Maddie Morris + Lyd Arlo

0	LEICESTER: Guildhall
P	Thursday 7th November, 2024
N	7:00pm

LEICESTER: Guildhall

Thursday 7th November, 2024

7:00pm

Event information

“Leading the next generation of socially conscious songwriters” - Jim Moray

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Maddie Morris is an artist who strives to make a difference in the world. Bold, insightful and refreshingly unique, they take traditional song in new directions to shine a light on contemporary issues, offering new perspectives about the world we live in today.

Folk songs have always told stories, but how Maddie makes their mark is by turning this storytelling into action. Described by Jim Moray as “leading the next generation of socially conscious songwriters”, Maddie uses their work to highlight inequality, challenge viewpoints and provide an inclusive space for shared experiences. Maddie was recently commissioned by Unlimited to explore LGBTQIA+ experiences of disability through traditional music, and has also been proud to collaborate with organisations such as Queer Folk, The Bit Collective and Trans Pride Brighton.

Whether they’re a turning centuries-old ballad on its head or writing something completely new, Maddie places their focus on drawing out true meaning rather than being true to tradition. Maddie released their first studio EP Upstream in 2022 to huge critical acclaim. Two years on, they’re following this up with their debut studio album, Skin (release February 2024). Skin is a beautifully crafted collection of songs which amplifies the stories of those often marginalised by society.
Passionately political, yet gently understated, this is music that deftly treads the path between art and activism.

maddiemorrismusic.co.uk

Lyd Arlo (They/Them) is a poet, musician and creative, born and raised in Leicester. Writing on themes of mental health and embracing their queer and trans identity, Lyd is passionate about accessibility in all art forms. After dropping out of school at the age of 15 and being diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder, Lyd took to writing and performing poetry detailing their experiences. Focusing on breaking down the stigma surrounding hearing voices Lyd aims to be a voice for the people often dismissed by society. They are currently working on their first poetry collection.

https://lydarlo.carrd.co/