All London's live music

Short Waves Presents:

-Frances Mistry:

Soft but sure, frances mistry is quietly carving a space for herself in the indie-folk world.

A spellbinding fusion of tango, klezmer and folk-inspired originals, Triptic’s three award-winning musicians deliver virtuosity brimming with heart and soul.

The Vagaband’s soulful, rustic approach to their music makes their extraordinary blend of Americana, toe-tapping folk-jazz and soulful rock a unique proposition in an age where music is often presented in a way that is too studied, too knowing and somewhat safe.

The folk music festival that made The Harrison famous is back where it belongs.

A cosy afternoon concert for little ones and grown-ups with live folk music and hands-on craft making. Mini Folk: live music, crafts and a little bit of wonder for little humans and their grown-ups.

Green Seagull are a London, UK-based baroque psych pop band, taking influence from the likes of The Left Banke, The Zombies, and The Association.

Bring It On Home is a project to celebrate and sample fingerstyle acoustic guitar on the roots music scene in Britain today.

It has spawned an album of exclusive recordings by nine musicians performing early 20th century songs, and a film about the musicians stories.

Join bassist, composer and songwriter Amelia Wilding for an evening of original music where contemporary jazz meets intimate storytelling and fearless improvisation.

London, get ready! Following the monumental success of last year’s historic UK tour, Samara Events UK is proud to announce the highly anticipated return of the "King of Melody," Zeeshan Rokhri.

We continue our weekly Sunday in the intimate space of The Gladstone Arms. Great to welcome The True Believers, Pegasuses and Jonny Simon to the venue. It's a pay what you want gig.

Watt's Happening: a curious new promotion in town

Creatively curating some of the most provocative talent around

This first london-based installment takes place on Sunday 20th September 2026 at the Sebright Arms, Hackney

Great musicians playing live folk music that will transport you to a world of enchanting melodies. Come on down for a jig.

Poetic folk songwriting with cinematic arrangements – an intimate live performance of voice, synth, guitar and immersive electronic textures

Ben has the relaxed stage presence of the true entertainer. He was born and raised in southern USA and his music reflects this. His guitar playing is an intoxicating mix of raw delta blues and the infectious bounce of Bill Broonzy.

Luke Daniels consistently strives to reimagine what folk music can be – from his debut composition, The Lost Music of the Gaels, to his recent solo songs album, Old Friends and Exhausted Enemies.

BRIARS are an alternative folk act that sound like nobody else in the Irish scene. Their sound ranges from fragile subtlety to raucous energy, visiting every stop along the way, always underlined with a signature twist.

Gary Stewart is a singer/songwriter from Perth in Scotland who cut his teeth performing on the Leeds music scene, before moving to York where he currently resides.

Join bassist, composer and songwriter Amelia Wilding for an evening of original music where contemporary jazz meets intimate storytelling and fearless improvisation.

Traditional folk music session with tunes and songs from Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Iceland.

Rebet Asker was a restaurant/music venue which saw all the great Greek musicians and from the 20th century through to today pass through it.

From the Producer and band of the hugely popular "Fire and Rain & American Pie", they now bring you a sequel. This time, featuring the UK Folk-pop chart-busters of the same era.

A free event: come along with an instrument or just come along with your ears for an evening of communal music making. Led by Owen Spafford

External Doughut is back ! Great lineup starting at 7. Spinmaster Plantpot, Fad Maggots, Silver Tears and The Phone Call ! Cosmic Madness !

Green Note and Black Cat Music Cat music are proud to invite you to the Basement to celebrate the release of Paul’s new single – ‘Palestine’

Paul’s single reflects his visit to Palestine and the ongoing struggles of the people there.

Rooted in Bromley, Helen and Jonnie first found each other through chance, then found something deeper in song.