Southbound Folk [Folk/Jazz]

About this event

Southbound Folk brings a fresh perspective to contemporary folk music, blending British folk traditions with brass funk and groove-driven jazz. This London-based ensemble creates a distinctive sound that bridges folk heritage with modern improvisation, delivering energetic live performances that combine intricate melodies with collective musicianship.

The band features tin whistle, saxophone, trombone, sousaphone, and drums, drawing talent from the folk, jazz, and session music scenes. Their performances fuse technical proficiency with an instinctive approach to rhythm and momentum, creating music that moves between folk-jazz fusion and contemporary folk sensibilities.