Good habits

“Strong songwriting, pin-precision vocals, hard rocking accordion and great acoustic grooves…musicianship at its 21st century best.”
Tom Robinson, BBC Radio 6

Good Habits are a dynamic Indie-folk band with a knack for turning existential musings into bursts of relentless optimism. With vocals, cello, accordion, synths and drums at their core, they carve out a sound that’s virtuosic, cinematic and unapologetically fun – a blend of folk-ish storytelling, groove-driven energy and existential hope with a mischievous, big-hearted stage presence. 

Formed by singer-cellist Bonnie Schwarz and accordionist/synth Pete Shaw, this couple began their band’s journey with a twist of fate: stranded in New Zealand during the pandemic, they set about transforming their temporary home into a whirlwind of creativity. They fell in love with the troubadour life of sharing songs, swapping stories, and building real human connections wherever they went. That sense of adventure – of music as both anchor and passport – has remained at the heart of their identity as they came home. 

In 2025, Good Habits evolved into a new powerhouse line-up with the addition of drummer Jen Walinetski (Miles Kane), supercharging their already dynamic live show with a rhythmic drive that has electrified audiences. Together, they create performances that are equal parts virtuosic musicianship, mischievous energy, and deeply meaningful connection.

Their UK Top 40 Folk charting album ‘Quarter-Life’ won praise from BBC Radio 2, 6 Music, and 5 Live, and glowing reviews describing their sound as “musicianship at its 21st century best” (Tom Robinson, BBC), alongside recent festival appearances at Glastonbury, WOMAD, Cambridge, Green Man, Kendal Calling and many more.

Good Habits thrive on connection. With a new album on the horizon – their first as a trio – Good Habits are stepping boldly into their next chapter: a vibrant, optimistic collision of stories, songs and sheer musical joy.

“Full of devil may care passion” – The Morning Star  ★★★★★

“Captivating” – Songlines ★★★★

“An infectious energy and joy that’s impossible to resist” – KLOF Magazine

“They’re very entertaining and very talented’’ – Frank Hennessey BBC Radio Wales