Alt-country rising star Benjamin Folke Thomas and his band will visit the UK in April for an eleven-date tour.

The tour starts on Tuesday 14 April at The Half Moon in Putney, one of London's most celebrated music venues. This gig will also mark the launch of Ben's new album Rogue State Mind and will open with a support slot by Maria Byrne and Orphan Colours.

Although currently living in Sweden, Ben was based in London for seven years and built a substantial following in the UK. As well as London club gigs, he has performed at many British festivals including Glastonbury, Green Man, Larmer Tree and Cropredy.

During the April tour, Ben will also record a session with Bob Harris for broadcast on BBC Radio 2 later in the year. Bob, who showcased Ben at last year's Americanas in Nashville, says: "Ben can really hold an audience. Catch his show if you can - great songs, great vocals, great playing and great charisma."

BENJAMIN FOLKE THOMAS 2015 TOUR DATES:

Tuesday 14 The Half Moon, Putney, London

Wednesday 15 Mill Arts Centre, Banbury

Thursday 16 Hare & Hounds, Kings Heath, Birmingham

Friday 17 Chapel Arts, Bath

Saturday 18 Swiss Cottage Session SOLD OUT

Sunday 19 Oxford Folk Festival

Tuesday 21 The Musician, Leicester

Wednesday 22 The Maltings, Farnham

Thursday 23 Kenn Village, Somerset

Saturday 25 Kingskerswell Church, Devon

Sunday 26 The Cellars at Eastney, Portsmouth

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