Through twenty-five years, 2,000 shows and 20 albums, Lonesome Ace Stringband co-founders John Showman and Chris Coole have forged a deep and instinctual musical bond that lurks in a unique space on the outskirts of old-time, bluegrass, and folk. With a huge palette of influences such as John Hartford, Hank Williams, Blaze Foley and The Band, along with a deep knowledge of traditional fiddle music by artists like Eck Robertson, Ed Haley, and Art Stamper, the duo’s original music blends these many vistas and paints something both personal and timely.

This May, Showman and Coole embark on their sixth tour of the UK, with 5 shows in England and 3 in Wales. With their new album “Big Wing” (December 2025) and many new singles in their repertoire, they are excited to bring their dynamic duo show to audiences old and new alike.