Familiar to many thousands of music fans as the front man in the Scottish rock band Idlewild, Roddy Woomble‘s naturally poetic writing and consistent touring have won him many thousands of fans all over the world and he is widely regarded as one of Scotland ‘s finest songwriters. A multi-faceted singer and songwriter, Roddy has a broad palate of styles and influences and his solo materials moves through folk rock to country to upbeat horn-led pop to indie rock to dark jazz elements, all held together by his soft Scottish baritone and thoughtful, often mysterious lyrics.

Cumbrian born multi-instrumentalist and singer Jen Ord makes a welcome return to Oxford after appearing at last year’s Folk Weekend. She is joined by partner Matt Downer, of Jamie Smith’s Mabon, on bass.

More information at www.folkinoxford.co.uk/component/jevents/icalrepeat.detail/2014/04/24/4607/-/roddy-woomble-band-plus-jen-ord-at-the-art-bar.html?Itemid=55. Tickets available from www.wegottickets.com/event/259141