John Jones is best known as the powerful and charismatic singer with Oysterband, veterans of the folk and roots scene since the 1980s. They started as The Whitstable Oyster Company Ceilidh Band, one of the best ceilidh bands in the business, which then evolved into the folk/punk/rock group Oysterband, releasing over 20 albums and playing every major festival in the UK, Europe and Canada. They recorded and toured with some of the UK’s most revered folk artists, including acclaimed tours and two award-winning albums with singer June Tabor.
John’s solo work developed alongside his Oysterband duties. In 2009, he released his first solo album, Rising Road, and began walking between gigs with musicians and fans in a group he called The Reluctant Ramblers. In ten years, the Reluctant Ramblers walked over 1000 miles between shows and John released his second album, Never Stop Moving, in 2015.
Now, with Oysterband saying farewell to their armies of faithful fans across the UK and Europe with their hugely successful The Long Goodbye tour, John is about to embark on his next chapter, enlisting the help of his two long-standing friends and fellow musicians: Ray Cooper a.k.a. Chopper and Al Scott. Ray joined Oysterband in 1990 and brought in the cello sound alongside his bass and backing vocals before leaving in 2013 to go solo. Al has been associated with Oysterband for over 30 years as producer and stand-in guitarist. Al joined the band in 2013.
Between them, the trio play a variety of instruments and will be performing a range of songs and tunes from over the years, from each of their back catalogues, alongside new songs and traditional numbers.
The Song Goes On Tour launches across the UK in Spring 2026, with further dates planned at summer festivals and in winter 2026, and with European shows in the pipeline as well. So whilst one chapter may be coming to an end, another is just beginning: The Song Goes On!
Jeremy is one of the UK’s most in-demand singer/pianists. Either solo, or accompanied by his band, he captivates audiences with his natural, soulful voice, his charismatic personality and his own arrangements of jazz, blues and soul classics. Tonight Jeremy brings his quartet to celebrate the release of his brand new album “Older & Wiser”, featuring multi-instrumentalist Steve Parry.
Jeremy has headlined sell out shows at Ronnie Scotts, Pizza Express Soho, the 606 Club and the Jazz Café. He has performed at the North Sea Jazz Festival, and headlines annually at Berlin’s premier jazz club The “A Trane”. In 2014, his version of the beautiful Marc Cohn song “The Things We’ve Handed Down” was featured on BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs and then hit number 1 in the iTunes vocal download chart. This song has been re-recorded for the new album.
Jeremy is the UK’s foremost artist paying tribute to the music of Ray Charles with his big band “Ray Charles Project”. He played the Manchester, London, Wigan and Scarborough Jazz festivals and graced the main stage at the renowned Love Supreme Jazz Festival 2019.
He has just completed his third run at the Edinburgh Fringe this August with his hit show “MOJO”. He is touring South America with this show in March 2026
Ranagri is an award-winning folk band from Ireland and England. With a unique blend of instruments that includes voices, guitar, bouzouki, flutes, whistles, harp/electric harp, and bodhrán/drums, they create a sound that is both mesmerising and unforgettable. The band has recorded five studio albums to date, with their latest release, Tradition II, receiving critical acclaim upon its release in July 2022. Folk Radio UK placed the album in their top 10 albums of 2022, cementing the band’s status as one of the most exciting and innovative folk bands in the UK today.
They have performed at some of the most prestigious venues and festivals across the UK and Europe, including Cambridge Folk Festival, Bloom festival (Dublin), Montelago festival (Italy),Towersey Festival, a headline slot at Costa Festival Ibiza 2023, Birmingham Symphony Hall, The Union Chapel, Kings Place London along with regular tours of Scotland and Europe.
Ranagri are Dónal Rogers, a prolific songwriter and producer, who has joined forces with the exceptional skills of renowned flautist Eliza Marshall, harpist Eleanor Dunsdon and percussionist Jordan Murray. Together, they establish a fresh and modern sonic landscape within the folk genre, captivating audiences both domestically and internationally, an energetic festival band yet equally at home with their more intimate writing and thought provoking lyrics.
They are as happy to make you dance as they are to make you smile or shed a tear, passionately delving into current world topics, playing with politics, and creating uplifting music to lyrics with great depth.
Steve Nieve has been a central musical collaborator of Elvis Costello for over three decades, first as a member of The Attractions and more recently with The Imposters. He has appeared on numerous Costello albums, and was a key creative partner on the album and international tour Painted From Memory with Elvis Costello and Burt Bacharach. Steve is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and received a Grammy Award in 2019 for his work on Look Now.
Alongside his work with Costello, Nieve has developed an extensive solo career as a pianist and composer, releasing a series of piano-led albums including Keyboard Jungle, It’s Raining Somewhere, Lazy Point, Welcome to the Voice, Mumu, Together and Windows.
About Love is a musical evening imagined and written by Muriel Teodori, bringing together voice, piano, spoken text and simple visual cues. In this project, Nieve performs alongside singer and producer Kessada in an intimate duo format, combining original material with personal reinterpretations of Elvis Costello, Tom Waits and Nick Lowe.
Gospel power meets reggae spirit in a unique, soul-stirring live experience.
Following their sold-out success with Paul Simon’s Graceland, the London African Gospel Choir now bring a fresh and exhilarating take on the music of Bob Marley – and it’s coming to Liverpool Philharmonic for one unmissable night.
More than just a tribute, this show is a powerful reinterpretation of Marley’s most iconic songs – driven by the soulful intensity of gospel vocals and the vibrant energy of the Choir’s outstanding live band. This isn’t Bob Marley as you’ve heard him before. This is Marley elevated, reimagined, and reborn – through the spiritual fire and rhythmic heartbeat of African gospel music.
In 2026, the Illegal Eagles celebrate an incredible 30 years on the road with their brand-new Hotel California Tour.
Renowned for their flawless vocals, stunning guitars, and an uncanny ability to recreate the legendary sound of the Eagles, the Illegal Eagles have earned a reputation as one of the most accomplished and popular live acts in the UK.
This milestone tour will feature a full performance of the iconic Hotel California album, played in its entirety – including classics like ‘Life in the Fast Lane’, ‘New Kid in Town’, and, of course, the unforgettable title track.
Alongside this, audiences can expect a set packed with all the greatest hits from across the Eagles’ timeless back catalogue.
With decades of experience, outstanding musicianship, and a deep love for the music they perform, the Illegal Eagles promise an unforgettable evening of nostalgia and pure musical magic that continues to captivate fans old and new.
Join us for an evening of new music, composed by Youth Company members taking part in the Rushworth Young Composers and Songwriters programme this year. The Equilibrium String Quartet performs works from the newest generation of contemporary composers.
Programme: Melissa Dunphy I Took a Walk in Joy, Algirdas Martinaitis Allelujah, Andrew Barney If It Were For Peace (Commissioned for the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir), Rossini Petite messe solennellePerformers: Matthew Hamilton conductor/Director of Choirs and Singing, Ben de Souza accordion, Eve Taylor piano, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir, Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Choir*
The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir step into the spotlight, bringing you a roof-raising celebration of Liverpool Philharmonic’s choral family.
Rossini set to work on his renowned Petite messe solennelle towards the end of his life – and a whole 30 years after he wrote his operas. But that signature operatic flair still shines through in this vivid work full of colour and drama, vibrant rhythms and standout tunes. Tonight, you’ll hear it in all its glory, with exciting guest soloists singing alongside our magnificent chorus.
We’ll also see Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Choir take to the stage, before the Choir perform a new work by 2024 Rushworth Composition Prize winner and Choir member, Andrew Barney.
Programme: Schubert String Quartet No.10 in E-flat major, D87, Webern String Quartet, Op.28, Korngold String Quartet No.2 in E-flat major, Op.26Chaos String Quartet‘No superlatives can do it justice. It simply has to be heard.’ – Music Web InternationalChaos doesn’t have to mean mayhem – it can contain unbounded energy and limitless creative possibilities. That’s certainly the case with these four young string players, who’ve made quite a stir since they were chosen as BBC New Generation Artists in 2023. Hear why today, as they dive headlong into two centuries of Viennese music for string quartet: a dizzying, dazzling whirl of lilting tunes, sumptuous waltzes and glinting modernist colours.
After months of anticipation, EJOY finally step onto the stage to celebrate the release of their debut EP. The four-piece band welcome you into their world, illuminated by sunshine beats, heavenly melodies and jewel-toned colours. This intimate performance marks an exciting new chapter in the band’s story, bringing their vibrant aesthetic and feel-good sound to life for all to enjoy.
Please note that this is a standing event. If you have any access requirements please contact our Box Office on 0151 709 3789.
