Continuing celebrations of over 130 years of music history, Gibson has announced the Gibson Garage London Acoustic Sessions performance series and upcoming events for June. An array of young talent will be performing live at the Gibson Garage London including Merrick Winter and Matt Ginno. Keep reading below for more details.
All Gibson Garage London Acoustic Sessions performances are live, free, and open to the public from the state-of-the-art stage located on the lower level of the Gibson Garage London. The Gibson Garage London is the ultimate music experience and marks the first Gibson flagship store outside of the U.S. and is located at 61-62 Eastcastle St, London, UK just off Oxford Street. A vibrant addition to the London music community, the Gibson Garage London features a live stage with regular music performances, special events, and album release parties from both emerging and established artists for music fans to enjoy. Every month there are new events and shows for fans inside the Gibson Garage.
The Gibson Garage London Acoustic Sessions are a partnership between the Gibson Garage and Busk In London–the London-based busking programme, launched by the Mayor of London and managed by Found in Music–which is the city’s leading programme supporting the music, live performances and careers of buskers. Every month, the Gibson Garage London Acoustic Sessions showcase artists who perform their music on celebrated Gibson acoustics which are all handcrafted by the expert luthiers at Gibson’s acoustic craftory in Bozeman, Montana. The Gibson Garage London flagship store also features a special, dedicated Acoustic guitar room with one of the largest display of storied Gibson Acoustic guitars throughout the entire UK, as well as a special area for Epiphone acoustics including the premium and popular Epiphone Inspired by Gibson Custom guitars. For the latest schedule of events at the Gibson Garage London, follow @GibsonGuitarUK on Instagram.
Gibson Garage London Acoustic Sessions:
Merrick Winter
Thursday, June 12
2:00-2:30
Merrick Winter is a London-based songwriter and guitarist whose music bridges contemporary folk-pop with the classic American songbook. Born in Fairfield, Iowa—home to Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s Transcendental Meditation University—Winter was raised in an Anglo-American family within an alternative spiritual community. He learned to meditate at the age of 10, and early musical influences like The Beatles and Donovan (with their own ties to Maharishi) were soon joined by more esoteric figures such as David Lynch, Paul Simon, and an unexpected love for Irish traditional music. While studying English Literature at King’s College London, Winter began writing and performing in bands, first making a name for himself as a producer before releasing his debut solo recordings in 2022. This eclectic upbringing and deep literary background fuel a reverent, narrative-driven style.
Though he leans away from the mainstream in his own work—favoring intricate guitar work and story-rich lyrics reminiscent of Randy Newman—Winter has written and produced for major artists including half·alive and Ivor Novello Rising Star winner Victoria Canal. His solo sound, shaped by influences like James Taylor and Ry Cooder, has earned him a growing fanbase in London, Los Angeles, and Nashville, where his intimate, compelling live shows continue to resonate. He sold out London’s iconic St. Pancras Old Church in November 2024, and recently toured globally with Bastille, opening for the Ampersand campaign and playing with them across the UK, EU, and USA.
Winter’s sophomore EP, The California Zephyr, was released May 9 via Tone Tree Music. Listen to music from Merrick Winter here: https://nfan.link/zephyr
Matt Ginno
(in partnership with Busk In London)
June 17
5:30-6:00
An honest, acoustic storyteller, Matt Ginno writes the words we struggle to find in the moment -and sings them like he’s been there too. The London-based singer-songwriter, first picked up a guitar in his teens, busking the quiet streets of his hometown before graduating to the bustling heart of the capital, where he now performs daily. Drawing on indie and pop influences, Matt’s music has led him to play stages at Glastonbury as well as some of London’s most iconic venues. With support from BBC Introducing (‘Track of the Day’, Morning Dew), international podcasts (Car Party!’s ‘Underground Song of the Year’ nominee, September), and a growing online fanbase, his songs continue to resonate far beyond the street corners where they began. Listen to music from Matt Ginno here: https://linktr.ee/mattginnomusic
With a rich history of craftsmanship and innovation, Gibson has become synonymous with music culture. A vibrant and immersive music destination, the Gibson Garage London marks the first Gibson flagship store outside of the U.S. and follows the successful opening of the Gibson Garage Nashville. The Gibson Garage London is in the heart of historic London and is the ultimate guitar experience and destination for music lovers across the globe and the place to explore the music history of Gibson which spans over 130 years.
At the Gibson Garage London, music lovers are encouraged to plug in and play more than 300 electric and acoustic guitars. The Gibson Garage London features a special, dedicated acoustic guitar room with one of the largest displays of Gibson Acoustic guitars in the entire UK, as well as areas for Epiphone electric, acoustic and bass guitars, and the biggest display of Kramer guitars in the UK. At the Garage, fans are welcome to pick up and play all things Gibson, Epiphone, Kramer, MESA/Boogie, Gibson Amplifiers, Maestro pedals, and enjoy a massive display of exclusive Gibson apparel, gifts, and lifestyle items, as well as gear and accessories.
Buying a guitar is a personal experience, with the most discerning customers appreciating a personalized guitar tailored to their specific needs and preferences. Step into the world of Gibson’s Made-to-Measure program, available only at the Gibson Garage London and the Gibson Garage Nashville. Make an appointment with one of our Garage Pro’s to build your dream guitar, using one of our iconic Gibson models as a starting point. The journey continues by selecting your top from our wood library, identifying your ideal neck shape and size and ends with picking your color, pick-ups, hardware and Gibson Custom Murphy Lab aging. Let the artisans of the Gibson Custom Shop in Nashville, Tennessee – who create the world’s most desirable electric guitars – handcraft your dream guitar. Book a private appointment at the Gibson Garage London, call +44 20 4570 5400, or visit here: https://www.gibson.com/en-GB/Garage-London for the Gibson Garage Nashville, call +1 (615) 933-6000, or visit here: https://www.gibson.com/en-GB/gibson-custom-made-to-measure-program
Whether you are a seasoned professional musician, a casual guitar player, a beginner, or simply a music fan, the Gibson Garage London is the must-see music destination in London. The Gibson Garage London is located at 61-62 Eastcastle St, London, UK (one block from Oxford Street) and is open daily Monday – Friday from 11:00-7:00 pm, Saturday 10:00-7.00 pm and from 12:00-6:00 pm on Sunday. For the latest news and updates on the Gibson Garage London, follow @GibsonGuitarUK on Instagram, or visit https://gibson.com/garage-london
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61-62 Eastcastle Street
London, UK
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Sat 10am-7pm
Sun 12-6pm
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