All London's live music

COME AND PARTY THROUGH YULETIDE WITH US. We've put together a sparkling lineup with some absolutely incredible musicians for you. Expect massive left-leaning folk vibes, wonky pop & some really nice people. Come get cosy with us.

Pavey Ark are cinematic indie-folk band from Yorkshire in the UK. Playing with full band and strings, they are set to play a rare intimate London show at Aces and Eights on Monday 8th December.

THOSE FOLK: Charismatic, authentic and thoroughly entertaining, Lawrence Menard (USA) and Clare Quinn (AUS) are the transpacific-troubadours known as ‘Those Folk.’

Emmi Maaria is a Finnish singer, violist, and composer based in London, blending contemporary alternative music with classical textures, folk influences, and subtle layers of electronic sound.

Mary Wilson on Vocals, Violin, and Mandolin
Sue Graves on Vocals, Guitar, and Ukulele are the core of Suntrap and have heaps of experience with the band and other line-ups

Join us for a very special show, as Leeds-based singer-songwriter Molly Rymer makes her London debut!

“A six-piece comprised of an acoustic guitarist, a double-bassist, a drummer, a cellist and a choir of two, […] the next big expansion on an already winning formula.” – Leeds Living

Simon Joyner is a world-renowned American singer-songwriter from Omaha, Nebraska who has released albums on independent labels since the early 90’s.

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After years of playing in bars in his native Australia, Hazlett’s unique brand of “Indie Ballroom Folk” only became crystallized after a chance encounter during a runaway trip to Sweden. It was there he found the fabled collaborator chemistry in close friend Freddy Alexander.

BOHEMIAN BETYARS – LIVE IN BRIXTON

Bohemian Betyars bring their high-energy mix of punk, folk, and Balkan sounds to Brixton. Since starting out busking in 2009, the Hungarian band has built a global following with their fast, fiery shows and infectious rhythms.

Dove Ellis marks the release of his debut album Blizzard, out 5 December, with an album launch show at ICA.

The world-famous traditional singing night.

No need to book - pay on the door. Performers £4, audience £5.

A collection of traditional folk songs about Christmas, winter, and optimism for the new year.

Janice and Jon’s new album and live show explores these themes through a collection of traditional folk songs about Christmas, winter, and optimism for the new year.

Shovel Dance Collective is a London-based nine-piece ensemble that reimagines British and Irish folk traditions through a contemporary lens.

Deep Night presents a lovely evening of folk music at Old Blue Last. Featuring Annna McLuckie, Tom Conrad Johnson, Marta and Rocco and Dominic Jones. With help from Annabelle Blott and Bobby McDevitt of Credo Puppet Co.

“Since they made their album debut back in 2010, Police Dog Hogan have been building a reputation as one of the country’s finest live bands and folk-country acts,” said Folk Radio in 2022. “Overground is their finest hour yet.”

Martin Kerr sings what you’re thinking. A folk troubadour for the post-truth age, his outspoken and poetic takes are connecting with millions of listeners around the world.

Music, when swift voices die, vibrates in the memory. Alternates every Tuesday.

Our weekly traditional Jamboree Celtic session! Come and enjoy the warmth and beauty of this special music with us. Musicians with a background in Irish trad are welcome to bring their instrument and join in.

Charlie Keen's Silver Birch: Solo trombone explorations tickling that spot you didn't even know was there

Jonathan Creek, The Band: The new expansion on Jonathan Creeks original one man show. Louder and slower.

Mumford & Sons are pleased to share details of a huge 19-date European arena tour this year, which concludes with a homecoming show at London’s The O2 on Wednesday 10 and Thursday 11 December 2025.

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Launching their sixth album “Basic Country Mustard”, Red River Dialect return for their first full band show in 4 years.

"A Midwinter’s Night is an absolutely perfect Christmas album with quiet moments mixed with joyful songs and tunes. You can go to mass and come home to party all without leaving the house."
- Folking.com

“Since they made their album debut back in 2010, Police Dog Hogan have been building a reputation as one of the country’s finest live bands and folk-country acts,” said Folk Radio in 2022. “Overground is their finest hour yet.”