Phil Maguire and the Balladeers

We are thrilled to welcome back Phil Maguire, this time with his band of exceptional musicians The Balladeers.
Expect an evening of outstanding contemporary folk/rock and blues!
For fans of: Fairport Convention, Lindisfarne, John Martyn & Townes Van Zandt.
Bio bits:
Phil Maguire is a folk and blues musician from South East London but now based in Devon that has been touring their unique blend of contemporary and traditional folk and blues music for over 10 years. A life of gigging on the road birthed a couple of singles that were followed by the EP ‘The Church Bell’ in early 2022. 2023 then saw the release of his debut album ‘Valley Of My Dreams’. A contemporary folk record steeped in the tradition. Over the past 10 years Phil has toured extensively across the UK including notable shows at Green Man & Glastonbury Festival.
In 2025 Phil supported The Wellermen at a sold out O2 Academy Islington show and maintained a busy gigging schedule. January 2027 will see album No. 2 ‘So Much Joy’, a folk/rock record, released into the world with a co-headline tour with US Blues Chart topping artist Will James. Phil performs solo but is often seen on stage with his band as ‘Phil Maguire and the Balladeers’.
Notable performances:
Glastonbury Festival, Green Man Festival, The Troubadour, Spiritual Records, The Louisiana, Green Note, The Jamboree, O2 Academy Islington & Ain’t Nothin’ But The Blues.
Testimonials:
Trust The Doc – “Stunning Indie Folk”
Home Farm Fest – “Phil’s unique voice imbues his story-led songs with a wistful, heart-rending tint. An absolutely stunning act!”
Demerara Records – ” Phil Maguire’s songs were original and impressive as was his guitar and bouzouki playing but, wow, his voice was shuddering and earth shattering at times. What a talent he is.
Boogaloo Radio – “Reminds me of Richard Thompson”
Trust The Doc – “Stunning Indie Folk”