Bellowhead Celebrate 20 Years of Burlesque

Their debut album, Burlesque, was released in 2006 and features songs including London Town, Frog’s Legs and Dragon’s Teeth and Rigs of The Time, showcasing their unique blend of traditional English folk music with a modern big-band sound.

What is Bellowhead's background? Bellowhead is an English folk band formed in 2004 by John Spiers and Jon Boden, who began the idea during a traffic jam on tour and invited friends to join, growing from a ten-piece to an eleven-piece band with percussion and a four-piece brass section.

What kind of music can fans expect from Bellowhead? Bellowhead's music is a mix of traditional dance tunes, songs and shanties, arranged with a big-band feel, which has won them a loyal following and critical acclaim, including eight BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards.

What's next for Bellowhead? Bellowhead will be celebrating the 20th anniversary of their full-length debut album Burlesque with a tour, starting on Tuesday, 17 November 2026, at the Theatre Royal Brighton, Brighton, and tickets are with the button beside the article.