In making folk exciting and energetic, Rusty Shackle are certainly making a big impression in the world of live music“…the perfectly named, violin-toting Welsh quintet Rusty Shackle created a proper hootenanny hoedown” (Independent)- their live performances are simply unforgettable; high-paced, fun, frenzied but importantly jam-packed full of mind-blowing musical talent.

The alternative folk group amalgamate guitar, vocal harmonies, fiddle, mandola, banjo, drums, Cajon, trumpet and a beautiful bass line to create a sound truly unique to them and one that instantly fills you with emotion and energy you didn’t even know were there. What’s more, their amiable personalities and a real passion for what they do enable easy crowd interaction and banter – they truly are the perfect festival act.