Strange and beautiful pop infused with delicate electronica

Simon Bookish + Leafcutter John perform a special set of strange and delicate new versions of the Bookish back catalogue with live electronics.

Simon Bookish makes pop music that is steeped in playful experimentalism.  His rich, distinctive voice gives soul to his catchy songs.  He has worked with artists including Patrick Wolf, Saint Etienne, Max de Wardener, Franz Ferdinand, Grizzly Bear and Late of the Pier. 

"[Simon Bookish’s] recordings abound in little innovations, both sonic and lyrical." Pitchfork

Leafcutter John creates beautifully delicate electronica, layering sounds (often captured from nature), acoustic instruments and touching vocals.  He is also a member of Polar Bear (Mercury Music Prize nominees). 

“[Leafcutter John is] one of the UK’s most fearlessly inventive electronicists” Time Out London

Stuart Chalmers supports with glitchy, low-fi electronica created using acoustic samples, cassette tape technology and loop pedals.

Tickets: £10 (£7 concessions)

Bookings: 01865 305 305 / online (at the right of this page) / In person at the Oxford Playhouse

Thumbnail image credit: Vicki Churchill

Main image credit: Amarpaul Kalirai