The Unthanks + Jonny Kearney And Lucy Farrell

The Mercury-nominated, north-eastern headliners are something of a family affair, featuring Becky Unthank and sister Rachel on main vocals, with Rachel's husband, producer Adrian McNally, on piano. Performing full-blooded traditional ballads and songs in a simple and unadorned way, they draw on their lifelong immersion in the traditional music scene of their Geordie home. In support are a fine young folk couple who The Unthanks have rather taken under their wing.