Abi Farrell & Jess Fitz Live at The Jericho Tavern, Oxford

Abi Farrell Live at The Jericho, Oxford

Come and join soul vocalist and songwriter Abi Farrell and her 7-piece band for an unforgettable hometown gig at The Jericho Tavern in Oxford. Following a sell-out show here in April 2023, Abi is excited to return to one of her favourite venues alongside very special guest, Jess Fitz who will be performing a not-to-be-missed opening set.

About Abi Farrell

Abi Farrell was raised in rural Oxfordshire on a soundtrack of vocal powerhouses spanning the likes of Aretha Franklin, Chaka Khan, Candi Staton and Carole King. Named 'an artist on the rise.. a considerable talent' by Blues and Soul Magazine, Abi is known for her effortlessly pure voice and lyrical dexterity, which is equally at home creating moving, introspective ballads as it is high-energy, empowering anthems. Lyrically, her music explores themes of identity, self-esteem, self-worth, empowerment, gender equality, mental health and social mobility. With an appeal that transcends generations, Abi's voice and songwriting explore the experience of navigating the world as a fiercely ambitious young woman from a working-class background.

Abi's music has been consistently embraced by the UK & international soul scene since releasing a string of singles in collaboration with Big AC Records, including 'I Will See You Through', 'Empowered', 'Don't Follow Me' and 'Stepping Out Of Your Shadow', which were produced by Mitch Ayling of The Milk and pressed to limited edition 7" vinyl. Her releases have been championed by Craig Charles on BBC Radio 2 and BBC 6 Music, who praised Abi's writing 'proper soul for the 21st century'. 'Don't Follow Me', a social commentary on misogyny, was premiered by Robert Elms on BBC Radio London and subsequently led to Abi performing the track on BBC Radio 4's Loose Ends.

Though Abi has been captivating live audiences since her teenage years, she has recently opened stages for Izo Fitzroy, Dee C Lee and Stone Foundation, has headlined the BBC Introducing stage at Oxfordshire's The Big Feastival, and has performed at venues such as Pizza Express Jazz Club, Pizza Express Live Holborn, The 100 Club, The Cavern Club Liverpool, Servant Jazz Quarters, Colours Hoxton, Oslo Hackney, and The Louisiana, Bristol.

In addition to her own artistry, Abi has performed backing vocals for many of her peers: Nick Corbin, Emma Noble, Carmy Love, The Milk, PM Warson, Denver Cuss and James Bone, and continues to lend her voice to music she loves.

This show will mark Abi's second performance at the Jericho Tavern, having played a sell-out gig in Spring 2023. It will celebrate new music which is due to arrive this Spring.

About Jess Fitz

Known for her big hair and big voice, Jess Fitz is a queer pop artist influenced by funk, soul, disco and powerful female voices including Whitney Houston, Amy Winehouse, Dua Lipa and RAYE.

A string of independent releases since 2020 have surpassed 100k Spotify streams and received support from BBC 6 Music and BBC Introducing.

She has also notably performed at the Isle of Wight Festival as well as sold out headline shows at London venues including Paper Dress Vintage, Doña, The Grace and Folklore, plus performances at The Jazz Café, The Social, and Ronnie Scott's.

A champion of women in music, she is also a resident presenter on Voices Radio with monthly show 'Dancing Queens'.

"Proper Soul for the 21st Century" - The Craig Charles House Party Show, BBC Radio 2

"A great soul singer!" - Tony Blackburn, BBC Radio London

“Great songwriting and a beautiful voice” - Robert Elms - BBC Radio London

“An artist on the rise... a considerable talent” - Blues & Soul Magazine