A Birmingham-Born Voice in English Folk
Jon Wilks is a folk singer, songwriter and writer originally from Birmingham, whose work is closely associated with the modern revival of traditional English folk song. Although much of his repertoire draws on older rural and working-class traditions, his Midlands background brings an urban perspective to music often assumed to belong solely to the countryside.
Wilks is known for his sensitive interpretations of traditional material as well as original songs that explore history, place and everyday experience. Alongside performing, he has become an important voice within the folk world as a writer and commentator, helping to explain and contextualise folk music for contemporary audiences. He is also one of the founders of Tradfolk, an online platform dedicated to folk culture, song and scholarship.
His official website, jonwilks.online, brings together his music, writing, tour information and ongoing projects, offering a clear insight into both his creative work and his wider engagement with English folk tradition.
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