Iago Banet

Described as "a master of the guitar" by Sean Rafferty (BBC Radio 3 In Tune) and "nothing short of phenomenal" by critics, Iago Banet creates stories without words, enthralling audiences with every performance. A "highly recommended artist" by Celtic Connections, Banet is a true one-man band on the acoustic guitar.

Musical Journey

After starting his career in Galicia, Spain, Banet moved to London in 2014. After years of collaborating with various bands, he shifted his focus to a solo career, where his technical prowess could truly shine.

Discography & Touring

Influenced by legends like Merle Travis, Chet Atkins, and Tommy Emmanuel, Banet has developed a signature style across three acclaimed solo albums:

• A Sunset Wine (2019)
• Iago Banet (2022)
• TRES (2023)

His tours across the UK have been met with a fantastic reception, including multiple sell-out shows and high praise for his complex "fingerstyle" technique.

Style & Recognition

Banet’s versatility is his hallmark. He seamlessly fuses a massive range of genres, including:

Fingerstyle · Gypsy Jazz · Blues · Rock · Country · Dixieland Swing · Tex-Mex · Pop · Folk

He has appeared on BBC Radio 3 In Tune twice and was featured on BBC Radio 2’s The Blues Show with Cerys Matthews. Whether performing at renowned festivals or collaborating with other world-class artists, Iago Banet continues to redefine the boundaries of the acoustic guitar.