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 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 much 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.