Louis Armstrong is reported to have once said that “All music is Folk music”. He could have been talking about The Met. From traditional to contemporary, English, celtic or international, Bury has become a place that live music fans know they can catch brilliant gigs from bands and artists who fall under the wide banner of ‘folk’.

Folk Music

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Martyn Joseph

Intelligent and enlightened songs from a mesmerizing live performer who has been compared to Bruce Springsteen, John Mayer, Bruce Cockburn and Dave Matthews.

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Rachel Newton

Rachel Newton draws on poems and ballads that are hundreds of years old, working them into her contemporary style to create a rich sound that is ambitious, original and unique.

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Ranagri

Ranagri are an award winning folk band from Ireland and England. They create a sound that is both mesmerising and unforgettable.

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The Irish House Party

Incredibly talented musicians and dancers bring you the sound and fun of Ireland in an intimate and homely setting.

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The Breath

Raw, gorgeous, acoustic-minded music. Songs that tell stories in ways that soothe, stir, exalt, and touch emotional chords that will bring tears of lamenting joy, to your eyes.

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  • Sat 5 Apr 2025 8:00 PM

The Lancashire Hotpots: Too Much Too Old Tour

The ultimate party starters The Lancashire Hotpots are back with a bang to give you more madcap musical mayhem!

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Heidi Talbot

Heidi Talbot is at home in both Irish traditional and roots music. She visits with new album Sing It For A Lifetime, her most raw and open-hearted work to date.

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Gigspanner Big Band

Gigspanner Big Band are Steeleye Span's Peter Knight, percussionist Sacha Trochet, guitarist Roger Flack, folk award winners Phillip Henry and Hannah Martin, and Bellowhead's John Spiers. They return with new album Turnstone.

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Tara MacLean

Experience a transformative musical journey with Tara MacLean, the internationally acclaimed singer-songwriter who turns life's most challenging moments into soul-stirring performances.

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Daphne’s Flight

Daphne's Flight features Chris While, Julie Matthews, Helen Watson, Melanie Harrold, and Miranda Sykes – five of the finest singer-songwriters of their generation.

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Track Dogs

Track Dogs are two Irishmen, an Englishman and an American whose music ranges from americana and bluegrass, to latino, folk, and even blues: “sun-shiny songs thriving on dark themes behind irresistible rhythms”.

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Georgia Ruth

Georgia Ruth uses folk influences to create a truly unique sound. Her candid and affecting new album Cool Head ranges from wide-open Americana to 60s-influenced folk ballads.

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Gnoss

Triple Scots Trad Music Awards nominees Gnoss have built a following through their forward-thinking take on traditional music and the unique warmth of their live shows.

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Flook: Celebrating 30 years in 2025!

The iconic, ground-breaking Irish/English folk group returns to Bury. Thirty years after their first gig together, they continue to inspire and enchant audiences of all ages.

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Bella Hardy

Bella Hardy, the voice of modern folk, visits The Met for this special gig which includes her newest single The Ballad of Stone.

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Jon Boden and The Remnant Kings

Jon Boden and The Remnant Kings return to The Met with their unique brand of post-apocalyptic folk, following the release of new album Parlour Ballads.

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