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Joe Solo

@joe-solo.bsky.social

Folk-Punk singer-songwriter, WSO activist, and a quarter of Lithium Joe.

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Joe Solo- Songs & Verses Book Launch 'Songs & Verses' is the brand new collection of Joe Solo's lyrics and poetry going back 20 years. To launch this, Joe will be holding court, talking shop, and singing a handful of deep cuts from his b...

**LONDON FOLKS**

Last date on the 'SONGS & VERSES' Tour with with the lyric book is at the Betsey Trotwood on Sunday 15th March and I'd love to have your company.

Definitely the last talkie gig of 2026, so last chance before I start yelling at you again.

wegottickets.com/event/688529/

02.03.2026 14:36 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Joe Solo Live in Derby: The Indie Night Brings Punk Rock Solidarity to Mr Shaw’s House This May - TRENDИG Joe Solo returns to Derby with Calum Baird at Mr Shaws House on Saturday 9 May. Presented by The Indie Night, this powerful live concert celebrates independent music, solidarity and community spirit. ...

Cracking article in support of the gig at Mr. Shaw’s House in Derby in May.

Had a blast there with Jess on the Inspireography Tour in November, and I'd love to see the place packed again for Round 2.

It's a small venue, so be quick!!

trendng.com/local/joe-so...

25.02.2026 20:22 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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46 copies left on vinyl and there won't be any more, so if you're putting it off, dont.

Not for long anyway.

joesolomusic.bandcamp.com/album/punk-r...

24.02.2026 21:10 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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One last TRIPLE TROUBLE vinyl bundle over on Bandcamp if you're quick!

There's a handful of the Vinyl/CD and 'SONGS & VERSES'/CD bundles left too, but not many.

joesolomusic.bandcamp.com/album/punk-r...

Thanks everyone x

21.02.2026 18:28 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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TRIPLE VINYL BUNDLE!!
Just put a Triple Trouble vinyl bundle up on Bandcamp at:

joesolomusic.bandcamp.com/album/punk-r...

Β£30 the lot.

If you're playing Joe Solo catch-up, this is a really good way to start.

Limited to 10.

Thanks everyone x

20.02.2026 22:55 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Joe Solo ft. Mark Wyatt & Rebekah Findlay-  Searching For Shane
YouTube video by Joe Solo Joe Solo ft. Mark Wyatt & Rebekah Findlay- Searching For Shane

#OrchestralManoeuvres

Songs with strings...
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Joe Solo (ft. Mark Whyatt & Rebekah Findlay) - Searching For Shane πŸ–€

Released just yesterday, this is a moving and heartfelt tribute to Shane MacGowan @joe-solo.bsky.social

youtu.be/cKGw_X_UWL8?...

20.02.2026 07:58 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

This song is genuonely beautiful and sits well on a fantastic album. Honestly, go find it on Bandcamp!

19.02.2026 23:54 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Just wonderful, we loved the video πŸ–€

19.02.2026 21:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Joe Solo ft. Mark Wyatt & Rebekah Findlay-  Searching For Shane
YouTube video by Joe Solo Joe Solo ft. Mark Wyatt & Rebekah Findlay- Searching For Shane

Here we go.

'Searching For Shane' from my new album 'Punk Rock Prepared Us For This', my tribute to Shane MacGowan and The Pogues.

youtu.be/cKGw_X_UWL8?...

Enjoy x

19.02.2026 20:37 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1

It's a stunning track @joe-solo.bsky.social - one of my instant favourites on the album πŸ–€

19.02.2026 12:27 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Latest video single drops tonight at 8pm.

'Searching For Shane' is my tribute to Shane MacGowan and The Pogues.

It features Mark Whyatt on banjo and melodion, and Rebekah Findlay on fiddle.

The new album 'Punk Rock Prepared Us For This' is available here:

joesolomusic.bandcamp.com

19.02.2026 08:15 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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'I Wrote This Song To Be Sung' ft Steve White & The Protest Family is now on all streaming platforms alongside 'Rise Up! Rise Up!' if you look me up.

Please do your thing.

Thanks everyone x

16.02.2026 10:46 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Where to find me in the first few weeks of the 'Punk Rock Prepared Us For This' tour which kicks off at The Station in Ashton-under-Lyne on Saturday 21st March.

I have 3 dates with the 'SONGS & VERSES' lyric book starting in the same place on Sunday 22nd February.

Can't wait to be back out there

14.02.2026 20:31 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

All you #Loughborough -ites, Joe Solo is playing at Needles and Pins, Thursday 30th April

14.02.2026 18:52 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

30th April. Needle & Pin

14.02.2026 18:43 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Punk Rock Prepared Us For This, by Joe Solo 12 track album

One last trip to the post office this morning & all your orders have shipped.

Tour starts at The Station in Ashton-under-Lyne on March 21st.

So far the album has raised Β£4000 for frontline community support.

Keep those orders coming.

Thanks everyone x

joesolomusic.bandcamp.com/album/punk-r...

14.02.2026 09:30 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ–€ The second part of my gift arrived today, now to settle down, drink my birthday wine and listen to this fabulous new album πŸ–€

Punk Rock Prepared Us For This
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12.02.2026 19:40 β€” πŸ‘ 12    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ–€ Oh the joy of returning home from another draining and emotional day at work to find my present has arrived in time for my birthday tomorrow - thanks Joe, you've made my day πŸ–€

This machine builds communities
@joe-solo.bsky.social

11.02.2026 17:53 β€” πŸ‘ 15    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

HAPPY BIRTHDAY FOR TOMORROW πŸ™‚

11.02.2026 18:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Soundtrack for the foreseeable future ✊🏼 @joe-solo.bsky.social

11.02.2026 16:28 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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#goodpostday
Hotly anticipated
Looking fantastic.
Can't wait to spin it.
Latest from the indomitable @joe-solo.bsky.social

11.02.2026 07:23 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Hopefully. I haven't the space to store it though, so once these last 97 copies are gone that will be it. I should have some in Leeds as it's early in the tour.

10.02.2026 13:28 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Joe Solo: Songs and Verses - Book Review Selected Lyrics and Poetry charting Joe Solo's lyrical career as one of England's premier Punk-Folk political mouthpieces.

Massive THANK YOU to @louderthanwar.bsky.social for this incredible review of my lyric book 'SONGS & VERSES'

louderthanwar.com/joe-solo-son...
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Picket Line Press will be happy with some of these soundbites!

Copies available via Bandcamp.

09.02.2026 23:14 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Glad it landed safely, Comrade ✊️

09.02.2026 13:04 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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This was delivered this morning @joe-solo.bsky.social, Punk Rock Prepared Us For This: so many guest artists, including @protestfamily.com it's almost a compilation album! Music & songs for our time ✊ ps: available on @bandcamp.com

09.02.2026 12:14 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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I have 13 of these A4 album sleeve and lyric posters left if you're quick.

Β£5 plus a stamp and envelope from:
joesolomusic.bandcamp.com/album/punk-r...

And if you haven't bagged a vinyl or CD yet, remedy that while you're there!

07.02.2026 16:56 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I'll make sure it's in the post Monday at the latest πŸ™‚

06.02.2026 17:57 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Just pre-ordered - can't wait to hear the whole album @joe-solo.bsky.social πŸ–€

06.02.2026 17:53 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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We got proper cool t-shirts to go with the new album today.

The revolution will be accessorised.

joesolomusic.bandcamp.com

06.02.2026 17:51 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I have.

Maybe you should as well.

06.02.2026 12:16 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0