Singularities

Tobias Jacob

• Thu 6 May , 8pm
• Music Room, University Hall

*** EVENT from Spring 2010 ***

Rising star Tobias Jacob has been dazzling audiences at festivals across the UK as singer and guitarist with the band The Roots Union. This solo gig puts Jacob's hauntingly melodious voice and brilliant musicianship centre stage. Critically acclaimed, these finely crafted songs of love, redemption and protest unfold with a soulfulness that belies his youth. As the energy builds, the familiar ground of folk, roots and Americana is transformed with all sorts of original and unexpected influences. All subtly, but potently, providing a rich mix from which the lyrics emerge. Infectious and heartfelt, Jacob's performance remains with you long after.

'What a voice Tobias has... definitely one to watch out for' Late Junction, BBC R3

Post-Concert Conversation:
Tobias Jacob & Sam Richards

Author, folk historian and broadcaster Sam Richards and Jacob respond to ICIA's theme in a wide ranging discussion covering the role of the modern folk musician, the nature of the work, and where in his career Jacob finds himself at this moment.

Limited seating, advance booking advisable.

• Tickets £9
• Concs £7
• University staff £7
• BUSU £5