THE countdown is on to Knutsford Music Festival.
The four-day event returns for its ninth year this summer and promises to be bigger and better than ever.
With an exciting line-up of new acts, the festival promises to deliver an unforgettable experience for music lovers of all kinds.
The town is set to be transformed into a vibrant hub of live music, from folk and country to pop and Latino.
BBC Radio presenter Mark Radcliffe has once again partnered Knutsford Town Council to curate three nights of folk music events.
The festival runs from Thursday, June 4 until Sunday, June, 7, with an extensive line-up of live performances and cultural activities.
Music on the Moor is back with a free, open-air festival for all, celebrating up and coming local talent, alongside craft and dance workshops.
A fringe festival featuring a mix of music will take place across bars, cafes and restaurants.
The annual celebration opens with the rich traditions of Bluegrass folk music, a vibrant blend of old-time mountain music, blues, jazz, and square dance fiddle.
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Mark Radcliffe presents an evening with The Rip Roaring Success at Knutsford Little Theatre.
Widely regarded as the hottest western swing band east of El Paso, these musicians are renowned for their energetic stage presence and crowd-pleasing performances.
The Rye Sisters, an emerging duo celebrated for their rich harmonies and heartfelt songwriting will be support.
New to the festival this year is Ranagri, an award-winning Irish-English folk ensemble celebrated for their mesmerising blend of voices and traditional instrumentation, including flutes, whistles, harp, guitar, bouzouki, and bodhrán.
With five acclaimed studio albums, including Tradition II, listed among Folk Radio UK’s top 10 albums of the year, Ranagri have established themselves as one of the most exciting and innovative acts on the contemporary folk scene.
Their vibrant live performances have captivated audiences across the UK and Europe at prestigious festivals and venues such as the Cambridge Folk Festival, Bloom Festival in Dublin, Montelago Festival in Italy, Birmingham Symphony Hall, and The Union Chapel.
An intimate country collective evening featuring two of the UK’s best country artists follows on Saturday evening.
Headlining is Jake O’Neill, who first captured national attention as a standout performer on The Voice UK, joining Tom Jones’s team.
One of the UK’s most exciting emerging voices in country music, Jake has earned multiple nominations at the 2024 British Country Music Awards, including Best Male Artist.
He blends traditional country narratives with a contemporary edge, delivering soulful vocals, heartfelt songwriting, and dynamic live performances.
Support is Outpost Drive, a dynamic country-rock band celebrated for their energetic live performances and rich, tight-knit harmonies.
Combining the storytelling tradition of classic country with the driving edge of modern rock, these musicians create a sound that is both heartfelt and electrifying and have quickly built a reputation as one of the most exciting emerging acts on the UK country scene.
An immersive Latino evening will be staged in Knutsford Market Hall on the final night.
Guests can listen to vibrant sounds of a Cuban two-piece band while learning dance moves from talented instructors at Salsa Dance Cheshire, making for a night of music, rhythm, and fun.
True Foxes take the stage at Knutsford Little Theatre on Sunday evening in an unmissable performance, supported by the talented Edwina Hayes.
The band features cousins Amie Parsons and Chloe Payne.
Amie's powerful vocals and soulful songwriting has been compared to the likes of Laura Marling and Brandi Carlile, performing on Acoustic Guitar
Known for their captivating live shows and emotive songwriting, True Foxes promise an evening of rich melodies and heartfelt performances, with Edwina Hayes adding her signature warmth and charm.
To book visit discoverknutsford.com/knutsford-music-festival/
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