Next up we have one of the original Roots and dancehall DJs of York making his return. REDDREAD is the founder of one of the first roots and dub events in the city: Lion Paw; inspiring a scene of selectors, skankers and bass heads that continues to this day. Now living in Barcelona it is rare to see him in the shires so this will be a very special treat for all of us!

The remarkable intimate solo performances Martin gives go from strength to strength – every gig is a masterclass. He travels the length and breadth of the UK and beyond, giving rapt audiences passion, sorrow, love, beauty, tragedy and majesty through his playing.

HOUSE Of ALL appeared unexpectedly, but not without a stellar legacy. Five former members of The Fall gathered, led by original guitarist and force behind Blue Orchids, Martin Bramah, along with Paul and Steve Hanley, Simon Wolstencroft and Pete Greenway to record a left-field hit earlier this year, followed by a Marc Riley session, a six-date tour (with Phil Lewis filling in for Pete temporarily), and a second LP already recorded.

It’s summer! So we’re having our traditional residents party featuring all the crew – playing everything from roots, reggae and dub to dancehall, steppas and jungle on our heavy custom rig!

Guest MC Sherlock Art ‘pon de mic all night.

Room 2 (free entry) will be hosted by Mo Adair’s Memorial fundraiser.

2023 Polaris Prize nominated Canadian country-garage outfit finally return to York suits on and ready to rock!

Th Escape Club returns to The Crescent to help kick the summer holidays off in style!

ACR cordially invited you to celebrate 45 years of music, a hand-picked run of shows in limited capacity venues. 2 sets in chronological order – no support.

York’s top brass come together for an evening of big, bangin’, brassy tunes at The Crescent.

They’re a breath of fresh air peddling engaging, bright and breezy transatlantic folk and making it seem as easy as breathing. All under 30, The Magpies are one of the most exciting acts on the roots scene, combining first class musicianship with sublime harmonies and increasingly impressive song and tune writing.