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# Ipswich songwriter releases love letter to his hometown
- URL: https://www.ipswich.co.uk/ipswich-songwriter-releases-love-letter-to-his-hometown/
- Published: 2026-06-05T09:22:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-06-05T13:25:13.000Z
- Description: An Ipswich-born singer-songwriter has released a new song celebrating his hometown, and is throwing a free party in the town centre tonight to mark the occasion.
- Author: Oliver Rouane-Williams
- Tags: News, Music, Events & Things To Do

Phil Jackson, described by Plunger Music as a "mercurial muso," has released his new song *Ipswich Town* on all major streaming platforms and via his Bandcamp shop.

To celebrate the release, Jackson has organised a free event — dubbed "Celebrate Ipswich Town" day — at the Crafty Fox Cafe & Bar on The Walk, starting at 18:00 on Friday, 5 June.

**The details:** The evening will feature local DJs The Pooter Boys, local singer-songwriter Charlie Law, and Ipswich storytellers Bards Aloud, alongside Jackson and friends performing live. The night will also include a charity auction, with proceeds going to local community charity Dora Brown, featuring items connected to Ipswich Town FC.

**What they're saying:** Jackson said the song is "a love letter" to his hometown, adding: "We are christening the day 'Celebrate Ipswich Town' day — an event to spread the Ipswich love."

**The bigger picture:** *Ipswich Town* is not the only recent musical tribute to the town. Local singer-songwriter Neil Hawes recently released *Chantry Boy*, described as a nostalgic, hyper-local indie folk track celebrating life on the Chantry estate, referencing local landmarks including Hawthorne Drive, Bellstead Arms, top shops and bottom shops.

**The bottom line:** Whether you're a lifelong local or a recent arrival, tonight's free event at the Crafty Fox offers an evening of live music, storytelling and community spirit — all in honour of Ipswich itself.

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