Californian singer-songwriter whose raw, folk-informed songwriting and distinctive voice have earned sustained critical acclaim.
Performing at
Sunday 27th September 2026
featuring Jesca Hoop & Lail Arad Richard Sears on piano
Wedgewood Rooms, Portsmouth
Doors at 19:30
Californian songwriter Jesca Hoop exemplifies the raw, honest singer-songwriter tradition, blending folk-rooted storytelling with a distinctive, unconventional voice. Raised in a Mormon community in Santa Rosa, she first developed her musical instincts through hymns and folk songs before beginning to write her own material as a teenager. Her early songwriting quickly drew attention, leading to a recording deal and the release of her debut album Kismet (2007), which introduced her thoughtful lyricism and singular melodic approach.
After relocating to the UK, Hoop signed to iconic indie label Sub Pop and continued to build a critically acclaimed catalogue defined by emotional depth and artistic independence. Albums including Hunting My Dress (2009), The House That Jack Built (2012), Memories Are Now (2017), Stonechild (2019), The Deconstruction Of Jack’s House (2021) and Order Of Romance (2022) showcase an artist unafraid to evolve while remaining rooted in honesty and expression. Across her work, Jesca Hoop balances vulnerability and strength, crafting songs that feel intimate, curious and quietly powerful.
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