Grace Petrie at Latitude 2018
Fired up with every flame that was ever fanned by the power of folk music… Grace Petrie
Gaffa Tape Sandy at Latitude 2018
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.
Pop-up tents take on a whole new meaning in this freak festival weather moment
Believe it or not… but this is why tent pegs are SO important…
Could the 7th Festival No.6 be the last?
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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Latitude 2018 – FRIDAY PHOTOS
All smiles at Latidude as the sun shone down on some beautiful people…
Find your way into Boomtown 2018 – and last chance for tickets!
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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Liven up your Latitude experience in 2018
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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Do you get our (Continental) Drift?
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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Into the Wild 2018 – a little slice of perfection
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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Hate to say – but we told you so… The Hives headline Beautiful Days 2018
Monochrome five piece The Hives have been announced to headline Friday night at Beautiful Days 2018 – in stark contrast the the colourful fancy dress theme. The unconventional Swedish rockers, whose hits including ‘Hate To Say I Told You So’, ‘Tick Tick Boom’ and ‘Walk Idiot Walk’, are renowned for their unmissable and energetic live show.…
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Ostend Beach Festival lineup – 2018
Ostend Beach 2018 July 7 & 8, Ostend, Belgium https://www.ostendbeach.be/ As it heads into its 9th year in 2018, Ostend Beach is totally rebranding and will once again be the only boutique beach festival you need this summer. With all new stage designs, a fresh musical outlook and a revamped festival area, Ostend Beach has…
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Roddy Womble makes it back to HebCelt for the third time
The good news for Roddy Woomble fans is that there are various ways to catch him live in his various line-ups in the coming months. He headlines the award-winning Hebridean Celtic Festival next month as part of a solo tour and also plays a few gigs later in the year with the acoustic folk super…
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Liverpool International Music Festival class of 2018/19 announced
Liverpool International Music Festival (LIMF) has just announced its class of 2018-2019 for the acclaimed LIMF Academy which gives a platform for young Merseyside emerging talent, providing them with unparalleled help to launch their career. The full class of 2018-2019 is LUNA, Kyami, Raheem Alameen, CAVEPARTY, Deliah and New Jnr. The three artists who have been…
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Hastings Fringe Comedy Festival 2018 – retrospective
It’s safe to say that this is one fringe with real benefits… principle amongst which are (1) it’s in Hastings (2) it’s 99% free entry and (3) the quality of the acts is top notch. Hastings Fringe Comedy Festival is a real labour of love for it’s organisers. Run on a shoestring, it somehow manages…
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Leeds and Reading announce latest acts for 2018
Reading and Leeds Festival today revealed even more new music acts to join the bill across the two sites over August bank holiday weekend (24 – 26 August) this year, as well as the first raft of world-class comedy acts who will also be appearing. Linkin Park’s Mike Shinoda, Death From Above, The Used, Lady…
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Cambridge Folk Festival 2018 – The Den
Cambridge Folk Festival is carrying on its long tradition of supporting rising talent with the announcement of The Den’s lineup. The Den is the festival’s space for young, up-and-coming acts, presenting the stars of tomorrow in an intimate and relaxed environment. Cambridge Folk Festival has always had a special relationship with talent across all the…
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BLOODSTOCK: FIRST WINNERS FOR NEW BLOOD STAGE & JAGERMEISTER STAGE ADDITIONS
As BLOODSTOCK’s regional finals for their grass-roots-artist-supporting METAL 2 THE MASSES scheme thunder through local venues around the country this month, the festival has just announced the first bands to have won themselves a slot on 2018’s New Blood stage this August. Joining the bill on Friday are hard-rocking trio, PELUGION (www.facebook.com/pelugion), victors of the…
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The Magic Numbers and Penelope Isles: Brighton Old Market
Opening up for The Magic Numbers at Brighton’s Old Market are a starry-eyed young band called Penelope Isles. Somewhat confusingly none of the band members are called Penelope Isles – but two of them are called Jack. One of the Jacks is the brother of Lily, and then there’s Becky to make up the magic…
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Skinny Lister – Salty Dog Cruise 2018
You can’t fault them – Skinny Lister are the ultimate party animals… and as the Salty Dog Cruise has to be the ultimate party, this was a match made in heaven. Photos by Sara Bowrey
Flogging Molly – kings of the Salty Dog Cruise 2018
It’s their party – and you’re all invited! Flogging Molly let rip with another series of stellar performances on board their floating festival liner for another resounding edition of the Salty Dog Cruise. Photos by Sara Bowrey
Blood or Whiskey on the Salty Dog Cruise 2018
Blood or Whiskey blew the crowds away every time on the Salty Dog Cruise 2018. Photos by Sara Bowrey
Punk Rock Karaoke on the Salty Dog Cruise 2018
Living the dream – get behind the mic with the backing of some top musicians for a riot of classic punk rock renditions on the salty Dog Cruise 2018. Photos by Sara Bowrey
Mickey Rickshaw – Salty Dog Cruise 2018
Mickey Rickshaw took the crowd by storm on the salty Dog Cruise 2018. Photos by Sara Bowrey
The Broilers – Salty Dog Cruise 2018
Cooking up a storm, The Broilers turned up the heat under what was an already scorching line-up on the Salty Dog Cruise 2018… Photos by Sara Bowrey.
The Attack – Salty Dog Cruise 2018
The Attack took no prisoners on this year’s Flogging Molly Salty Dog Cruise – prepare to be boarded! Photos by Sara Bowrey
Beans on Toast on the Salty Dog Cruise 2018
Beans on Toast was a firm favourite with many of the sailors on this year’s Flogging Molly Salty Dog Cruise – and there’s no question about it, he’s a class act! Photos by Sara Bowrey
The Adolescents – Salty Dog Cruise 2018
Taking no prisoners, The Adolescents got straight down to business and rocked the boat on the Salty Dog Cruise 2018. Photos by Sara Bowrey.
Brogue Wave – Salty Dog Cruise 2018
Man overboard! There’s a Brogue Wave approaching fast – man the lifeboats or be swept away with the Salty Dog Cruise 2018… Photos by Sara Bowrey.
Mad Caddies – all at sea on the Salty Dog Cruise 2018
Mad Caddies were amongst the hand-picked crew of punk stalwarts who delivered an exceptional three-day extravanagza aboard the luxurious liner chartered for the Salty Dog Cruise. Photos by Sara Bowrey.
The Offspring – Salty Dog Cruise 2018 (photos)
The Offspring were one of the most anticipated bands of the Salty Dog Cruise 2018, and they didn’t fail to deliver. Photos by Sara Bowrey.
The Go Set – great from the get-go on The Salty Dog Cruise, 2018
The Go Set were a force to be reckoned with as they stormed the stage on the Salty Dog Cruise 2018. Snapped in action by Sara Bowrey.
Celkilt on the Salty Dog Cruise 2018
Celkilt went down an absolute storm on the Salty Dog Cruise 2018 Caught in full flight by Sara Bowrey
The Vandals – tearing it up on the Salty Dog Cruise 2018
The Vandals totally wrecked the joint and were caught in the act by Sara Bowrey on the Salty Dog Cruise 2018.
Lagwagon – Salty Dog Cruise 2018
Here’s the mighty Lagwagon, captured by the camera of Sara Bowrey aboard the Salty Dog Cruise 2018.
Pinata Protest on the Salty Dog Cruise 2018
Pinata Protest on board the Salty Dog Cruise 2018. Photos by Sara Bowrey
