The stellar Cambridge Folk Festival kicks off today
The Cambridge Folk Festival returns this weekend, promising a spectacular celebration of Americana. This year’s line-up features an array of incredible artists across four main stages, with something for everyone – including the little ones.
A major highlight of the festival is the Transatlantic Sessions, led by the multi-talented Jerry Douglas. The Sessions, known for bringing together top folk and roots musicians from both sides of the Atlantic, will feature the acclaimed duo Allison De Groot & Tatiana Hargreaves, winners of multiple Canadian Folk Music Awards. Their Saturday performance, exclusive to UK festivals, is set to be a unique musical experience.
Bess Atwell, whose new album ‘Light Sleeper’ has received rave reviews, is another must-see. The Brighton-based singer-songwriter is poised to captivate audiences with her mesmerizing melodies and storytelling. Festival-goers can also look forward to Flamy Grant, the powerhouse vocalist and comedy drag queen from North Carolina, who has taken the Billboard charts by storm.
Dean Owens & The Sinners, described as “the pulse of all our lives” by Irvine Welsh, bring their unique Americana flair to the festival as part of the Showcase Scotland Expo partnership. Taylor McCall, with his deep-rooted musical heritage, and Leyla McCalla, whose music vibrates with three centuries of history, add to the festival’s rich tapestry of sound.
Favorites like Darlingside, with their technical brilliance and blissful harmonies, and Larkin Poe, the Grammy-nominated sisters known for their electrifying Roots Blues Rock, are set to return to the festival, promising performances that will leave audiences smiling.
The festival also features Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Aoife O’Donovan, NYC-born Annie Dressner and Rolling Stone’s “future of music” Lizzie No. The Independent Spotlight will shine on Irish duo Lemoncello, while Manchester singer-songwriter Robbie Cavanagh, the recipient of the Bob Harris Emerging Artist Award, will also grace the stage.
In addition to world-class music, the festival offers a range of activities, including children’s workshops, a silent disco, storytelling, clog dancing and Tai Chi. Attendees can enjoy delicious fare from Cambridge’s finest food trucks. The festival also proudly upholds its “Outstanding” rating at the Greener Festival Awards, ensuring a sustainable and enjoyable event for all.
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