Richie Owens, the Nashville-based singer-songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist known for fusing deep country roots with rock and punk grit, will embark across the Atlantic this August for a run of UK tour dates with fellow roots musicians Bob Ocker & Joe Sharp. Deemed the The UK Pub Crawl, this trek marks Owens’ return to the UK stage circuit, spanning historic pubs across Yorkshire, Oxfordshire and beyond.
Bandleader Richie says, “I’ve been blessed to perform across the UK for over 35 years, but Smoky Mountain DNA has given those journeys a whole new meaning. Every show is now a chance to celebrate the shared heritage, music, and stories that connect Britain and Appalachia. I’m excited to bring this new chapter of that story to audiences across the UK.”
This August 11 through 18, performing as a trio, Richie, Bob, and Joe,. will bring the front porch of Appalachian folklore to European audiences. With songs, stories, and traditions shared through intimate acoustic performances, they’re celebrating the recent release of Appalachia: Ballads, Bloodlines & the Long Journey Home, the first book + music offering in a series (available here), while helping keep the tradition of live music in historic pubs alive for the next generation. This unique run of shows is available for a limited time only.
The UK Pub Crawl Dates:
Aug. 11, 2026 in Robin Hood’s Bay, North Yorkshire at Grosvenor Hotel
Aug. 12, 2026 in Goodmanham, East Yorkshire at The Goodmanham Arms
Aug. 13, 2026 in Millington, East Yorkshire at The Gait Inn
Aug. 14-15, 2026 in Cropredy, Oxfordshire at Red Lion Pub/Cropredy Festival
Aug. 16, 2026 in Beverley, East Yorkshire at Sun Inn
Aug. 17, 2026 in Leeds at House Concert
Aug. 18, 2026 in Wallasey at The Mess, Fort Perch Rock
FREE AND TICKETED SHOWS | INFORMATION HERE
Appalachia: Ballads, Bloodlines, And The Long Journey Home, Vol. 2 is set for release on September 18th and available for pre-order here.
