Performer Name: Lo-fi Jones

Show Name: Lo-fi Jones

Show Description

Lo-fi Jones are a rising force in Welsh folk. High-energy and unpredictable, this award-winning 4-piece enjoy connecting with audiences through an eclectic, multilingual blend of original songs, infused with surreal humour. Forged in Eryri by brothers Liam and Siôn Rickard, Lo-fi Jones are now based in Machynlleth. Their line-up is completed by Nicaraguan multi-instrumentalist Rolando Bertrand and the versatile 'Badger' Brown. Together, they fuse contemporary and traditional styles, straddling genres , and touching upon a wide range of themes such growing up in rural North Wales, climate change, and faulty toasters. The band’s recent accolades include winning the Traditional Singing category at the Pan-Celtic Festival 2024. They were also shortlisted for Best English Language Folk Song at the Welsh Folk Awards, and were crowned winners of the ‘Battle of the Folk Bands’ at the National Eisteddfod 2023.

atmospheric, folk, indi-pop-rock...go wild! But not too much flashing. Subtle is good for us.
4x vocal mics monitors DI for guitar & fiddle DI or bass amp for bass Percussion: overhead + kick drum mic 2xmics for accordion (left & right)
os dymunwch / on request
"Like an excellent home brew..." - Adam Walton, BBC Radio Wales Award-winning 4-piece Lo-fi Jones, are a rising force in Welsh-language folk. High-energy and unpredictable, Lo-fi Jones enjoy connecting with audiences through an eclectic, multilingual blend of original songs, infused with surreal humour. Also available for Twmpath events, with a repertoire of traditional Welsh songs and tunes. Recent accolades include: • Winners: Traditional Singing category and Best Composition in Traditional Mode, Pan-Celtic Festival 2024 • Shortlisted: Best English Language Folk Song, Welsh Folk Awards • Winners: 'Battle of the Folk Bands', National Eisteddfod 2023 Though rooted in the small town of Machynlleth, Lo-fi Jones are excited to be spreading their branches beyond Wales’ borders. [Lo-fi Jones are also available as a duo, or as a larger group with additional musicans e.g. cello, brass section]