robinson, BBC 6 Music

Apple Of My Eye

Apple of my Eye are the uproarious troubadours of Bristol's folk scene. Their music blends traditional English folk with modern songwriting, using vocal harmonies and traditional instruments. Warm up your vocals and limber up, you’ll be singing and dancing through their whole set. After a hiatus of seven years, we may be looking at the release of their fourth album on the horizon.

“One of the most exciting folk albums of the year so far” - Folk Radio UK

“…a masterclass of storytelling through music” —Songwriting Magazine

Fritillaries

Hannah Pawson will be joining The All Night Chemist for a solo show. Fritillaries’ music features americana instrumentation, folk roots and a pop song sensibility. It’s sometimes upbeat and driving, sometimes slow and contemplative, and always original and engaging. Something like Cara Dillon meets Born in the USA, played on banjo, guitar and mandolin.

“Wow, such a tune. Proving Americana is alive and living in Bristol” - BBC Music Introducing in the South West

Tickets

Advance £9

On the door £12

Celebrating their debut album release, wannabe dad-rock folk band T.A.N.C invite you to their banging launch party. Sadly Ed Dowie will no longer be able to perform due to illness.

The All Night Chemist

The All Night Chemist are the newest wannabe dad-rock folk band on the London scene. Just a bit too earnest to be truly tongue and cheek, their songs celebrate and mock the mundane while stirring the soul. Anything from cheesy pop bangers about mobile phones, to moody trad folk exploring the modern-day fur industry, their music has storytelling at its heart.

Taking inspiration from the likes of Neil Young, Flaming Lips and They Might Be Giants, expect a 70s inspired alt-country romp.

‘Daft and Irresistible’ - Tom Robinson, BBC 6 Music

Fritillaries

Fritillaries is the folk/Americana songwriter project from Hannah Pawson, a Bristol-based musician playing her songs on guitar and banjo. Her recent songs have their hands in the soil and take a compassionate look at the shadowy parts of ourselves.

Fritillaries’ music is sometimes upbeat and bold, sometimes slow and contemplative and is always original and engaging, combining Americana instrumentation and English folk roots with pop.

"Wonderful" - Cerys Matthews, BBC 6 Music

‘Touchingly poetic, Fritillaries is an enthrallingly scenic, tranquil and fruitful debut … capturing the purity, inventiveness and talent of the duo’s playing’ - Folk Radio UK

Tickets
Advance - £10
On the door - £14

After years working on his EP alongside his upcoming album, it is finally here, and it’s been worth the wait. Come join Andy in celebrating the launch of his EP Tide/Shore at The Harrison in King’s Cross. He’ll be joined by the wonderfull Hannah Donelon and friends. Expect intricate fingerpicking guitar with beautiful and illustrative lyrics.

Andy Skellam

“Something new and rather good” - Gideon Coe BBC 6 Music

Andy’s latest EP is a gently surreal journey. He creates intimate worlds, inviting the listener in with the warmth of his baritone voice and the often surprising turns of his fingerpicked acoustic guitar. It begins with 'Alice', a song about two people trying hard to cling to their youth and freedom and ends with 'Deep Blue Of Distance', a song of new parenthood and acceptance of the ephemeral nature of existence set against the backdrop of the Black Mountains. 

'The soundtrack to resting on a broken tree in mulchy woods… [it] has provoked comparisons to Syd Barrett and Nick Drake – artists who similarly managed to butterfly-pin the strangeness of English life in music’ Dan Weltman, Hollowbody, Snails. 

“A homespun sound and DIY ethic, something we much admire and are drawn to” - Folk Radio UK

Hannah Donelon

Hannah Donelon is a traditional vocalist with a unique and haunting voice. With a background in traditional Irish music, she draws from an array of wider influences to reconfigure ballads and tell stories with contemporary resonance. Through the simplicity and rawness of her music, Hannah tells lucid narratives of the lives and landscapes preserved in old songs with sympathetic accompaniment on guitar and whistle.

Doors from 7:30pm

Tickets £8 adv // £10 on the door // concessions £6

After years working on his EP alongside his upcoming album, it is finally here, and it’s been worth the wait. Come join Andy in celebrating the launch of his EP Tide/Shore at Cafe Kino in Stokes Croft. He’ll be joined by the wonderfull Hannah Pawson from Fritillaries. Expect intricate fingerpicking guitar with beautiful and illustrative lyrics.

Andy Skellam

“Something new and rather good” - Gideon Coe BBC 6 Music

Andy’s latest EP is a gently surreal journey. He creates intimate worlds, inviting the listener in with the warmth of his baritone voice and the often surprising turns of his fingerpicked acoustic guitar. It begins with 'Alice', a song about two people trying hard to cling to their youth and freedom and ends with 'Deep Blue Of Distance', a song of new parenthood and acceptance of the ephemeral nature of existence set against the backdrop of the Black Mountains. 

'The soundtrack to resting on a broken tree in mulchy woods… [it] has provoked comparisons to Syd Barrett and Nick Drake – artists who similarly managed to butterfly-pin the strangeness of English life in music’ Dan Weltman, Hollowbody, Snails. 

“A homespun sound and DIY ethic, something we much admire and are drawn to” - Folk Radio UK

Fritillaries

Hannah Pawson will be joining Andy for a solo show. Fritillaries’ music features americana instrumentation, folk roots and a pop song sensibility. It’s sometimes upbeat and driving, sometimes slow and contemplative, and always original and engaging. Something like Cara Dillon meets Born in the USA, played on banjo, guitar and mandolin.

Doors from 7pm

Tickets £8 adv // £10 on the door // concessions £6

Pear O’Legs Records are proud to present the debut album launch show from Benji Tranter, with support from The All Night Chemist and Daniel Lukes. Benji will make you laugh, he’ll make you cry, he’ll make you bop along if not jump on the dance floor and to do the worm. Expect excellently crafted songs, banging beats and exceptional chat. And if that isn’t enough, it’s free!

Benji Tranter

"Beautifully crafted" - Adam Walton, BBC Wales

After a hiatus of over five years, Welsh songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Benji Tranter returns with debut solo album Songs to Make You Happy, coming out 20th January on Pear O’ Legs Records. 

With a lo-fi, home-recorded approach, Benji builds the album around stark acoustic guitars and his idiosyncratic voice, with embellishments from a menagerie of instruments, played by Benji and a collection of friends. What emerges is a charming, chaotic collection of vignettes; diary entries, polaroid snapshots, and notebook poems, with musical nods to influences like Elliott Smith, Conor Oberst and Nick Drake.

“Enchanting” - Fresh on the Net

The All Night Chemist

Formed around the singer and banjo player Jimmy Grayburn, The All Night Chemist are the newest wannabe dad-rock folk space adventure four piece on the thriving London scene. Just a bit too earnest to be truly tongue and cheek, their songs celebrate and mock the mundane while stirring the soul.

Anything from cheesy pop bangers about mobile phones, to moody trad folk exploring the modern-day fur industry, their music has storytelling at its heart.

Daniel Lukes

Singer, songwriter, guitarist and luthier Daniel Lukes will be brining us his amazing music performed on his own custom guitar.

Pear O’Legs Records is back with a double single launch at The Harrison in King’s Cross. Expect folk infused pop at its best with DIY costuming from Benji Tranter that would make Noel Fielding jealous and The All Night Chemist performing as their alter-ego cross dressing teen band Sir Vixen, falling somewhere between Queen’s “I Want to Break Free”, Mean Girls and Heathers (if they all formed a folk band). They’ll be supprted by the incredible folk and soul of Philippa Zawe.

Benji Tranter

After a recording hiatus of over five years, Welsh singer and songwriter Benji Tranter returns with his debut album Songs to Make You Happy, out in January 2022. With a lo-fi, DIY ethos, unembellished guitars and vocals deliver a charming, sometimes chaotic, collection of vignettes; diary entries, polaroid snapshots, throwaway poems and short stories. Benji is releasing his first single “Satellite” on the 25th November, a pop banger about friendship, love and togetherness, even if your only pal is a satellite way up in the sky.

The influence of US songwriters like Elliott Smith, Conor Oberst and Daniel Johnston are clear throughout, with occasional elements from Scott Walker, Nick Drake, and the care-free naivety of Jonathan Richman.

Growing up on the Welsh Marches, Benji has been song writing for many years now, penning two EPs in 2014 and 2016, more recently focussing his efforts toward his power-pop group Ski Lift who have been featured across R1, BBC6 and BBC Wales. He has also collaborated with Jovis Lane in pop outfit Show Boy, and is currently a member of psych-folk group The All Night Chemist.

The All Night Chemist

The All Night Chemist (aka TANC) are the newest wannabe dad-rock banjo-led folk space adventure four piece on the thriving London scene. Just a bit too earnest to be truly tongue and cheek, their songs celebrate and mock the mundane while stirring the soul.

They’ll be releasing their debut single “I’m In Love With My Phone” on the 25th November, an irreverent pop song about loneliness and the power technology can have in bringing us together, as well as dividing us.

Anything from cheesy pop bangers about sandwiches, to moody trad folk exploring the modern-day fur industry, their music has storytelling at its heart.

Pulling influences from traditional British and American folk music as well as inspiration from artists like Neil Young, The Flaming Lips, Talking Heads, They Might Be Giants, Big Thief, Wilco and Johnny Flynn, TANC create a show unlike anything else out there right now.

Philippa Zawe

Philippa Zawe is a Yorkshire based singer-songwriter. She is of Ugandan heritage and her songwriting is inspired by the rich stories that are told around her and that lie within her.

"Philippa has a fantastically controlled vocal style which conveys an enormous amount of feeling and meaning in every single word." (Ryan's Gig Guide, 2018)

Her songs are rooted in the genre of Folk with an infusion of Soul. Her inspirations vary from the likes of Terry Callier to Joan Armatrading, Nick Drake to Laura Marling. Her music has been described as “audio self-care at its finest” (Two Story Melody, 2018).

In September 2017 Philippa Zawe released her debut EP Road of Hope; a tale of loss, grief and hope found along the way. Shortly after that in May 2018 Zawe then released a full band EP titled Disadvantaged. 2020, a year of ups and downs, Philippa Zawe took us on an introspective journey full of hope and contradictions through her releases Dark Am I, Yet Lovely and Lay It All Down.

On 4 November Zawe released her most recent single Would You Lean. The single comes two years after her last release and will be followed by an EP release and accompanying tour.It is an evolution with a song that is reflective of the emotions around grief- bereavement, career, friendship and faith.

Doors 7pm

Tickets
£10 adv
£12 on the door
Concessions £7 (includes students, NHS workers and those not in employment)

After forming at the beginning of 2022, The All Night Chemist have been recording and touring the UK and are set to release their first single this autumn. On the 5th they’ll be playing at The Amersham Arms supporting Teal Flood, bringing you upbeat wannabe Neil Young meets The Flaming Lips, if those bands both played folk music.

The All Night Chemist

Just a bit too earnest to be truly tongue and cheek, their music celebrates and mocks the mundane while stirring the soul.

Anything from cheesy pop bangers about mobile phones, to moody trad folk exploring the modern-day fur industry, their music has storytelling at its heart.

Doors 8pm

Tickets £5

The Amersham Arms, 388 New Cross Rd, London SE14 6TY

This show has sold out.

Fritillaries are thrilled to bring their tour show to the Blackmore Theatre. They’ll be playing as a fourpiece stringband, in one of only four unique shows, with Kit Massey on violin and Andy Hamill on double bass, plus guest performances from Exmouth Railyway Folk and Acoustic Club.

“Wonderful” - Cerys Matthews, BBC 6 Music

Fritillaries

Playing together since childhood, Hannah and Gabriel share a unique intimacy and ability to draw audiences into their world. Their debut album - about places and people missed and found in isolation, and things found growing when we dig down into spaces the light doesn’t reach - was released on Pear O’Legs Records in July to widespread critical acclaim and support from BBC Radio 2 and BBC 6 Music.

This event will be one of only four stringband dates on the album tour (London, Birmingham, Bristol, Exmouth), with the duo being joined by Andy Hamill (Laura Mvula, Annie Lennox, Martha Reeves) on double bass and Kit Massey (Aphex Twin, Anna Calvi, Pete Tong) on violin. As a four-piece, Fritillaries bring deep groove, lush strings and moments of joyous uplift.

"outstanding… an enthrallingly scenic, tranquil and fruitful debut … capturing the purity, inventiveness and talent of the duo’s playing” - Folk Radio UK

Exmouth Railway Folk and Acoustic Club guests

Exmouth’s monthly acoustic sessions at the Railway Club offer local musicians the chance to perform regularly.

At the Blackmore theatre on 22nd September you will hear some of the regular singers and players: David Hoad-seasoned singer-songwriter, Reefs of Moonshine-with their original compositions and Navigator-fresh interpretations of traditional and contemporary songs.

Doors open at 7pm.

£10 adv and £12 on the door

TICKETS ARE NO LONGER AVAILABLE ONLINE. There will be tickets available on the door.

Fritillaries are thrilled to bring their tour show to The Jam Jar in Bristol. They’ll be playing as a fourpiece stringband, in one of only four unique shows, with Kit Massey on violin and Andy Hamill on double bass, plus support Anna Colette.

Please note the venue only allows those over 18 to attend.

“Wonderful” - Cerys Matthews, BBC 6 Music

Fritillaries

Playing together since childhood, Hannah and Gabriel share a unique intimacy and ability to draw audiences into their world. Their debut album - about places and people missed and found in isolation, and things found growing when we dig down into spaces the light doesn’t reach - was released on Pear O’Legs Records in July to widespread critical acclaim and support from BBC Radio 2 and BBC 6 Music.

This event will be one of only four stringband dates on the album tour (London, Birmingham, Bristol, Exmouth), with the duo being joined by Andy Hamill (Laura Mvula, Annie Lennox, Martha Reeves) on double bass and Kit Massey (Aphex Twin, Anna Calvi, Pete Tong) on violin. As a four-piece, Fritillaries bring deep groove, lush strings and moments of joyous uplift.

"outstanding… an enthrallingly scenic, tranquil and fruitful debut … capturing the purity, inventiveness and talent of the duo’s playing” - Folk Radio UK

Anna Colette

Born in Bermuda, now settled in Bristol, Anna Colette’s music captures classic folk styles combined with a modern take. Her classic songwriting embraces her deeply introspective personality with a therapeutic writing approach; speaking to her life journey and navigating womanhood.

Doors open at 7:30pm.

£12 adv and £14 on the door

Celebrating the release of their debut album, Fritillaries will be returing to Elsewhere in Margate for an intimate show as the original duo.

“Wonderful” - Cerys Matthews

Fritillaries

Playing together since childhood, Hannah and Gabriel share a unique intimacy and ability to draw audiences into their world. Their debut album - about places and people missed and found in isolation, and things found growing when we dig down into spaces the light doesn’t reach - will be released on 15th July 2022 on Pear O’ Legs Records.

Fritillaries’ music features americana instrumentation, folk roots and a pop song sensibility. It’s sometimes upbeat and driving, sometimes slow and contemplative, and always original and engaging. Something like Cara Dillon meets Born in the USA, played on banjo, guitar and mandolin.

This event will be one of only four stringband dates on the album tour (London, Birmingham, Bristol, Exmouth), with the duo being joined by Andy Hamill (Laura Mvula, Annie Lennox, Martha Reeves) on double bass and Kit Massey (Aphex Twin, Anna Calvi, Pete Tong) on violin. As a four-piece, Fritillaries are really something to be reckoned with: deep groove, lush strings, gnarly instrumentals.

“a duo very much on the up and able to deliver as easily, live, as in the studio.” - Jeremy Searle, RnR Magazine

Hannah Pawson and Gabriel Wynne are very excited to be returning to The Kitchen Garden Cafe in Birmingham. They’ll be playing with Fritillaries in it’s full fourpiece stringband form, in one of only four unique shows, with Kit Massey on violin and Andy Hamil on double bass. they’ll be joined by the wonderful Philippa Zawe.

"intimate and epic, with a sense of longing that is almost tangible" - Fatea Magazine

Fritillaries

Playing together since childhood, Hannah and Gabriel share a unique intimacy and ability to draw audiences into their world. Their debut album - about places and people missed and found in isolation, and things found growing when we dig down into spaces the light doesn’t reach - will be released on 15th July 2022 on Pear O’ Legs Records.

Fritillaries’ music features americana instrumentation, folk roots and a pop song sensibility. It’s sometimes upbeat and driving, sometimes slow and contemplative, and always original and engaging. Something like Cara Dillon meets Born in the USA, played on banjo, guitar and mandolin.

This event will be one of only four stringband dates on the album tour (London, Birmingham, Bristol, Exmouth), with the duo being joined by Andy Hamill (Laura Mvula, Annie Lennox, Martha Reeves) on double bass and Kit Massey (Aphex Twin, Anna Calvi, Pete Tong) on violin. As a four-piece, Fritillaries are really something to be reckoned with: deep groove, lush strings, gnarly instrumentals.

“a duo very much on the up and able to deliver as easily, live, as in the studio.” - Jeremy Searle, RnR Magazine

Philippa Zawe

Philippa Zawe is a Birmingham based singer-songwriter. She is of Ugandan heritage.

Her songs are rooted in the genre of Folk with an infusion of Soul. Her inspirations vary from the likes of Terry Callier to Joni Mitchell.

“audio self-care at its finest” -Two Story Melody

Doors open at 7:30pm.

£12 adv and £14 on the door

Celebrating the release of their debut album, Fritillaries will be returing to The Musician in Leicester for an intimate show as the original duo.

“Wonderful” - Cerys Matthews

Fritillaries

Playing together since childhood, Hannah and Gabriel share a unique intimacy and ability to draw audiences into their world. Their debut album - about places and people missed and found in isolation, and things found growing when we dig down into spaces the light doesn’t reach - will be released on 15th July 2022 on Pear O’ Legs Records.

Fritillaries’ music features americana instrumentation, folk roots and a pop song sensibility. It’s sometimes upbeat and driving, sometimes slow and contemplative, and always original and engaging. Something like Cara Dillon meets Born in the USA, played on banjo, guitar and mandolin.

This event will be one of only four stringband dates on the album tour (London, Birmingham, Bristol, Exmouth), with the duo being joined by Andy Hamill (Laura Mvula, Annie Lennox, Martha Reeves) on double bass and Kit Massey (Aphex Twin, Anna Calvi, Pete Tong) on violin. As a four-piece, Fritillaries are really something to be reckoned with: deep groove, lush strings, gnarly instrumentals.

“a duo very much on the up and able to deliver as easily, live, as in the studio.” - Jeremy Searle, RnR Magazine

Hannah Pawson and Gabriel Wynne are delighted to annoucne their album release show in the beautiful west London church at The Sherriff Centre. They’ll be playing with Fritillaries in it’s full fourpiece stringband form, in one of only four shows, with Kit Massey on violin and Andy Hamil on double bass. They’ll be joined by the incredible Jack Harris.

“a duo very much on the up and able to deliver as easily, live, as in the studio.” - Jeremy Searle, RnR Magazine

Fritillaries

Playing together since childhood, Hannah and Gabriel share a unique intimacy and ability to draw audiences into their world. Their debut album - about places and people missed and found in isolation, and things found growing when we dig down into spaces the light doesn’t reach - will be released on 15th July 2022 on Pear O’ Legs Records.

Fritillaries’ music features americana instrumentation, folk roots and a pop song sensibility. It’s sometimes upbeat and driving, sometimes slow and contemplative, and always original and engaging. Something like Cara Dillon meets Born in the USA, played on banjo, guitar and mandolin.

This event will be one of only four stringband dates on the album tour (London, Birmingham, Bristol, Exmouth), with the duo being joined by Andy Hamill (Laura Mvula, Annie Lennox, Martha Reeves) on double bass and Kit Massey (Aphex Twin, Anna Calvi, Pete Tong) on violin. As a four-piece, Fritillaries are really something to be reckoned with: deep groove, lush strings, gnarly instrumentals.

"intimate and epic, with a sense of longing that is almost tangible" - Fatea Magazine

Jack Harris

Jack Harris' songs take a compassionate look at things both common and uncommon, and see them differently. They are literate, curious, often in character, and always intriguing. His latest album, ‘The Wide Afternoon’, produced by UK folk giant Gerry Diver (Sam Lee, Lisa Knapp, Tom Robinson), was released in November 2016 to universal press acclaim.

Jack was a SXSW showcasing artist at 17, and the youngest ever winner of the Kerrville Folk Festival’s New Folk Award in 2005 (previous winners include Gillian Welch, Devon Sproule and Anais Mitchell). He has been the recipient of the PRS ATOM award for new music creation, as well as an EFDSS creative bursary for songwriting.

‘Jack Harris is a priest of song who holds himself to a rigorous, ancient code of beauty most of us have forgotten exists.’ - Anais Mitchell

Doors open at 7pm.

£12 adv and £14 on the door

Celebrating his EP release on the 1st July, Josh will be travelling the UK and we’re very happy to announce The Folklore Rooms as a show on the tour. ‘Hold on to the Light’ is made up of tracks written in lockdown and showcases Josh’s ever growing talents as a finger picking guitarist and folk singer-songwriter. Leaning further into his indie side but not forgetting his folk roots, Josh is writing tracks that aren’t afraid to be pop bangers. Speaking of, he’ll be supported by the folk-pop, dad-rock banjo madness that is Jimmy Grayburn & The All Night Chemist on the tour.

Josh Geffin

“A fine new voice in an honourable British tradition of folk-based singer-songwriters” – RnR magazine

Josh Geffin is a highly acclaimed singer-songwriter from London whose virtuosic guitar playing and poetic songs create a spellbinding experience full of depth, humour and musical beauty.

His music has been described as “masterful” by Fresh On The Net and “a welcome and sensitive breath of fresh folk air” by folk singer Sam Lee. Josh’s last EP ‘Islands’, released by Culture Recordings, was referred to as a ‘beautiful EP of compelling folk-indie with real gravitas’ by Americana UK who gave it 8/10. 

A regular fixture on the London folk scene, Josh has toured the UK, Ireland and Canada and performed at the The Royal Albert Hall, South Bank Centre and on the Marc Riley Show (BBC 6 Music). He has opened for established acts such as Amiina and Ye Vagabonds and featured as a ‘Troubadour’ in a major art performance by Ragnar Kjartannson at the Barbican. 

Josh has collaborated with many great musicians, including Grammy-nominated producer Sonny Johns, singer-songwriter Victoria Hume and violinist Alice Zawadski, and his music has been placed widely on television. 

Josh's forthcoming EP 'Hold On To The Light' is supported by a Recording & Releasing Grant from Help Musicians and is due for release on July 1st 2022 on Pear O’Legs Records. The first single 'Best We Could' is out now.

“Remarkable depth and gravity” – Bright Young Folk

Jimmy Grayburn & The All Night Chemist

‘Jimmy Grayburn plays a mean banjo’ - RnR magazine

Just a bit too earnest to be truly tongue and cheek, Jimmy’s music celebrates and mocks the mundane while stirring the soul.

Anything from cheesy pop songs about mobile phones, to moody trad folk exploring the modern-day fur industry, Jimmy’s music has storytelling at its heart.

After performing with The Medlars, Jimmy is now working with his new band Jimmy Grayburn & The All Night Chemist and will soon be showcasing his new take on “folk”.

Doors at 7:30pm

Tickets £8 adv and £10 on the door

For COVID safety, please take a lateral flow test before attending the show and please don’t attend if you develop a fever, persistent cough or loss of or change in your sense of taste and smell. Refunds are available for anyone who is unable to attend due to COVID.

Please wear a facemask during the show.

Celebrating his EP release on the 1st July, Josh will be travelling the UK and we’re very happy to announce The Fish Factory as a show on the tour. ‘Hold on to the Light’ is made up of tracks written in lockdown and showcases Josh’s ever growing talents as a finger picking guitarist and folk singer-songwriter. Leaning further into his indie side but not forgetting his folk roots, Josh is writing tracks that aren’t afraid to be pop bangers. Speaking of, he’ll be supported by the folk-pop, dad-rock banjo madness that is Jimmy Grayburn & The All Night Chemist on the tour.

Josh Geffin

“A fine new voice in an honourable British tradition of folk-based singer-songwriters” – RnR magazine

Josh Geffin is a highly acclaimed singer-songwriter from London whose virtuosic guitar playing and poetic songs create a spellbinding experience full of depth, humour and musical beauty.

His music has been described as “masterful” by Fresh On The Net and “a welcome and sensitive breath of fresh folk air” by folk singer Sam Lee. Josh’s last EP ‘Islands’, released by Culture Recordings, was referred to as a ‘beautiful EP of compelling folk-indie with real gravitas’ by Americana UK who gave it 8/10. 

A regular fixture on the London folk scene, Josh has toured the UK, Ireland and Canada and performed at the The Royal Albert Hall, South Bank Centre and on the Marc Riley Show (BBC 6 Music). He has opened for established acts such as Amiina and Ye Vagabonds and featured as a ‘Troubadour’ in a major art performance by Ragnar Kjartannson at the Barbican. 

Josh has collaborated with many great musicians, including Grammy-nominated producer Sonny Johns, singer-songwriter Victoria Hume and violinist Alice Zawadski, and his music has been placed widely on television. 

Josh's forthcoming EP 'Hold On To The Light' is supported by a Recording & Releasing Grant from Help Musicians and is due for release on July 1st 2022 on Pear O’Legs Records. The first single 'Best We Could' is out now.

“Remarkable depth and gravity” – Bright Young Folk

Jimmy Grayburn & The All Night Chemist

‘Jimmy Grayburn plays a mean banjo’ - RnR magazine

Just a bit too earnest to be truly tongue and cheek, Jimmy’s music celebrates and mocks the mundane while stirring the soul.

Anything from cheesy pop songs about mobile phones, to moody trad folk exploring the modern-day fur industry, Jimmy’s music has storytelling at its heart.

After performing with The Medlars, Jimmy is now working with his new band Jimmy Grayburn & The All Night Chemist and will soon be showcasing his new take on “folk”.

Doors at 7:30pm

Tickets £8 adv and £10 on the door

For COVID safety, please take a lateral flow test before attending the show and please don’t attend if you develop a fever, persistent cough or loss of or change in your sense of taste and smell. Refunds are available for anyone who is unable to attend due to COVID.

Please wear a facemask during the show.

Celebrating his EP release on the 1st July, Josh will be travelling the UK and we’re very happy to announce The Musician as a show on the tour. ‘Hold on to the Light’ is made up of tracks written in lockdown and showcases Josh’s ever growing talents as a finger picking guitarist and folk singer-songwriter. Leaning further into his indie side but not forgetting his folk roots, Josh is writing tracks that aren’t afraid to be pop bangers. Speaking of, he’ll be supported by the folk-pop, dad-rock banjo madness that is Jimmy Grayburn & The All Night Chemist on the tour.

Josh Geffin

“A fine new voice in an honourable British tradition of folk-based singer-songwriters” – RnR magazine

Josh Geffin is a highly acclaimed singer-songwriter from London whose virtuosic guitar playing and poetic songs create a spellbinding experience full of depth, humour and musical beauty.

His music has been described as “masterful” by Fresh On The Net and “a welcome and sensitive breath of fresh folk air” by folk singer Sam Lee. Josh’s last EP ‘Islands’, released by Culture Recordings, was referred to as a ‘beautiful EP of compelling folk-indie with real gravitas’ by Americana UK who gave it 8/10. 

A regular fixture on the London folk scene, Josh has toured the UK, Ireland and Canada and performed at the The Royal Albert Hall, South Bank Centre and on the Marc Riley Show (BBC 6 Music). He has opened for established acts such as Amiina and Ye Vagabonds and featured as a ‘Troubadour’ in a major art performance by Ragnar Kjartannson at the Barbican. 

Josh has collaborated with many great musicians, including Grammy-nominated producer Sonny Johns, singer-songwriter Victoria Hume and violinist Alice Zawadski, and his music has been placed widely on television. 

Josh's forthcoming EP 'Hold On To The Light' is supported by a Recording & Releasing Grant from Help Musicians and is due for release on July 1st 2022 on Pear O’Legs Records. The first single 'Best We Could' is out now.

“Remarkable depth and gravity” – Bright Young Folk  

Jimmy Grayburn & The All Night Chemist

‘Jimmy Grayburn plays a mean banjo’ - RnR magazine

Just a bit too earnest to be truly tongue and cheek, Jimmy’s music celebrates and mocks the mundane while stirring the soul.

Anything from cheesy pop songs about mobile phones, to moody trad folk exploring the modern-day fur industry, Jimmy’s music has storytelling at its heart.

After performing with The Medlars, Jimmy is now working with his new band Jimmy Grayburn & The All Night Chemist and will soon be showcasing his new take on “folk”.

Doors at 8pm

£11 adv

For COVID safety, please take a lateral flow test before attending the show and please don’t attend if you develop a fever, persistent cough or loss of or change in your sense of taste and smell. Refunds are available for anyone who is unable to attend due to COVID.
Please wear a facemask during the show.

To celebrate his EP release on the 1st July, Josh will be touring the UK. We’re very happy to announce The Canteen as one of the shows on the tour. ‘Hold on to the Light’ is made up of tracks written in lockdown and showcases Josh’s ever growing talents as a finger picking guitarist and folk singer-songwriter. Leaning further into his indie side but not forgetting his folk roots, Josh is writing tracks that aren’t afraid to be pop bangers. Speaking of, he’ll be supported by the folk-pop, dad-rock banjo madness that is Jimmy Grayburn & The All Night Chemist on the tour.

This event is free entry.

Josh Geffin

“A fine new voice in an honourable British tradition of folk-based singer-songwriters” – RnR magazine

Josh Geffin is a highly acclaimed singer-songwriter from London whose virtuosic guitar playing and poetic songs create a spellbinding experience full of depth, humour and musical beauty.

His music has been described as “masterful” by Fresh On The Net and “a welcome and sensitive breath of fresh folk air” by folk singer Sam Lee. Josh’s last EP ‘Islands’, released by Culture Recordings, was referred to as a ‘beautiful EP of compelling folk-indie with real gravitas’ by Americana UK who gave it 8/10. 

A regular fixture on the London folk scene, Josh has toured the UK, Ireland and Canada and performed at the The Royal Albert Hall, South Bank Centre and on the Marc Riley Show (BBC 6 Music). He has opened for established acts such as Amiina and Ye Vagabonds and featured as a ‘Troubadour’ in a major art performance by Ragnar Kjartannson at the Barbican. 

Josh has collaborated with many great musicians, including Grammy-nominated producer Sonny Johns, singer-songwriter Victoria Hume and violinist Alice Zawadski, and his music has been placed widely on television. 

Josh's forthcoming EP 'Hold On To The Light' is supported by a Recording & Releasing Grant from Help Musicians and is due for release on July 1st 2022 on Pear O’Legs Records. The first single 'Best We Could' is out now.

“Remarkable depth and gravity” – Bright Young Folk  

Jimmy Grayburn & The All Night Chemist

‘Jimmy Grayburn plays a mean banjo’ - RnR magazine

Just a bit too earnest to be truly tongue and cheek, Jimmy’s music celebrates and mocks the mundane while stirring the soul.

Anything from cheesy pop songs about mobile phones, to moody trad folk exploring the modern-day fur industry, Jimmy’s music has storytelling at its heart.

After performing with The Medlars, Jimmy is now working with his new band Jimmy Grayburn & The All Night Chemist and will soon be showcasing his new take on “folk”.

Doors at 7:30pm

Free entry

For COVID safety, please take a lateral flow test before attending the show and please don’t attend if you develop a fever, persistent cough or loss of or change in your sense of taste and smell. Refunds are available for anyone who is unable to attend due to COVID.
Please wear a facemask during the show.

Celebrating his EP release on the 1st July, Josh will be travelling the UK and we’re very happy to announce he’s heading to the heart of Wales for a very special show at The Lost Arc. ‘Hold on to the Light’ is made up of tracks written in lockdown and showcases Josh’s ever growing talents as a finger picking guitarist and folk singer-songwriter. Leaning further into his indie side but not forgetting his folk roots, Josh is writing tracks that aren’t afraid to be pop bangers. Speaking of, he’ll be supported by the folk-pop, dad-rock banjo madness that is Jimmy Grayburn & The All Night Chemist on the tour.

Josh Geffin

“A fine new voice in an honourable British tradition of folk-based singer-songwriters” – RnR magazine

Josh Geffin is a highly acclaimed singer-songwriter from London whose virtuosic guitar playing and poetic songs create a spellbinding experience full of depth, humour and musical beauty.

His music has been described as “masterful” by Fresh On The Net and “a welcome and sensitive breath of fresh folk air” by folk singer Sam Lee. Josh’s last EP ‘Islands’, released by Culture Recordings, was referred to as a ‘beautiful EP of compelling folk-indie with real gravitas’ by Americana UK who gave it 8/10. 

A regular fixture on the London folk scene, Josh has toured the UK, Ireland and Canada and performed at the The Royal Albert Hall, South Bank Centre and on the Marc Riley Show (BBC 6 Music). He has opened for established acts such as Amiina and Ye Vagabonds and featured as a ‘Troubadour’ in a major art performance by Ragnar Kjartannson at the Barbican. 

Josh has collaborated with many great musicians, including Grammy-nominated producer Sonny Johns, singer-songwriter Victoria Hume and violinist Alice Zawadski, and his music has been placed widely on television. 

Josh's forthcoming EP 'Hold On To The Light' is supported by a Recording & Releasing Grant from Help Musicians and is due for release on July 1st 2022 on Pear O’Legs Records. The first single 'Best We Could' is out now.

“Remarkable depth and gravity” – Bright Young Folk  

Jimmy Grayburn & The All Night Chemist

‘Jimmy plays a mean banjo’ - RnR magazine

Just a bit too earnest to be truly tongue and cheek, Jimmy’s music celebrates and mocks the mundane while stirring the soul.

Anything from cheesy pop songs about mobile phones, to moody trad folk exploring the modern-day fur industry, Jimmy’s music has storytelling at its heart.

After performing with The Medlars, Jimmy is now working with his new band Jimmy Grayburn & The All Night Chemist and will soon be showcasing his new take on “folk”.

We’re back for our monthly show at To The Moon in Old Market. Come see some of the most talented songwriters at one of Bristol’s most intimate shows. Plus we’ll have a floor spot from Roland George Harrad. Hosted by americana/folk duo Fritillaries.

Jack Harris

Jack Harris' songs take a compassionate look at things both common and uncommon, and see them differently. They are literate, curious, often in character, and always intriguing. His latest album, ‘The Wide Afternoon’, produced by UK folk giant Gerry Diver (Sam Lee, Lisa Knapp, Tom Robinson), was released in November 2016 to universal press acclaim.

Jack was a SXSW showcasing artist at 17, and the youngest ever winner of the Kerrville Folk Festival’s New Folk Award in 2005 (previous winners include Gillian Welch, Devon Sproule and Anais Mitchell). He has been the recipient of the PRS ATOM award for new music creation, as well as an EFDSS creative bursary for songwriting.

‘Jack Harris is a priest of song who holds himself to a rigorous, ancient code of beauty most of us have forgotten exists.’ Anais Mitchell

JOW

JOW are a new acoustic duo of James Gow (cello) and Pete Judge (trumpet).

James is an outstanding young multi-instrumentalist who has worked for both Kneehigh and Wise Children theatre companies, and plays with the quartet Eleven Magpies. Pete is the trumpeter with BBC Jazz Award winners Get The Blessing and multi-instrumentalist with Three Cane Whale, amongst many other projects.

Expect a set of niche tunes that inhabit a land somewhere between the worlds of jazz, folk and classical chamber music, with intricate arrangements and plenty of room for atmosphere and improvisation. “Jow have the ability to find the eccentricities of life’s littlest moments and expand them into calm, complex and truly uplifting music”

Roland George Harrad

Roland George Harrad is a singer/songwriter. He's about to release his first album 'Full Spiral', which was recorded over lockdown. He draws on inspiration from songwriters like Gillian Welch, Fionn Regan, and Loudon Wainright III. As a Bristolian, he is looking forward to finally playing a gig in his home city.

Doors at 7:30pm

Tickets £10 adv and £12 on the door. Concessions £7 (includes students, NHS workers and those not in employment)

Pear O’Legs Records are dead chuffed to be releasing Josh’s latest EP. It’s made up of tracks written in lockdown and showcases Josh’s ever growing talents as a finger picking guitarist and folk singer-songwriter. Leaning further into his indie side but not forgetting his folk roots, Josh is writing tracks that aren’t afraid to be pop bangers. Speaking of, he’ll be supported by the folk-pop, dad-rock banjo madness that is Jimmy Grayburn & The All Night Chemist.

Josh Geffin

“A fine new voice in an honourable British tradition of folk-based singer-songwriters” – RnR magazine

Josh Geffin is a highly acclaimed singer-songwriter from London whose virtuosic guitar playing and poetic songs create a spellbinding experience full of depth, humour and musical beauty.

His music has been described as “masterful” by Fresh On The Net and “a welcome and sensitive breath of fresh folk air” by folk singer Sam Lee. Josh’s last EP ‘Islands’, released by Culture Recordings, was referred to as a ‘beautiful EP of compelling folk-indie with real gravitas’ by Americana UK who gave it 8/10. 

A regular fixture on the London folk scene, Josh has toured the UK, Ireland and Canada and performed at the The Royal Albert Hall, South Bank Centre and on the Marc Riley Show (BBC 6 Music). He has opened for established acts such as Amiina and Ye Vagabonds and featured as a ‘Troubadour’ in a major art performance by Ragnar Kjartannson at the Barbican. 

Josh has collaborated with many great musicians, including Grammy-nominated producer Sonny Johns, singer-songwriter Victoria Hume and violinist Alice Zawadski, and his music has been placed widely on television. 

Josh's forthcoming EP 'Hold On To The Light' is supported by a Recording & Releasing Grant from Help Musicians and is due for release on July 1st 2022 on Pear O’Legs Records. The first single 'Best We Could' is out now.

“Remarkable depth and gravity” – Bright Young Folk  

Jimmy Grayburn & The All Night Chemist

‘Jimmy Grayburn plays a mean banjo’ - RnR magazine

Just a bit too earnest to be truly tongue and cheek, Jimmy’s music celebrates and mocks the mundane while stirring the soul.

Anything from cheesy pop songs about mobile phones, to moody trad folk exploring the modern-day fur industry, Jimmy’s music has storytelling at its heart.

After performing with The Medlars, Jimmy is now working with his new band Jimmy Grayburn & The All Night Chemist and will soon be showcasing his new take on “folk”.

Doors at 7:30pm
Tickets £10 adv and £12 on the door. Concessions £7 (includes students, NHS staff and those not in employment)

For COVID safety, please take a lateral flow test before attending the show and please don’t attend if you develop a fever, persistent cough or loss of or change in your sense of taste and smell. Refunds are available for anyone who is unable to attend due to COVID.
Please wear a facemask during the show.

Hear three acclaimed young singer-songwriters in a unique, intimate environment.

Amy May Ellis

Amy May Ellis grew up in the middle of the North York Moors, it was there in a small venue called the Band Room that she played her first shows, guesting for artists such as Michael Chapman, Alessi’s Ark, Hiss Golden Messenger, Tiny Ruins, Ryley Walker and Willy Mason.

Since 2018, Ellis has released a series of 4 EPs, each exploring an element; ‘Weathered by Waves’, ‘We got Fire’,‘Where my Garden Lies’, and ‘When in the Wind’ which have all received support from BBC 6 Music, BBC introducing, and Rough Trade. These have fuelled headline tours around the UK and Ireland and landed Ellis a spot at Brighton’s Great Escape festival.

‘Amy May Ellis’ ability to take you through an array of emotions whilst leaving you hooked on every single word is a talent that only a few hold with clear integrity. When in the wind is a gorgeous body of work from an artist who’s ethereal qualities leave you feeling acknowledged’ - Paige Sims, Lock Magazine

Laura Reznek

A self-professed observist and avid people-watcher, Reznek’s music takes up issues of humans and humanity - spinning the ‘why’ of people and what we do through insightful lyrics, swelling chords, and poignant melodies. Although her classical training is apparent in her technique and arrangements, Reznek’s interest in perception is her guide in her upcoming project - a collaborative effort using the ‘found sounds’ of life that the rest of us take for granted. Coaxing music out of pot-and-pan percussion, running water, and city traffic is a feat only the few can achieve - and Reznek has mastered it. Spinning stories of family, friends, and crowds, Reznek’s neptunian orchestration lays bare the human condition in a way all of us can understand through our own lived experiences.

Fritillaries

Fritillaries are a Bristol-based folk and Americana duo, playing original songs on guitar, mandolin and banjo. Playing together since childhood, Hannah and Gabriel share a unique intimacy and ability to draw audiences into their world. Their debut album - about places and people missed and found in isolation, and things found growing when we dig down into spaces the light doesn’t reach - will be released on 15th July 2022 on Pear O’Legs Records.

Fritillaries have had a busy few years, including extensive UK touring, with headline slots at The Green Note (London) and Kitchen Garden Cafe (Birmingham). They’ve also toured Australia and opened for Blue Rose Code, Madison Violet, Sam Brookes, and others. Recent singles have featured on BBC 6 Music and been played extensively on BBC Introducing.

RnR Magazine described one 2021 headline show as ‘a delight.’ ‘Unearthing’, the recently-released first single from their upcoming debut album, has already been voted a ‘Fresh Fave’ by Fresh On The Net and described as ‘brilliant’ by BBC Introducing.

‘an outstanding single [which] bodes so well for their forthcoming album.’ Folk Radio UK

Doors at 7:30pm

Tickets £10 adv and £12 on the door. Concessions £7 (includes students, NHS workers and those not in employment)

We’re returning to The Harrison for a very special show. Theo Mizú will be joining us from Brazil with his band showcasing their Brazilian-Gypsy fusion sound, it’s guarenteed to be a knees up time! As well as that, prepare to be soothed by the folk-jazz duo RYDE, bringing you incredible harmonies and superb song writing.

Theo Mizú

Brazilian multi instrumentalist, composer and producer, Theo Mizú started his musical career at the age of 19 in Thailand. Travelling around the world he toured his music for three years through Asia and Europe.

Back in Brazil he started to work on band arrangements for his compositions. and went on to win the Best Street Music group in São Paulo. He then toured with over 30 shows at festivals and venues in the UK in 2019.

Back in Asia, he performed in venues and festivals around Thailand and Malaysia before the pandemic.

RYDE

RYDE is the new musical collaboration between jazz singer Bronte Shande and folk musician Arran Glass. After meeting in Bristol during a turbulent time in both their lives, the collaboration that followed saw their individual styles of playing and singing blend beautifully to create a completely new sound. RYDE consequently lies somewhere between folk and jazz. Intriguing, vulnerable lyrics blend with raw and fragile harmonies over minimal and melancholic guitar.

Doors at 8pm
Tickets £10 adv and £12 on the door. Concessions £7

For COVID safety, please take a lateral flow test before attending the show and please don’t attend if you develop a fever, peristant cough or loss of or change in your sense of taste and smell. Refunds are available for anyone who is unable to attend due to COVID.
Please wear a facemask during the show.

POLR is back at To The Moon for more beautiful music. This month sees some extraordinary songwriting and performance from RYDE and T.E. Yates. Plus as always, it’ll be hosted by the wonderfully talented Fritillaries.

RYDE

RYDE is the new musical collaboration between jazz singer Bronte Shande and folk musician Arran Glass.

After meeting in Bristol during a turbulent time in both their lives, the collaboration that followed saw their individual styles of playing and singing blend beautifully to create a completely new sound. RYDE consequently lies somewhere between folk and jazz. Intriguing, vulnerable lyrics blend with raw and fragile harmonies over minimal and melancholic guitar.

Doors at 7pm

Tickets £10 adv and £12 on the door. Concessions £7 (includes students and those not in employment)

For COVID safety, please take a lateral flow test before attending the show and please don’t attend if you develop a fever, peristant cough or loss of or change in your sense of taste and smell. Refunds are available for anyone who is unable to attend due to COVID.
Please wear a facemask during the show.

After an amazing March event, Pear O'Legs Records are thrilled to be hosting three fantastic acts at To The Moon on 7th April.

We've really outdone ourselves this month, with a couple of sensational contemporary acoustic acts from around the UK, hosted by our very own Fritillaries.

David Grubb Quartet

Eclectic folk with a dark identity. David Grubb brings together an array of seemingly disparate musical elements to create a uniquely diverse sound, challenging the audience’s perception of genre. David has been described as "A musician who doesn´t play by anybody else´s rules" (RnR Mag), and his melodies “highly melodious, appealingly catchy, even hypnotic at times” (The Living Tradition).

"Nothing really prepares you for David Grubb's new album, Nano, either musically or psychologically." Folk Radio UK

Shayler and Brooke

Combining heartfelt and intelligent storytelling with close harmonies, finger-picked guitar and clawhammer banjo, Shayler & Brooke make contemporary folk music that draws on traditions from both sides of the Atlantic.

“Lovely music … properly steeped in those good folk traditions” – BBC Radio Solent

Doors at 7pm

Tickets £10 adv and £12 on the door. Concessions £7

For COVID safety, please take a lateral flow test before attending the show and please don’t attend if you develop a fever, peristant cough or loss of or change in your sense of taste and smell. Refunds are available for anyone who is unable to attend due to COVID.
Please wear a facemask during the show.

After over two years away, POLR are very happy to announce the beginning of a new monthly night at To The Moon in Old Market, Bristol. They’ll be an intimate atmosphere with some of the best local and national acts in contemporary and traditional music.

Fritillaries

Previously known as Rainy Day Woman, Fritillaries play sparse, unhurried music. They incorporate elements of the English folk tradition, Appalachian string band and Americana. Expect beautiful song writing and a performance showcasing their unique ability to draw you in to another world.

“Wow, such a tune. Proving Americana is alive and living in Bristol” - BBC Music Introducing in the South West

“a duo very much on the up and able to deliver as easily, live, as in the studio.” - Jeremy Searle, RnR Magazine

Hemzaczek Trapp

Soulful, upbeat tunes from east of the Berlin Wall, played on accordion and violin.