Will Varley

Will Varley performs at Jammin’ Java as part of the Jammin Java/Union Stage Presents 25th anniversary concert series. The British singer-songwriter, originally from Kent, is known for richly imagined, emotionally resonant songwriting that blends vivid imagery, surrealism, and social and historical reflection. The program listing also names Will Lawrence.

Varley’s songs range from the post-apocalyptic vision of “Dreamland” to “Weddings and Wars,” an ambitious attempt to tell the history of the world in four minutes. His admirers include Billy Bragg, Skin of Skunk Anansie, Adam Duritz of Counting Crows, Tim Minchin, Donovan, and Simon Nicol of Fairport Convention. He has toured extensively through Europe and the United States, performing at venues including Shepherd’s Bush Empire and the Royal Albert Hall and opening for Frank Turner, Valerie June, and The Proclaimers.

During the pandemic, Varley wrote his first novel and produced “Hit and Run” for multi-platinum artist Eagle-Eye Cherry. He also placed third in an international songwriting competition judged by Tom Waits and Coldplay after more than 20,000 entries. His independently made music videos have accumulated millions of YouTube views, while his recorded catalog has surpassed 30 million Spotify streams. In 2023, he signed a worldwide record deal with MNRK Music Group and began preparing his seventh studio album.

When: October 21, 2026

Showtimes: Doors open at 6:00 p.m.; the show begins at 7:30 p.m. The event listing runs until 10:30 p.m.

Lineup: Will Varley, with Will Lawrence also named in the event listing

Ages: All ages

Venue: Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Avenue East, Vienna, VA 22180

Tickets: Price not available

Series: Part of the Jammin Java/Union Stage Presents 25th anniversary concert series, which also features commemorative merchandise through the anniversary gift shop.