Band Biogs
Please find below some information on the superb acts you will find at Exile in 2026
FRASER MORGAN
A rapidly rising upbeat Folk-Punk singer-songwriter who writes about mental health and getting better who has recently played his 1,000th show!
THE LOST TRADES
The Lost Trades are a Folk/ Americana Trio based in the West Country with a cool Laurel Canyon vibe. With a sound that is reminiscent of the California folk scene of the late 60s/early 70s, their three-part harmonies have been described as "flawless", "spine tingling" and "magical.
FINNEGAN'S REVIVAL
Finnegan’s Revival are an Irish folk trio, performing traditional songs, ballads and foot stomping Jigs and Reels. Inspired by Planxty, The Dubliners and The Pogues they have taken their music across the UK and around the World since 2021, bringing the sound and spirit of Erin's Isle with them.
MALT WHISKERS
Malt Whiskers is a 4-piece folk band from Nottinghamshire consisting of Ray and Pam Thompson and Brad and June Braddow. They perform a variety of tunes and songs using an assortment of reed and stringed instruments, have a fabulously varied repertoire and play in folk clubs, sessions, festivals and for ceilidhs.
LOSCOE STATE OPERA
Formed 1996 at Loscoe Miners' Welfare, where they played their first gig, after 23 years Andy and Dave remain the two original members after their last gig (Stainsby, 2018) following Ben’s sad death. LSO don’t fit any category, having carved a path of their own, blending many influences.
BECKY FOORD
Becky is a Leicestershire based singer-songwriter who originally hails from North Yorkshire. Her collection of soft, assured folk and Americana songs share her love of the North York moors and coast, the people and places where she grew up and family life.
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TIM EDEY
Described as "World Class - and then some” Tim Edey's virtuosity on guitar and melodeon is matched only by his live performances and engaging personality - making him a go to musician for Celtic superstars - touring the world with the likes of The Chieftains, Dubliners, Sharon Shannon among others.
OLI MATTHEWS
Oli Matthews is a UK Folk-Funk instrumentalist and tunesmith, writing gripping melodies, punchy brass sections and funky bass lines, delivered as a 6-piece band with an energetic vibe. He writes his music, crafting together his folk roots heritage, with his passion for jazz funk brass riffs and adventurous bass lines
IAN F BALL
Oldham based singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ian has been playing the folk circuit, on and off, for the last 50 years. His debut, solo album, ‘Better Late Than Never’ was released to critical acclaim in August 2024.
JAKE IN THE BOX
For many years, Paul and Ron delivered the work of Jake Thackray to much acclaim, at festivals and venues up and down the country. They have now added the delights from the idiosyncratic catalogue of the Bonzo Dog Do-Dah Band to their set-list, continuing the mayhem and mirth
HATTIE HATSTAR
Hattie Hatstar has been writing comedy songs on the accordion since 1998. An engaging performer, and excellent songwriter, with a song for every aspect of the human condition. Expect: murder ballads, drinking songs, songs about underwear, boyfriends, smoking, drugs, sex, ageing disgracefully and Armageddon, delivered with disarming honesty and wit.
The JAMES WARNER PROPHECIES
JWP are a 3 piece band who play music with rocks in.
They've done lots of cool stuff, most of which they cannot remember! but this includes winning UK rock music awards, writing and performing compositions with orchestra's on the steps of Wayne manner, and they have vomited into bins mid solo.
They have entertained crowds of thousands with arse trembling live performances, and also Dave and his dog down your local while he nurses a pint of mild, increasingly irritated by their sonic intrusion.
SHERBURN, BARTLEY & SANDERS
Chris (concertina) and Denny (vocals & guitar) have captivated audiences worldwide with their distinctive blend of traditional and contemporary folk. Now joined by Emily (fiddle & vocals), their rich harmonies, lively tunes, and quick-witted banter promise warmth, laughter, exceptional musicianship and they ensure no two concerts are ever the same!
STICKY BONES JONES
Sticky Bones Jones brings a whirlwind of big energy Bluegrass, Americana & Folk from the Derbyshire Dales! Flatpicking finesse and a voice to match, you'll get some old classics and some self penned gems.
FINE LINES
A classy, infectious, twin-vocal 6-piece, blending Folk, Country and Americana. Through 3 albums, they have been building audiences, supporting A-lister Keifer Sutherland and legends The Long Ryders. Combining pan-Atlantic influences, Fleetwood Mac’s vocal blend, shades of Dylan & The Band, Springsteen’s occasional muscularity, Gram Parsons’ Country-Rock, sprinkled with British indie-pop.
PEASHOOTER
You’d have thought that after performing together in various bands for the best part of 40 years, Paul, Justin and John would be utterly sick of the sight of each other! The way Paul stirs his tea, Justin's fanatical punctuality and John banging on about how often he gets a lie-in now he’s retired, has been the cause of much name calling over the last 10+ years, but the fact that Peashooter is the longest lasting of all their previous musical outfits may say more about the 60 or so other band members who have fallen by the wayside. They sing, strum guitars and hit drums to accompany musical classics of the past!
DARLEY DALE BAND
Darley Dale Band, formed in 1880, is your local community brass band with members from around Derbyshire, growing its reputation as a friendly group providing quality varied entertainment including formal & ensemble concerts, fetes, festivals, charity support, Oktoberfest, and busy Christmas events. The Band supports the Darley Dale Twinning Association having visited Onzain several times.
GEORGE NASH
Meet the sensational George Nash, a dynamo of fingerstyle guitar wizardry, hailing from Nottingham! This musical prodigy is turning heads with his mind-blowing percussive guitar techniques, seamlessly traversing through an eclectic mix of genres and styles that guarantee to sweep you off your feet.
SOMMERVALS
Sommervals Play English and European tunes to dance or just relax to . Our experienced and talented musicians have performed at many festivals and folk clubs and comprise melodeons, fiddle ,whistles bass and percussion.
DONOVYLAN
On guitar, harmonica and vocals Donovylan is a Dylanesque solo covers act. Playing songs from the Donovan and Dylan songbook but also further afield such as Neil Young, Van Morrison, James Taylor, John Martyn and Paul Simon. Think authentically delivered classic singer songwriters in a wonderful hat.