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Lost in the Loop are a folk band based in London. Their music puts a modern spin on the dance-like qualities of traditional melodies to get audiences stamping their feet. They match these with thoughtful renditions of folk songs and sea shanties, and soulful airs accompanied on bouzouki. Through their innovative arrangements and original compositions, they bring fresh energy to timeless musical traditions. 

Having met at an Irish session in South London, they bonded over a shared love of traditional fiddle tunes and the rich possibilities of cello in folk music. They have quickly become a regular feature of the London folk scene, playing at venues such as The Harrison and Heath Street Baptist Church, Kings Place and a number of folk clubs across the city. This Summer Lost in the Loop have made their debut festival appearances, including The Great North Folk Festival, FolkEast and Bungay Folk Festival.

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Hear us live, either as a duo or with our full band setup, 'Lost in the Loop and Friends'. Click above for more.

Meet the Musicians

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Eliza Burkitt

Eliza grew up in Suffolk, surrounded by musical influences from both folk and classical traditions. As well as bringing an expressive fiddle style to Lost in the Loop, she is also a vocalist and composer of original tunes.  Following her training at Guildhall School of Music in London, she enjoys the variety of performing for theatre, session work with a range of artists, and playing with ensembles such as Brixton Chamber Orchestra to bring instrumental music into unexpected and accessible spaces. 

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Solly Hardwick

Solly specialises in adding rhythmic cello accompaniment, and playing fiddle tunes on cello in the folk style. He plays music ranging from Celtic to Bluegrass to traditional English folk. As well as playing cello he is a multi-instrumentalist, playing mandolin, bouzouki, guitar, and Irish tenor banjo. When it comes to songs, he is a lover of sea shanties, and writing songs in the folk style. 

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Lost in the Loop & Friends

We frequently collaborate with musicians to expand our sound to a full band. Recent projects include shows with percussionist Clara Smith, guitarist Mark Wilson and members of folk fusion band Southbound. Most recently, Lost in the Loop and Friends have spent a week playing sessions and gigging on the Isle of Skye.

Another recent project is 'Folk on the Hill', working with Hill Station Cafe to curate a monthly folk night of tunes and songs. This is run alongside Hanna Young and George McNaughton-Ellis.

Upcoming Gigs

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Previous Gigs

The Bread and Roses, Clapham - 19/09/2025

The Harrison, King's Cross - 23/09/2025

Kings Place Foyer, King's Cross - 07/02/2026

Aces & Eights, Archway - 28/01/2026

New Street Market, Woodbridge - 27/02/2026

The Sussex Arms, Tunbridge Wells - 15/03/2026

Folk in the Cellar, Kentish Town - 11/05/2026

Big J's Biltong Bar, Deptford - 15/05/2026

Heath Street Baptist Church, Hampstead - 10/06/2026

Folk in the Jar, Haringey - 24/06/2026

Dulwich Folk Club - 05/07/2026

Islington Folk Club - 11/07/2026

Great North Folk Festival, Botton - 11/07/2026

COLAB Theatre, Southwark - 15/07/2026

FolkEast, Suffolk - 23/08/2026

The Old Inn, Carbost, Isle of Skye - 29/08/2026

Bungay Folk Festival - 05/09/2026

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Event Type
Gigs
Weddings
Festivals
Private Parties
Other

Bookings & Inquiries

Lost in the Loop are always happy to take enquiries to perform at events and functions. With a wide range of musical influences between them, they can tailor their set to create the right atmosphere. They enjoy arranging music across genres, modern and traditional, in their own style. Get in touch using our booking form or at lostintheloopfolk@gmail.com to discuss bookings, rates, and tunes!

'A joyous whirligig of music making that sweeps you up with wit and invention' - Rachel Halliburton

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