I Am Kloot’s head honcho John Bramwell is coming to Pop Recs in Sunderland this October.

I was on board with I Am Kloot way back in 2001, when their ‘Natural History’ album become my go-to release that year. I loved their indie-folk sound, and at its heart was John Bramwell’s extraordinary songwriting riches. Since then, Bramwell has continued to carve out a reputation as one of the UK’s finest, most distinct lyricists and performers—a craftsman capable of lacing dark humour, bone-deep melancholy, and sublime melody into singular acoustic anthems. Now stepping into the spotlight solo, his live shows remain an utter wow in intimacy and charisma. Expect a rich mix of classic Kloot favourites alongside gems from his acclaimed solo catalogue, all peppered with his trademark off-kilter banter, warmth, and unpredictable stage presence. Stripped back to its rawest form, his music finds room to breathe, proving that a great voice and an acoustic guitar can still captivate a room like nothing else. Pop Recs provides the perfect, heartfelt setting for an evening with a genuine Northern songwriting treasure—don’t miss out. GM

John Bramwell, Saturday 24 October, Pop Recs, Sunderland 7.30pm, £27.50, poprecs.co.uk