Roots

Jamie Lawson, John Smith & Scott Matthews

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An evening of acoustic & roots music from three of the biggest names on the UK and international circuit.

Ivo Novello Award-winner Scott Matthews has supported the Foo Fighters, singer-singwriter and Ivo Novello Award-winner Jamie Lawson was the first act signed to Ed Sheeran’s record label and had a huge hit with “Wasn’t Expecting That”, and John Smith has toured with Iron and Wine, Lisa Hannigan, John Martyn, David Gray and Jools Holland.

Three world-class musicians in one unforgettable night of music.


About

Scott Matthews
An Ivo Novello Award-winner Scott Matthews has played sessions on BBC Radio 2 and BBC 6 Music. He has supported the Foo Fighters and released nine albums, and was invited to perform at the Royal Albert Hall as part of a special evening celebrating the music of Nick Drake.

Jamie Lawson
Singer-songwriter Jamie Lawson was the first artist signed to Ed Sheeran’s record label and his self-titled album reached #1 in the UK Album Chart. His single “Wasn’t Expecting That” was an international hit and in 2016 he won the prestigious Ivor Novello Award for 'Best Song Musically and Lyrically'.

John Smith
English folk guitarist and singer John Smith has toured internationally with artists such as Iron and Wine, James Yorkston, John Martyn, David Gray, Jools Holland, Gil Scott-Heron and Lisa Hannigan. His unique guitar style has influenced many artists including James Newton Chadwick and Ben Howard. Smith uses a variety of open tunings and percussive techniques.