THE BETTER TOGETHER TOUR

with KATY HURT and TWO WAYS HOME

Thursday 1st October / 8pm / £18.50

“The only thing better than doing what you love is doing it with your friends…and we really love hitting the road and playing some shows”
UK Americana/Country standouts Two Ways Home and Katy Hurt are joining forces this autumn and are proud to present “The Better Together Tour”.

Hitting the road across the UK this October and November the tour throws the traditional headline format out of the window. Instead of a traditional “back to back” line up, expect a fully collaborative experience from start to finish. Fans will get the best of both worlds: high energy, full band performances, intimate acoustic moments and the exclusive live debut of brand new music.
Fans of the harmony drenched magic of Fleetwood Mac and the roots/rock story telling of Sheryl Crow will feel right at home.

MAD DOG MCREA

Saturday 3rd October / 8pm / £22

MDM can only be described as a pop up festival bursting with energy, colour, and an infectious mix of folk, rock and Celtic influences.

They’ve built a reputation for raucous live shows blending original songs with traditional melodies and a dash of storytelling charm, it’s a unique fusion of foot stomping rythms, intricate musicianship and wry, often humorous lyrics that transport audiences on a wild musical journey.

With a huge, dedicated fanbase and a history of playing major festivals and packed out venues, MDM continue to bring their lively, genre defying spirit to stages throughout the UK and beyond.

CATFISH KEITH

Monday 5th October / 8pm / £20

Acoustic blues pioneer, singer, songwriter and bottleneck slide guitarist, one of the most exciting country blues artists of our time. Playing his innovative style of foot stomping deep delta blues and American roots this veteran has performed thousands of gigs and headlined major festivals playing alongside legends such as John Lee Hooker, Ray Charles, Koco Taylor, Taj Mahal, Leo Kottke, Jesse Mae Hemphill, Johnny Shines, John Fahey and many many more. With 22 number 1 independent radio chart albums to his credit Catfish packs houses throughout the world with his dynamic stage show.
“Hypnotic and beautiful, dark and pure” Premier Guitar 
“One of the best blues entertainers in the USA” Dave Van Ronk
“A solo revelation” The Guardian
“Guitar genius” Living Blues

CHRIS WHILE & JULIE MATTHEWS

Wednesday 7th October / 8pm / £22

Greystones regulars Chris and Julie are the longest standing female urban folk duo in the UK. They’ve performed over 3,000 shows, appeared on over 100 albums, written 100’s of original songs and reached millions of people throughout the world. Now, over 3 decades after their debut, they sound as fresh and as vital as ever.With a reputation as two of the best and most hardworking on the world folk/roots scene both are also highly regarded producers recording everything they’re involved in at their own studio in a small Pennine town far from the Londoncentric music industry. Stunning singers, songwriters, musicians, arrangers, performers and multiple award winners, they are known for their seamless harmonies and affinity for each other on stage and, although Internationally acclaimed, they continue to be a leading force on the UK’s folk/roots scene. They truly are inspirational women.
“The undisputed queens of British folk duos continue to deliver the goods. 1st class songs delivered with to die for harmonies, immaculate musicianship and melodies that lodge themselves in your brain” The Guardian
“…just awesome” Judy Collins
“…truly gifted human beings” Richard Hawley

AYNSLEY LISTER BAND

Thursday 8th October / 8pm / £21

Highly acclaimed, multi award winning, incendiary blues/rock guitarist, singer, songwriter.

He’s shared the stage with artists such Buddy Guy, Robert Cray, John Mayall, Bryan Adams, ZZ Top, Lynyrd Skynyrd and Fun Loving Criminals, to name just a few.

A Boardwalk and Greystones regular for many years his constant touring and festival appearances throughout Europe has built him a massive, loyal fanbase and it’s great to have him back.

THE FEELGOOD BAND

The UK’s #1 tribute to Dr.Feelgood

Friday 9th October / 8pm / £15

The Feelgood band with a seal of approval from Wilko, Sparko and Figure! Raw, high energy RnB played the Canvey Island way recreating the unmistakable sound of 1970’s Dr.Feelgood.
“They brought a tear to my eye; it was like 1975. 100% spot on stage presence and performance. Man, it was great, it was just what it must have been like to see Dr.Feelgood in the club days” WILKO JOHNSON
“The closest to the originals I’ve seen” SPARKO
“Go and judge for yourself, it’s worth it. Well done boys” BIG FIGURE
The ultimate throwback to the golden age of British RnB and a must see show for anyone who loves authentic, no frills rock n roll.

TOM BROOKSBY acoustic Springsteen

Saturday 10th October / 8pm / £15

The Glory Days frontman and founder member is back, this time with an intimate, solo show reminiscent of the Nebrasca, Tom Joad and Devils and Dust Tours. 

Expect some of Springsteen’s famous anthems plus some “deep cuts” and album tracks for this expansive catalogue.

JON GOMM

Sunday 11th October / 8pm / £22.50

Voted “World’s Best Acoustic Guitarist” in an online poll conducted by Music Radar/Guitar World magazine, singer, songwriter, acoustic solo performer Jon Gomm is known for his once seen never forgotten virtuoso guitar style. It’s a style that  involves slapping, tapping and retuning as he plays producing a huge, multi layered sound filled with bass, drums and near orchestral depth and complexity from a single guitar. His live performances are intimate and powerful, but always punctured by his North of England wit and self deprecation.

Ibanez launched the JGM10 and JGM5 Jon Gomm Signature Guitars in 2021. He’s only the third guitarist to ever design a signature acoustic with Ibenez the previous 2 being Steve Vai and Joe Satriani.

TOM MCRAE

Monday 12th October / 8pm / £24

Following a sell out full band tour, critically acclaimed singer/songwriter, Mercury and Brit nominee and Q magazine award winner Tom heads back out this autumn with a run of solo shows that bring everything back to it’s core. Just Tom, a guitar and songs from a back catalogue going back over 10 albums, perfect for a setting like the intimate Backroom where the focus is on the performance not the surroundings.
Over the years Tom has garnered a reputation for great live shows which, despite his melancholy reputation, are heartfelt, rousing and often funny. His relationship with his audience has always been very special resulting in a large, loyal fanbase in the UK and Europe.
As well as his own music Tom has written for many other artist and has been used extensively in film and television. He regularly composes for orchestra’s in Europe.
“A magical talent, haunting voice, enduring songs and nagging melodies” Time Out

ERJA LYYTINEN

Tuesday 13th October / 8pm / £22

Highly acclaimed multi award winner, including Best Guitarist in the European Blues Awards, Erja Lyytinen is one of the most exciting blues/rock guitarists on the International circuit. During a career spanning 2 decades the high-flying Finn has released 13 studio albums, her latest one, Smell The Roses, was released to critical acclaim in 2025.
Voted #2 in Total Guitar’s Ten Best Guitarists poll Erja is known for her stellar, powerful and energetic performances featuring mesmerising slide and epic solos, and has toured the world relentlessly building her a large, dedicated fanbase. Throughout her career The Queen of Slide has appeared on many tv programmes in her native Finland most recently being invited to participate in The Masked Singer.
“One of the best guitarists on the scene, forget male or female, forget blues or rock, just one of the best” Music News
“…not just a phenomenal guitarist but also a visionary musician with an unshakable creative drive” Jace Media Music
“She is the future” Carlos Santana

BREABACH

Thursday 15th October / 8pm / £22

Securely ranked among Scotland’s most skilled and imaginative contemporary folk acts, Breabach unite deep roots in Highland and Island Gaelic tradition with the innovative musical ferment of their Glasgow base. Over two decades together has brought them success after success with countless wins/nominations including five Best Traditional Scottish Music Awards, Best Group in the Radio 2 Folk Awards and Album Of The Year in the Songlines Music Awards.

“As polished as it is passionate, matching fiery intensity with exquisite finesse…magnificent…” 5* The Scotsman
“Exhilarating, energetic, accomplished” Songlines

THE UNDERCOVER HIPPY

Saturday 17th October / 8pm / £19.50

Billy Rowan, aka The Undercover Hippy, and his band play main stages at many of the major festivals including Glastonbury, Boomtown, Electric Picnic, Eden, Beautiful Days and many more and they tour extensively in the UK twice a year. Their music is best described as politically driven acoustic roots reggae folk-hop with a sly sense of humour, their interactive, high energy, feel good live shows pull dedicated fans from the length of the UK. 

BRUCE MOLSKY & DAROL ANGER

Monday 19th October / 8pm / £22

Darol and Bruce have been musical explorers together for many years, sharing a creative universe that’s resulted in some epic collaborations, crashing each others concerts and recordings and just finding great joy in playing together.

Described as “an absolute master” by No Depression Bruce’s take on tradition has lead him into collaborations with some of the world’s most respected players from roots to rock.

Freestyle fiddler, composer, producer and educator Darol is at home in a number of musical genres, exceptional among modern fiddlers for his versatility and depth, he has helped drive the evolution of the contemporary string band through his involvement with numerous pathbreaking ensembles.

THEA GILMORE

Tuesday 20th October / 8pm / £27.50

Thea Gilmore is a prolific and fiercely independent singer-songwriter whose career spans more than two decades and 20 albums, beginning with her debut Burning Dorothy in 1998. Renowned for her raw, emotive writing as well as her ability to reinterpret others’ work, she continues to evolve while maintaining a deeply human connection at the heart of her music.
In 2025, she released These Quiet Friends, a collection of cover versions that have served as quiet anchors throughout her life, reimagined with her unmistakable voice. The record sits alongside her growing reputation as both a songwriter and a uniquely sensitive interpreter.
Alongside this, Gilmore has launched The Echo Line, an ambitious and increasingly talked-about project that transforms anonymous voice messages into songs. The project has already drawn attention from BBC Radio 4’s Front Row and BBC Radio 6 Music, and has seen hundreds of stories shared, revealing something far deeper and more expansive than originally intended.
A compelling live performer, she has recently completed two successful solo tours, including a full band show at London’s Union Chapel and has toured in support of Richard Hawley.
Her music has featured in numerous films, most recently Joyride (2022) and Army Of The Dead (2021) and she has collaborated with and earned the admiration of artists including Bruce Springsteen, Billy Bragg, Martha Wainwright, Steve Earle, Beth Orton and John Cooper Clarke.

BEN SAVAGE and HANNAH SANDERS + Jon Thorne

Sunday 25th October / 8pm / £17

The critically acclaimed folk duo join forces with virtuoso double bassist Jon Thorne for a special one off tour. With their vintage guitars and heartfelt vocal harmonies sharing just a single microphone for pick up Hannah and Ben’s shows have always been magical, intimate experiences. Passionate advocates for the singularity of a live performance – no nights of a Hannah and Ben tour are ever the same – but each one is special. 
This special collaboration with Jon’s unmistakable rich tone and musical intuition promises to be a balm for the soul.
“Arrestingly beautiful” 5* Songlines
“As heartwarming as it is beguiling” Mojo

CALLAGHAN

Monday 26th October / 8pm / £20

“A singer-songwriter of a seriously high standard” Maverick
“Nothing short of stunning” No Depression 
“Breathtaking, absolutely incredible” Gaby Roslin

British singer/songwriter whose journey from Lincolnshire to the heart of Nashville  shaped a sound that blends country, folk and pop with striking emotional clarity. She first gained attention with her debut album Life In Full Colour, which was produced by Grammy nominated Shawn Mullins, and quickly became known for her soaring vocals and heartfelt song writing. Her music draws comparisons to artists like Sarah McLachlan, Eva cassidy, Carly Simon and Emmylou Harris but Callaghan’s voice, both literal and lyrical, is distinctly her own: warm, honest and deeply resonant.

EMMA STEVENS

Wednesday 28th October / 8pm / £16

Emma Steven’s Music breathes life and honesty, pulling apart a genre apart stitch by stitch and reassembling it brilliantly to her own specifications, in the process capturing a sound so unique, its purity inescapable. After 4 BBC Radio 2 playlists, an iTunes single of the week and over 40 synchs on tv in the UK, Emma’s profile then exploded in China following her track “A Place Called You” on a primetime tv show watched by over 75 million people (the track has amassed over 700 million streams). Her song “Keep Dreaming” has turned into a viral sensation on TikTok and Instagram with over 1 million uses. Emma has supported The Feeling, Sophie Ellis Bextor, Wet Wet Wet, Take That, Train, Simply Red,  Eagle Eye Cherry and Passenger and her music has had thousands of streams on Spotify and YouTube.

This is a full band show so expect ear worms galore!