Can't wait for this one...I'm going to be playing my first show at Pocklington Arts Centre supporting the amazing Ruth Lyon. Newcastle’s potent singer-songwriter, weaves deeply evocative narratives and meditations, with an artistry that balances delicacy and strength.
Live stuff
Past gigs...
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Pocklington Arts Centre
Ruth Lyon
supported by Ned Swarbrick
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Eagle & Child, York
Oliver Lewis - Lack of Nuance
with Ned Swarbrick & Cooper Robson
Always a pleasure to be supporting poet extraordinaire Oliver Lewis, this time on his Lack of Nuance tour. It's also the first time playing at the Eagle & Child...going to be top night of the finest poetry and music...can't wait.
Oliver Lewis presents poems from his new pamphlet in two clashing halves: one tender and earnest, the other surreal and slightly unhinged. Love letters meet nonsense scenes, romantic tropes twist into riddles, and somewhere in the confusion, something honest begins to emerge.
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The Black Swan Inn, York
Black Swan Folk Club
Ned Swarbrick / The Rattlers
Double header at the legendary Black Swan Folk Club. I'll be joining York's Rattlers for a night of the finest folk music, mixing up the traditional with contemporary for what's guaranteed to be a great night.
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Grosmont Crossing Club, North Yorkshire
Grosmont Crossing Club
Ned Swarbrick
Travelling north this week to the Crossing Club. The club is located in the village of Grosmont, which is known for its connection to the North Yorkshire Moors Railway.
A not-for-profit club established by volunteers in 1999 the Club serves Grosmont villagers and NYMR volunteers...can't wait.
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Angel On The Green, York
Angel On The Green
I'll be heading to the Angel On The Green on Bishy Rd for a Sunday night music session. Come down for a pint, pizza and some great music.
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The Artsbarge, York
By the Blue Bridge
By the Blue Bridge is back this September and I'm really happy to be joining what is going to be a brilliant line up. September's event is going to be opening with the brilliant Eve Thomas...I wish I was allowed to tell you the rest of the line up, but you'll find out soon enough.
It's gonna be special so get yourself down for an afternoon and evening of some of York's finest.
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Fulfordgate WMC
Ned Swarbrick
with Acidbul Grill & Angie
Heading back to the Fulfordgate WMC for a Elk Events show - a wonderful night of wonderful music by the wonderful young people of York. Hope to see you there.
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The Crescent, York
Captain Startlet Album Launch
with Eugene Gorgeous & Ned Swarbrick
Supporting the coolest kids in town Captain Starlet for this special album launch show at The Crescent, York.
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Woodthorpe Green, York
Woodthope Summer Festival 2025
I'll be heading back to Woodthope Summer Festival again this year. Maybe I'll get a bit of sunshine during my set this year.
I'll be on at 3pm, hope to see you there.
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Forty Five Vinyl Cafe, York
Juliet Lloyd
with support Ned Swarbrick
Last minute this one, but so happy to be supporting the amazing singer-songwriter Juliet Lloyd as she brings her evocative storytelling and genre-blending sound to FortyFive Vinyl Café.
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City Varieties Music Hall, Leeds
Butler, Blake & Grant
with support Ned Swarbrick
So excited to be heading to Leeds support the amazing Bulter, Blake & Grant at the fabulous City Varieties Music Hall.
Bernard Butler, Norman Blake, and James Grant are acclaimed musicians. Norman from Teenage Fanclub, Bernard - award winning songwriter and producer, and James - best known as the songsmith of the band Love And Money.
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The Black Swan Inn, York
City of York Folk Weekend
Really looking forward to getting the band together to play at this year's City of York (Roland Walls) Folk Weekend. Come and see us on the Main Stage!
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The Artful Dodger, York
Wounded Bear
Sunflower Theives & Ned Swarbrick
Wounded Bear is back in York for this special night at The Artful Dodger bar. It's going to be a thing of beauty.
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Forty Five Vinyl Cafe, York
Sam Brookes
& Ned Swarbrick
I'll be joining the acclaimed alt-folk artist Sam Brookes, for an intimate evening at the 45 Vinyl Cafe in York. Known for his soaring voice, evocative lyrics, and captivating melodies. Sam’s pure, four-octave range and emotionally rich performances have earned him critical praise throughout the UK.
With The Independent describing him as possessing "vast emotional reserves reminiscent of the great Tim Buckley." Sam Brookes is a respected figure in the folk scene.
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Fulford Arms, York
No Instrument presents Tugboat Captain
with Victory Samosa & Ned Swarbrick
I'm going to be supporting London's Tugboat Captian alongside old friends Victory Samosa at the Fulford Arms.
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Bamber Bridge F.C., Preston
CANCELLED - Autocamper
+ The Amber List & Ned Swarbrick
Unfortunately this show has been cancelled due to Autocamper's bassist breaking his wrist. Hopefully, it will get rescheduled at some point.
Crossing the Pennines again to play a charity gig at Bamber Bridge F.C., Preston, with friends Autocamper and The Amber List.
This is a very special fundraiser show for Bamber Bridge FC's SAVE BRIG appeal.
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York City F.C., York
Ned Swarbrick at York City Fanzone
It's been a year since I played at York City F.C. Fanzone. I'll be heading back at the end of March for the match against Wealdstone.
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Fulford Arms, York
Northern Radar presents Grim Up North
+ The Slow Country, Fish In The Sink, Ned Swarbrick
I'm returning to the Fulford Arms on Friday 21st March to join Grim Up North, The Slow Country and Fish In The Sink. It's been a while since I've played at the Fully, looking forward to being back. Thanks to Simon at Northern Radar.
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Postal Service, Leeds
CANCELLED - Slow Team
+ Nature Kids, Ned Swarbrick & Angel B Valentine
Unfortunately this show has been cancelled and will be rescheduled.
I was to be heading to Leeds again at the weekend to support Slow Team at the Leeds Postal Service. Going to be joined by Nature Kids and Angel B Valentine.
Brought to you by Dangerously Acquainted.
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Oporto, Leeds
Futuresound Events presents The Rills
with Ned Swarbrick
Last minute support slot has come up at the Oporto in Leeds this Thursday supporting The Rills. I've not played at the Oporto before, really looking forward to checking it out. Thanks to Futuresound for asking me to join the fun.
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The Wardrobe, Leeds
Futuresound Events presents Gravy
with Silverfish & Ned Swarbrick
Back opening for the Gravy boys, this time in Leeds at The Wardrobe along with another Leeds band Silverfish.
Brought to you by Futuresound. It's a Saturday night and it's gonna be a cracker!
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The Crescent, York
Ned Swarbrick at The Crescent
+ Oliver Lewis & James Waudby
My first time playing at The Crescent in York. Come and join me for a special evening of music.
I always wanted to play here with The Corsairs, but we weren't old enough to get in. Well, it's finally happened! Thanks to Joe PPY and Simon Pattinson for sorting this one out.
This is a limited seated show with all seating unreserved, only £6 (+ b/f) in advance, so get them while you can.
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Trinity Live, Hull
Rushbonds, Jody McKenna & Ned Swarbrick
Last minute trip to Hull to play this Thursday's Trinity Live with Jody McKenna and the Rushbonds. Unfortunately, Eve Buckley isn't able to make it due to illness, so I'm stepping in. Gonna be a busy night, I'm on at 6:45pm ... then back to York to see Pip Blom at the Crescent. Many thanks to Sesh Events for getting in touch.
Free live music, food, drink, good times ... fun starts at 6pm!
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Fulford Arms, York
This Feeling presents Gravy
with support from Asylum & Ned Swarbrick
I'm back at the Fulford Arms for my first gig with promoter This Feeling supporting Leeds band Gravy along side Asylum. Tickets already selling fast for this one, so make sure you get in there soon.
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Micklegate Social, York
Oliver Lewis
+ very special guests Ned Swarbrick & Sylvia Marie
Described as "unconventional and imaginative leaving [the audience] clamouring for more,"* Oliver Lewis brings his new set of spoken word, Lampoonery of the Shallow to York's Micklegate Social.
Very excited for this one supporting the wonderful Oliver Lewis...also first time playing at the Micklegate Social!
Tickets £5 | Doors 19:00 | Details and tickets from oliverlewiswriting.com/live
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Howard Assembly Room, Leeds
Bernard Butler
with support from Ned Swarbrick
Super excited to be joining Bernard Butler, Grammy Award and Mercury Prize-winning songwriter, producer and former Suede guitarist, in Leeds as part of his 2024 UK tour.
This is going to be so special, it's very nearly sold out so you'll need to get your tickets fast.
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Central Hall, University of York
Live at York
featuring Bull, Ned Swarbrick & Velma Celli
An evening of live music, glamour, and drag! Put on your finest glad rags, grab a cocktail or a mocktail, and discover your next favourite band.
This event is restricted to students aged 18 and above.
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Fulford Arms, York
Needlework
with Ned Swarbrick & People Person
Looking forward to playing with old friends Needlework for their first headline show at the Fulford Arms.
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The Vaults, York
Emerging Talent
Bella & Alex, Spring Company and Ned Swarbrick
Elk Events and Productions presents an evening of Emerging Talent from York. emergingtalentyork helps to promote up and coming bands with gigs in live music settings around York. Keep an eye out for dates and venues.
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Fulford Arms, York
Fully Acoustic Showcase
Ned Swarbrick, Lebosi & Jasmine Lowe
Introducing the brand new Fully Acoustic Showcase Experiment! Thursday nights showcasing the best local singer-songwriter talent.
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Woodthorpe Green, York
Woodthorpe Summer Festival 2024
Ned Swarbrick: 16.15 - 17.00
Acts start from 12 noon onwards. It turned out to be a typical British summer, but eventually the rain stopped and the sun came out. Thanks to Simon Pattinson for inviting me to play. Chance to try out some new tunes, well done to all those who battled through the weather.
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The Barn, Tadcaster
AMP - Youth music charity
featuring young musicians from around Yorkshire including Ned Swarbrick
AMP offers young people sound based opportunities, be it organising a local music festival, learning skills in tour management or training to be a conductor.
Chuffed to have been asked to get involved with the AMP charity launch event, I'll be playing a short solo set on the night.
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Fulford Arms, York
Home Counties
with Captain Starlet and Ned Swarbrick
Back at the Fulford Arms, this time supporting Home Counties along side the wonderful Captain Starlet. This is going to be our first gig with the full Spaghetti Western band. Gonna be awesome!
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York City F.C., York
YCFC Fanzone
Back at the LNER stadium for another Fanzone show
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Fulford Arms, York
The Deep Blue
with Marnie Glum and Ned Swarbrick
Had a brilliant time supporting the The Deep Blue alongside Marnie Glum at the Fulford Arms...thanks to everyone who came along.
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Fulford Arms, York
Fulford Arms 10th Birthday
with Victory Samosa, Rowan & Friends, Ned Swarbrick
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Cat in the Wall, York
Pannik
with support from Ned Swarbrick (The Corsairs) & Lebosi
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Galloway's, Preston
The Amber List
with support from Ned Swarbrick
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Forty Five Vinyl Cafe, York
Jody & the Jerms
with support from Raccoon Book Club & Ned Swarbrick
