Martin Simpson
Malvern Cube – Sunday 8th June 2025
Advance tickets available via Versatile Arts event tickets from TicketSource.
Prepare to be transported as one of England’s most revered folk musicians, Martin Simpson, brings his extraordinary solo show to Malvern Cube on Sunday 8th June.
Hailed as one of the finest acoustic and slide guitarists in the world, Simpson is a virtuoso performer whose concerts are nothing short of spellbinding. A masterful storyteller and deeply expressive musician, he breathes new life into traditional songs, weaving tales of love, sorrow, beauty, and resilience with stunning musicality and emotional depth.
Simpson’s solo performances are celebrated for their intimacy and intensity, captivating audiences across the UK and beyond. With 32 BBC Radio 2 Folk Award nominations – more than any other artist – his standing in the folk world is unmatched.
He arrives in Malvern fresh from the release of his acclaimed 2024 album Skydancers, a dual CD set featuring a live disc recorded on tour and a studio album showcasing a stellar lineup of guest musicians. His 2023 collaboration with Nashville’s Thomm Jutz, Nothing But Green Willow, drew rave reviews on both sides of the Atlantic, with The Guardian praising Simpson’s “shining guitars” and Guitarist Magazine awarding it 9/10.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering him for the first time, this is a rare chance to see a true master of folk music in his element – heartfelt, honest, and utterly mesmerising.
Advance tickets available via Versatile Arts event tickets from TicketSource.