Blue Lantern Session: Rachel Croft

An internationally recognised musician and multidisciplinary artist, Rachel Croft is known for her powerful vocals, cinematic songwriting, and electrifying stage presence.

Her works have been featured on Netflix, BBC Two, and premiered on major global outlets including CMT (USA) and the BBC.

Described as "truly exceptional" by BBC Introducing, her distinctive sound has graced iconic venues such as The Bitter End (New York), The Bluebird Cafe (Nashville), Bush Hall and Camden Assembly in London, alongside special performances in renowned spaces like Abbey Road Studios and The Blue Room in London's O2 Arena.

Recent festival appearances include Secret Garden Party (UK), Black Deer (UK), Toxoplasmose (Switzerland) and Festival a Toute Heure (Paris), alongside packed shows across Europe.

Rachel's music has been on rotation across leading UK and international chains such as Tesco and Waterstones.

She works closely with Gibson Guitars and was named Caffe Nero's Artist of the Month.

Beyond music, Rachel is a multifaceted creative force - bringing her vision to life through original pen and ink illustrations, mixed media animation, lino cuts, and video editing. "An emotive and uncompromising alternative artist, unapologetic and at the top of her game" - ATWOOD MAGAZINE