In the first of what we are calling our Folk Cities series, Tradfolk takes a look at the folk life of Birmingham - the history, the songs, the live scene, the sessions, and so much more.
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All the info you need to make your folk festival choices ahead of the summer.
As ever, this year's FolkEast looks truly special. If you've not experienced the delights of East England's finest folk festival, get involved immediately. You won't regret it.
The Whitchurch Folk Festival returns to Hampshire on May 11, after a break of 34 years.
Get stuck into Tradfolk's round-up of folk albums expected for the coming 12 months. Most of it's based on rumour, mind you...
Jon Wilks offers up vignettes from the best folk gigs he's seen this year as we ask you what your favourites were in 2023.
The legendary Blaxhall Ship may be known for its extraordinary legacy, but there are songs in the old sheep yet. We pay the UK's most famous traditional singers' pub a visit.
From tradfolk to psychfolk, from huge ensembles to solo small-pipes, we pick the best young folk musicians of 2023.
Once again, we've kickstarted the Squash Court Sessions at FolkEast, offering you a chance to see some of the amazing lineup whether you're on site or not.
A selection of highlights from the FolkEast Schedule for 2023, picked by the team at Tradfolk. Scroll through when you're at the festival and keep yourself updated.
So Far We Have Come is a truly life-affirming and beguiling collaboration, fusing Arabic and English folk traditions.
The finest folk festival in the East of England kicks off its second decade with a stellar lineup.











