Steve Knightley returns to the September Festival with his solo show after last appearing as front man of Show Of Hands in 2023 as they began their year-long Final Circle tour. The highly-acclaimed and multi-award-winning singer-songwriter and musician, occupies a prominent position in the Folk/Acoustic and Roots scene.
Festival patron Knightley’s musical journey is deeply intertwined with a profound connection to geographical places, particularly the West Country where he lives.
His 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.
His influential Country Life secured a nomination for the best song at the 2004 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and his impactful anti-banking anthem Arrogance, Ignorance and Greed won Best Song in 2010.
Steve’s composition The Galway Farmer has transcended its origins and is often mistakenly labelled a ‘traditional Irish folk song’, while Cousin Jack has become a modern-day Cornish anthem.
