Both artists split their time between the seaside and London, bringing their heartfelt songwriting to the coast and city as they travel and perform together. Expect an intimate evening of stories and melodies from two rising voices on the independent music scene.

Poppy Prescott

Hastings-born singer-songwriter Poppy Prescott has a gift for drawing even the rowdiest crowds to silence with her soft, soulful vocals and folk-style storytelling. Growing up surrounded by musicians, she was performing live long before she was technically allowed in music venues.

Highlights of her career include sold-out performances at The Troubadour and Two Palms, festival appearances at WOMAD, and scholarships to Richard Thompson’s New York guitar camp and Chris Difford’s songwriting retreat.

With guitar influences like Adrienne Lenker and Nick Drake, and a love for Radiohead and Sam Amidon, her sound blends introspection with experimentation. She performs alongside a stellar band: Dan McConkey (sax), Harry Osborne (bass), Keir Tyson (guitar), Liam Talbot (keys), and Josh Walker-Martin (drums).

Her EPs Grand Gestures (2022) and Reasons Why (2023) earned airplay on BBC Radio 6 and praise from Tom Robinson.

Meg Bird

London-born and Margate-based, Meg Bird is a singer-songwriter known for her emotionally rich songwriting, soulful voice, and whimsical lyricism. Blending jazz harmony with contemporary songwriting, Meg explores complex themes with warmth, humour, and depth.

Her music is equally at home in jazz clubs and grassroots venues. Whether accompanied by a full rhythm section or playing solo on keys, Meg’s performances are immersive and story-driven, shaped by her background in jazz and her love of language.

A first-class graduate of the Guildhall School of Music, Meg released her debut album Girls Like Lions in 2021, earning praise and airplay on BBC Radio 3 and Jazz FM. In 2024, she followed with a series of singles titled Of Hope, showcasing her ever-evolving sound and artistry.