Returning to play in London after 28 years, here is singer songwriter Maryen Cairns taking to the stage one-woman-band style!

“Flitting between piano and acoustic guitar - and occasional percussion - Cairns confirms her musical ability, as well as her instrumental juggling skills, and when you factor in that she’s also singing along to everything as she goes, it’s no small feat. What this one woman set also shines a light on is the lyrical prowess to be found here, a mixture of what I guess are autobiographical tales and some stories being regaled, the likes of “Kids From The Burbs”, “The Smuggler’s Tale” and “Voices From Scotland” hit even harder than their studio counterparts” - Steven Reid, Sea of Tranquility

A Scottish born Australian now living in Guernsey, singer-songwriter Maryen Cairns pivots on a cajón between a guitar, piano & percussion, telling stories of smugglers, strong women and of hope for the future, with solo stripped back arrangements creating a primal and beautiful sonic backdrop. Maryen has been being produced and mentored by Rolling Stone's producer Chris Kimsey; released 7 critically-acclaimed solo albums; had a professional association with former Marillion lead singer Fish; toured 18,000 km through remote Australian communities with her family band; released her 1st Vinyl album “One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 1” and on 25 April 2025 is releasing "One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 2".

CHARLES GORRIE is a Glasgow based Poet, Singer/Songwriter & Martial Arts Guru with an interest in personal alchemy whether from west or east.

Tickets are discounted when bought in advance - £10, down from £13 on the door. (Student Tickets are on a Separate link below!)

Tickets are discounted when bought online in advance! Full tickets on a different link above.

Returning to play in London after over 25 years, here is singer songwriter Maryen Cairns taking to the stage one-woman-band style!

“Flitting between piano and acoustic guitar - and occasional percussion - Cairns confirms her musical ability, as well as her instrumental juggling skills, and when you factor in that she’s also singing along to everything as she goes, it’s no small feat. What this one woman set also shines a light on is the lyrical prowess to be found here, a mixture of what I guess are autobiographical tales and some stories being regaled, the likes of “Kids From The Burbs”, “The Smuggler’s Tale” and “Voices From Scotland” hit even harder than their studio counterparts” - Steven Reid, Sea of Tranquility

A Scottish born Australian now living in Guernsey, singer-songwriter Maryen Cairns pivots on a cajón between a guitar, piano & percussion, telling stories of smugglers, strong women and of hope for the future, with solo stripped back arrangements creating a primal and beautiful sonic backdrop. Maryen has been being produced and mentored by Rolling Stone's producer Chris Kimsey; released 7 critically-acclaimed solo albums; had a professional association with former Marillion lead singer Fish; toured 18,000 km through remote Australian communities with her family band; released her 1st Vinyl album “One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 1” and on 25 April 2025 is releasing "One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 2".

CHARLES GORRIE is a Glasgow based Poet, Singer/Songwriter & Martial Arts Guru with an interest in personal alchemy whether from west or east.

General Admission Tickets are discounted when bought in advance - £10, down from £13 on the door. Student Tickets are £5 in Advance or £7 on the door.

Tickets are discounted when bought online in advance!

MARYEN CAIRNS A Scottish born Australian now living in Guernsey, singer-songwriter Maryen Cairns pivots on a cajón between a guitar, piano & percussion, telling stories of smugglers, strong women and of hope for the future, with solo stripped back arrangements creating a primal and beautiful sonic backdrop. Maryen has been being produced and mentored by Rolling Stone's producer Chris Kimsey; released 7 critically-acclaimed solo albums; had a professional association with former Marillion lead singer Fish; toured 18,000 km through remote Australian communities with her family band; released her 1st Vinyl album “One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 1” and on 18 April 2025 is releasing "One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 2" to be swiftly followed by this tour.

CHARLES GORRIE Charles Gorrie is a Glasgow based Poet, Singer/Songwriter & Martial Arts Guru with an interest in personal alchemy whether from west or east.

(Tickets are discounted when bought online in advance!)

MARYEN CAIRNS A Scottish born Australian now living in Guernsey, singer-songwriter Maryen Cairns pivots on a cajón between a guitar, piano & percussion, telling stories of smugglers, strong women and of hope for the future, with solo stripped back arrangements creating a primal and beautiful sonic backdrop. Maryen has been being produced and mentored by Rolling Stone's producer Chris Kimsey; released 7 critically-acclaimed solo albums; had a professional association with former Marillion lead singer Fish; toured 18,000 km through remote Australian communities with her family band; released her 1st Vinyl album “One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 1” and on 25 April 2025 is releasing "One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 2" to be swiftly followed by this tour.

CHARLES GORRIE Charles Gorrie is a Glasgow based Poet, Singer/Songwriter & Martial Arts Guru with an interest in personal alchemy whether from west or east.

A Scottish born Australian now living in Guernsey, singer-songwriter Maryen Cairns pivots on a cajón between a guitar, piano & percussion, telling stories of smugglers, strong women and of hope for the future, with solo stripped back arrangements creating a primal and beautiful sonic backdrop. Maryen has been being produced and mentored by Rolling Stone's producer Chris Kimsey; released 7 critically-acclaimed solo albums; had a professional association with former Marillion lead singer Fish; toured 18,000 km through remote Australian communities with her family band; released her 1st Vinyl album “One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 1” and on 25 April 2025 is releasing "One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 2".

A night of original music being showcased with 3 Singer Songwriters!

These Student Tickets bought in advance are discounted!

MARYEN CAIRNS A Scottish born Australian now living in Guernsey, singer-songwriter Maryen Cairns pivots on a cajón between a guitar, piano & percussion, telling stories of smugglers, strong women and of hope for the future, with solo stripped back arrangements creating a primal and beautiful sonic backdrop. Maryen has been being produced and mentored by Rolling Stone's producer Chris Kimsey; released 7 critically-acclaimed solo albums; had a professional association with former Marillion lead singer Fish; toured 18,000 km through remote Australian communities with her family band; released her 1st Vinyl album “One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 1” and on 25 April 2025 is releasing "One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 2".

CHARLES GORRIE Charles Gorrie is a Glasgow based Poet, Singer/Songwriter & Martial Arts Guru with an interest in personal alchemy whether from west or east.

MAYA KEDDILTY Emerging from Glasgow Town is 22 year old aspiring quasi-indie folk pop singer-songwriter, Maya Keddilty. Up until 2024 Maya wrote songs only for her own ears but has recently braved the stage to share stories and thoughts around queerness, family, love, and existence.

A night of original music being showcased with 3 Singer Songwriters Tickets bought in Advance are discounted!

MARYEN CAIRNS "Here we have an artist pushing more traditional folk styles into a whole new ambient realm, an acoustic player who is as much about the spaces as the notes, but too a musician who relays her narratives like the troubadours of old." - Dave Franklin, Dancing About Architecture 2024

“Flitting between piano and acoustic guitar - and occasional percussion - Cairns confirms her musical ability, as well as her instrumental juggling skills, and when you factor in that she’s also singing along to everything as she goes, it’s no small feat." - Steven Reid, Sea of Tranquility

Singer songwriter Maryen Cairns releases album “One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 2”, on the 25 April, 2025,. This is supported by a UK tour running 27 April through to the final date in London on 20 May.

“One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 2” is the second instalment of the tracks recorded live in the studio immediately following the last date of Maryen’s 2023 UK tour, with her mentor, the acclaimed Rolling Stones producer Chris Kimsey. Sitting amidst Chris’s array of vintage microphones, Maryen pivots between a guitar and piano, taking up and discarding percussion instruments whilst all the time singing intimately into her headset mic.

Opening Vol 2 is the beautiful piano ballad “Every Moment Saved”, a song from Maryen’s third album Stories From Beneath, followed by the spoken word of “This Love” which develop into an upbeat alt folky number, setting the space for these personal story songs to be shared, of which “Second Best” is a standout plucked guitar ballad. “Steam” from her seventh album ANEW is one of the shorter songs on the album, clocking in at three and a half minutes, and dynamically showcases the backdrop of the cajon capabilities sounding like a drummer along with a dramatic internal story conveyed by vocals that go from a whisper to almost a scream. And yet Maryen’s love of historical stories is also included here with “The Wreck of the Georgette”, a tale of a Western Australian steamship going down in 1876.

Maryen is again taking this One Woman Band show on the road, with shows in the UK supporting One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 2 - The Ropemakers, Bridport 27 April; Cambridge Folk Club 2 MayThe Lescar, Sheffield 6 May; Mojo’s Music Cafe, Scarborough 7 May; Britannia Panopticon, Glasgow 10 May; Indigo, Merseyside 13 May; The Cumberland Arms, Newcastle 15 May; ending at The Troubadour, London 20 May.

CHARLES GORRIE Charles Gorrie is a Glasgow based Poet, Singer/Songwriter & Martial Arts Guru with an interest in personal alchemy whether from west or east. Charles is the "special guest" on this tour, opening the show for Maryen in Sheffield, Glasgow, Newcastle and London.

MAYA KEDDILTY Emerging from Glasgow Town is 22 year old aspiring quasi-indie folk pop singer-songwriter, Maya Keddilty. Up until 2024 Maya wrote songs only for her own ears but has recently braved the stage to share stories and thoughts around queerness, family, love, and existence.

A Scottish born Australian now living in Guernsey, singer-songwriter Maryen Cairns pivots on a cajón between a guitar, piano & percussion, telling stories of smugglers, strong women and of hope for the future, with solo stripped back arrangements creating a primal and beautiful sonic backdrop. Maryen has been being produced and mentored by Rolling Stone's producer Chris Kimsey; released 7 critically-acclaimed solo albums; had a professional association with former Marillion lead singer Fish; toured 18,000 km through remote Australian communities with her family band; released her 1st Vinyl album “One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 1” and on 18 April 2025 is releasing "One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 2". Music from 3pm to 4pm. Delicious freshly home cooked food available at this awesome cafe! Free entry. A Scottish born Australian now living in Guernsey, singer-songwriter Maryen Cairns pivots on a cajón between a guitar, piano & percussion, telling stories of smugglers, strong women and of hope for the future, with solo stripped back arrangements creating a primal and beautiful sonic backdrop. Maryen has been being produced and mentored by Rolling Stone's producer Chris Kimsey; released 7 critically-acclaimed solo albums; had a professional association with former Marillion lead singer Fish; toured 18,000 km through remote Australian communities with her family band; released her 1st Vinyl album “One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 1” and on 25 April 2025 is releasing "One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 2".

A night of traveling Singer Songwriters!

(Tickets are discounted when bought online in advance!) (Student Tickets are on a Separate link below!)

MARYEN CAIRNS A Scottish born Australian now living in Guernsey, singer-songwriter Maryen Cairns pivots on a cajón between a guitar, piano & percussion, telling stories of smugglers, strong women and of hope for the future, with solo stripped back arrangements creating a primal and beautiful sonic backdrop. Maryen has been being produced and mentored by Rolling Stone's producer Chris Kimsey; released 7 critically-acclaimed solo albums; had a professional association with former Marillion lead singer Fish; toured 18,000 km through remote Australian communities with her family band; released her 1st Vinyl album “One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 1” and on 25 April 2025 is releasing "One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 2".

CHARLES GORRIE Charles Gorrie is a Glasgow based Poet, Singer/Songwriter & Martial Arts Guru with an interest in personal alchemy whether from west or east.

A night of 2 traveling Singer Songwriters and a local poet to open the show!

(Tickets are discounted when bought online in advance!)

MARYEN CAIRNS A Scottish born Australian now living in Guernsey, singer-songwriter Maryen Cairns pivots on a cajón between a guitar, piano & percussion, telling stories of smugglers, strong women and of hope for the future, with solo stripped back arrangements creating a primal and beautiful sonic backdrop. Maryen has been being produced and mentored by Rolling Stone's producer Chris Kimsey; released 7 critically-acclaimed solo albums; had a professional association with former Marillion lead singer Fish; toured 18,000 km through remote Australian communities with her family band; released her 1st Vinyl album “One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 1” and on 25 April 2025 is releasing "One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 2".

CHARLES GORRIE Charles Gorrie is a Glasgow based Poet, Singer/Songwriter & Martial Arts Guru with an interest in personal alchemy whether from west or east.

SQUISHPOETICA - Poet, Wordsmith, Orator, a creator of Witty Ditties, Actor & MC extraordinaire.

Black Fen is a very cool folk club, and I'm booked in to do a 15 spot (3 songs) on this open stage night. A chance to see some of the Cambridge Folk scene regulars as well as myself! Doors open 7.15 with music starting at 7.30pm. £5 on the door

Returning to play in London after 28 years, here is singer songwriter Maryen Cairns taking to the stage one-woman-band style! MARYEN CAIRNS “Flitting between piano and acoustic guitar - and occasional percussion - Cairns confirms her musical ability, as well as her instrumental juggling skills, and when you factor in that she’s also singing along to everything as she goes, it’s no small feat. What this one woman set also shines a light on is the lyrical prowess to be found here, a mixture of what I guess are autobiographical tales and some stories being regaled, the likes of “Kids From The Burbs”, “The Smuggler’s Tale” and “Voices From Scotland” hit even harder than their studio counterparts” - Steven Reid, Sea of Tranquility

A Scottish born Australian now living in Guernsey, singer-songwriter Maryen Cairns pivots on a cajón between a guitar, piano & percussion, telling stories of smugglers, strong women and of hope for the future, with solo stripped back arrangements creating a primal and beautiful sonic backdrop. Maryen has been being produced and mentored by Rolling Stone's producer Chris Kimsey; released 7 critically-acclaimed solo albums; had a professional association with former Marillion lead singer Fish; toured 18,000 km through remote Australian communities with her family band; released her 1st Vinyl album “One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 1” and on 25 April 2025 is releasing "One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 2".

The Cambridge Folk Club is well respected, so I'm thrilled to accept their invitation to play a 20 minute spot. Special guests After The Flood (30 minutes) along with many regular performers. This is an ideal night to pop in and enjoy some of the Cambridge folk scene!

MARYEN CAIRNS "Here we have an artist pushing more traditional folk styles into a whole new ambient realm, an acoustic player who is as much about the spaces as the notes, but too a musician who relays her narratives like the troubadours of old." - Dave Franklin, Dancing About Architecture 2024

A Scottish born Australian now living in Guernsey, singer-songwriter Maryen Cairns pivots on a cajón between a guitar, piano & percussion, telling stories of smugglers, strong women and of hope for the future, with solo stripped back arrangements creating a primal and beautiful sonic backdrop. Maryen has been being mentored by Rolling Stone's producer Chris Kimsey; released 7 critically-acclaimed solo albums; had a professional association with former Marillion lead singer Fish; toured 18,000 km through remote Australian communities with her family band; released “One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 1” in 2024 and on 25 April 2025 releases Vol 2.

A Scottish born Australian now living in Guernsey, singer-songwriter Maryen Cairns pivots on a cajón between a guitar, piano & percussion, telling stories of smugglers, strong women and of hope for the future, with solo stripped back arrangements creating a primal and beautiful sonic backdrop. Maryen has been being produced and mentored by Rolling Stone's producer Chris Kimsey; released 7 critically-acclaimed solo albums; had a professional association with former Marillion lead singer Fish; toured 18,000 km through remote Australian communities with her family band; released her 1st Vinyl album “One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 1” and on 25 April 2025 is releasing "One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 2". Music from 4pm. Free entry.

Delicious freshly home cooked food available at this awesome cafe! Free Entry. For over 30 years, singer-songwriter Maryen Cairns’s allegorical folk-pop has offered a form of literate escapism for her worldwide fanbase. “I feel driven to create songs that people can disappear into. I want to pluck them away from reality so that they can lose themselves for a few minutes,” says the Guernsey-based Australian. Maryen is a solo performance artist, a multi-instrumentalist, a producer, and a storytelling songwriter. Live, her work is both delicate and powerful, and surprisingly diverse… "Rainstick in one hand, keyboard in the other, microphone and voice firmly linked, feet punching a KikBox rhythm, clapping stick, shaker, medicine drum and guitar waiting in standby" Maryen has released 7 critically-acclaimed albums; been produced and mentored by Rolling Stone's producer Chris Kimsey; and had a professional association with former Marillion lead singer Fish. Today, the restless creative shows no signs of slowing down - she issued her first vinyl record in May 2024 - One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 1.

One-Woman-Band solo performance by Maryen Cairns, plus singer-songwriter Charles Gorrie (from Glasgow). Being held upstairs in the Hive gallery, with great vegan food/drinks available from Thrive. Tickets are available in advance - £10 or £5 for Students (See Separate Ticket Link Below) All ages welcome.

For over 30 years, singer-songwriter Maryen Cairns’s allegorical folk-pop has offered a form of literate escapism for her worldwide fanbase. “I feel driven to create songs that people can disappear into. I want to pluck them away from reality so that they can lose themselves for a few minutes,” says the Guernsey-based Australian.

Maryen is a solo performance artist, a multi-instrumentalist, a producer, and a storytelling songwriter. Live, her work is both delicate and powerful, and surprisingly diverse… "Rainstick in one hand, keyboard in the other, microphone and voice firmly linked, feet punching a KikBox rhythm, clapping stick, shaker, medicine drum and guitar waiting in standby"

Maryen has released 7 critically-acclaimed albums; been produced and mentored by Rolling Stone's producer Chris Kimsey; and had a professional association with former Marillion lead singer Fish.

Today, the restless creative shows no signs of slowing down - she issued her first vinyl record in May 2024 - One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 1.

SPECIAL STUDENT TICKET One-Woman-Band solo performance by Maryen Cairns, plus singer-songwriter Charles Gorrie (from Glasgow). Being held upstairs in the Hive gallery, with great vegan food/drinks available from Thrive. Tickets are available in advance from £5 (set your own price). All ages welcome.

For over 30 years, singer-songwriter Maryen Cairns’s allegorical folk-pop has offered a form of literate escapism for her worldwide fanbase. “I feel driven to create songs that people can disappear into. I want to pluck them away from reality so that they can lose themselves for a few minutes,” says the Guernsey-based Australian.

Maryen is a solo performance artist, a multi-instrumentalist, a producer, and a storytelling songwriter. Live, her work is both delicate and powerful, and surprisingly diverse… "Rainstick in one hand, keyboard in the other, microphone and voice firmly linked, feet punching a KikBox rhythm, clapping stick, shaker, medicine drum and guitar waiting in standby"

Maryen has released 7 critically-acclaimed albums; been produced and mentored by Rolling Stone's producer Chris Kimsey; and had a professional association with former Marillion lead singer Fish.

Today, the restless creative shows no signs of slowing down - she issued her first vinyl record in May 2024 - One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 1.

For over 30 years, singer-songwriter Maryen Cairns’s allegorical folk-pop has offered a form of literate escapism for her worldwide fanbase. “I feel driven to create songs that people can disappear into. I want to pluck them away from reality so that they can lose themselves for a few minutes,” says the Guernsey-based artist.

Maryen is a solo performance artist, a multi-instrumentalist, a producer, and a storytelling songwriter. Live, her work is both delicate and powerful, and surprisingly diverse… "Rainstick in one hand, keyboard in the other, microphone and voice firmly linked, feet punching a KikBox rhythm, clapping stick, shaker, medicine drum and guitar waiting in standby"

Her singular musicality has included releasing 7 critically-acclaimed albums; being produced and mentored by Rolling Stone's producer Chris Kimsey; and a professional association with former Marillion lead singer Fish.

Today, the restless creative shows no signs of slowing down. She issued her first vinyl record in May 2024 - One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 1 - which was recorded at the tail end of her 2023 UK tour.

Singer Songwriter Maryen Cairns - One Woman Band - plus support by The Cairns Club Roadshow, including Charles Gorrie & Squishpoetica. This will be a very special intimate show in the Mandala Cafe, with only 20 tickets available, so best secure yours now! 🎶🥁😁 £10 plus a very small booking fee of £0.61.

MARYEN CAIRNS: A Scottish born Australian now living in Guernsey, singer-songwriter Maryen Cairns pivots on a cajón between a guitar, piano & percussion, telling stories of smugglers, strong women and of hope for the future, with solo stripped back arrangements creating a primal and beautiful sonic backdrop. Maryen has been being produced and mentored by Rolling Stone's producer Chris Kimsey; released 7 critically-acclaimed solo albums; had a professional association with former Marillion lead singer Fish; toured 18,000 km through remote Australian communities with her family band; and now in 2024, has released her 1st Vinyl album “One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 1”.

CHARLES GORRIE Charles Gorrie is a Glasgow based Poet, Singer/Songwriter & Martial Arts Guru with an interest in personal alchemy whether from west or east.

Singer Songwriter Maryen Cairns, as a One Woman Band, playing original songs from her 30 year repertoire, using percussion along with piano & guitar to frame her beautiful wide ranged voice. Looking forward to playing at Mojo's Acoustic Sesh on this Saturday Arvo - 3pm to 4pm! Good food (including vegan & gluten free options); Great vibe; Cool tunes.

Singer Songwriter Maryen Cairns - One Woman Band - plus Jenny Lascelles in a rare solo outing, and Charles Gorrie from Glasgow. This will be a great night in a wonderful venue - best secure your tickets now! 🎶🥁😁 £10 plus a very small booking fee of £0.61.

MARYEN CAIRNS: A Scottish born Australian now living in Guernsey, singer-songwriter Maryen Cairns pivots on a cajón between a guitar, piano & percussion, telling stories of smugglers, strong women and of hope for the future, with solo stripped back arrangements creating a primal and beautiful sonic backdrop. Maryen has been being produced and mentored by Rolling Stone's producer Chris Kimsey; released 7 critically-acclaimed solo albums; had a professional association with former Marillion lead singer Fish; toured 18,000 km through remote Australian communities with her family band; and now in 2024, has released her 1st Vinyl album “One Woman Band, Live at Echotown Studios, Vol 1”.

JENNY LASCELLES: Like a summer’s walk… but through a graveyard. Jenny Lascelles is a singer-songwriter and pianist from Newcastle Upon Tyne, delivering raw and engaging live performances both as a solo artist and with her 6-piece rock band line-up. Combining intimate songwriting with grand sound, Jenny is a growing presence on the independent music scene.

CHARLES GORRIE Charles Gorrie is a Glasgow based Poet, Singer/Songwriter & Martial Arts Guru with an interest in personal alchemy whether from west or east.