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Maddie Morris

Maddie Morris is an artist who strives to make a difference in the world. Bold, insightful and refreshingly unique, they take traditional song in new directions to shine a light on contemporary issues. 

Folk songs have always told stories, but how Maddie makes their mark is by turning this storytelling into action. Described by Jim Moray as “leading the next generation of socially conscious songwriters”, they use their work to highlight inequality, challenge viewpoints and provide an inclusive space for shared experiences.

Whether they’re turning a centuries-old ballad on its head or writing something new, Maddie places their focus on drawing out true meaning rather than being true to tradition. Their debut studio album, Skin, (release February 2024) is a beautifully crafted collection of songs which amplifies the stories of those often marginalised by society. 

Passionately political, yet gently understated, this is music that deftly treads the path between art and activism.
 

Saltburn Folk Festival is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee, registered in England company number 11821526

Registered office: SC&AA, Albion Terrace, Saltburn by the Sea, North Yorkshire, TS12 1JW Phone: 07857 924789

Directors: Stephen Michael Bullock (Patron), Nigel Peter Carden (Company Secretary), Elinor Creaby-Attwood (Artistic Director),
Ellen Mather (Design Director), Timothy McElwaine (Treasurer and Director).

Photography credits Mike Sreenan

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