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The Red Lion, Vicarage Road King’s Heath, Birmingham B14 7LY. Wednesday 7.45 pm. Doors open 7.15 pm. Finish around 10.30 pm. |
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Red Lion Folk Club Autumn 2025 / Spring 2026 |
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Dec 3rd |
Found in a Field Plus Alvechurch Men & Ragged Oak |
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£12 |
Found in a Field’ are a delightful group hailing from across Birmingham and Worcestershire’s folk circuit. They draw influence from long-lost ballads, Victorian Music Hall, Border Morris, eccentric poetry, alcohol, Pre-Raphaelitism and scratchy old records. With a full and rich, multi-instrumental sound, they can go from the beautiful to the hilarious with ease. They will be accompanied by two Morris sides—Alvechurch Men and Ragged Oak. |
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Dec 10th |
The Lost Notes Plus Susy Wall |
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£14 |
Always a favourite at the club This local group are a real treat! They are (partly) based in Moseley where politics, drunkenness, misery and glee abound. It makes for a great night out! Oli Jobes likes folk, Ben Mills likes jazz and they contend to cover a wide spectrum of music from RnB, funk, blues, country and folk-a fast-paced set that is always high on fun and audience engagement., So be ready for a fabulous evening of fun, dance and music. |
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Dec 17th |
Mad Jocks and Englishmen’s Christmas Extravaganza |
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£14 |
We end the autumn programme with the traditional Mad Jock’s Christmas Extravaganza. As always we have no idea what to expect except a wonderful evening to end the year. Their music includes a blend of contemporary music, bluegrass and country with a generous helping of (politically incorrect) humour. Essential preparation for the rigours of a family Christmas. This will be your last opportunity to see the Jocks as it be their last ever concert. |
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Jan14th |
Christopher Crompton & Julie Disney Plus TBA |
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£12 |
Tonight Christopher Crompton and Julie Disney combine to provide what will be a truly great evening. He is a singer-songwriter, musician, writer and poet who’s work is created from a diverse palette of influences. His distinctive voice and guitar playing create a unique sound. Julia is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, singer-songwriter and arranger. Strong folk influences are combined with classical training. Her voice that has been likened to the great Sandy Denny and to Joni Mitchell, |
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Jan21st |
John Richards Band Plus TBA |
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£12 |
John Richards has been writing, and people have covered his songs, for nearly fifty years now. This line up has the wonderful vocals of John’s daughter Emma, the excellent fiddle and vocals of Emily Sanders and the outstanding musicianship of Jim Sutton on Double Bass and Keyboards with a collection of John’s songs old and new that you will probably be humming for days after the gig. |
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Jan28th |
Lauren South & Keith Donnelly |
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£14 |
Keith Donnelly, one of the most popular, and, yes slightly crazy, figures in the folk world, teams up with the scene’s most exciting new voice - Lauren South. Anyone who’s heard these musicians separately will hopefully be as thrilled as we are to have this duo back at the club. |
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Feb 4th |
TBA Plus TBA |
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Feb 11th |
TBA Plus TBA |
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Feb 18th |
Blackeard’s Tea Party |
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£16 no member discounts |
Hold on to your tri-corn hats and be prepared to stamp your wooden legs – Blackbeard’s Tea Party are in town. Sea-shanties will be given a bombastic rock edge, and folk instrumentals will become late-night floor-fillers when this raucous bunch of reprobates hit the stage. They have dirt under their fingernails and a twinkle in their eyes, and you can expect fantastic musicianship, playful choreography and an unstoppable urge to move your body. |
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Feb 25th |
Oli Jobes Plus TBA |
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£12 |
Oli Jobes is the folk part of the popular Lost Notes band but is here performing by himself. Expect songs from almost every genre of folk and beyond which together with Oli’s extensive guitar skills and his vast vocal range guarantee a tremendous evening. |
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Mar 4th |
Vo Fletcher & Loz Kingsley Plus TBA |
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£12 |
Vo Fletcher ( guitar and vocals) has played with an abundance of fine musicians; Nigel Kennedy, Fairport Convention, The Albion Morris Band , and Rik Mayall to name just a few . Loz Kingsley ( mandolin and vocals) has played in bands big and small and recently released his album “ Vintage Mandolin” Together as a duo, they perform material best described as GoodTime Blues. As well as acoustic, imaginative versions of great songs by Dylan, The Stones , Ry Cooder, Johnny Cash and many more. You will enjoy their relaxed blend of rehearsed and improvised material. |
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Mar 11th |
Phil Beer |
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£20 no member discounts |
There’s nothing we can say about Phil Beer that hasn’t already been said better by others. He’s a world-class, award winning multi-instrumentalist, singer, arranger and composer and we’re delighted to welcome him back to the club. |
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Mar 18th |
TBA Plus TBA |
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Mar 25th |
Kings Heathens Plus TBA |
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£12 |
David Fisher walked into Evan C Ritchie’s barber shop for a haircut carrying the implements of his busking trade. Conversation revealed a mutual love of the traditional music of the ocean and the land, and Kings Heathens was formed. Evan C Ritchie is from Texas and came to the club for the first time in 2022. Individually they are great: together spectacular. |
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Apr 1st |
Emily Maguire Plus Jody Prewett |
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£14 |
With seven albums and five books to her name, British singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, composer and poet Emily Maguire is truly “a talent to be reckoned with”. With a remarkable, inspiring story to tell, her thought-provoking lyrics, supremely expressive voice and spellbinding live performances have won her fans across the globe. She has toured with Don McLean, performing in the Albert Hall, and with other major acts, and played the acoustic stage at Glastonbury Emily is now based back in the UK and we are thrilled she has agreed to play at the Red Lion. |
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Apr 8th |
CLOSED |
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Apr 15th |
Ranagri Plus TBA |
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£16 no member discounts |
Ranagri is an award winning folk band from Ireland and England. With a unique blend of instruments that includes voices, guitar, bouzouki, flutes, whistles, harp/electric harp, and bodhrán/drums, they create a sound that is both mesmerising and unforgettable. Ranagri has established themselves as a standout act, drawing in crowds from around the world with their captivating live performances and exceptional musicianship. |
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Apr 22nd |
TBA Plus TBA |
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Apr 29th |
Edwina Hayes Plus TBA |
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£14 |
We are absolutely delighted that Edwina has agreed to come to the Club. Her beautifully written songs, charming stage presence and voice of an angel have won her a reputation as a true natural talent of gentle folk-Americana. She has opened numerous shows for Jools Holland and Van Morrison as well as her own gigs playing stages from Glastonbury to the Royal Albert Hall. Dividing her time between the UK and America, Edwina's second home is Nashville where she is much loved as a songwriter and artist. |
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May 6th |
Juniper Folk Plus TBA |
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£14 |
Based in the West-Midlands, Juniper is a six-piece folk band who bring their own style and flair to traditional English, Scottish and Irish tunes. Genre-bending, energising, mesmerising, boundary-crossing, Juniper are a group of close friends who combine their collective musical influences on the stage to create a show full of bold, intriguing traditional and contemporary sounds. |
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May 13th |
Paul Walker & Karen Pfeiffer Plus TBA |
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£12 |
Whilst Paul Walker & Karen Pfeiffer are acclaimed for their image provoking song-writing, expressive vocals and authentic musicianship, they are frequently recalled for their warmth, humour and their remarkable ability to engage with their audience. Karen’s natural theatricality and life affirming playful energy compliments charmingly with Paul’s calm geniality and combined they magically turn a great performance into a real event. |
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May 20th |
Bob Fox Plus TBA |
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£14 |
For 50 years BOB FOX has been regarded as one of “the iconic voices” of British folk song. Masterful interpretation of traditional and contemporary song combined with an outstanding guitar technique has earned him countless nominations in the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. Bob was “Songman” in The National Theatre’s production of WarHorse and can also be heard singing extensively on the new BBC Radio Ballads. Don’t miss the chance to see and hear one of our finest exponents of story telling through song, expect to hear of love, joy, work and humour all accompanied by a wonderful guitar style that can both drive or embellish his supreme singing. |
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Prices are for non-members. Members - £2 less unless otherwise indicated. Membership costs only £10 and lasts for a year. Please note, if you book online there will be an additional 10% booking fee. For on-line sales we can only sell tickets at the non-members price. If you are a member please purchase a full price ticket and we will give you a refund on the door. Students half price. Again, if booking on-line purchase a full price ticket and we will give you a refund on the door. Non-members are always most welcome. Tickets are available on the door. Advance tickets may be purchased from the club during any performance or online via this page. For most concerts we have enough seats for all. However, for a few events latecomers will have to stand. Please note a ticket guarantees admission, not a seat. |
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