steve knightley

Steve Knightley, is of course no stranger to Sidmouth Folk Festival and returns this year for a solo performance. Steve is a prominent, highly acclaimed and multi-award-winning singer-songwriter and musician. As a founding member of the much loved Show of Hands, Steve’s musical journey is deeply intertwined with a profound connection to geographical places, particularly the West Country. His body of work, infused with a profound love of English traditional folk music, the songs of Bob Dylan and the poetry of Ted Hughes showcases a unique ability to craft compositions that authentically bridge historical narratives with contemporary themes.
‘A craftsman at the peak of his powers.’ Tony Hall former director general of the BBC
‘Some of the best songs written in the last twenty years.’ Mark Radcliffe BBC Radio 2