The London Roots Festival is back for its tenth year, showcasing a rich mix of established and rising stars in the world of Roots music. Spanning from Thursday, October 3rd to Tuesday, November 26th, 2024, this year's festival promises twelve live shows across London, bringing together diverse musical genres and legendary performers.

Founded in 2014 by veteran promoter David Messer, the festival was created as a platform for up-and-coming artists to perform alongside established musicians. Since its inception, it has grown to include an eclectic blend of folk, country, Americana, blues, singer-songwriters, and world music. With a name change in 2018 to "The London Roots Festival," it has since become one of the premier music events in London, featuring a lineup that reflects the evolving and vibrant roots music scene.

“We’re proud to celebrate 10 years of incredible music,” said David Messer, Festival Founder and Owner of DMP Live. “This year’s diverse lineup of artists and genres is a true reflection of how the festival has evolved. We invite everyone to come out and experience as much live music as they can, and continue to support these incredible artists.”

Notable Performers Over the Years
London Roots Festival has been proud to host some of the most talented musicians, including: African Gospel Choir, Brandi Carlile, Aoife O'Donovan, Fantastic Negrito, Foy Vance, Rhiannon Giddens, and many more.

2024 Festival Lineup and Highlights

• Thursday, October 3rd, 2024 | Hawksley Workman | The Water Rats, King’s Cross
  A JUNO Award-winning artist, Hawksley’s genre-defying mix of folk and pop guarantees a dynamic performance. Tickets

• Friday, October 4th, 2024 | DARDUST | Hoxton Hall
  Renowned for blending classical and contemporary music with electronic elements, DARDUST brings his new "Urban Impressionism" tour to London. Tickets

• Tuesday, October 8th, 2024 | Rachel Baiman | The Slaughtered Lamb
  Chicago-born and Nashville-based fiddler, Rachel Baiman, brings a mix of traditional bluegrass and poignant political commentary. Tickets

• Thursday, October 24th, 2024 | The John Martyn Project | The Round Chapel
  A tribute to the music of John Martyn featuring six talented artists, offering a heartfelt performance honoring Martyn's legacy. Tickets

• Saturday, October 26th, 2024 | Bob Harris & Colin Hall – ‘The Songs The Beatles Gave Away’ | Bush Hall
  BBC’s Bob Harris and Colin Hall dive into the rare and forgotten songs of The Beatles in this intimate and nostalgic performance. Tickets

• Tuesday, October 29th, 2024 | Calibro 35 Plays Morricone Audiovisual Concert | Union Chapel
  An immersive audiovisual concert celebrating the music of Ennio Morricone, presented in collaboration with Studio Cliché and the Italian Cultural Institute. Tickets

• Saturday, November 2nd, 2024 | Jake Isaac | Village Underground
  South London singer-songwriter Jake Isaac brings his soulful, heartfelt music to Village Underground, following collaborations with artists like Sting and Paloma Faith. Tickets

• Monday, November 11th, 2024 | Police Dog Hogan | Lafayette
  Folk-country act Police Dog Hogan takes the stage with their energetic mix of banjo, accordion, and fiddle in a performance that promises to bring the house down. Tickets

Venues
The festival will take place across some of London’s most iconic venues, including Union Chapel, Islington Assembly Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall at Southbank Centre, and more intimate locations like The Water Rats and Grand Junction.

For more information, please visit the London Roots Festival website or purchase tickets through See Tickets and Dice.