CoCo & The Butterfields @ Sidmouth Fringe
CoCo & The Butterfields @ Sidmouth Fringe
01 - 05 August 2026
Monday 3 August: 'Middle Monday' Sessions
Curated by 'Artist in Residence' Jonah Hitchens
Gates open at 1.00pm (Monday only). Sessions commence from 2.00pm until 11.30pm (approx)
Please note: Artist performance times may vary.
14.00
The McSmiths
The McSmiths are a Sidmouth based, folk inspired band playing original contemporary songs written by Steve Mc and arranged by the band. They have played on Devon based radio stations and at Sidmouth Sea Fest, Sidmouth Folk Week, Cornwall Folk Festival, Bradninch Music Festival, Bude & Stratton Folk Festival as well as numerous local concerts in the Sidmouth area. You can hear their work on their web page www.mcsmithsband.com
15.00
Natalie Fée
Weaving the wild into song, Bristol-based singer-songwriter Natalie Fée draws her inspiration from a deep, embodied connection to nature, blending the traditional warmth of folk with poetic lyrics, enchanting harmonies and healing invocations.
Natalie spent a year sitting ‘under the oak’ - meditating, writing and listening to the land - and many of the songs written that year have made their way into ‘Daughter of Nature’, her debut album, which came out in June this year.
Singles from the album have already had plays on BBC Introducing, and have clocked up over 500,000 streams. She’ll be playing with support from violinist Clare Mactaggart and friends with us this summer.
nataliefee.com
16.00
Jonah Hitchens and The Snake Boys
Jonah Hitchens is our very own local legend. Having gone to school in sidmouth he's made his mark on this area from a very early age. Since then he's gone off to play all over the world including venues in New Orleans. However, more locally at our own Pizza Express Live, Jazz Cafe and Ronnie Scott's in London.
Most recently he's been making serious waves in the UK Funk & Soul scene having fronted Lack of Afro on their 2024 and 2025 tours — a respected and well-loved name on the circuit known for infectious grooves and high-energy live shows.
Here, Jonah will be performing as his recent blues outfit. The Snake Boys!
The Snake Boys is a raw, unadulterated blues band — loud in spirit, tight in execution, and soaked in vintage tone. Drawing inspiration from icons such as Jimi Hendrix, Rory Gallagher, B.B. King and The Meters, the band fuse swaggering blues riffs with groove-heavy rhythm and raw rock & roll electricity.
With attitude and grit, Jonah and The Snake Boys deliver a timeless Blues/Rock energy that feels increasingly rare — no polish, no backing tracks, no gimmicks. Just a guitar, an amp and a killer rhythm section!
17.30
Twenny Bucks
Twenny Bucks makes big guitar music with angular drums, loud criffs (cringe riffs) and the occasional bad idea.
The songs tend to move quickly, the lyrics don't always take themselves seriously, and the general ethos is just to have a sick time.
Based somewhere between indie rock, punk and whatever sounds good turned up too loud.
FFO: Queens of the stone age, the Strokes, the Hives and Viagra boys
19.00
Agalma
Agalma is a genre-bluring collective carving out a sound that fuses jazz sophistication with deep-pocket funk, classic soul warmth, and the rhythmic edge of hip hop.
Rooted in groove and driven by fearless improvisation, the band delivers high-energy live performances that move seamlessly between tight, infectious originals and boldly reworked covers that feel entirely their own.
Fronted by the dynamic pairing of Senna Weeks (guitar & vocals) and Monty Willoughby (keys & vocals), Agalma’s sound is rich with expressive songwriting, and adventurous musicianship.
Will Roger’s on bass and Laurence Clutson on drums create a deep, undeniable feel, producing the foundation for soaring melodies and intricate interplay. Adding fire and finesse, Ben Waghorn on saxophone brings a distinctive sound that intensifies and enhances Agalma's live shows.
20.00
Lucky Boy
Indie Alt-Pop. Moody tunes to juvenile anthems.
Lucky Boy’s polished-trashy sound is as fresh as mum’s lasagne.
21.00
The Forty Fours
The forty fours are a london-based three-piece guitar band driven by melody, immediacy, and the kind of live energy that turns casual listeners into regulars. Drawing on the sharp songwriting and harmony-led approach of classic British rock, the band deliver concise, hook-filled songs that feel current rather than nostalgic.
Built from the stage up, the forty fours have earned a reputation as a powerful live band through regular shows across the capital, including performances at the 100 club, the spice of life, and Dublin castle. Their sets blend high-impact originals with reworked classics, creating a sense of momentum that has helped them build a loyal and growing audience.
The band have completed their debut album and are now entering a focused release phase, rolling out original material designed to capture the urgency and connection of their live shows. With a strong grassroots following and a clear creative direction, the forty fours are positioning themselves for their next step forward.
22.00
Jon Amor Trio
Having crossed paths in their numerous experiences on the UK scene, JON AMOR TRIO formed in 2023 to indulge in their mutual love of blues and funk, delivering high-energy sets across the land. Combining energy with spontaneous improvisation, Jon Amor Trio have drawn comparisons to Cream, Little Feat and John Mayer, headlining shows and festivals across the UK & Europe.
The trio is fronted by Jon Amor, known throughout Europe & North America for his time with The Hoax, but now well-established as a performer in his own right. He has taken the stage alongside the likes of Van Morrison, Buddy Guy and Billy Bragg, and recorded with Robert Plant.
Bass virtuoso Jerry Soffe has recorded and played live with Bernie Marsden (Whitesnake), Larry Garner, John Etheridge, and Louisiana Red.
Dynamic drummer Tom Gilkes has toured and recorded with Marc Ford (Black Crowes) Ian Siegal, Elles Bailey, Muddy Manninen (Wishbone Ash), Wille & The Bandits, and John Cornfield (Muse, Oasis).