A POPULAR musician returns to Davenham on the back of a new album release.

Neil McSweeney, from Sheffield, will play at Davenham Theatre on Saturday, September 23 supported by solo artist Tracey Browne.

He has released fourth album A Coat Worth Wearing and plays a mixture of folk, blues and country influences.

McSweeney’s debut album, Remember to Smile was released in 2006 by independent label, LM Music.

Tracks attracted attention from BBC Radio 2 and digital station BBC Radio 6 Music.

He has collaborated with a number of musicians from the English folk and roots scene including Lucy Farrell, Sam Sweeney, Brooks Williams and Matt Boulter.

Neil will be supported by multi-instrumentalist Tracey whose credits include recording projects by Thea Gilmore, Nigel Stonier and a host of independent artists.

She plays guitar, piano, tenor guitar, bass, Q-chord and provides vocals on her own songs as well as harmonising with others.

Tracey trained as a sound at Manchester’s airtight studios where she recorded and mixed two EPs and two albums.

Tickets are £10 from andrewjohnwhalley@gmail.com or £11 at wegottickets.com/event/395179.

Doors and bar open at 7.30pm.