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Saturday 23 & Sunday 24 November 2024
Folk Cancer is a 2 day music fundraiser at Penistone Paramount in aid of Yorkshire Cancer Research and Cancer Research UK and Northern Ireland, hosted by the acclaimed singer and banjo player Damien O’Kane.
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Kathrine Priddy – The Hunch – Common Culture
Sat 23rd November, 2.00pm
We start off the weekend with an exciting performance by new local band Common Culture who have been raising the roofs (or more big tops) off festivals all over the UK.
Following them will be local veterans The Hunch with their intriguingly crafted classics and soul searching ballads which shine with five-part harmonies and instrumental virtuosity, along with some audacious humour!
Headlining this afternoon is the rising star Katherine Priddy, who has recently supported the legendary Elbow. Her captivating voice and compelling songs promise to set the perfect tone for the weekend.
Kate Rusby – Jaywakers
Sat 23rd November, 7.00pm
Enjoy the multi-talented trio Jaywalkers, known for their virtuosic brand of Americana.
The evening will culminate with a performance by the Barnsley Nightingale herself and headliner, Kate Rusby, whose enchanting, angelic voice and heartfelt storytelling have earned her widespread acclaim and superstar fans such as Ricky Gervais, Ruth Jones, Jennifer Saunders, Dawn French and many more.
Penistone Paramount are pleased to welcome Kate back through the doors with her super band of the cream of folk music.
Martin Joseph – The Young’uns
Sun 24th November, 2.00pm
Don’t miss the extra special double-headliner show featuring The Young’Uns, known for their heart-on-the-sleeve storytelling, beautiful lyrics, warm harmonies, and relentless repartee.
Following them is the inimitable Welsh singer and guitar powerhouse Martyn Joseph, whose energetic and passionate performances create a huge, far-reaching sound with just one man and his guitar.
Eddi Reader – Michael Mcgoldrick & Tim Edey
Sun 24th November, 7.00pm
Concluding the weekend is one of the most exciting duos in the folk scene, Michael McGoldrick & Tim Edey. McGoldrick, recently touring with Mark Knopfler, is regarded as one of the world’s best flute and whistle players. He will be joined by guitar maestro Tim Edey, making this collaboration a breathtaking and unforgettable experience.
Finally, the event will close with a performance by Eddi Reader of Fairground Attraction, one of folk music’s most revered singers and characters. Awarded an MBE in 2006 for services to singing, Eddi with her band brings joyous life to songs from the traditional to the contemporary with a good smattering of laughter along the way.