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Independent DIY alt-folk label from Bristol, UK Cuculi Records joins a growing number of DIY labels based in Bristol, UK. Come and listen.

It’s a collective effort imagined by songwriters and musicians as a space to cultivate our own sound and release it independently. We’re honoured to be releasing the emerging projects dreamed into being by friends from our community, with a focus on alt-folk, poetry, ambient and contemporary classical forms – as well as beautiful sounds that don’t have a name yet. This space has been a creative co

coon for us to develop our craft, and we want to share it with you. cuculirecords.com /

27/11/2025

Catch me on BCfm Radio this morning at 10.10 📻

I’ll be joining Josh & Anneka to chat about the absolute bumper crop of Cuculi Records activity going on at the moment - including the new single from Lou Alberry ‘Never’ (out tomorrow), upcoming debut albums from Claire Vine and Hedera, plus music from Hands of the Heron and Laurie Torres who’ll both by playing at The Greenbank Pub Easton in the next few weeks (30 Nov & 14 Dec respectively).

Snapped here by Rowan Elliott having my daily moment of appreciation for Bristol legends Wogan Coffee & Floatmylk 🙌

25/11/2025

THIS SUNDAY: at opening for

“Witty, poignant and utterly beguiling” - Pete Judge

Alt-folk songwriter Roland George Harrad is one of our favourite local artists - his debut album ‘Full Spiral’ has been on heavy rotation among our team since it came out in 2023. He also performs with legendary Bristol institutions and , showcasing his utterly unstoppable vocal chops.

Drawing on influences from jazz, folk, soul & theatre, Roland’s lyrics are written with piercing vulnerability, but delivered with refreshing humour and impeccable vocal dexterity. His harmonic arcs defy expectations in their twists and transitions, yet conclude with a satisfying inevitability reminiscent of Paul Simon and Leonard Cohen.

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24/11/2025

Thank you Headfirst Bristol for giving us Editor’s Pick for our upcoming show with Laurie Torres at The Greenbank Pub Easton on 14 Dec!

“Cuculi returns with pianist-composer Laurie Torres’ uniformly gorgeous post-minimalist piano pieces, shoulder-to-shoulder with multi-instrumentalist James Gow’s flickering cello, bass, and brass shapes. Seductive, intimate and mysterious FFO: Harold Budd, Duval Timothy, Ben Seretan.”

And to make this evening even more special, we’ve got a rare solo outing from local legend James Gow ( ) to open the night.

18/11/2025

Coming up on 30 Nov: Hands of the Heron + Roland George Harrad at The Greenbank Pub Easton 👇

Less than two weeks to go til our only Bristol gig this year! Catch us on Sunday 30 Nov at hosted by with support from incredible songsmith .

Basically if you like vocal harmonies and songs about feelings, this is not one to miss.

🎟️🔗🌳

13/11/2025

Out now: ‘Ceasefire’ - ft.

‘Ceasefire’ is the first single from Claire Vine’s upcoming debut album ‘We Carve Our Path’. A fervent and tender call for the end of the genocide in Palestine, this poignant track features layers of Claire’s voice in a haunting choir, accompanied by Tamsin Elliott on harp.

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Available on Bandcamp, Tidal & other streaming platforms (but not Spotify or Deezer)

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06/11/2025

New show! + at , Bristol | Sun 14 Dec

Cuculi Presents an evening of subtle experimentalism with pianist/composer Laurie Torres (Canada), in the intimate space above The Greenbank. Support from local sonic explorer James Gow on a rare solo outing, trying out new sounds on tenor guitar & electronics. Expect hypnotic semi-improvised sonic world-building from both of these quietly masterful artists - the perfect sonic experience for a wintry Sunday night.

FFO: Rachel’s, Steve Reich, Daniel Inzani, JOW, Erland Cooper

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05/11/2025

New single 'Leaf Mould' from Louis Alberry drops this Friday 👀

This earthy lil earworm is the second single from his upcoming album 'Milk Teeth', with Alberry's almost-whispered lyrics underpinned by a constant bass groove that gets right into the blood. It'll available via streaming services in just two days time, with digital pre-orders opening on Bandcamp as well (and it's Bandcamp Friday...)

24/10/2025

✨ New gig! ✨

30 Nov: Hands of the Heron / Roland George Harrad | The Greenbank Pub Easton

Cuculi Presents an evening with psychfolk trio Hands of the Heron in the Greenbank Pub with support from local songwriter Roland George Harrad - a rare local outing for both artists in an intimate seated gig.

Tickets available now from Headfirst Bristol in three tiers:
£13 - general
£16 - community supporter
£10 - low income

09/10/2025

Introducing... Louis Alberry

We're delighted to announce that we're working with Bristol-based songwriter & producer Louis Alberry to release his second album 'Milk Teeth'. The first single 'Night & Day' is out ✨tomorrow✨ on streaming platforms, and the full album will be released on 5th December.

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Who are we?

Cuculi Records is a DIY label based in Bristol, UK. It’s a collective effort imagined by songwriters Bethany Roberts and Bec Garthwaite as a space to cultivate our own sound and release it independently.

After several years of writing, performing and recording with songwriters’ collective Hands of the Heron, it felt right to create a platform to share the effort and joy of releasing our music, alongside the solo projects and offshoot collaborations born from the band.

Within this creative cocoon, these songwriters and poets have found pathways to develop their craft. Come and listen.