We’ve welcomed Willy Barrett here before with his own band, but this time he’s back with his legendary partner‑in‑chaos, John Otway.
It’s been over 50 years since the duo first teamed up, and they’ve split and reunited countless times along the way. Impossible to pin down, their shows swing from bare‑chested theremin antics to wah‑wah wheelie bins, leaping between their cult hit Really Free and dozens of near‑misses with manic energy.

Expect the unexpected. Their infectious stage presence makes this one gig you simply cannot miss!

From Cropredy to Glastonbury, Philadelphia to Winnipeg, Costa del Folk to Shrewsbury, there's very few stages Brooks Williams hasn't played. He moves effortlessly between country, blues and folk. Writing and performing for over thirty years, Brooks has carved out his own niche and earned a reputation as a superior guitarist resulting in a staggering 34 albums. We're so glad to welcome him back again to our stage at the Birchmeadow for the launch of his new Acoustic CD! 

"One of the most consistently excellent musicians in roots music." American Roots UK

" A guitarist in possession of rich vocal powers and a talent for lyrical imagery" R&R

“A consummate artist, Williams ranks among America’s musical treasures.”Dirty Linen