Sir Richard Bishop live in Brecon Beacons National Park

Experience Sir Richard Bishop live on August 20th

Sir Richard Bishop will perform at Green Man Festival on August 20, 2026. Bishop is an American guitarist and composer known for his distinctive style blending elements of American primitive guitar, Hawaiian slack-key, Indian ragas, and various international folk traditions. His music frequently features intricate fingerpicking, hypnotic melodies, and a generally atmospheric and often melancholic quality. He has released numerous albums on labels like John Fahey’s Tomato Records and Drag City.

Green Man Festival is an independent music and arts festival held annually in the Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales. Established in 2003, it initially began as a small gathering focused on folk and acoustic music. Over time it has expanded to encompass a diverse range of genres including psychedelic rock, electronic music, experimental sounds and art installations.

The festival is noted for its curated atmosphere prioritizing artistic integrity over mainstream commercialism. It consistently receives critical acclaim for its programming and setting within the natural landscape of the Black Mountains. Green Man incorporates not only musical performances but also film screenings, comedy, workshops and literary events contributing to its multi-arts focus. The festival maintains a strong commitment to environmental sustainability within the national park setting.