Old Spot - Live In London

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Old Spot (Rowan Piggott & Joe Danks) burst onto the scene in 2023 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. This gig is part of the UK release tour for their second album Old Spot II.

Now, in 2025/26, 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 new album Old Spot (II), 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.

Support from Steve Blake
Steve Blake is a fiddler and banjo player from London, with a deep knowledge of Appalachian fiddle tunes. A member of The Old Time Wasters and Cut A Shine, he has performed at festivals across the UK and Europe and plays regularly for social dance. Steve draws from a vast repertoire, and this is a rare opportunity to see him perform solo.