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Andy May
One time Bad Penny, and is one of the North East’s outstanding players of
the Northumberland pipes.
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Bob Fox
For over 30 years, Bob has been one of the most prominent and successful
folk singers originating from the North East. ‘Fox is one of the scene’s
superior singers’ Colin Irwin – Folk Roots
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Caliko
This young duo from Newcastle and Kent give a modern edge to folky acoustic
music with their own self penned songs. ‘Quirky innovative witty and
possessed of a rare and original charm’ Chester Folk Festival 2007
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Jez
Lowe
Leading musical ambassador for the North East. Songs recorded by luminaries
from Fairport Convention to the Dubliners. Nominated for the BBC Radio Folk
Awards 2008 Folk Singer Of The Year.
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jiva
Contemporary north east duo. Performing self-penned material and their own
arrangements of carefully selected other songs, jiva are carving out a
reputation for their gentle blend of acoustic guitars and vocal harmony.
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Mike Nicholson
‘Those who have heard Mike sing will not need me to tell them what a
delightful experience that is. When Mike sings a song it stays sung’ – Bob
Copper (The Copper Family)
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Old English
Old English are Alan Giles and Pete Cryer. They sing mainly English
Traditional songs with guitar or whistle or unaccompanied. Based in
Newcastle and Morpeth they are residents at the Chillingham Folk Club.
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Simon Haworth
One time bass player with Jez Lowe and the Bad Pennies. Simon is a singer,
guitarist and songwriter par excellence.
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Steve Turner
An outstanding singer and concertina player, Steve worked as a professional
on the folk scene from 1979 – 91, during which time he recorded four albums
for Fellside records. He has now returned to the scene with a new fifth
album recorded at John Tams' studios. ‘A
shining example of the music the British folk scene is capable of producing’
– Folk Roots
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Vin Garbutt
What can you say! A legend! ‘The most sought after act on the scene today.
“House Full” signs are the norm’ – Music World
