John Meriton
John Meriton is a Hampshire based singer songwriter known for his warm, powerful, and witty delivery. His songs draw on real people, places, and experiences capturing the essence of everyday life with honesty and charm.
Sarah Warwick
Sarah is a New Forest based singer songwriter and vocal guide whose work weaves together original songs, harmony, and a lifelong love of nature. These days you’ll find her writing music that’s spacious, melodic and heart-led – songs that offer both story and stillness.
Sam White
Sam is a gifted songwriter who, after years performing in alternative rock bands, is now making his mark as a solo folk artist. He has recently become a much valued member of the Lymington Acoustic community.
George Benn
Hampshire based songwriter George Benn crafts superbly original songs delivered with a wink and a wry sense of humour. Whether tackling the comedy of daily life, current affairs, love or historical themes, George’s insightful songs combine thoughtful observation with mischievous charm – his take on the London Olympics is as unforgettable as it is unprintable!
Jonathan H. Klein
Hampshire based singer songwriter Jonathan H. Klein writes the kind of songs that smile through the rain. His music blends warmth and wit – acoustic reflections on life’s odd moments, misplaced hopes, and gentle absurdities.
State of Undress
The “rocky, rootsy, fiddlesome” band from Dorset, State of Undress blend the fire of rock with the storytelling soul of folk. Their sets mix powerful original songs, reimagined traditional tunes, and a few favourite covers, all delivered with irresistible energy and heart.
Captain Crackers and The Curiosities
Original satirical and story songs about much loved local people and places performed by an eccentric troupe of shape shifting musicians. CC&TC’s performances hark back to the era of Spike Jones, The Bonzos and Tom Lehrer yet with a decidedly modern twist.
Mark Law (aka The Cap’n)
Based in the New Forest, Mark is a mischievous songwriter who loves the arcane and comedic. Solo or with The Curiosities, Mark can be found at the heart of noisy pub singalongs, belting out story songs, celebrating much loved local characters or staging pop up musical events (or protests) in unlikely locations.
Plum Loco
North Dorset band, Plum Loco are extraordinary. Tuneful witty lyrics delivered to a tight hypnotic groove, their music combines melodic and rhythmic surprise with the experience of being on the receiving end of a warm, chocolatey musical hug.
Steve West
Steve has been a fixture of the New Forest folk scene for so long that we suspect that he has grown roots! With a discerning ear for a story and an eye for an injustice, Steve’s carefully crafted original songs explore universal themes which he delivers with a soft passion that belies their depth and scope.
