Events

Folklore Sessions Presents; Andrea Von Kampen + Support 14th August | The Folklore Rooms £14adv | 18+ Andrea von Kampen is a Nebraska-based singer-songwriter whose music blends intimate storytelling, poetic lyricism, and warm acoustic arrangements. Rooted in the landscapes of the Great Plains, her songs explore connection-to the natural world, to one another, and to the quiet moments that shape us. With over 60 million Spotify streams, releases on Fantasy Records, and appearances at some of the most respected folk and Americana festivals, von Kampen has built a devoted global following. Her national breakthrough came early, earning a Top 10 NPR Tiny Desk shout-out in 2016, which introduced her thoughtful songwriting to a wider audience. In 2019, she self-released her debut full-length album, Old Country, a collection of reflective folk songs that found success on Spotify and among indie bloggers, establishing her as an emerging voice in the contemporary folk scene. In 2021, von Kampen signed with Fantasy Records and released her sophomore album, That Spell, further refining her lyrical and melodic sensibilities. The record expanded her reach and led to extensive touring and festival appearances. The following year, she made her acting and film debut starring in the independent […]

Folklore Sessions Presents; Elephant Kind + Support September 14th £10adv | The Folklore Rooms 18+ In Indonesia, the band have won big at awards ceremonies including The Indonesian Cutting Edge Music Awards and amassed a wealth of nominations at The AMI's and The Indonesia's Choice Awards. Their success at home also saw some of the most culturally impactful brands approach the band for collaborations, working with the likes of Gucci, Dior, Vans and Dr. Martens to name a few. Kevin Septanto and Bayu Adisapoetra make up a trio with Mastro, working together to create the genre-straddling Elephant Kind sound, bringing together a multitude of inspirations and styles to craft something remarkably unique. With this new dynamic comes a new writing style, with a full band involvement rather than simply a solo entity. The band's forthcoming project is undoubtedly the start of a new era, taking on board a fresh creative process to create arguably their most forward thinking work to date. When it comes to live, the next year will see Elephant Kind introduced to a totally new audience, with a whole new country of fans to engage with. As one of the country's definitive alternative outfits they're also a […]

Folklore Sessions Presents; Axel Flovent + Support 15th October | The Folklore Rooms £15adv | 18+ Axel Flóvent is an Icelandic indie-folk artist whose soft, introspective songs blend Nordic melancholy with a warm, hopeful atmosphere. Growing up in a musical family in Húsavík, he began releasing raw, early demos that led to his breakout single, "Forest Fires," which is now streamed over 90 million times. His music draws from influences such as Bon Iver and Adrianne Lenker, blending gentle folk, ambient textures, and emotional honesty. After years of living in Reykjavík, Axel has returned to his hometown, where he continues to craft reflective, heartfelt songs - including new releases like singles "Nowhere" (December 19th 2025), "In The Grass" (January 30th 2026) and his upcoming EP, Fleeing the Shore set for April 24th 2026. That marks his first fully self-produced body of work. "Cute, melodic inflections." - CLASH "...a master of emotive and thoughtful songwriting." - The Line of Best Fit "...crafting the kind of timeless, universally human ballad that will outlast us all." - Atwood Magazine