Friday 21st

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Henri Pearson

Been part of the media & entertainment industries for the past 10 years. Mixture of pop inspired originals & covers. Henri's first single Stormy Weather was played on various radio stations & had a global audience. Performs at venues & festivas across the UK. Look out for his latest single, which is released on February 14th.

 

The Tinderbox Experience

The Tinderbox Experience are a local father & son band. Steve & Louie Appleyard perform original Blues Rock material. Good stage presence, great double act who complement each other. Worthy of a visit to the Rhu-bar tent!

 

Daisy Dorothy

Is a singer-songwriter from Wakefield district. The poetic nature of her lyrics 'paints floating dandelions and whispering winds across a timeless landscape' along with her unique finger-picking guitar style.

 

Tim Pheby

Experienced singer-songwriter based in York. Expect heartfelt toe tapping renditions of lively songs about life, love and football. 

 

Scott Wainwright

Singer & musician: Maverick creator of stomping Blues, soothing spirituals and world fusion sounds. A regular performer at the UK's Blues Festivals.

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Jilly Riley & Stu Fletcher

Jilly Riley,  accomplished musician, singer-songwriter, fronted own band & sung solo, now teamed up with Stu Fletcher (of The Seahorses) to  bring you passionate, heartfelt music with a good feeling vibe. Expect originals & covers inspired by ambient folk/country/indie pop/rock. 

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Sat 22nd

Mark Evergreen

Acoustic versions inspired by pop, indie and rock. Singer-songwriter, guitarist putting passion and heartfelt emotion into covers & originals.

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 Charlie Padfield

Rock, folk, garage, folk, indie pop, you will hear an eclectic mix from this singer-songwriter, guitarist from West Yorkshire. Expect originals & covers delivered by Charlie in his engaging live performance style.

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 The Spartans 

Wakefield duo from TV Tune themed covers band :Cathode Ray & the Test Tube Babies . For the Rhubarb Festival will play a mixture of acoustic alternative covers, not from the TV!

 

Connor Walsh

Singer-songwriter from Wakefield, who made his mark with various releases like On the line. His music is inspired by personal experiences & the stark beauty of northern England, blending introspective storytelling with evocative melodies.

 

Paula Ryan

Award winning singer-songwriter originally from Tipperary, a unique voice in the contemporary folk world. Her music infuses Celtic lyricism & passion for her Irish Gaelic roots. Multi-instrumentalist whose powerful songs make you think. 

 

R n P Blues

Regan & Paul vocal & guitar duo (also members of Rack of Nails Blues/Country trio), expect originals & covers inspired by a love of blues with a groove. 

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Sunday 23rd

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Zarina 

Talented young singer-songwriter, played guitar from the age of 11 years, also plays drums, piano & saxophone. Performs a diverse repertoire from 1950's rock & roll to contemporary indie pop, delivered in her unique style.

 

Foxpalmer

London based Artistes with interesting blend of rock, American style folk & lush indie. Foxpalmer's captivating performances have won acclaim across the UK, supporting acts such Blue Tones, & Dodgy. Played at many festivals including Cambridge Rock Festival

 

Fishing for Compliments (Duo)

The duo are members of the 5-piece Fishing for Compliments, folk/pop from Huddersfield. Expect an upbeat sound with uplifting, catchy intriguing songs. You will want to give them compliments after you've heard them play in the Rhu-bar tent.

 

Olivia & Ed

Originally from Skelmanthorpe & Hudderfield, now based in North Yorkshire & Tyneside, Olivia & Ed have played together for years in a band, and as a duo. They return to West Yorkshire regularly to play their mix of acoustic pop, rock & indie covers 

 

Ryan Mitchell-Smith

Blues inspired guitarist, ace harmonica player & song writer from Wakefield district. Influences jazz, blues, pop. Catchy originals & a few acoustic cover versions.