Australian singer-songwriter Les Thomas brings his acclaimed story-led folk songs to the UK this July for a run of intimate headline shows across England.

Based in Melbourne, Thomas has built a growing reputation for intelligent, emotionally resonant songwriting rooted in working life, memory, history, and human connection.

His songs draw from the folk tradition while remaining deeply contemporary - balancing social conscience with warmth, humour, and strong melodic craft. In recent years he has performed at festivals including Yackandandah Folk Festival, Newstead Live, Burke & Wills Folk Festival, and the National Folk Festival in Canberra. In 2026 he also appears at the historic Tolpuddle Martyrs Festival alongside a broader UK touring run.

Thomas was recently awarded the Troubadour Foundation's 'Keeping the Flame Alive' Award for his contribution to socially engaged folk music.