Ushti Baba
Ushti Baba
Ushti Baba are a fierce, high-energy folk fusion band that blends hypnotic Celtic melodies with modern dance rhythms. With heavy beatbox, wild fiddle, and an electrifying stage presence, their music is an energetic thrill ride, taking audiences on a journey from familiar lands to the beyond and back.
A Unique Fusion of Tradition and Innovation
The Bristol-based seven-piece has been setting festivals and venues alight across the UK and Europe since 2013. Paying warm tribute to their traditional folk roots while injecting a fresh, modern perspective, Ushti Baba creates an unforgettable experience for audiences everywhere they play.
Festival Favorites with BBC 6 Music Recognition
Ushti Baba’s dynamic, pulse-raising performances have earned them countless prominent festival slots, including Boomtown Fair, Priddy Folk Festival, and many more. Their growing reputation led to their first primetime radio play on BBC 6 Music in 2019, marking them as one of the most exciting acts in the contemporary folk scene.
New Music and Upcoming Album Release
2024 has been a huge year for Ushti Baba, with two single releases and two remixes already out. With more recording in progress, the band is gearing up to drop a brand-new full-length album later this year – an eagerly anticipated release for their loyal and ever-expanding fan base.
Critical Acclaim
“Make some space – you might need it as you flail around!”
Chris Hawkins, BBC 6 Music
“You are so blinking good you make my eyes bleed.”
Chris Brown, Boomtown Fair Town Crier
“Simply blew the place apart. Their sheer energy & sense of joy in their music is matched by their musicianship.”
Rachael Clarke, Director: Priddy Folk Festival
Don’t Miss Ushti Baba at Trowbridge Festival 2025
Get ready for a wild, immersive, and joy-filled musical experience as Ushti Baba takes the stage at Trowbridge Festival 2025. Whether you’re a folk purist or a dancefloor fanatic, their unique sound will have you moving from start to finish!
