Folkestone takes its name from the windswept shores of the English coastal village of the same name, where the past lingers in the salty air and the waves crash with a rhythm all their own—much like the band’s sound, which merges the haunting spirit of folk and Celtic music with the infectious energy of Britpop and Americana. With Kenyon King on vocals/guitar, Patti Ripton on bass, and Lauren Lebois on fiddle/vocals, the trio creates a sound that is intimate, soulful and effortlessly cool. With foot-stomping rhythms and sing-along songs, Folkestone's sound is always warm, nostalgic, and full of heart. Simply put, it's music to drink beer to.
