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Filtering by: “folk-rock”
JJ Gilmour
May
24

JJ Gilmour

Internationally acclaimed Scottish singer-songwriter JJ Gilmour made his recording debut in 1989 with The Silencers, one of Scotland’s most loved bands who enjoyed great success throughout Europe and America.

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Gryphon
Jun
21

Gryphon

Following the release of their new live album Gryphon Live – A Sonic Tonic, Gryphon are back on the road with their unique blend of progressive rock, folk, classical and early music.

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Fairport Convention
Oct
16

Fairport Convention

Fairport Convention have been entertaining music lovers for over half a century, with 2025 being their 58th anniversary! During that time the band that launched British folk-rock has seen many changes, but one thing has remained the same - Fairport’s passion for performance.

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Peat and Diesel
Oct
17

Peat and Diesel

Peat & Diesel - Light my Byre takes you on a journey to the heart of the Western Isles, where #peatlemania was born. You might have time for a brandy in the ‘Airidh’ but don’t miss your ride in Calum Dan’s Transit Van, we ain’t stopping till we lose the water!

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Project Smok
Oct
19

Project Smok

Project Smok is the neo-trad trio of Ali Levack, Ewan Baird and Pablo Lafuente, whose nonconformist and progressive Scottish traditional music has set them apart since their formation in 2017.

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Lindisfarne
Nov
29

Lindisfarne

We are delighted to welcome the legendary 70’s folk-rock pioneers LINDISFARNE, with a classic five-piece line-up of long-time members fronted by founder-member Rod Clements on vocals, mandolin, fiddle and slide guitar.

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Lindisfarne
Nov
30

Lindisfarne

We are delighted to welcome the legendary 70’s folk-rock pioneers LINDISFARNE, with a classic five-piece line-up of long-time members fronted by founder-member Rod Clements on vocals, mandolin, fiddle and slide guitar.

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Peatbog Faeries
Mar
23

Peatbog Faeries

Hailing from the Isle of Skye, the legendary Scottish trailblazers have created a glorious mixture of traditional sounds and dance-floor grooves that have been embraced worldwide.

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The Privateers
Mar
21

The Privateers

Get swept away by the enthralling sounds of "The Privateers" a folk-rock sensation inspired by the old traditional. Their mesmerising shows weave tales of love, loss and longing through their lush harmonies and skilled instrumentation.

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Lucy Spraggan
Mar
20

Lucy Spraggan

Singer-songwriter Lucy Spraggan has announced an intimate acoustic tour in venues around the UK in March and April 2025.Her unique blend of folk, indie-pop and acoustic sounds paired with powerful and emotive lyrics have captivated audiences worldwide.

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The 4 of Us and Smith and Brewer
Mar
13

The 4 of Us and Smith and Brewer

2 Duos, 2 new albums, 1 evening of outstanding entertainment. Having both been asked to support Fairport Convention on tour in recent years and on the back of that landing further work supporting Robert Plant’s ‘Saving Grace’ and Jools Holland, 10cc, and Ralph McTell, The 4 of Us and Smith & Brewer continue to captivate audiences with their crafted song writing and honed musicianship.

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Mad Dog Mcrea
Feb
28

Mad Dog Mcrea

Mad Dog Mcrea blend a unique mixture of folk rock, pop, gypsy jazz, bluegrass and ‘shake your ass’ music. From self-penned songs of adventure, drinking, love and life, to traditional songs of gypsies, fairies, legless pirates and black flies – Mad Dog never fail to capture their audience with their infectious songs.

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Hadrian’s Union
Feb
9

Hadrian’s Union

Hadrian’s Union are a contemporary four piece Indie Alt folk - Rock band based in the borderlands between England and Scotland. Hadrian’s Union was founded in 2007 by lead singer and songwriter Stew Simpson.

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Gary Stewart’s Graceland
Nov
24

Gary Stewart’s Graceland

Led by the legendary Leeds-based troubadour Gary Stewart (Gary Stewart Band / Hope and Social) and backed his incredible 6-piece band, this spectacular group of musicians come together to recreate Paul Simon’s landmark Graceland album in all its glory.

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Talisk
Nov
17

Talisk

With over 15 million streams and sold out shows across five continents, Talisk have amassed a global following whilst redefining the folk genre. There’s captivating a crowd, then there’s Talisk.

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Lindisfarne
Nov
1

Lindisfarne

We are delighted to welcome the legendary 70’s folk-rock pioneers LINDISFARNE, with a classic five-piece line-up of long-time members fronted by founder-member Rod Clements on vocals, mandolin, fiddle and slide guitar.

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Lindisfarne
Oct
31

Lindisfarne

We are delighted to welcome the legendary 70’s folk-rock pioneers LINDISFARNE, with a classic five-piece line-up of long-time members fronted by founder-member Rod Clements on vocals, mandolin, fiddle and slide guitar.

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Fairport Convention
Oct
16

Fairport Convention

Fairport Convention have been entertaining music lovers for over half a century, with 2024 being their 57th anniversary! During that time the band that launched British folk-rock has seen many changes, but one thing has remained the same - Fairport’s passion for performance.

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The Men They Couldn’t Hang
Sept
20

The Men They Couldn’t Hang

Founded in 1984, TMTCH’s uproarious and engaging style, coupled with keenly contemporary songs, gained a passionate national following, leading to a 40 year career filled with much loved music, a dedicated fan community and high octane performances.

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Tide Lines
Aug
25

Tide Lines

The four members of Tide Lines, formed in folk and forged in rock, have an innate understanding for the elevational power of music.

Tide Lines, get ready. Everyone’s about to join in.

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The Celtic Social Club
Aug
11

The Celtic Social Club

With four studio albums and three live albums on the counter; travelling across stages, festivals, and continents, the seven Franco-Irish musicians continue to refine their elegant and daring re-reading of the Celtic music tradition, shaken with great blows of rock energy, pop melody and folk magic...

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Skipinnish
Aug
4

Skipinnish

With hit after hit of self penned songs and a strong mix of powerful bagpipe, fiddle and accordion led tune sets, Skipinnish encompass the very best of contemporary Celtic Music.

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Peatbog Faeries
Jul
14

Peatbog Faeries

Hailing from the Isle of Skye, the legendary Scottish trailblazers have created a glorious mixture of traditional sounds and dance-floor grooves that have been embraced worldwide.

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Skerryvore
May
23

Skerryvore

SOLD OUT What are Skerryvore? They’re like no one else. Epic of melody, intimate of feeling and plugged into the roots of Scotland but blasting out to the world. 

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Mad Dog Mcrea
Apr
27

Mad Dog Mcrea

Mad Dog Mcrea blend a unique mixture of folk rock, pop, gypsy jazz, bluegrass and ‘shake your ass’ music. From self-penned songs of adventure, drinking, love and life, to traditional songs of gypsies, fairies, legless pirates and black flies – Mad Dog never fail to capture their audience with their infectious songs.

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Oysterband
Apr
21

Oysterband

SOLD OUT Four decades of Oysterband songs over two evenings: from their early acoustic roots, through the roaring 90s, onwards to a new century … and songs for the future.

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Oysterband
Apr
20

Oysterband

SOLD OUT. our decades of Oysterband songs over two evenings: from their early acoustic roots, through the roaring 90s, onwards to a new century … and songs for the future.

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Trail West
Mar
28

Trail West

Trail West are a band leading the thriving scene of Gaels in the city of Glasgow. Having started out as a four-piece line-up with strong links to the Hebridean Isles of Tiree and South Uist, they have now added to their line-up with Jonathan Gillespie from Glasgow on keyboard and vocals along with Allan J Nairn from Ardnamurchan on electric guitar.

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Fairport Convention
Oct
14

Fairport Convention

Fairport Convention have been entertaining music lovers for over half a century, with 2023 being their 56th anniversary! During that time the band that launched British folk-rock has seen many changes, but one thing has remained the same - Fairport’s passion for performance.

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Settle Down 2023
Jun
30
to 2 Jul

Settle Down 2023

After two sell-out shows at Settle Victoria Hall earlier this year, it’d be rude not to bring the mighty Ferocious Dog and friends back to the venue for a punk-powered, folk-fuelled frenzy in 2023!

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Skerryvore
May
21

Skerryvore

Skerryvore create a unique a feel good sound of folk rock.. with a mix of fiddle, accordions, pipes and whistles, alongside guitar and vocals, underpinned by driving bass, drums and keys.

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Please note, Victoria Hall has a busy timetable of private hires and events not listed here, and the listings on this page are not intended to be an indication of the hall’s availability for hires or programme bookings. If you’re interested in hiring Victoria Hall for a private event, please enquire through this page. If you would like to be considered for our programme of events, please get in touch with us here. Please be aware that we receive many more artist submissions than we can possibly fit into our programme, so we are unable to offer bookings to every enquiry we receive.