TRANSATLANTIC  folk band The Magpies bring their sublime harmonies with exquisite musicianship to Pavilions Teignmouth next month.

Rapidly  becoming one of the most exciting and innovative acts on the contemporary roots scene, The Magpies traverse Anglo and American roots, drawing inspiration from traditional Celtic folk, bluegrass and Appalachian trails, to create an effortless melting pot of music.

Accomplished musicians in their own right, founding members Bella Gaffney (singer-songwriter, guitarist and banjoist) and Holly Brandon ( fiddle player and tunesmith) perform alongside gifted singer-songwriter and guitarist Ellie Gowers. 

These talented young musicians work collaboratively to create their fresh brand of transatlantic folk and champion gender equality in the music industry, with a fervent thread of feminism running through their music.

Following the release of the band’s critically acclaimed debut album in 2020, The Magpies released their second album Undertow in October 2022.

With a sound that pushes boundaries and brings a fresh voice to the current milieu, the album’s success came as no surprise, with a quarter of a million streams on Spotify, a place in the Official Folk Albums Chart Top 40 and a live session on BBC Radio 2.

Their live shows are known for their high energy and wry delivery, transporting audiences to distant lands with ethereal voices and glistening instrumentals.

In their live performances, The Magpies have been exceptionally well-received, touring extensively throughout the UK, with festival highlights including Glastonbury, Cambridge, and Deer Shed and international performances in USA, Canada, Ireland, Portugal and Luxembourg. 

Tickets for the 7.30pm gig October 9 can be booked at https://pavilionsteignmouth