Yorkshire’s Chris Brain has carved his place firmly into the contemporary folk scene following his highly-regarded first two albums, Bound to Rise (2022) and Steady Away (2023).
Garnering acclaim from the likes of Cerys Matthews (BBC 6 Music) and Mark Radcliffe (BBC Radio 2), he has since shared the stage with iconic acts like Robert Plant, Jacqui McShee and Martin Simpson. ‘Golden Days’, the first single from Steady Away is now prominently featured in the A24 film ‘We Live In Time’, starring Oscar-nominated actors Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield.
30 bands have gave their all, playing their hearts in three stellar heats and a stacked semi final. Four remain. Only one can be crowned winner. For the first time at the Crescent, UoY BandSoc Presents: Battle of the Bands – the Final. Be sure to get your tickets soon so you don’t miss out – this one’s guaranteed to be one for the ages.
Portland, Oregon-based singer-songwriter Laura Veirs has produced 14 albums over 25 years, toured internationally, and collaborated with numerous luminaries. Her music blends the poetic sensibilities of contemporary folk with the rough edges of indie rock and will be joining us on her 22nd year of touring the UK.
The ultimate party starters The Lancashire Hotpots are back with a bang to give you more madcap musical mayhem. For more years than they care to remember the Hotpots have built up a solid reputation as the go to band for the biggest night out.
Millie Manders and The Shutup are known for their ferocious and joyous live shows, having graced stages at such notable festivals as Slam Dunk, Bearded Theory, North West Calling, Kendal Calling, Rebellion and Boomtown, and have previously toured with the likes of Less Than Jake and Ferocious Dog.
Prepare to travel through time as we spin the decks across the decades to the present day for a choral clash of the classics and a battle of the ballads with hits from Beyonce, Radiohead, Chappel Roan and more.
Gently far-out, otherworldly, kosmische, dreamy psychedelic-pop from one of the country’s finest.
Top support too in MEMORIALS, aka Verity Susman (Electrelane) & Matthew Simms (Wire).
Critically acclaimed comedian Jamali Maddix is back on the road with a brand new tour show. His last tours have sold-out shows across the globe, playing the UK, Europe, Asia, Australia, and North America.
Renowned for an action-packed pyrotechnic-fuelled explosion of a show, LIMEHOUSE LIZZY continue to keep the spirit of Celtic rock icon Phil Lynott and Thin Lizzy alive.
Dates have been announced for York Blues Festival 2025! Previous years have sold out, book the date out of your diaries and grab a very limited early bird ticket!
