The Often Herd

“Traditional, inventive, tight and sharp... for those who think they don’t like bluegrass this could be the point theychange their minds.”FolkWords

Bluegrass band The Often Herd transcend the traditional boundaries of the genre. Although they might resemble anAmerican string band, complete with driving energy, tight vocal harmonies and dazzling instrumental interplay, theirvibrant, transatlantic sound is deeply coloured by their surroundings; the striking natural and industrial landscapes ofNorthern England. This unique approach won them the title of“Best European Bluegrass Band 2018”at theprestigiousLa Roche Bluegrass Festivalin France.

Rupert Hughes (guitar) and Evan Davies (mandolin), write songs steeped in personal experience whilst drawing froma wide pool of influences ranging from old-time to psychedelia. American-born fiddler Niles Krieger and jazz bassistSam Quintana add fiery instrumental skills to the mix, launching the band’s arrangements into the stratosphere.Together, their sound is both boldly contemporary and soothingly familiar, taking time-honoured traditions to newplaces with a fresh perspective.

The band were selected to showcase at this yearsIBMA Bluegrass Rambleand have showcased in the past atAmericanaFest UK. They are currently winding up recording sessions for their debut album with producerTomMoore(Slow Worm Records, Moore, Moss, Rutter) to be released March 2022.“A study in virtuosity from a supremely talented group of musicians.”NARC

DOORS 7:30PM

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