Tarren, a trailblazer in the New-Folk genre, is set to be one of the exciting acts at Bromyard Folk Festival this September. This dynamic trio, deeply rooted in English tradition, excels in blending original and traditional material with a fresh and exciting approach. Their music is an emotional journey, marked by innovative modular hooks and minimalist forms, while maintaining the essence of traditional dance rhythms.
Comprised of Sid Goldsmith (known from Jimmy Aldridge & Sid Goldsmith, Awake Arise), Alex Garden (of The Drystones, Harriet Riley & Alex Garden), and Danny Pedler (from Pedler // Russell), the group originates from Bristol. They skillfully combine instruments like the cittern, concertina, fiddle, and accordion to craft their distinctive sound. Tarren’s debut album, ‘REVEL’, released in 2022, garnered high praise and drew comparisons to the works of renowned groups like Faustus and Lau’s ‘Lightweights and Gentlemen’. Following a national tour of this material in April 2023, they are currently on tour in 2024.
Their much-anticipated second album, ‘Outside Time’, is set for release in September 2024, coinciding with their performance at Bromyard Folk Festival. The upcoming tour in Autumn will showcase this new material. Tarren’s innovative approach and compelling performances have earned them accolades such as being called “just the kind of band we need on the Folk circuit today” by FRUK and “A Mini Folk Supergroup” by Tradfolk, highlighting their significant impact on the folk music scene.