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Glasgow-born singer-songwriter Michael McGovern blends poetic lyricism with folk roots, evolving beyond his acclaimed debut Highfield Suite. His new album Thin White Road showcases full-band arrangements, literary influences, and viral single ‘Evelyn‘, cementing him as a compelling new contemporary folk voice.

Michael’s poetic lyrics and fingerpicked nylon-string guitar craft a deeply emotional folk sound. His debut album, Highfield Suite (2021), recorded during isolation in 2020 and produced by Bill Shanley, earned critical praise across the UK and Ireland. Including BBC Album of the Week, RTE Lyric feature, and an “unexpected gem” nod from folk legend Paul Brady.

His new album Thin White Road marks a confident step forward, expanding on his folk roots with full-band arrangements, layered harmonies, and touches of saxophone and strings. The breakout single ‘Evelyn‘ went viral in early 2025, sparking a wave of online covers, and drawing a second wave of attention when, in January 2026, Paul Mescal named it as a song he couldn't stop listening to. Thin White Road draws on literary influences like Laurie Lee, Hunter S. Thompson, and T.S. Eliot.

Michael’s live shows are celebrated for their emotional impact and warmth, so we're excited to bring him to Nottingham for the first time. Grab your tickets now, and catch Michael in an intimate venue while you still can!

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