Yorkshire-based folk trio LONAN met through the lively Leeds music scene. The trio’s strong friendship and musical foundations were solidified when, after hearing the likelihood of an upcoming lockdown, they quickly moved in together and decided to use the time to do some recording in Timmis’ basement studio.

This resulted in their first single, ‘Following Orders’, released in April 2021 (which, in keeping with the story of the song, raised money for the Leeds homeless charity St George’s Crypt) and their debut album Forever Has Flown, released in August 2021.

Lonan often draw upon contemporary issues as well as traditional song, exploring the eclectic musical palettes of Evan Davies (mandolin, fiddle, guitar, vocals), Katy Ryder (flute, whistles, guitar, vocals) and Robin Timmis (guitar, fiddle, vocals).

Lonan have performed at festivals including Llangollen International Eisteddfod, Hebden Bridge Folk Festival and Northern Green Gathering, and their music has been played on shows such as Mike Norris’ Classic Folk and Ian Anderson’s Podwireless, as well as a living room concert live on Chapel FM. In the summer of 2024 they began working on their next highly-anticipated release at Greenmount Studios, and this EP is planned to be released in the autumn.

“Wonderful vocal harmonies, delicate arrangements and slick musicianship. With bags of personality and an infectious passion for great folk music, Lonan are a trio not to be missed!” – Marc, MEWL Music

“Fantastic, absolutely beautiful!” – Sian, Chapel FM Radio

Advance tickets £7/£6 concessions available from HEART reception and online

OTD on the night from 5pm £10/£9 concessions

Doors 7pm Music 7.15pm