Please note the Age Restriction on this Event is 16+

One to watch” - NSAI – Nashville Songwriters Association International

Americana UK 2021 “Emerging Artist” Runner Up

GSMC 2021 Music Award “Newcomer” Finalist

Fretsore Records recording artist John Jenkins is carving out a path for himself as a renowned singer/songwriter on the UK folk, country, and Americana scene. He is a critically acclaimed recording artist and staple of the Liverpool singer-songwriter scene. He plays solo or with his band “John Jenkins and The James Street Band”. His 2021 UK tour was performed with Pippa Murdie on Mandolin, guitar and backing vocals.

From his early years in bands The Persuaders and Come in Tokio (both of which made waves in the 80s with support on BBC Radio 1) to his recent success in the root’s scene, Jenkins has developed an engaged audience of fans in the rock, country, and Americana formats. He has established himself as a live touring act, both solo and collaboratively with his band “John Jenkins and the James Street Band” Chris Difford (Squeeze), Jarrod Dickenson, and Steve Tilson in the last 2 years.

Jenkins latest body of work, 2021’s ‘If You Can’t Forgive You Can’t Love’ gained critical acclaim in the likes of RnR, Folk Radio UK and Americana UK with support from Ralph McLean (BBC Radio Ulster).

 Doors 7pm | Show starts at 8pm 

Numerous drinks including 2-4-1 cocktails (7pm-8pm) will be available from our Blind Pig bar until 11:30pm 

Street style food by our caterer Boysenberry