Bridget St John (Supported by Chris Brain)
August 12 AT 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Bridget St John is one of the most distinctive and influential voices to emerge from the British folk revival. Discovered by John Peel in the late 1960s, she was signed to Dandelion Records, the label founded by Peel, and went on to release two critically revered albums, Ask Me No Questions (1969) and Songs for the Gentle Man (1971). Her music — marked by intimate vocals, intricate guitar work and poetic lyricism — has since become cult listening, widely regarded as ahead of its time.
Maintaining a busy touring schedule, St John performs regularly with Evie Sands and her band and released a new album. Also returning to UK stages, including FolkEast in 2025 as well as shows in London with fellow Les Cousins alumni, St John has toured Japan on multiple occasions, and appeared at festivals across Europe and the East Coast of the USA. She continues to write, record, and explore collaborations with various contemporary artists including Steve Gunn, Arandel, David Nagler, Emma Tricca, German cellist Emily Wittbrodt, and LA keyboardist Willie Aron.
