Channel 4 front man interviews controversial Harvard intellectual Steven Pinker on his recent global bestseller Enlightenment Now Following the international success of his latest book Enlightenment Now, Steven Pinker argues for the power of reason, the decline of violence and the progress that science brings, in an exclusive interview with Jon Snow at HowTheLightGetsIn…
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Guarantee your VIP spot at BLOODSTOCK 2019 today as the first wave of 2019 Serpents Lair VIP tickets are on sale now in the ticket store – http://bloodstock.seetickets.com for just £290. A second wave, including the Deluxe VIP packages (Luxpads, Bellepads, Podpads, etc) and a limited number of VIP upgrades (for those who’ve already purchased…
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There can be no doubt that The The‘s headline set on Saturday night at Festival No.6 was THE standout moment of a weekend that delivered on almost every level – despite the weather being her usual cruel self. For everyone in the main stage crowd who grew up listening to Matt Johnson’s quintessentially thoughtful lyrics…
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When it comes to describing the Brythoniaid Male Voice Choir words like ‘impressive’ and ‘moving’ are simply not sufficient to do these guys justice. Here’s a beautiful moment where they cover ‘Thinking About You’ by Rag n Bone Man at Festival No.6 in the heart of Portmeiron…
A delicious set from the talented I See Rivers on the Festival No.6 bandstand had the audience enchanted and enthralled.
We’ve been following the rise to stardom of The Lovely Eggs for a number of years since we first stumbled on them at the Bestival bandstand. Since then they may not have broken into the mainstream – but they have amassed a hardcore following that assures them full venues at festivals across the land. Their…
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There is an emerging theme with bands at Festival No.6 as Everything Everything join The The and Django Django on the bill – here’s some great shots of their Friday night set.
RIDE are one of those bands who will never go out of fashion… here’s their 2018 Festival No.6 set :-
The Festival No.6 Bandstand was way too small to contain the primal force of Himalayas – give these guys a bigger stage! [flickr_set id”72157697898266632″
Whenever The Blinders appear on a festival bill we strongly recommend you make your way to the front as early as you can – you won’t want to miss this experience!
Edgar Jones has something about him that drew us into the tent and held us spellbound…
In a small and sweaty beer tent, BBC Radio 6 Music’s Chris Hawkins chatted to Matt Johnson in advance of his The The headline set at Festival No.6. The often-enigmatic legend chatted frankly about his family, his music, and his views on modern politics and climate change. Watch this exclusive full-length video of the interview…
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Festival faves Akasha play with Son of Ugly in support, Upstairs at The Ritzy Cinema in Brixton. Wednesday 19 September. A cinematic jazz-infused double bill with local band Akasha headlining, and support from exceptional Brighton band Son of Ugly. Formed in 1994, Akasha were members of the original Wall of Sound bratpack of 1995. Renowned…
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Pitchfork Music Festival Paris has announced the final line-up for this year’s event, which takes place on 1, 2 & 3 November 2018 at the Grande Halle de la Villette. Following last week’s news that Fever Ray has cancelled all touring commitments for this Autumn, Haitian-Canadian DJ and producer Kaytranada joins the line-up as Friday’s headliner. Other new additions include Daniel Avery,…
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Undercover Festival VII – 26, 27 & 28 April 2019 SEVENTH consecutive year Now at Boston Music Room and The Dome Tufnell Park London An established INDOOR celebration of alternative music including Punk, Post Punk and so much more…. Since it started in 2013 Undercover Festival has had a nomadic existence having occupied…
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We pride ourselves in knowing a thing or two about what makes a great festival act. And The Sweetchunks Band tick all our boxes. After 25 years of walking the fields and experiencing all of the highs and lows of festival life there’s no questioning that we’ve seen and heard some truly awful stuff in…
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So many great pictures – it’s as if you were there at Beautiful Days 2018! Here’s Saturday’s choice shots…
Here’s a great ‘live’ lyric video of ‘Departures’ by the rather wonderful Nick Parker filmed at Beautiful Days 2018. If you look closely you can spot FF’s Ed apparently playing air guitar behind a post at 1:43… Nick Parker Nick’s songs are often tongue-in-cheek and cheerful, and on the rare occasion when fun IS…
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Russian punk-arts-activists Pussy Riot are in residence all weekend at the 45th annual Greenbelt Festival. Maria Alyokhina and the Pussy Riot collective will be at the event all weekend performing, talking, reading and debating around their Riot Days book and show across seven different sessions. Hear their thoughts on Russia, prison, feminism, BDS, activism and,…
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Tom Grennan, Gabrielle Aplin, You Me At Six, Gaika, The Amazons, Judge Jules, Mercury Prize Winner Speech Debelle, Maximo Park’s Paul Smith and Beggar’s Group Founder Martin Mills and more join the impressive programme of masterclasses, workshops and live performances at BBC Music Introducing Live 18’. A variety of BBC’s best-loved names will be broadcasting…
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We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again, Boomtown – we salute you! [by John Bownas and Ali Ryland] In a day and age where festivals are seemingly popped out of the same-old jelly moulds to a Jamie Oliver 30-minute recipe, Boomtown excels in delivering a dish of unknown pleasures that Heston himself would…
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With hundreds of great acts to choose from make sure you search out something new at Boomtown Fair 2018. Remember it’s about so much more than the headliners… Here’s a little playlist that might help you explore what’s on offer:
For 2018 the Beautiful Days Bandstand team have pulled out all the stops to bring you a weekend full of delicious delights. Get your ears around this lot and prepare yourself for three days of musical joy. And remember – if you don’t yet have a ticket there are a smalll number still up for…
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Hundreds of smiling, happy faces at Bestival 2018 – such a lovely vibe…
From Son of Dave’s one-man blues extravaganza and Oh My God It’s The Church’s ever-increasing loyal congregation to Idles delighting everyone with their hi-octane antics the main stage at Bestival was on fire yesterday. Elsewhere there were high-flying acrobats and lo-fi bands in hidden corners…plus so much more. Bestival 2018 is cranking it up as…
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As musical collabotations go this one ranks in the most bizarre… Mary Berry took on drumming duties during Rick Astley’s Camp Bestival performance – and you simply had to be there to appreciate the awfulness. Of course, at the same time we love a bit of festival madness – and this is as mad as…
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There may have been a minor malfunction to the summer of 2018 heatwave this weekend, but that hasn’t dampened the smiles at Camp Bestival…
Fired up with every flame that was ever fanned by the power of folk music… Grace Petrie
Hats off to Gaffa Tape Sandy played Latitude 2018 in every possible way. They fly-posted the site before their Alcove set and it paid off with a packed and energised crowd who crashed the barriers and raised the energy levels as high as they could go on a sweltering weekend of dry dust and sunburn.
Believe it or not… but this is why tent pegs are SO important…
The organisers of the award-winning Festival No.6 have announced that the seventh incarnation of the trail-blazing boutique event will be the last for the time being. Since its debut in 2012, the unique Portmeirion setting and innovative mix of music and arts has brought delighted festival goers, numerous awards and international recognition to Festival No.6, as it gained an enviable reputation…
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All smiles at Latidude as the sun shone down on some beautiful people…
If you are already salivating at the thought of Boomtown 2018 but you are ondering when and how to get on site here is the best and only guide you need… More importantly perhaps have you noticed the new ‘Boomtown Springs’ camping area…it’s a bit tasty…and your last chance to get a guaranteed ticket to…
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OK – so having trawled through the Latitude playlist we’ve come to the informed conclusion that the bookers have been given a brief of trying to put everyone to sleep. That’s not knocking the bands who are playing…but there is a distinct theme that emerges…and it’s such a laid back one that it’s almost falling…
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Continental Drifts presents… LOVEBOX FESTIVAL Continental Drifts is proud to present Around The World In 80 Tunes, at the sold out Lovebox Festival, a musical journey across the the globe with world class DJs showcasing the sounds of Africa to South America, South East Asia to Eastern Europe. Expect the best Global Beats selections with DJs Hiphoppapotamus,…
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If the big festivals are starting to leave you feeling bloated and overwhelmed it might be time to consider something a little lighter – because a little less is sometimes a whole lot more. And Into the Wild (not to be confused with Into the Wild Gathering) could be just what the doctor ordered…but do…
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