Will Varley Previews New Album with Solo In-Store Shows
Folk artist builds buzz with release-week out-store gigs and Berlin tickets sale tomorrow!
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Countdown To Release
Here we go! Folk singer-songwriter Will Varley has announced that his long-awaited seventh album lands in just nine days. In an Instagram post featuring him clutching a test-press vinyl and grinning ear to ear, Varley wrote: “I can’t wait for you to hear it in full. To celebrate I’ll be playing a run of solo in-store and out-store shows around the release week. Tickets are on sale now over on my website (except for Berlin, which will go on sale tomorrow morning at 10 am). Thanks so much for all the amazing support you have given this album so far… x”
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In-store And Out-store Shows Across Release Week
Fans can snag tickets now for intimate in-store gigs at select indie record shops, with Varley accompanying each appearance on acoustic guitar. Out-store performances—in which he plays outdoors or in unconventional spaces—are designed to bring the music directly to the streets, cafes and creative hubs of the UK.
The only exception is Berlin: tickets for that show go on sale tomorrow at 10 am CET. Exact dates and venues will be listed on Varley’s website, but early details include appearances in London, Manchester, Brighton and Glasgow.
Will Varley’s Folk Roots
Varley’s rise from open-mic hopeful to acclaimed folk artist has been steady. In an earlier Instagram post, he reflected on “playing at lonely pub open-mic nights to crazy golf with Billy Bragg in Deal,” underscoring the long road to his current success.
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That post—shared on the eve of his previous release—drew praise from folk critics and peers alike, cementing his reputation for heartfelt songwriting and relentless touring.
Chelmsford Pre-release Show At Hot Box
Ahead of the official launch, Varley will headline a special out-store solo performance at Hot Box in Chelmsford. He teased: “Grab a copy of the album and come to the show x,” inviting fans to snag early copies and experience the new tracks live.
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Hot Box, known for its intimate setting and support of independent artists, offers the perfect backdrop for this one-off event.
Varley’s announcement arrives hot on the heels of his extensive UK tour last autumn, which saw stops in Portsmouth, Derby, Norwich and beyond. His knack for turning small venues into communal celebrations has earned him a devoted following across generations.
Looking Ahead
With the album release just days away, Varley’s schedule is filling fast. Fans outside the UK can also look forward to international dates later this year, including shows in Europe and a U.S. headline tour this November.
Between the in-store exclusives, out-store surprises and a series of intimate gigs, Varley is set to make this album cycle one of his most memorable yet. Whether you’ve followed him since those pub-gigs or are just discovering his work, the coming weeks promise plenty of opportunities to catch him live—often just around the corner.
As the countdown reaches its final days, tickets for most shows remain available. To guarantee your spot at an in-store listening or out-store mini-concert, head to willvarleymusic.com and secure your pass before they vanish.
Soon, those nine days will feel like a distant memory—replaced by live choruses, shared stories and the unmistakable sound of Will Varley’s latest songs resonating in homes and halls across the globe.
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