Golden Shoals

Golden Shoals blend old time Appalachian traditions with fine original songwriting and excellent musicianship on fiddle, guitar and banjo. They combine Americana, bluegrass, folk, jazz and more, involving traditional and contemporary influences to great effect.

Amy Alvey and Mark Kilianski formed their musical partnership back in 2013 in Boston, where they both studied at the prestigious Berklee College of Music. Formerly known as Hoot & Holler, Golden Shoals released an EP and one album under their previous band name. Their second album was released in 2020 to warm reviews, and is packed with exceptional songs. Golden Shoals have toured extensively in the USA, Canada, Australia, Germany and the UK, and have appeared at festivals including Blackpot in Louisiana, Americanafest in Nashville, Omagh Bluegrass Festival in Northern Ireland and Dorrigo Folk and Bluegrass Festival in Australia to name just a few.

With a lively stage presence to complement their impressive musicianship and glorious vocal harmonies, Golden Shoals are sure to win lots of new fans when they return to the UK in 2024.

“Rousing old-time-style music that’s fueled by acerbic modern-day wit.” – No Depression magazine

Doors open 7.30pm for an 8pm show.  Licensed Bar helps support WemsFest

If you require special assistance or have mobility difficulties, please contact us in advance and we will do our very best to accommodate you so that you are comfortable.

The Barleycorn Tavern, which is a stone’s throw from the Village Hall, are very kindly offering ticket holders 2 for 1 meals before the concert.  You’ll need to call them and book at least 3 days before the event, and will need to show either your ticket or your WeGotTickets.com email.