Alex Akiba

Alex Akiba is a contemporary folk musician from Disley in the North West of England. His work centres on original songwriting accompanied by intricate fingerstyle guitar, shaped by an affinity with the acoustic traditions of the 1970s folk revival.

Drawing inspiration from the natural world, Alex Akiba’s lyrics frequently reflect introspection and close observation. His compositions are structured around textured guitar arrangements that support a clear and expressive vocal line. In performance, his sound evokes the emotional depth associated with artists such as Nick Drake and John Martyn, whose songs also feature in his live repertoire.