Martin Harley

Martin Harley

Hot Box, Chelmsford

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About the show

Martin Harley is celebrated as “One of the UK’s finest contemporary roots musicians” (Guitarist Magazine) and a “slide guitar master” (Roots Magazine). Blending Americana, Blues, and Folk, he’s captivated audiences worldwide for three decades, performing sold-out shows and appearing at festivals like Glastonbury and the Royal Albert Hall. Collaborating with icons like Jerry Douglas, his latest album, Morning Sun, showcases his finest songwriting, cementing his place as a pioneer in contemporary roots music.

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Martin Harley

Martin Harley appearing at this event

Martin Harley is a supremely talented acoustic roots and blues guitarist, singer and songwriter with a burgeoning global reputation.

Renowned for his prowess as a slide guitarist, Martin is almost unique in the UK in his playing lap slide. During year-round worldwide touring he’s absorbed a plethora of diverse influences, honing his craft into the classic songwriting style he possesses today.

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on Monday 12 October 2026