Fergus McCreadie | York

Mercury Prize shortlisted Scottish pianist Fergus McCreadie and his trio take us on a journey from stormy skies to sunnier climbs, with a unique blend of Jazz & folk inspired by his country's sublime landscapes. 

Fergus McCreadie’s music captures the hearts and minds of audiences worldwide, with an appeal that extends far beyond the constraints of genre. Released to instant critical acclaim, Fergus’s 2022 albumForest Floor catapulted him into the international spotlight. 

The album topped the UK Jazz & Blues charts, prompted sold-out performances across the UK, praise from BBC 6Music, The Times, NME and earned him a 2022 Mercury Prize shortlist nomination, the 2022 Jazz FM Instrumentalist of the Year Award as well as the 2022 Scottish Album of the Year Award – the first jazz artist ever to be awarded the prize. Fergus’s latest album ‘Stream’ (2024) continues his exploration of the nature and landscapes of Scotland, this time delving into the essence of water.