MICK RYAN is well known on the folk scene as a fine singer of traditional and original songs He was described by “Folk Roots“ as ´definitely the most underrated singer in the country.´
Having written both comic and serious material for the very poular band “Crows“ in the 1980´s, he has since written for radio and a series of highly successful folk musicals: ´A Tollpuddle Man´ (with Graham Moore); ´A Day´s Work´ ; ´The Voyage´; ´Tanks for the Memory´ and, recently, ´The Navvy´s Wife.´
The reviews say it all: ´Mick Ryan´s words and music are superb´ (“Folk on Tap“); ´wonderful songs´ (“South Tipp Today“).

His duo with Paul Downes has been similarly well received: ´Positively oozes skill and professionalism´ (“Folk North West“); ´The singing, as we have come to expect from Mick Ryan, utterly superb´ (“Shreds and Patches“).

Paul’s sensitive and yet fun approach to his live performances puts him among the most respected artists on the British acoustic music scene today.

He has been introduced (much to his embarrassment) as one of the greatest acoustic guitarists in the world. It is easy to see why when you see the dazzling array of styles he performs with effortless brilliance, but at the same time he considers himself as a singer of songs, rather than a guitar technician.

Paul has a rich musical background that has progressed through working with Phil Beer, The Arizona Smoke Revue, Pete Seeger and, currently, The Joyce Gang.

Eight albums with bands, three highly acclaimed solo albums and over one hundred and fifty session credits have still left time for Paul to tour every concert venue, theatre and festival in Britain, plus many tours in the USA and Europe. Cabaret in the West Indies and newsreading on US radio are but two other strings to his guitar.

A great performance guaranteed! Catch him live.