Brighthelmstone presents the very best in Americana and Roots from around the world. It was founded in Brighton by James and Amy Walker in 2011.

Brighthelmstone has presented UK shows for the likes of Sturgill Simpson, Hiss Golden Messenger, Jason Isbell, Pokey LaFarge, Yola, Charley Crockett, Turnpike Troubadours and many more. Brighthelmstone also project manages festivals and events. To find out more about the acts and Companies we have worked with, click on 'About James' below.

The Team 

James Walker (About James) - Founder/ Main Booker/Managing Director and Head of Production:  james@brighthelmstonepromotions.co.uk

Amy Walker (About Amy) - Founder and Finance Director: amy@brighthelmstonepromotions.co.uk

Hedge - Events Coordinator:  hedge@brighthelmstonepromotions.co.uk

Jeff Tickle (About Jeff) - Director 

Bookings for Brighthelmstone: james@brighthelmstonepromotions.co.uk 

Our Head Sound Technician/ Engineer 

Ben Caro is the director of Bluebird sound professionals, Brighton’s longest established PA hire company (est 2003) and has been our Head Sound Technician/ Engineer and PA specialist for over five years now.

Ben has worked as a sound engineer and pa provider for BBC Radio One, Greenpeace at Glastonbury, The Brighton Centre, The Great Escape Festival, Americana music awards, Bestival, and many other festivals. 

Ben has worked as a sound engineer with James, Alicia keys, Calvin Harris. Jason Durello, Arctic Monkeys, Paul Young, Mel B, Steve Davis, Ian McCulloch, Ginger Baker, Gruff Rhys, Ms Dynamite, Geno Washington, Youth, Chris Difford, Hugh Cornwell, S club 7 and many others.

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Recent Reviews - 2024

Live Review: Mid Sussex Music & Ale Festival, The Hassocks, Saturday 24th August 2024

Punk, ska and psychobilly faves energise a hidden gem of a venue

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Recent review from artist - November 2024

" Hi Jim and Amy,

Thank you so much for looking after us so well last night – it was a really special show and we had a fantastic time – great way to end the tour! "

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Testimonial:  January 2025

As CEO and FCO of the Americana Music Association UK I have worked with Brighthelmstone Promotions for several years. James, with support from Amy, has been Production Manager for our annual showcase festival since ... and is now Festival Producer handling the whole 4 day event including our Conference and Awards Show and is an essential part of our event planning and management team. 

Whether dealing with artists or management at all levels or handling logistics of backline hire and transport, James has an eye for detail and a creative solution where required. 

Brighthelmstone Promotions are committed to making their events the best experience for the artist and audience, treating everyone with respect and attending to every detail. 

They are always a pleasure to deal with. 

Ian Thomas  - CEO AMA-UK

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