Upcoming events – All live music is on Saturdays from 18:30…supper is served from 7pm, music starts at 8pm.
On Wednesday, 2nd, 3rd and 4th Wednesday…from 1830/1900hrs. we have:
Open Mic 2nd Wed
Death Café 3rd Wed
Stand-Up Comedy 4th Wed
Death Café
15th April – 7PM
There’s no agenda, no lectures, and no pressure to say anything at all. Some people come with big questions, some with quiet curiosity, and others just to listen. Conversation tends to wander in interesting and unexpected directions, often with more warmth—and even laughter—than you might expect.
It’s not a support group or therapy session, just an open, thoughtful exchange that gently challenges the idea that death is something we shouldn’t talk about.
In short: good company, good conversation, and a chance to reflect on what really matters.
If that sounds like your cup of tea, you’d be very welcome to join us.
Barney Murray & Alissimon
18th April
Comedy
22nd April
£10 on the door
25th April
Louis Coupe & Ruby Leigh
His piano work is electric and unorthodox. Inspired by Elton John, The Beatles, and ELO, he taught himself by ear — a style so unique his jazz tutor once refused to be associated with it. That rebellious streak? It’s still in every chord he plays.
His storytelling is cinematic. “Where Did the Time Go?” — inspired by his grandparents — blends stirring piano lines with a video featuring his grandad’s own scrapbooks, sketches, and memories. It’s tender, raw, and unforgettable.
Ruby’s journey began right here in Chesham, where she first took to the stage at The Drawingroom — a venue that became the launchpad for her earliest live performances. From those intimate beginnings, she has gone on to perform at some of London’s most iconic stages, including Indigo at The O2, Pizza Express Live, the Royal Albert Hall, and The Water Rats.
Driven by a passion for honest, heartfelt songwriting, Ruby brings a rare authenticity to every performance. Whether she’s whisper‑soft or soaring, her music connects — and she’s only just getting started.
Si Connelly & Guy Brennand
May 2nd
Si performs like a man with nothing to hide and everything to give. There’s heat in it, that slow‑burn intensity that pulls you closer but there’s also tenderness, the kind that catches you off guard and stays with you long after the last note fades.
His music is cinematic: wide‑open skies, rain‑slicked streets, the quiet ache of midnight thoughts. But it’s also intimate, almost confessional as if he’s singing straight into the softest part of you. Si Connelly doesn’t chase perfection. He chases truth, and in doing so, he creates moments that feel electric, human, and beautifully alive.
If you’re ready for a performance that hits the heart first and the spine second, if you want songs that smoulder, soar, and mean something,
then you’re ready for Si Connelly. Step into the glow. Let him break you open in the best possible way
Billowbuckers & Taylor Jackson
This is a
‘MUST BE THERE GIG’
So…May 9th BOOK now
If you’re craving a night that smoulders, come get lost in their heat. This is where blues meets desire and rhythm meets danger.
They bring the kind of sound that pulls you closer, steals your breath, and leaves you wanting more.
Step in. Surrender a little. Let the night take over.
and of Taylor Liam Jackson:
A quiet confidence, a slow irresistible pull. The sense that you’re about to hear something intimate… something meant for you….I think from what I’ve heard, he’s well worth come to see, even as the opening act.
Open Mic
13th May
All ages welcome but would ask for u/18’s to be accompanied.
This event is free to attend….but there is a minimum spend of £10 on food and drinks.
Fast Trains & Alissimon
May 16th
they accelerate them.
There’s a clean, addictive precision to their sound, the kind that hits like headlights on wet tarmac.
A pulse that starts low in your chest and climbs. With hints of Radiohead, a shimmer of synth, a snap of rhythm, a voice that cuts through the dark like a blade dipped in honey.
They’re Brighton to the bone
restless, stylish, a little salt‑kissed, a little neon‑blurred.
Music built for late‑night wanderers, rooftop dreamers, and anyone who’s ever felt the thrill of a city humming under their feet.
Fast Trains make songs that move
sleek, charged, cinematic.
The kind of tracks that turn a walk home into a music video and a heartbeat into a drumline.
If you’re craving a night with momentum
a night that glows, races, and refuses to slow down
Fast Trains are your ride.
Step in.
Hold tight.
Let the rhythm take you somewhere new.
Alissimon does something rarer she changes the air around her.
There’s a quiet, luminous intensity to her, the kind that draws you in before you even realise you’ve moved.
A voice that feels like moonlight on warm skin, with the confessional honesty and painterly detail that would make Joni Mitchell lean in and listen.
A presence that hums with mystery, softness, and a hint of danger, the beautiful kind.
Her songs unfold like secrets whispered in the dark:
intimate, shimmering, and charged with emotion you can taste.
Every note feels handcrafted, every lyric a brushstroke across your pulse.
Alissimon doesn’t chase attention.
She commands it gently, effortlessly, like someone who knows her power and doesn’t need to raise her voice to use it.
If you’re craving music that feels like a dream you don’t want to wake from,
music that wraps around you, warms you, and leaves a glow long after it fades,
then you’re ready for Alissimon.
Buy Tickets Here:
May
Friday 22nd
7.30pm – Brass Beats Collective (Brass with modern twist) £10
9.30pm
Vince Freeman (Finalist in The Voice bringing country pop vibes) £12
Sat 23rd
12:00pm – +frame+ (Ambient electronica)*
1.30pm – Nick Byrne (Indie/folk)*
3.00pm – Tremaine Dawkins (Gospal/soul)*
4.30pm – For the ages (Afro pop)*
*FREE FRINGE
7.30pm – Eddie Mol Le Pipo (World music / street rhythms) £12
10.00pm – Kimosabe (Dub, Funk, Ska, Punk) £12
Sunday 24th
1.30pm – Jon Bickley and the Invisible Folk Club Band (Folk)*
3.00pm – Charlotte Campbell (Pop)*
4.30pm – Callum Granger (Americana/Folk)*
*FREE FRINGE
7.30pm – Leoni Jane Kennedy (Haunting Prog Rock) £10
9.30pm – Daisy Chute (Grammy-award winning Folk/Americana) £15
Hana Brine (duo) Two sets
6th June
She toured the album extensively throughout 2025, performing at more than thirty UK venues, including Manchester’s Bridgewater Hall, Buxton Opera House (supporting Rumer), and leading London jazz rooms such as The Pheasantry and the 606 Club.
A prolific writer, Hannah’s recent credits include a song featured in a BBC Radio 4 drama, Cyprus’ entry for the 2025 Junior Eurovision Song Contest, and a number‑one dance release. She returns to the studio in 2026 to record new material, backed by a stellar band drawn from the London and international jazz scenes.
Critics have praised her “serene, velvety vocals” (Jazz Journal), “effortless control” (Jazzwise), and “clarity, warmth and inviting tone” (All About Jazz). Jazz Views describes her voice as “honey‑toned,” while Old Gray Cat notes her ability to “capture the emotional gradients of each syllable.”
Open Mic
10th June
All ages welcome but would ask for u/18’s to be accompanied.
This event is free to attend….but we all need this to work…how about a minimum spend of £10 on food and drinks?
13th June
20th June
27th June – Naomi Banks
Her breakout single “Enough” didn’t just make waves — it landed on the BBC Radio 1 playlist, with support from Scott Mills, Clara Amfo, Dev & Alice, Matt & Mollie and more. That’s a serious stamp of approval for an independent artist.
She’s sung backing vocals for Laura Mvula, ELO, and Gareth Malone, and worked closely with Malone as she began writing her own material.
…and finally as a Drawingroom Vet…she’s a repeating Artist who is loved and adored here…so it will be packed…QED: BOOK EARLY
Tickets – Naomi Banks
Grainne Hunt & Alissimon
4th July
Gráinne Hunt is one of Ireland’s most quietly arresting singer‑songwriters — a voice of rare clarity, warmth, and emotional truth. Raised on the border between Monaghan and Armagh, she carries the lilt, grit, and storytelling instinct of her homeland in every note she sings.
A queer, nu-folk, singer-songwriter with a voice like complex coffee, Gráinne Hunt is a standout among
Ireland’s most compelling vocalists and songwriters – blending raw emotion with commanding power and a
voice that will take your breath away.
“The Irish Joni.” Michael Londra
Her two original records and new live EP, draw from deeply personal experiences, weaving stories of pain,
longing and joy, earning her comparisons to Tracy Chapman and Natalie Merchant. Her duo show with
Jules Stewart on drums and vocals have drawn comparisons to The Indigo Girls and Brandi Carlile.
“…an astounding voice that will melt your heart. No crowd can resist.” Declan O’Rourke
Her reputation as a powerhouse performer has landed her on stages alongside Glen Hansard and U2, with
opening slots for Gladys Knight and Mary Black. After showcasing at Folk Alliance International in 2024, she
secured an 0-1 Visa to cement her presence stateside. She kicked off 2025 showcasing at Celtic
Connections she’s toured the US and Australia this year. Just back from her 2nd US tour this year, she
launched her new show ‘Queer Arrivals’ at Liverpool Irish Festival in Oct 2025. She will kick off 2026
showcasing at FAI in New Orleans before a tour of Australia, including Port Fairy Folk Festival and a return
to the US…and Chesham!
Her voice carries that luminous, intimate quality that draws you in before you realise you’ve moved. Soft at first, almost fragile, then suddenly full of colour and depth — like light breaking through cloud. She sings with honesty, with courage, with a kind of emotional clarity that feels both tender and unguarded.
It’s no wonder Fish chose her to support him on his final tour. You don’t get invited into a moment like that unless you’re exceptional. Unless your music has truth in it. Unless you can hold a room, not with volume, but with presence.
She can. She did. And she was chosen because she is that good.
Onstage, Alissimon has a way of making even the largest venue feel intimate. There’s a stillness she creates — a hush — as if everyone senses they’re witnessing something genuine. Her songs unfold like stories whispered in confidence, full of atmosphere, vulnerability, and quiet fire.
Hollie Rogers & Ed Blunt
July 4th
Hollie Rogers is one of those artists who doesn’t just sing a song she delivers it, straight to the chest. There’s a fierce, unmistakable honesty in her voice, the kind that makes you sit up a little straighter.
Warm, powerful, and edged with lived experience, her vocals carry the weight of someone who has felt every lyric before she ever dared to sing it aloud.
Hollie’s performances are electric in the most human way.
She doesn’t hide behind polish or pretence; she steps forward with rawness, courage, and a storyteller’s instinct that cuts right through the noise. When she sings, the room changes conversations stop, glasses pause mid‑air, and suddenly everyone is listening.
Her songwriting is equally fearless.
She writes with clarity, grit, and emotional intelligence, weaving melodies that feel both timeless and startlingly direct. There’s tenderness in her work, yes, but also fire a sense of someone who has walked through the hard stuff and come out with something worth saying.
It’s no surprise she’s earned the respect of some of the UK’s most admired musicians and broadcasters. Hollie has that rare ability to make a song feel like a confession, a rallying cry, and a hand on your shoulder all at once.
Whether she’s backed by a full band or standing alone with her guitar, Hollie Rogers commands a room with nothing more than truth, tone, and presence.
She is, quite simply, unforgettable.
18th July – Heidi Browne
Heidi Browne is a multi-instrumentalist from Bedfordshire currently touring the UK with her seventh studio album.
www.heidibrowne.co.uk
Heidi Browne — Live at The Drawingroom
A night of fearless musicianship, soulful storytelling, and genre‑blending magic.
Heidi Browne returns to The Drawingroom with the confidence and charisma of an artist who has spent nearly two decades captivating audiences across the UK. A multi‑instrumentalist with a rare instinct for melody, she moves effortlessly between guitar, banjo and piano, weaving together 70s‑soaked indie folk‑rock, Americana warmth, and jazz‑tinged playfulness into a sound that feels both timeless and unmistakably her own.
Her songs are rich with hooks, humour, and heart — the kind of writing that wins competitions (she took the Open Mic UK crown in 2013), earns spins on BBC Radio 1, 2 and 6Music, and quietly slips into the nation’s subconscious via playlists in cafés and high‑street stores. If you’ve ever found yourself humming along to something beautiful in Caffè Nero or Tesco… there’s a good chance it was Heidi.
This tour celebrates her seventh studio album, Yours Sincerely — a collection of songs that showcase her most honest, warm, and mature writing to date. Expect a set that moves from intimate storytelling to foot‑tapping grooves, with a few surprises from her back catalogue sprinkled in.
What to Listen To Before the Show
Beware of the Boy — a swaggering, witty, instantly addictive track that captures her sharp lyrical edge.
Rocking Chair — tender, nostalgic, and beautifully crafted; a perfect window into her melodic soul.
Why This Night Matters
Heidi isn’t just performing — she’s returning to a room that knows her, a room she’s lit up before. Her shows at The Drawingroom have always been special: warm, funny, musically fearless, and full of connection. This one promises to be no different… and possibly even better.
Check out Heidi’s song ‘Beware of The Boy’ for a flavour of what to expect: (744) “Beware of The Boy” written and performed by Heidi Browne – YouTube And ‘Rocking Chair’ (744) Official music video for “Rocking Chair” written and performed by Heidi Browne – YouTube
www.facebook.com/heidibrownemusic
www.instagram.com/heidibrownemusic
25th July
1st Aug
8th Aug
15th Aug
22nd Aug
29th Aug
5th Sept
Monique Clare
12th Sept
Monique Clare is an award‑winning Australian cellist, singer‑songwriter, and musical trailblazer whose career spans continents, genres, and wildly contrasting environments — from teaching music in war‑torn Afghanistan to playing with Eminem in front of 80,000 people.
She grew up immersed in harmony — literally — raised by a singer and a pipe‑organist, surrounded by choirs and the layered textures that now echo through her arrangements.
A revolutionary cello style — driving rhythms, intricate lines, and a willingness to push the instrument far beyond its traditional role. Her playing shatters expectations of what a cello “should” do.
• Vocals that cut straight to the heart — warm, clear, and emotionally fearless. She sings with the same honesty she plays.
• Songwriting that blends classical, folk, and art‑pop — influences like Björk, Joanna Newsom, and Crooked Still thread through her work, but the voice is unmistakably her own.
• A performer of rare presence — candid, magnetic, and joyfully offbeat. Audiences describe her shows as cathartic, mesmerising, and deeply human.
Parachute Testers
19th Sept
The Parachute Testers are a cross‑cultural collective of sonic explorers, drawing musicians from Ireland, Leeds, and Ukraine. Their sound blends soaring female vocals with ambient electronics, acoustic textures, and widescreen cinematic atmosphere — a fusion that sits somewhere between Mazzy Star, London Grammar, Elbow, Zero 7, Massive Attack, and The XX
Cinematic, atmospheric, and emotionally charged
Their music is repeatedly described as “a cinematic meditation on movement, identity, and becoming” — the kind of sound that feels like a film unfolding behind your eyes.
This is a band with global DNA…Members from Ireland, Leeds, and Ukraine give the project a cross‑border emotional palette, a voice that stops you in your tracks. The lead vocal is consistently compared to Mazzy Star, London Grammar, and The XX — dreamy, melancholic, and powerful. This is a sound that blends organic and electronic worlds, with Acoustic guitars humming beneath the shimmering synths; downtempo grooves meet folk‑tinged storytelling; everything feels handcrafted yet modern.
Critics are already calling them “one to watch”
26th Sept
The Barnstormers celebrate our 24th Birthday…and this really will be the final Barnstormer’s gig!
3rd Oct
Bonus Friday!!
Jon Kenzie
9th Oct
The Sounds of Simon
(a tribute to Simon & Garfunkal who did their first gigs as Simon & Garfunkel…(rather than ‘Tom&Gerry’) here in Francis Yard…
25th July 1965)
10th Oct
17th Oct
Mat Hunsley
Mat Hunsley…Exciting, Contemporary Folk / Indie‑Songwriter)
Mat Hunsley is a Newcastle‑based contemporary folk singer‑songwriter whose music sits comfortably in the world of Ben Howard, Billie Marten, Laura Marling, Flyte, Villagers, and Adrianne Lenker — intimate, reflective, and rich with emotional detail. His songs balance warmth and vulnerability with a quietly cinematic depth, carried by colourful guitar work and a voice that feels both tender and clear.
Blending folk and alternative influences into a sound uniquely his own, Mat has built a reputation as a storyteller with rare honesty. His writing explores the things that shape us — love, loss, purpose, and the quiet moments in between — inviting listeners into a world that feels deeply personal yet universally resonant.
A doctor by profession and musician by calling, Mat’s dual life gives his songwriting a striking emotional lens. Tracks like “There’s Been A Death” draw directly from his experience working within the NHS, capturing the human stories behind a system under immense strain. His ability to merge raw feeling with poignant social reflection has earned him growing critical attention.
Samuel Moore
24th Oct
Experience the spellbinding artistry of Samuel Moore, the multi award winning flamenco guitarist whose music transports audiences straight to the heart of Spain. Whether you’re a devoted flamenco fan or simply seeking a unique cultural evening, this concert promises an unforgettable journey.
This performance is part of Samuel’s UK tour celebrating the release of his début solo album.
Praised by BBC Radio 3 as “a fantastic flamenco guitarist”, Samuel Moore is one of the most exciting musicians of his generation. Winner of the Vienna International Music Competition (2025) and the Manhattan International Music Competition (2023), he has performed across the UK, Europe, and North America, including standout solo appearances at Carnegie Hall and Ronnie Scott’s.
Alongside his touring and recording work, Samuel is a dedicated educator and author of the Flamenco Guitar Compás Essentials series. He studied under world renowned flamenco masters Juan Martín, Grisha Goryachev, and Dennis Koster, and attended workshops with Paco Peña. He is an alumnus of Leeds Conservatoire (Class of 2013).