Queens of Banjo Punk, 'Baskery', head to Brecon

Baskery are a Swedish trio of sisters who have built an international following with their unique blend of folk, blues, country and punk.

The trio will bet performing at The Foundry in Brecon on Friday, November 20.

“Baskery are known for their incredible musicianship, harmonies and energetic live performances, they’ve played stages across the world, so having them perform in an intimate grassroots venue here in Brecon is something we’re particularly excited about,” said Dean from The Foundry.

“It’s a fantastic opportunity for local music lovers to experience an internationally touring act up close, without having to travel to a major city.”

Tickets can be purchased by going to: https://www.thefoundrybrecon.co.uk/event-details-registration/baskery-1

Baskery is made up of three sisters from Sweden who have played music since they could hold an instrument. They released their first album in 2008 was recorded in Stockholm, co-produced by Lasse Mårtén, who is known for working with Taylor Swift, Pink, Chrissie Hynde, Primal Scream, and Adele.

The sisters have released several albums and EPs since, working with more well known producers in the industry and were signed to Warner Music. Their most recent album released in 2018, and was called ‘Coyote & Sirens.’

On the live scene Baskery are experienced in putting on a show have played over 400 of their own in 2015 the sisters were invited to join legendary artist Robbie Williams as opener and special guests on his arena-tour throughout Europe. Later the same year they also toured the US with Gary Clark Jr and Brandi Carlile and the festival requests roll in Colours of Ostrava, Bonnaroo, Utopiafest, Newport Folk Festival, Arroyo Seco and Bottlerock.