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Old Spot (Rowan Piggott & Joe Danks) burst onto the scene with a critically acclaimed debut album and a whirlwind UK tour, quickly establishing themselves as a fresh force in old-time music. Praised for their raw energy and expressive musicianship, the duo lit up stages across UK/EU folk, bluegrass, and old-time festivals.
Now, Old Spot continue to push the boundaries of stringband tradition – digging deeper into the roots of old-time while crafting a live show that’s equal parts intimate and electrifying. Their forthcoming album, recorded in the Scottish Borders, captures this evolving sound with fresh material and atmospheric arrangements. Whether trading close harmonies, ripping into a tune, or experimentally reworking a classic, Old Spot captivate audiences with a sound that’s both steeped in tradition and boldly original. “The sound is fresh, modern and spacious, but this remains traditional old time music played with a deep respect and a clear connection to the original recordings. Old Spot is an uplifting melting pot of different approaches which merge seamlessly." – Old Time News |
“Entrancing & hypnotic... music to lose yourself in”
– Americana UK “…every tune a delight… Old Spot’s music comes from a different time and space, but has found new life in the hands of people who value the heritage…” – FATEA Magazine |
Live
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UPCOMING GIGS //
Saturday 28th March – Dovecot Gallery, Doncaster Sunday 29th March – Poppy Folk Club, Nottingham Friday 17th April – The Folklore Rooms, Brighton Saturday 18th April – Haarlem Shop, Wirksworth Sunday 19th April – Sidney & Matilda, Sheffield Tuesday 21st April – The Betsey Trotwood, London Thursday 23rd April – Café Kino, Bristol CONCERTS //
Old Spot are not to be missed – bags of energy, barn-storming tunes and carefully arranged songs from two of the scene's most exciting young talents. With tour windows in April & November, they are also available for festivals across the Summer. |
WORKSHOPS //
Old Spot can offer workshops in clawhammer banjo and fiddle, as well as joint instrumental workshops sharing the joy of old-time music and arrangement with instrumentalists from any background. Both Joe & Rowan have extensive teaching experience and have delivered workshops at festivals all over the UK. SOCIAL DANCE //
Old Spot (with added drone & stomp!) can provide hypnotic and driving music for square dances and contras. “Two exceptionally talented musicians... just the right amount of raw edge and intimate excitement... sheer bliss! It sure hits the spot.”
– Folk London ★★★★★ |
Get In Touch
For bookings please contact our agent, Darren at Strada Music. If you just want to send us fan-mail, tune recommendations, questions about banjo tunings, facts about historic pig breeds etc. feel free to use the contact form here.
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