DECEMBER 2026
MOBIUS LOOP
Wednesday 2nd December / 8pm / £15
The Right To Roam Tour
Rebel Folk Trio Mobius Loop are heading out on their most rambunctious tour yet! The Lancashire grassroots activist band are fast becoming one of the most viral polarising independent bands in the UK, drawing both praise and criticism for their want to rise above political, religious and cultural divisions by welcoming all people to dance and sing together for unity and peace.
Come and enjoy an energetic, riotous, foot stomping, roof raising performance of world music inspired peace anthems.
Photo courtesy of John Middleham.
Support Rebecca Hearne, “The Tyson Fury of traditional music… creepy folk for the traditional palate!”
THE REMI HARRIS HOT CLUB TRIO
Thursday 3rd December / 8pm / £18
Adding to his already hectic schedule with his massively successful Man Of The World and Blues Rock Roadshow tours, gigs that sell out well in advance, Remi returns to Greystones for a very rare Sheffield appearance with his Hot Club Trio.
Expect a show that’s as diverse as it is exciting as Remi brings his unique vision to the stage weaving together his broad, eclectic musical influences, the trio’s deep musical chemistry, technical brilliance and effortless interplay creating a performance that’s emotionally engaging and spontaneous. It’s unique, varied and dynamic, a totally unpredictable live experience and, given the trio’s stunning list of sell out shows at prestigious venues and events worldwide, it’s a show that shouldn’t be missed and the intimate atmosphere of the Backroom means the audience can get up close and personal with the artists to create a sense of connection and energy that’s often lacking in larger venues.
With his formidable technique, engaging stage presence and an ever growing fanbase, Remi continues to captivate audiences around the world and tonight’s show will be a celebration of musicianship, creativity and passion, a mesmerising performance inspired by legends such as Wes Montgomery, Jimi Hendrix, Django Rheinhardt, Peter Green, Led Zeppelin and Joe Pass.
“One of the greatest guitarists we have in this country. An absolutely extraordinary musician” Jamie Cullum, Radio 2
“…a spectacular player” Peter Frampton
“A phenomenal player” Martin Taylor
“…tremendously gifted” John Etheridge
“…an extraordinary guitar talent” Rock n Reel
“Astonishing” Digby Fairweather
“Remarkable” Total Guitar
GRAINNE HUNT
Friday 4th December / 8pm / £15
One of Irelands most enthralling vocalists and songwriters. A queer, nu folk artist she has a steadily growing International reputation as a compelling performer and a standout figure in Irish folk a reputation that’s landed her on stages alongside U2 and Glen Hansard and opening shows for Gladys Knight and Eagle-Eyed Cherry. Her emotional honesty and storytelling depth has gained her comparisons to Tracy Chapman and Natalie Merchant.
Tonight Grainne will be joined by San Diego based drummer and vocalist JULES STEWART creating a sound that’s rich in harmonies, heartfelt stories and magnetic onstage chemistry.
“The hardest working woman in Irish music” Glen Hansard
“An astounding voice that will melt your heart” Declan O’Rourke
“A dream booking. The kind of sound that just wraps around you and makes you feel good inside” Bear Music Festival, California
“The Irish Joni” Michael Londra
Pic courtesy of Ivi Rebova.
MAN THE LIFEBOATS
Sunday 6th December / 8pm / £16
The Impromptu Ceilidh Incident Tour.
The manic monsters of full throttle, raucous, up beat folk music. With straight up lyrics, pounding bass lines and lilting mandolin and fiddle, it’s perfect for those who like a drink with their tunes. Since forming in 2016 they’ve been ploughing their folked up furrow on the festival circuit winiing over audiences and drawing comparisons to Waterboys, Bellowhead, Levellers, Oysterband and folk punk heroes The Pogues.
“Think The Pogues in overdrive with the breath of Dropkick Murphy’s down their necks” Turn Up The Volume
“Superior stuff” Crack Magazine
“A stomping musical cocktail of alchemic proportions” Outline
“Sounds like The Men They Couldn’t Hang at their height meeting The Clash…it’s a belter” Folking.com
LOVENOTES, Merry Christmas!
Monday 7th December / 8pm / £15
A very welcome return to Greystones for this fabulous acapella singing group from Manchester and their hugely popular Christmas show. If you are new to the Lovenotes, you are in for a treat. Theirs is a lovely sound that captures Christmas in all its funny, moving, warm and musical ways. Mostly acapella, these five joyful singers take you through modern arrangements of jazzy seasonal classics, medieval spiritual moments, flat out comedy and moving inclusivity. Every song has a story. Audiences are in safe hands with the Lovenotes. Their music is intelligent, well-crafted and always entertaining. It’s obvious they have sung together for years and really love what they do. They have a way of drawing an audience to join in the moment, with a song or a candle or piece of comedy. It’s a way to rediscover that Christmas feeling.
“For me Christmas hasn’t started till the Lovenotes concert”
“Every year I think they can’t get any better-and then they do!”
MARTIN SIMPSON
Tuesday 8th December / 8pm / £24
One of England’s most revered folk performers, Martin Simpson is widely recognised as one of the finest acoustic and slide guitar players in the world. His interpretations of traditional songs are a masterclass in storytelling, delivered with an intensity and emotional depth that has captivated audiences for over 5 decades.
His new album, Some Kind Of Jubilee, was released to critical acclaim on September 25th. It represents a remarkable milestone coming 50 years after his debut album Golden Vanity and, in his own words, captures “my best work yet”.
Expect an intimate, eclectic and deeply moving performance, a legendary artist up close in the Backroom.
Tickets can also be bought from Record Collector, Broomhill.
JARROD DICKENSON
Wednesday 9th December / 8pm / £20
The Small Talk Tour
An acoustic show that is positively electrifying!
The Small Talk Tour features an unplugged duo set with Jarrod and Claire Dickenson performing stripped back acoustic versions of their songs in intimate venues across the UK.
They’ll be singing songs from each of Jarrod’s albums and EP’s and debuting a few new songs from his upcoming new record.
A very special evening you don’t want to miss!
JOHN REILLY
with Boy on a Dolphin at Christmas
Thursday 10th December / 8pm / £22
If you remember ‘Boy on a Dolphin’ concerts, you’ll know you can expect an incredible evening of totally original live music, based around John Reilly’s outstanding vocals and the amazing Spanish guitar grooves of Pete Hiley. If you haven’t seen them before – how do you describe BOY ON A DOLPHIN? Ok, that’s not easy, acoustic based – yes. African rhythms – yes. Melodic, er definitely. Warm, moving, intimate, personal, yes personal! They have an uncanny way of making you feel that a song is directed at you personally.
You could ask any of their 1000’s of fans who have filled Sheffield City Hall what they think, or you could come to this gig and find out for yourself !! The original four band members, John Reilly, Andy Needham, Pete Hiley and Darren Ford will be joined by Steve Beighton on saxophone and latest member, Anthony Lomas, on keys. Expect a festive surprise or two, but of course they will be playing all of their greatest songs, including ‘Words Inside’, ‘Walking Home’ ‘Trapeze’, ‘Life’s a Blast’ and of course ‘Fire’ plus one or two new ones, including their fabulous single, ‘Leave the Light On’.
Tickets are also available by calling or texting Elaine on 07918 556552.
This will be partially seated, with room at the back for dancing, numbers are limited, so don’t leave it too late to get your tickets !!
DALE STORR
Friday 11th December / 8pm / £12.50
Hometown show at The Greystones
“A very, very fine piano player indeed!” BBC Radio 2 Paul Jones Show
Greystones and Performance Venues present at Firth Hall, Sheffield University.
A WINTER UNION
Friday 11th December / 8pm / £22
Five leading lights of the folk world join forces to create a festive folk band like no other.
Featuring members of Hannah Sanders and Ben Savage, Gilmore and Roberts and The Willows. It’s a band bursting with individual brilliance creating a sound so much greater than the sum of their parts, a sound full of joy, passion and life – the magic of 5 friends singing the music they love.
“Just fantastic” BBC Radio 3.
“A festive folk supergroup” Folk on Foot
JOHN OTWAY BAND
Saturday 12th December / 8pm / £20
Superb, uplifting, musical mayhem from rock n rolls greatest failure. Otway has built a career, and a huge cult following, on incompetence, eccentricity and charm and, no matter what format, solo, duo or full band, the lunacy and great times remain.
There’s truly nothing quite like an Otway gig, he’s a master of his craft, a fine musician, a writer of great songs (Beware of The Flowers voted the 7th best lyrics ever, ahead of anything by Dylan and just one place behind Lennon & McCartney’s Yesterday), completely bonkers and fabulously funny and his band are one of the finest, tightest, rock bands you’re ever likely to hear…seriously. They’re the glue that stops the whole show falling into total pandemonium when Otway is out front doing his usual mix of chat, songs and knocking things over. The band’s line up is the same as when Otway recruited them 30 years ago.
Don’t miss it, it’s massive fun.
BEN OTTEWELL
Sunday 13th December / 8pm / £20
A welcome return to Greystones for the gravel voiced frontman of seminal, genre hopping band Gomez. Expect to hear some Gomez classics and tracks from Ben’s three acclaimed solo albums. His deep soulful voice has gained him some acclaim and drawn comparisons to Eddie Vedder and Tom Waits and his lyrical style and acoustic arrangements have drawn comparisons to Nick Drake. A definite do not miss show.
OPEN MIC NIGHT
Monday 14th December / 7.30pm / FREE
Anyone can join in, all abilities welcome. Contact Mark at m@rkwilliamson.co.uk or just come along on the night.
P.A. and mics provided, so just bring yourselves, your instruments and your friends to enjoy the proceedings.
GLORY DAYS
Friday 18th December / 8pm / £20
The UK’s #1 Springsteen tribute.
These guys will rock out for 3 hours (if allowed!) to give you an authentic Springsteen experience.
Established in 1996 the ORIGINAL Springsteen tribute band will take you on a blast down Thunder Road playing all the classics on the way.
Their sets have included just about everything over the years and you’ll be treated to a great mix of songs old and new from Jungleland and Thunder Road to The River and Promised Land, they pick from the best back catalogue around.
When The Boss stays at home Glory Days will give you what you need… Jersey style!
GLORY DAYS
Saturday 19th December / 8pm / £20
The UK’s #1 Springsteen tribute.
These guys will rock out for 3 hours (if allowed!) to give you an authentic Springsteen experience.
Established in 1996 the ORIGINAL Springsteen tribute band will take you on a blast down Thunder Road playing all the classics on the way.
Their sets have included just about everything over the years and you’ll be treated to a great mix of songs old and new from Jungleland and Thunder Road to The River and Promised Land, they pick from the best back catalogue around.
When The Boss stays at home Glory Days will give you what you need… Jersey style!
BRIGHT LIGHTS + THE ZEROES
Sunday 20th December / 8pm / £10
An amazing local band double header in aid of St.Luke’s Hospice.
HAZE + TIGER MOTH TALES
Monday 21st December / 8pm / £15
The Haze Christmas show returns once again to the Greystones. Now in their 48th year, Haze bring progressive, folk & heavy rock, plus outrageous costumes & hats and a helping of Christmas silliness to our last show of the year.
Regular featured guest Pete Jones will be joining us, this time with his full band Tiger Moth Tales. Pete is a highly experienced musician who plays with Camel, Red Bazar as well as solo. Expect highly melodic, pastoral progressive rock.
Pete will also join us at the end of the night for a romp through some prog classics!