Gabriel Moreno and Dave Burn

On Sunday, 12th April, The Folklore Rooms—located upstairs in the familiar surroundings of The Quadrant on North Street—will be hosting a double-bill featuring Gabriel Moreno and Dave Burn. This event brings together two distinct voices from the London alternative country and folk scene for a night of storytelling and live music in Brighton. The evening is structured as a double-header, where both artists perform their own sets but also come together for collaborative moments. Doors are scheduled to open at 19:00, with the performances beginning at 19:30. It’s a fairly standard setup for the venue, with tickets priced at £15.00, offering a straightforward way to spend a Sunday evening listening to some well-crafted Americana.

Gabriel Moreno is an interesting figure in this circuit; a Gibraltarian poet and singer-songwriter based in London, he has published sixteen books of poetry and serves as a Cultural Ambassador for his home territory. His musical style, which he describes as "Taberna Folk," blends a certain Mediterranean lyricism with the kind of dark, poetic songwriting often associated with Leonard Cohen. Joining him is Dave Burn, a musician who has been central to the UK’s alt-country movement for quite some time. As a co-founder of ahab and a member of Orphan Colours, Burn’s work typically draws from a mix of influences, ranging from the intricate folk of Richard Thompson to the classic American rock sounds of Tom Petty, all filtered through a London indie lens.

The collaboration between the two is a central part of the evening's appeal. While they are established artists in their own right, their shared history in the London folk scene means the show often feels more like a cohesive session than two separate gigs. For those who follow the local folk and Americana circuit, this is a chance to see how Moreno’s literary, almost theatrical approach contrasts with Burn’s more traditional alt-country roots. The venue itself, The Folklore Rooms, provides a focused environment for this kind of performance, situated right in the heart of Brighton at 12 & 13 North Street Quadrant. It’s a solid option for anyone interested in contemporary folk music or alternative poetry, providing a clear look at two experienced songwriters sharing a stage.