Sword II
the hope & ruin
tue 8 sep · 8.00pm

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Kilimanjaro Presents: MICHAEL MCGOVERN Glasgow-born singer-songwriter Michael McGovern has rapidly established himself as one of the standout voices in contemporary folk, blending poetic lyricism with intricate nylon-string guitar and an increasingly expansive sound. Following the breakout success of his single ‘Evelyn’, his latest album Thin White Road marked a major milestone, earning critical acclaim and securing a place in the charts, further cementing his growing reputation across the UK and Ireland. When Paul Mescal publicly shared his adoration for ‘Evelyn’, Michael’s career soared to new heights. In March he completed a 26-date sold-out tour of Ireland, followed by a three-night sold-out run in London in May, boasting a fast-growing and deeply engaged audience. Michael’s songwriting is rich in storytelling and atmosphere. Rooted in his signature fingerpicking style, his live shows now open out into the fuller sound of Thin White Road, with more dynamic band arrangements. “I love it, what an unexpected gem!” - Paul Brady + support 18+
the hope & ruin
tue 8 sep · 8.00pm

the hope & ruin
thu 10 sep · 6.30pm

the hope & ruin
fri 11 sep · 7.00pm

the hope & ruin
sat 12 sep · 4.30pm

SairieNew album Beneath the Spreading Tree is on the way.album announcedout 12 sepon bandcamp →
MilerSingle launch at the folklore rooms.single launchfri 11 sepgig details →
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band · surf rock · dream pop · shoegaze · brighton, uk
A brighton band who put bright surf guitar against hazy dream pop and a wash of shoegaze. Their debut ep is out in september 2026 and gets a launch show at the folklore rooms, with the set built for the immersive end of that sound.