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At Folk and Tumble, we bring you the latest news on record releases, upcoming tours, and anything else you need to know about your favourite folk musicians.

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Sunflowerfest 2020: The show must go on…line

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21st July 2020

Nothing stops the team at Sunflowerfest, not even a global pandemic. The festival crew have been hard at work and you can enjoy the show... from home!

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John Prine, one of the world’s great songwriters dies at 73

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8th April 2020

Remembering the life and works of the two-time Grammy award winning great John Prine who sadly passed away in Nashville, Tennessee at the age of 73.

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Lukas Nelson and Promise of the Real announce Belfast show

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3rd March 2020

With new album 'The Naked Garden' due for release this year, Lukas Nelson and Promise of the Real have announced a tour stop-off in The Limelight, Belfast.

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Teddy Thompson reveals upcoming album and tour dates

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20th February 2020

Just under a decade since his last solo record, Teddy Thompson returns with 'Heartbreaker Please', debuting the title track and touring with John Grant.

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Lineup and ticket announcements from Ards International Guitar Festival 2020

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20th February 2020

Showcasing talent from around the world. Ards and North Down Borough Council is pleased to announce the 2020 Ards International Guitar Festival programme.

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Ashley McBryde announces new album and tour dates

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19th February 2020

Ashley McBryde starts the year with news of her upcoming album 'Never Will' and a series of tour dates for the country-rocker across the UK and Ireland.

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Bright Eyes back on the road with new tour dates for 2020

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18th February 2020

Bright Eyes announce details of a world tour after a 9-year break. The 35-date run takes in Japan, United States of America, Europe, and the UK.

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Scotty McCreery announces UK and Irish tour dates

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18th February 2020

Critically acclaimed and multi-platinum selling country star, Scotty McCreery announces UK and Ireland tour dates including The Limelight, Belfast.

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New music and European tour dates from Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit

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12th February 2020

Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit return with a brand new album 'Reunions', and news of a supporting tour including ten dates across Europe in November 2020.