Nick Jones finds out all about a brand new local music initiative "Shirefolk"

A Sunshine Radio Podcast

Monday, 18 September 2023 - 15 minutes

To celebrate the first Shirefolk event at Ludlow Distillery, Sunshine Radios Nick Jones caught up with Westley & Jen Bone the couple behind Shirefolk at the Ludlow Distillery to find out what to to expect from their first Shirefolk artist - George Boomsma, an immensely talented singer-songwriter renowned for his soulful voice and poignant lyrics. As well as finding out what's behind the Shirefolk initiative and what's coming up.

The brainchild of a passionate couple of music enthusiasts and cultural advocates, Westley & Jen Bone, ‘Shire Folk’ aims to bridge the gap between urban-centric music scenes and rural communities hungry for diverse cultural experiences. By curating a series of captivating performances, the project seeks to invigorate and nurture the folk music scene in the Shire region. Westley & Jen were responsible for arranging the sell out shows from Fairport Convention and Jon Boden at the Castle Hall, Bridgnorth in 2019 though Ludlow Assembly Rooms and are two of the key organisers behind the Bridgnorth Music and Arts Festival.

The project will bring artists to The Jam Factory in Hereford, Ludlow Distillery in Ludlow and to Violets Tea Room in Bridgnorth and the inaugural lineup for ‘Shire Folk’ promises an unforgettable experience for folk enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

Nick also finds out about the Intern opportunities for those who would like to get more experience in sound engineering. The intern will join the 3 day tour working with the shows and getting much needed real life experience in putting shows on in different spaces and using industry standard equipment.

For information ,tour dates and ticket information visit www.shirefolk.co.uk