MELANIE BAKER

Sunday 11th August 2024
Council Chamber, Newcastle Civic Centre, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8QH

Melanie Baker is a singer, songwriter and musician hailing from the Lake District and now based in Newcastle-upon-tyne. Her direct and honest lyricism capture themes such as queer identity, self-reflection and the anxieties of modern life.

She has supported the likes of dodie, Tessa Violet, Maisie Peters, Will Varley, Jen Cloher, Jesca Hoop and runnner.

Her self-released music so far has organically amassed over a million streams on Spotify alone and received radio play from BBC Introducing, BBC Radio , BBC Radio 1 and BBC Radio 6Music.

After her debut headline UK tour in 2022, she has been working on her third EP, set to be released next year. "Amid real, raw pathos, there’s also a sense of lightness to Baker’s newly rocky full-band arrangements. These are songs that may never have existed had Baker not found a way to make music that excited her again, and that gives them a tangible spark."

​Reflecting on her songwriting process, Melanie says "I write about what I know and how I feel, if other people can relate to that then sharing those songs feels like an integral part of the process." Melanie’s fearless vulnerability allows her music to cut to the chase of raw and relatable human experiences.

Free, pre-booking essential

5pm - 5.45pm

This is a licensed venue and any under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.

No drinks are permitted inside the Council Chamber.

The venue and festival site are wheelchair and pushchair accessible.

There will be a break out / quiet space available.