John Butler

On 21 July 2026 at the Bikini in Ramonville‑Saint‑Agne, John Butler arrives with a tight-knit lineup to present PRISM, the new chapter of his Four Seasons project. A guitarist and songwriter based in Australia, he blends folk, blues, rock and roots, with a taste for open tunings, instrumentals and a groove that carries his politically engaged lyrics. He’s known for standout tracks such as “Zebra,” “Better Than” and the instrumental “Ocean,” which have become touchstones of his sets.

PRISM brings back more pronounced rhythmic lines and a full-bodied sound that Butler delivers on stage with a refreshed band: Michael Barker on drums, Ian Peres on bass and keyboards, and Michael Boase on percussion. The concert alternates new material and classics, acoustic passages and soaring electric moments, leaving room for jams and the subtleties that define his signature. In the background, the other installments of the Four Seasons cycle resurface — from Running River (meditations) to Still Searching (instrumental) — illuminating songwriting that remains centered on the guitar. An evening that once again highlights his precise playing, his mastery of rhythm and the collective energy of his live performance.