Bella Hardy

Known for her crystal-clear voice and fearless songwriting, Hardy continues to push the boundaries of contemporary folk while staying deeply rooted in the traditions that inspire her.

A gifted storyteller, her work explores themes of home and heartache, love and loss, with striking honesty and poetic depth. Rooted in folk but never bound by it, she weaves her tales with precision, sensitivity, wisdom and the deft musicianship for which she’s renowned, now honed by 18-years of experience at the forefront of English folk music.

With her new material set to debut in 2026, audiences will be among the first to experience her latest chapter.

Those who have witnessed Bella live know the power of her performances. Her voice, both delicate and commanding, draws listeners in from the first note, creating an atmosphere that feels as intimate as it is unforgettable.

From her breakthrough debut Night Visiting (2007) to ten acclaimed solo albums, Bella has forged an extraordinary career. She’s performed unaccompanied at the Royal Albert Hall, learned the songs of farmers in rural China, sung from the hills of her beloved Peak District, and immersed herself in the music of Nashville during a year as a Tennessee ranch hand. Her journey has shaped a voice that is at once worldly and deeply personal – a voice that earned her the title of BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards Singer of the Year.

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Mojo “Brit folk's finest” | The Guardian “A fine, no-nonsense interpreter of traditional music and an excellent songwriter” | Songlines “Few are as adventurous and intriguing”

Reviews of Love Songs

5* The Morning Star “An essential addition to any devoted folk fan’s collection”  |  5* RnR Magazine “Hardy has a fine body of work, but this undoubtably tops it”   |  4* Songlines Magazine “She is such a beautiful singer… a warm, involving and beautiful set”  | 4* The Financial Times  |  Irish Music Magazine “For clarity and conviction, you won’t find better anywhere in England”