2026 ARTIST LINE-UP

Åkervinda (SWE)Jazz singers at heart, the four members of vocal quartet Åkervinda share a deep love of folk music and give new life to Scandinavian folk tunes through their original and modern interpretations. The group's second album 'Forgänglighet' was nominated for...

Asmaâ Hamzaoui & Bnat Timbouktou (MAR) Asmaâ Hamzaoui stands at the forefront of a new generation transforming Morocco’s rich Gnawa tradition. As the country’s leading female maalma (spiritual master), she and her all-women ensemble Bnat Timbouktou are breaking...

Basset (CAN) Toronto-based folk duo, Basset, are full of timeless heart, with deeply human lyrics and stunning duo harmonies reminiscent of the early folk revival. Yasmine Shelton has one of those instantly recognizable voices that can dive and soar all in a single...

Beoga (IRE)With an adventurous spirit and a passion for charting the road less travelled, Beoga have shown that Irish traditional music can take fresh new directions. That world-facing potential was proven by the popularity of their collaborations ‘Galway Girl’ and...

Blair Dunlop (ENG)Blair Dunlop, award-winning British singer-songwriter and guitarist, has now released 5 albums, 1 live album, 2 ep’s and toured around the globe. All of this in a relatively short career is astounding alone but what sets Blair apart from his peers is...

Bonnie Jackson With an uncanny ability to craft visual lyrics and stir intense emotions, Bonnie Jackson writes mature and heartfelt songs. Her instinct for honesty and her captivating vocal delivery create earworms that tighten around your chest and won’t let go....

Caisha SproutCaisha's debut single ‘Self Love’ (2020) paved the way for her nine-track release ‘When I Get Older’ and follow-up single ‘Shake!’, which held a spot on the AMRAP Top 10 for three weeks and received airplay on Triple J, Double J, Unearthed, and community...

The Cartridge FamilyThe Cartridge Family are Australia's favourite country comedy act, inspired by the greats of the past: The Sensitive New Age Cowpersons, Homer and Jethro, June Carter and Kevin Bloody Wilson. Featuring the sublime harmonies of Suzannah Espie, Sarah...

Chloe Foy (ENG)With her strikingly beautiful voice and emotionally direct songwriting, Chloe Foy has a gift for finding magic in the spaces between light and dark. Growing up in the stillness of the English countryside, music became her way of expressing the nuance of...

Crest of CrowsCrest of Crows isn’t just a band; it’s a living legacy. Rising from the bloodline of the legendary Pigram Brothers, this family collective continues the saltwater sound their fathers shared with the world. At its heart are Bart and Naomi Pigram, children...

Dallahan (SCO)Forged in Scotland and Ireland's traditional music scene but drawing on the music of the Balkans and North America, Dallahan take their listeners on a journey. Traversing styles and countries of the world in a dazzling live show, they create their own...

Dan Webster and Emily Lawler (ENG)Dan Webster and Emily Lawler hail from York, UK, and in March 2025 will once again be bringing to Eastern Australia their unique blend of English folk music fused with Americana (‘Anglicana’, it has been called!). After their first...

Darren HanlonThe Darren Hanlon universe can be summed up in two words: human connection. He has built a self-sustaining career via his catalogue of songs alone and exhaustive traveling to sing them. His shows are built around his narrative songwriting and...

El Pony Pisador (CAT/ESP)El Pony Pisador is a lively and unique band from Barcelona, known for an eclectic blend of musical styles and humorous, adventurous spirit. Their mix of folk sounds from all over the world results in a fun and energetic sound that’s...

Elephant Sessions (SCO)Elephant Sessions return to Australia with a brand new album! Hailing from the Highlands of Scotland the band formed in 2012. They are comprised of Euan Smillie (fiddle), Alasdair Taylor (mandolin), Calum MacQuarrie (bass) and Greg Barry (drums,...

Emma Donovan - Take Me To The RiverJoin one of Australia’s most powerful voices on a journey through the heart of soul, gospel, and rhythm and blues In ‘Take Me To The River’, Emma Donovan reimagines timeless songs made famous by legends like Sam Cooke, Al Green,...

Fantastic Negrito (USA) 3 x GRAMMY Award-winner Fantastic Negrito released his highly anticipated album, ‘Son of a Broken Man’, on October 18, 2024. The album sees Fantastic Negrito encapsulating his inimitable style, from hard-hitting guitar riffs to expressive...

Feelds Feelds is the project of Naarm-based songwriter and producer, James Seymour, who has an aptitude for creating intricate, multi-faceted worlds from the simplest of ideas. After amassing over 3 million streams with his debut EP, ‘Hunch’, Feelds quickly turned his...

Felicity Urquhart & Josh CunninghamSince forging a partnership in music and life in 2020, Felicity Urquhart & Josh Cunningham have become a powerhouse duo in the Australian folk and country music scene. Drawing on decades of their own music successes (Josh as...

The GatheringFronted by award-winning Irish musician Mick McHugh, The Gathering is a powerhouse of contemporary Irish-Australian musicianship. Known for putting their own unique stamp on Celtic music, the band delivers high-energy, kick-arse performances that bring...

GKGK (aka Grace Kenny aka Greatness Known) is a spoken word poet, hip hop artist and performer from south-west Victoria. Sharing her stories through song from before she could talk, GK finds inspiration in emotion. Confident, powerful & articulate - her relevant...

Bonnie JacksonSeventeen-year-old Grace Watt is a local singer-songwriter who’s always loved music. Growing up surrounded by the sound of waves, the laughter of family, and her family farm, music has always been more than a passion- it’s been a way of capturing...

Gráinne Hunt (IRE)A queer, nu-folk, singer-songwriter with a voice like complex coffee, Gráinne Hunt is a standout among Ireland’s most compelling vocalists and songwriters - blending quiet emotion with a raw, commanding power. "The Irish Joni." Michael Londra Her two...

Hannah Cohen (USA)Since her move to the Catskills in 2018, Hannah Cohen hikes with her rescue dog Jan every day. In the woods, they witness the colour of change, the verdant resilience of softness and the necessary cycles of demise and vitality. It’s been five years...

Harriet WraithIn the heart of Naarm’s indie rock scene, Harriet Wraith’s unique, and ever-changing style of jazz-infused, soul, and folk rock adds a distinct touch to the world of music around her. Drawing inspiration from the likes of Fleetwood Mac, Nai Palm and...

Inn Echo (CAN)After six years touring across three continents and earning nominations from the JUNOs, ECMAs, and CFMAs, Inn Echo has firmly established themselves as a dynamic force in modern trad music. Based in Prince Edward Island, the trio—Karson McKeown (Ottawa,...

Iron & Wine (USA)Iron & Wine is the musical project of singer-songwriter Sam Beam. Born and raised in South Carolina, Beam is a former film professor who got his start making home recordings before landing on Sub Pop Records. Iron & Wine’s 2002 debut, The...

Isla DixonIsla Dixon is a 16-year-old singer-songwriter from Warrnambool whose honest, heartfelt music is quickly making waves in her local scene. Influenced by artists like Olivia Rodrigo and Gracie Abrams, Isla channels her feelings and experiences into soulful...

Jasmin AdriaGrowing up on the Surf Coast of Australia, Jasmin Adria found her deep connection to music through artists such as Joni Mitchell, Courtney Barnett, Janis Joplin and Angie McMahon. Focusing on a documentary approach to her song writing, Adria sees her music...

Jeffrey Martin (USA)On a small corner lot in southeast Portland, Oregon, Jeffrey Martin spent a winter in an eight-by-ten backyard shack recording his quietly potent new album ‘Thank God We Left The Garden’. What began as rough demos became the record itself—spare,...

Jim Lauderdale (USA)Jim Lauderdale is a 2-time Grammy Award winning icon of American roots music. His list of accolades includes induction into the Nashville Songwriter Hall of Fame, the Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame, the Americana Music Association’s Wagonmaster...

Kankawa NagarraKankawa Nagarra is a Walmatjarri Elder, teacher and mentor, human rights advocate, and a passionate environmental activist. She was born in the traditional lands of the Gooniyandi and Walmatjarri peoples of northwestern Australia. Kankawa spent her...

Kasey ChambersKasey Chambers is an Australian country music artist whose distinctive voice, heart-felt lyrics and world-class performances have earned her the rightful position of one of the most popular and acclaimed artists of her generation at home, whilst winning...

Kris MizziWith a voice that is both strong and tender, Melbourne singer-songwriter Kris Mizzi has earned his place among Australia's most captivating folk artists. A masterful storyteller, Mizzi crafts songs that linger long after the final note, weaving beauty, truth...

LLOYD SPIEGEL TRIO14-time Australian Blues Award winner Lloyd Spiegel has dedicated his life to creating a signature style that honours the traditions of the music he loves, while creating a link in the chain of its evolution. The current show with drummer Tim Burnham...

The Lost ClogAward winning The Lost Clog are a ten-piece folk ensemble made up of the offspring of World War II refugees. Since 2010, their UNESCO- listed polyphonic harmonies have featured on TV, in festivals, in feature films, in concerts around Australia and three...

Lucy JoyLucy Joy is an indie-folk artist, who makes music to move people.   With ethereal vocals and a delightful nostalgia that is woven through each of her songs, Lucy Joy strives to deliver performances that are gently bewitching. From heartbreak to family...

Maeve GrieveMaeve Grieve is a Melbourne-based singer, songwriter, and guitarist blending jazz, folk, and alternative rock into a fearless, genre-defying sound. Originally from Tasmania, she crafts music that combines intricate guitar work with evocative,...

Mathilde AnneWhen artist Mathilde Anne tells her story, you know she’s speaking for you too. Whether in haunting beauty, or lyrically shooting from the hip, Mathilde speaks her mind. The alt-pop artist has a way of making the deeply personal feel universally resonant....

Mary Coughlan (IRE)Mary Coughlan is often described as the greatest female vocalist that Ireland has ever produced, standing alongside some of the world’s most iconic jazz singers. She is unique in blending whisky-blurred, smoke-seared, husky notes with the laconic...

Mia Kelly (CAN)"A luscious voice that burns into fiery blues." - CBC Radio One Through the lush folk and earthy Americana of her sophomore record, “To Be Clear,” singer-songwriter Mia Kelly, from Gatineau, Quebec, Canada, establishes herself as a spellbinding voice....

Mountain Grass Unit (USA)Mountain Grass Unit, from Birmingham, Alabama, is a young quartet redefining bluegrass with a fresh narrative. Comprised of Drury Anderson (mandolin, vocals), Luke Black (guitar, vocals), Josiah Nelson (fiddle, vocals), and Sam Wilson (bass,...

Nico Paulo (PRT/CAN)Nico Paulo is a Portuguese-Canadian musician and visual artist. Her critically-acclaimed, self-titled debut (April 2023) introduced listeners to her melodically dynamic, open-hearted songwriting as she explored the interconnected nature of...

Northern Resonance (SWE)Swedish Grammy Nominated trio Northern Resonance is the Scandinavian string trio that pushes the boundaries of Nordic folk music, and brings it into a new soundscape. With their previously untested combination of instruments; viola d’amore,...

The Ocelots (IRE)The Ocelots are twin brothers Ashley & Brandon Watson from Wexford, Ireland. Formerly a school band, The Ocelots learned their craft by playing blues standards and indie-rock songs during lunchtime. They finished school and began backpacking and...

Pierce BrothersMelbourne folk rockers Jack and Pat Pierce, better known as Pierce Brothers, have been carving out their own path in the indie-folk scene for years. What started as busking sessions on the streets of Melbourne has grown into an international career,...

Radical SonRadical Son - the powerful voice of David Leha - returns after a five-year hiatus with ‘Bilambiyal’ (‘The Learning’), a soul-stirring new album that cements his place as one of Australia’s most commanding and emotionally resonant artists. With roots in the...

Rainbow Girls (USA)Rainbow Girls albums have garnered a cult following after blowing up on social media. Known for their haunting harmonies, powerful songwriting, and unfiltered yet poised stage presence, their live show is an unforgettable, one-of-a-kind experience...

Robbie Cavanagh (ENG)Hailing from Manchester, UK, Robbie Cavanagh is a rising star in the international folk/roots scene, bringing grit, heart and a fresh edge to classic songwriting. Winner of the prestigious ‘Whispering Bob Harris Emerging Artist Award’ at the...

Rupert BullardRupert Bullard is an 18-year-old independent folk singer and songwriter from Lutruwita/Tasmania, whose self-produced debut, ‘Mountains, Rivers' EP, released in late 2024, has led him to perform at major festivals and sold-out headline shows around the...

Sam Curtis CollectiveThe Sam Curtis Collective is the freshest new roots/rock band from Naarm/Melbourne.  Since starting the project in June of 2024, the trio, led by frontman and guitarist Sam Curtis and joined by Micheal Haynes (Drums) and Noi Harte (Bass), have...

The Southern Ocean Sea BandPort Fairy’s own Southern Ocean Sea Band has been taking audiences on immersive journeys through local history and legend for the past eight years. The band was born from the late Danny Spooner’s beloved Shanties at the Wharf sessions and...

Steve Poltz (CAN)World renowned troubadour Steve Poltz returns to Australian shores for the 23rd time. Some people start life with a plan. Not Steve. He opens himself up to the universe in a way most of us will never be loose enough to achieve, and the universe...

Svavar Knútur (ICE)Svavar Knútur, Icelandic song-poet and raconteur, is a master storyteller and self professed public health troubadour whose hauntingly beautiful folk-infused songs explore grief, hope and redemption. Drawing inspiration from Nick Drake, Leonard...

While & Matthews (ENG)While & Matthews are a dynamic force in British folk, known for their soaring harmonies, powerful songwriting, and unmistakable on-stage chemistry. With nearly 30 years of touring in Australia and multiple BBC Folk Award nominations,...

Willie Watson (USA)Soon before turning 18, Willie Watson met God—or at least a man named Ruby Love—in an apple orchard. Ruby carried a big Martin guitar and a bigger knowledge of American folk songs. That night, singing ‘Worried Man Blues’ and ‘Tennessee Waltz,’...

Windborne (USA)Hailed as “the most exciting vocal group in a generation!” by Songlines, Windborne’s captivating show draws on the singers’ deep roots in traditions of vocal harmony, while the absolute uniqueness of their artistic approach brings old songs into the...