Barry Can't Swim
Scottish producer making warm, soulful house from piano loops, jazz samples and vocal chops, played live with a band behind him.
Festivals Barry Can't Swim is playing
- Coachella Saturday · Tent headlinerTicketsOn sale Nov 13
About Barry Can't Swim
Barry Can't Swim is the project of Edinburgh producer Joshua Mainnie. His debut album, When Will We Land?, came out on Ninja Tune and was shortlisted for the Mercury Prize, an unusual result for a record made mostly for dancefloors.
His tracks often start from a sampled vocal or a looped piano phrase and build slowly, with percussion layered in until the piece opens out. He followed the debut with a second album, Loner, also on Ninja Tune.
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What festivals is Barry Can't Swim playing in 2027?
Barry Can't Swim is booked at 1 festival we cover: Coachella 2027.
Is Barry Can't Swim playing Coachella 2027?
Yes, Barry Can't Swim is on the Coachella 2027 lineup, April 9–18, 2027 at Empire Polo Club, Indio, CA. They play Saturday, April 10.
Where is Barry Can't Swim from?
Barry Can't Swim is from Edinburgh, Scotland.
What kind of music does Barry Can't Swim play?
Barry Can't Swim plays house and electronic.