Jackie Oates stands at the heart of the British folk scene as one of the country’s most cherished and distinctive voices.
A two-time BBC Radio 2 Folk Award winner and five-time nominee, Jackie is an exquisite singer, expressive fiddler, song-writer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist whose work has redefined contemporary English folk. Across a string of critically acclaimed solo albums, as well as numerous collaborative albums, Jackie has cemented her reputation as one of our most gifted interpreters and performers of traditional song. Jackie persistently seeks out unexpected artistic corners to illuminate with her voice, research, writing, and musicianship.
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NEW FOR 2026
Jackie will be appearing on festival stages in a new collaboration with renowned pianist and singer, Belinda O’Hooley! The pair will also be out for a short tour in the Autumn.
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Recent Press for Jackie
‘There’s a sweetness and melancholy to her voice that is like no other.’
Songlines
‘One of folk’s brightest talents….Her lovely take on The Longpigs’ On and On should get the John Lewis Xmas ad team on the phone pronto.’
The Guardian
‘Another assured & enthralling collection from one of the undoubted talents of the contemporary folk music world.’
Klofmag
‘Impressive and then some.’
Get Ready to Rock
‘The soaring purity of Oates’ vocals washes through the songs leaving them like clean streets after a bout of rain.’
The Arts Desk