Icarus Williams The entirely unfamous holler folk musician, stand up comedian, player of such classic venues as Hebden Trades Club and the Surf Cafe and 300 mile marcher of the people’s march for the NHS, Icarus has shared the bill with acts as diverse as Billy Bragg, Attila the Stockbroker and Werbeniuk. The guttural pleasantly […]

Nico & Coby We give you the stunning vocals and seminal musical skills of the Prestwich grown and stardom bound Nico & Coby. Bringing a jazz, electro, hip hop and folk style jamming session to the stage of The La, intimate cool and downright smashing. Werbeniuk Tearing down from Teeside, it’s Werbeniuk. Enigmatic, elusive and […]

Ben Williams Ben is one of Manchester’s most respected musicians, having worked with Grammy award winning producers and supporting the likes of Nile Rodgers and Chic, Mick Hucknall, Will Young and Lisa Stansfield live. In 2015 he went solo, receiving airplay on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Introducing Manchester. A new acoustic album – Minimum […]

Callow Youth We welcome back Callow Youth, a fresh, young 4 piece band from Failsworth/Tameside – Manc Legend Clint Boon had this to say about their self-released debut ‘Into The Sun’ – “Proper anthem from a bunch of young local lads. Great work fellahs xxx” Dave Viney Mancunian performance poet and playwright, Dave Viney is […]

Granfalloon We’re delighted to bring you the talented Granfalloon this month, a duo of musicians from the UK and Germany based in Manchester and Barcelona. They make ‘folktronica’ – a mixture of lo-fi folk, experimental music, and electronica, “perfect for sunny days outside as well as for downtime moments of quiet contemplation.” Darlings of BBC […]

Mrs No Overall Post-menopausal Real Princess of Yorkshire. Bend me over backwards on the hostess trolley and look at the muck in here! Mrs No Overall – the Queen of Domestic Hygiene, Grime Watch consultant, spot stain specialist is tooled up to the hairnet to get right round round your U bend as she brings […]

Pat Lyons Pat Lyons is a singer / songwriter from Prestwich, Manchester. Taking inspiration from the musical heritage of his native city, and drawing upon a range of musical styles that include indie, blues, and folk music, Pat has crafted his own melodic blend of acoustic guitar pop. Major influences inclde Dylan, The National, Oasis, […]

We welcome back the uber talented Mano McLaughlin playing tracks from his second sold album Then Lightning. His songs are timeless and weave bitter-sweet pop and folk melodies with lush harmonies. Using intimate home recordings as a foundation, Mano is joined by drummer and producer Tim Thomas and bass player Gary Hadfield to add lush […]

Kirk McElhinney Passionate Manchester singer-songwriter Kirk McElhinney is no stranger to Sha La! ‘Exciting and engaging…full of surprises’ says the Daily Express. Kirk is a master of the acoustic guitar. His soulful voice and insightful lyrics mixed with a rich and vibrant mosaic of picking give him a sound that is both unique and enticing. […]

Bo Weavil   5-piece traditional folk and blues act from Lancashire, Bo Weavil showcase old time and country blues from the 1920s and 30s, creating good times from happy hoedown to folk festivals.  Described by Band on the Wall as ‘a positive string orchestra with melodica and harmonica thrown in for good measure’, they are […]