FOLKROOM PRESENTS: Sophie Jamieson

“Consistently startling and affecting” – UNCUT

“Her songs burst into euphoric life, like exorcisms”​ – MOJO

Sophie Jamieson‘s debut album ‘Choosing’ (Bella Union) caught listeners by surprise upon release in 2022. Her stark but devastating music found fans in Marika Hackman and Sharon Van Etten, who understand what it takes to make confessional art that captures hearts.

Now, as she releases her follow-up ‘I still want to share’, Folkroom is thrilled to bring Sophie Jamieson to our monthly folk night at Peggy’s Skylight. The fragility and openness that made ‘Choosing’ such a heart-wrenching listen is still very much present in Sophie’s new music – but there is a distinct sense of growth, of moving forward and, in lead single ‘I don’t know what to save’, some of the most gorgeous melodies of the past five years.

Sophie’s music doesn’t shy away from discomfort or life’s ugly truths. The subjects of her songwriting are put to unflinching examination, often revealing aspects of the human character that most would rather turn away from. Need, desperation, and anger simmer through her songs but are balanced by an unsentimental acceptance of life’s painful contradictions. All of this is carried by a deep, raw voice which pivots from wobbling vulnerability to soaring, pent-up longing unleashed. Fans of Aldous Harding, Keaton Henson and Julia Jacklin will find plenty to love here.

On stage, Sophie’s performances are inescapably intimate and intense, earning her supports for the likes of Father John Misty, Ezra Furman and Marika Hackman to name a few. Her debut album, “Choosing” received widespread critical acclaim for its candid examination of the self-destructive urge, with high praise from the likes of Uncut, Mojo and The Financial Times.

Her second LP, “I still want to share” will be released on Bella Union in January 2025. A warm, yearning record of flourished ambition, expanded heart and emboldened voice, Sophie is not slowing down in her commitment to hold nothing back, to face the ugly longings of the human race with love, curiosity and acceptance.

Support comes from Nottingham’s own Catmilk, the musical project of Alex Milne. Catmilk’s deadpan delivery and tender vocals make them the perfect accompaniment to our night, which will showcase two of the most engaging songwriters in the country right now.