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The Vox Set at Mussenden: Jake Blount

The Vox Set returns for a second series of intimate concerts inside the iconic Mussenden Temple. Kicking off this season is rising star of the American roots music scene, Jake Blount.

  • Booking essential

Following a stellar launch year, 2024 promises an eclectic mix of talented artists and curated live performances on the North Coast. Making his first appearance in Northern Ireland, the acclaimed artist will be lighting up the Temple with his unique, modern take on folk traditions.

Expect a mix of evocative songs and foot-stomping fiddle tunes, with exceptional musicianship and singing.

About the artist:

Jake Blount is a rising star of American roots music, a talented banjoist and fiddle player and soulful singer. The award-winning artist's work shines a light on the major yet often overlooked contributions that Black, Indigenous and LGBTQ artists have made to American folk traditions. Jake has toured widely across the USA and Europe, taking his music and scholarship to venues including Newport Folk Festival, Carnegie Hall and Denmark’s Roskilde Festival. His 2022 album The New Faith features inspired new arrangements of traditional songs including Black spirituals and Blues, and has received glowing reviews from Rolling Stone, The Guardian and many more.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult £35.00
All wheelchair user£35.00

Event additional prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Carer£0.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

12+ Under 16s to be accompanied by an adult.

Meeting point

Lion's Gate Carpark, Mussenden Road BT51 4RP

What to bring and wear

Please dress for Northern Irish weather conditions! The temple is a beautiful stone building and can feel colder at times. Dress appropriately. No high heels or studded footwear.

Accessibility

Note there are steep steps into Mussenden Temple. Wheelchair accessible, please contact us to see how we can support your accessibility request. 2 wheelchair spaces available. Wheelchair users please arrive by 6:30PM. Note, no alcohol permitted in the venue, no coloured liquids permitted in the venue to protect the historic building.

Other

Please note this performance will be recorded and filmed.

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