Beans On Toast is the unassuming stage name of Braintree, Essex born folk songwriter Jay McAllister.
His anthems of everyday struggles and experiences touch on issues of mental health, community and politics.
Writing and recording prolifically, his studio albums include Standing on a Chair (2009), Writing on the Wall (2010), Trying To Tell The Truth (2011), Fishing for a Thank You (2012), Giving Everything (2013), The Grand Scheme Of Things (2014), Rolling Up The Hill (2015), A Spanner in the Works (2016), Cushty (2017), A Bird in the Hand (2018), The Inevitable Train Wreck (2019), Knee Deep in Nostalgia (2020), The Unforseeable Future (2020), Survival of the Friendliest (2021) and The Fascinating Adventures of Little Bee (2022).
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Great night, just as good as the first night we saw him ten years ago. The support acts were brilliant too.
Posted by Amy S on 26/02/2024
Beans On Toast, Band on the Wall, Manchester - 24th February 2024
Had a great night watching Beans on Toast. He always gives 100% at his gigs
Posted by Terry 557 on 07/12/2023
Beans On Toast, Jericho Tavern, Oxford - 6th December 2023
Absolutely loved seeing beans on toast! Absolutely unforgettable! Can't wait to see him again! Down to earth amazing guy 🫶 thanks for a banging night of story telling and tunes
Posted by Beth k on 24/03/2023
Beans on Toast, The Bunkhouse, Swansea - 22nd March 2023
Recommended by a friend, pleasantly surprised by the show. One man and a guitar, great storyteller, songs with meaning and message, an ability to connect to the audience, funny, articulate, catch him when you can
Posted by Deano on 23/03/2023
Beans on Toast, The Bunkhouse, Swansea - 22nd March 2023
Second beans on toast gig we’ve been to- always the best vibe and atmosphere, highly recommend
Posted by Jess S on 23/03/2023
Beans on Toast, The Bunkhouse, Swansea - 22nd March 2023