Wed 5th December 2018 8:00pm

The Willows

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The Willows are a folk band from Cambridge, UK. Fronted by the breathtaking vocals of Jade Rhiannon, supported by rich vocal harmonies and dynamic acoustic musicianship the band take influence from folk traditions on both sides of the Atlantic. Their first album 'Beneath Our Humble Soil' was nominated for Best Debut in the Spiral Earth Awards 2014, and has been championed by the likes of Bob Harris and Mike Harding.

"...Absolutely gorgeous sound, a lovely album..." Bob Harris (BBC Radio 2)

"Beautiful... I have a lot of love for this band!" (Kerry Devine BBC Introducing)

The much anticipated follow-up Amidst Fiery Skies, co-produced with Sean Lakeman was released to critical acclaim, with The Telegraph hailing it "a triumph" in a 5-star review and a place in their folk albums of 2014.

2017 brings the 2nd ever change to The Willows line-up with Jon Parker (formerly of Nizlopi) joining on double-bass. Katriona Gilmore (Gilmore & Roberts, Albion Band, Winter Union) has joined the band as well on fiddle. mandolin and vocals. 2018 sees the release of their highly anticipated third album and a UK tour.

"***** - Amidst Fiery Skies is outstanding!" (The Telegraph)

"Already selected for the ‘next big thing’ from the burgeoning herds of young English folkies , their 2nd album is beautifully rendered" (Acoustic Magazine)