The Singer Songwriter Sessions

The Singer Songwriter Sessions @canteenbristol!

Join us in November for a cosy night of contemporary folk & singer-songwriter music.

Stripped-back acoustic sets, warm atmosphere, and a rotating lineup of Bristol-based artists.

Curated live music from 8:30pm–10pm
Optional open mic from 10pm onwards

Alex Comaish @alex_comaish
https://alexcomaish.ffm.to/alexcomaish
Hailing from the southwest of England, Alex combines the energy of folk-punk with jangling indie rock and an instinct for memorable folk-pop hooks. His witty, heartfelt songs explore long journeys, complicated relationships and the strange details that make ordinary experiences extraordinary. Whether playing with his band, or using loop pedals and layered harmonies, he creates a full, immersive live show that gets you singing along to love songs about monkeys with typewriters, or the age-old problem of being on the end of a drunk dial. 

For fans of anyone from Frank Turner to Maisie Peters, from Crowded House to the Gaslight Anthem. An energetic live performer, he’s played nearly 100 shows, including appearances at The Fleece, The Louisiana, 93 Feet East and Camden Assembly.  He has scored Support from BBC Bristol, and received glowing reviews from numerous online publications including CLOUT magazine. His latest EP, Damp Streets, was released in July 2026.

Ali Austiin @aliaustiin
From Mid-Wales roots to the heart of Bristol, Ali Austin is establishing herself as a standout talent in the R&B scene. With an emotive sound inspired by Olivia Dean and Amy Winehouse, she has graced stages across the South-West - including headlining a packed-out show at the iconic Bristol Louisiana and performing for Sofar Sounds. Backed by airplay on BBC Radio Cymru and Future Hits Radio, plus an artist spotlight by Bristol 24/7, her growing reputation speaks for itself.

Kosta Burgess @kostaburgess_music
Kosta Burgess is a singer-songwriter and guitarist hailing from Bristol, heavily inspired by the writing of Nick Drake, Neil Young and Adam Duritz, and the raspy vocal stylings of Stephen Stills. After finding a second home among the Camdenites of the grassroots label Spiritual Records, he quickly built up a reputation for his repertoire of emotive songs.

With growing momentum following the release of his debut single Louisiana in early 2025, Kosta was funded by the Arts Council to record a debut EP with Spiritual Records - The Heroes, the Poets, the Drunk and the Drained. It’s a reflection on his experiences making music among brilliant people in London, and an ode to the richness of the scene, particularly the title track. Released in May 2026, the EP was very well received, winning AmericanaUK's EP of the Month Award. Now he's moved back to Bristol, bringing his music back to his hometown!