Ivan Moult inhabits a curious, gentle space set between the 1970s folk/blues tradition and modern, confessional lyricism, stylistically evoking the likes of Cat Stevens, John Martyn, Nick Drake and Damien Rice.

His 2010 debut EP, The Mine Canary, set critical hearts aflame resulting in radio airplay from Tom Robinson on BBC Radio 6, Bethan Elfyn on BBC Radio 1 and BBC Radio Wales. This was then followed by two further acclaimed EPs: What’s In A Word in 2011, and Castle Class in 2012. 

Moult’s debut, Second Guessing was released in 2014, which includes his viral pop-folk single Lazy Day. Ivan later collaborated with multi-instrumentalist Barnaby Carter, and released his sophomore album Longest Shadow in 2018. 

Throughout 2020, Ivan spent much of the pandemic learning how to self-record, produce and play the drums. He later released the single What More Could I Say in August 2020, along with a b-side cover of Britney Spears’ ‘Toxic’.  The following year saw Moult release single Steady Hands with a b-side cover of The Bangles’ ‘Eternal Flame’.

Ivan’s third album, Songs From Severn Grove, was released in 2023 on Welsh record label Bubblewrap Records, and subsequently shortlisted for the Welsh Music Prize that year. The album showcases Moult’s versatility having written, played, recorded and mixed all of the songs at his home studio in Cardiff, with mastering polished off by Charlie Francis (REM, Robyn Hitchcock, Adwaith). His signature sound with a contemporary touch is on full display as he showcases his strongest work yet. Ivan’s original and unique voice is at the centre of the soundscape, layered with harmonies and delay-soaked electric guitars.

Moult, has received support from BBC Radio 6 Music, BBC Radio Wales and Folk Radio UK. He has performed at the likes of: Green Man Festival, Cornbury Festival, and Festival of Voice, as well as playing support slots with This Is The Kit, Becca Mancari, Kele Okereke, and Willy Mason.

For fans of: Laura Marling, Ben Howard, Glen Hansard, and José González.