FROME: HydeAway

Thursday 10th October, 2024

7:00pm

Event information

Night River Presents: John Smith

A magically intimate micro concert featuring John Smith, hosted by DG Solaris.

Steeped in the lineage of British folk and American guitar music, taking his cue from Richard Thompson, John Martyn and Ry Cooder, Smith has evolved a transatlantic blend of fingerstyle and slide guitar techniques. His deeply romantic and vivid songwriting, combined with his innovative guitar work, have won him a loyal following. His honey-on-gravel voice and mesmerizing fingerstyle guitar are undeniable. Sometimes using a slide, sometimes with guitar on his lap, sometimes detuning mid-song or pulling subtle expressions out of an array of effect pedals, Smith’s obsession with the instrument has made a master of him. Whether by way of an album or a live show, he always leads the listener on a viscerally emotional journey.

‘Wonderfully unforced’ — ★★★★ The Independent
‘Spellbinding’ — Time Out

Don't miss this incredibly rare opportunity to catch this wonderful talent on the intimate HydeAway stage. There are only 30 seats so book yours today.

Doors 7pm, music starts at 8pm. Please be punctual to ensure you have time to find a seat and get a drink.