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Situated on the gorgeous beach Zrće on Island Of Pag, Fresh Island offers Hip Hop fans, festival goers and sun-worshippers something out of the ordinary: initmate surroundings where they can see the hottest names in Hip Hop perform for them, admist the stunning adriatic coastline of Zrce beach and enjoy a bar-tab considerbaly lighter than a Miami beach club!
Recently unveiled as the first two headliners to feature across this four day extravaganza of music and partying, Snoop Dogg aka Snoop Lion and A$AP Rocky will be joining fans on the ‘New Yorker’ main stage (Papaya & Aquarius Open Air Clubs) to deliver what will be their performances of the summer — A$AP also only due to play two European dates this summer, Fresh Island being one of the grand exclusives.
Now in it’s second year, Fresh Island looks to join the heavyweight ranks of the European festival circuit, having already showed many its potential for hot parties and amazing performances, this year is looking to be no exception. 2013 boasts beach parties, pool parties and many more in a setting that would put even the hottest beach clubs of the world to shame – and with a host of other huge names set to join the bill its shaping up to be the go-to-place this summer.
Irish punk-poppers The Undertones will be playing this summer's Galtres Parklands Festival, joining The Stranglers on Sunday 25 August.
The band famous for 'Teenage Kicks', the song which reduced John Peel to tears, will also be playing gems such as, Jimmy Jimmy', 'My Perfect Cousin', and 'Here Comes The Summer' – and some of their equally excellent new material.
"The Undertones still belt out fantastic songs," said Galtres festival director James Houston. "Reviews of recent gigs are raving – this lot are as energetic and brilliant as they were back in the late 70s when Teenage Kicks blasted them into stardom. We're really excited to have them, and along with The Stranglers it will make a superb double billing to end the festival on the Sunday night."
With Maximo Park topping the bill on the Saturday, Friday's big headliner still to be announced, and 100 more bands to be slotted into the 7-stage programme, which runs over the August Bank Holiday weekend at Duncombe Park, Helmsley, this the ninth Galtres Festival is shaping up to be the best yet.
Welcome to the weird and wonderful world of Chai Wallahs – where friendships are forged, great food is gorged and the party just doesn’t know when to stop!
From blissed-out reggae to blistering breakbeats, Chai Wallahs is the perfect place to indulge in the shamanic spirit and footloose freedom of Green Man 2013.
Discover one of Green Man’s best-loved areas with a huge Bedouin marquee serving up a global head-trip of organic food, herbal shots, crazy hookahs and strong Turkish coffee from morning ‘til night ‘til morning comes around again.
Chill out or freak out to a non-stop line-up of amazing live bands and floor-filling DJs playing (literally) everything under the sun – from dub and hip hop to folk, blues, acid jazz, afrobeat, D’n’B, techno mash-ups and so much more!
Green Man and Chai Wallahs are thrilled to announce that over 40 superb live acts will heading to the beautiful Black Mountains including: Babyhead, Benji Boko, Birth of Joy, Cocos Lovers, Dr Syntax & The Mouseoutfit, Heymoonshaker, Honeyfeet, Mankala, Pat Dam Smyth, Resonators, Riot Jazz Brass Band, Solo Banton, Syd Arthur, The Intermission Project, We Were Evergreen, Will & The People, Wille & The Bandits, Will Varley, Yumi & The Weather and Zimbaremabwe (with more to be announced soon).
If you’re going to have one almighty blowout this summer, there’s no better place for it than Green Man!
Green Man 2013 line-up so far… Band of Horses / Ben Howard / Midlake / Local Natives / The Horrors / John Cale / Swans / Low / Edwyn Collins / Villagers / Stornoway / F ck Buttons / Roy Harper / Johnny Flynn & The Sussex Wit / The Pastels / Archie Bronson Outfit / Unknown Mortal Orchestra / Veronica Falls / Lord Huron / Woods / Darkstar / Lau / James Yorkston / Allah-Las / Moon Duo / Sam Amidon / Matt Berry / Arbouretum / Mikal Cronin / This is the Kit / Half Moon Run / Rachel Zeffira / Buke & Gase / Darren Hayman / Fossil Collective / Fernhill / Sweet Baboo / Jacco Gardner / Teleman / Ellen & The Escapades / Anna von Hausswolff / Bear's Den / Rozi Plain / Gulp / Zervas & Pepper / Marika Hackman / Flamingods / Thought Forms / Trwbador / Blaenavon / Wild Smiles / Fist of the First Man / DJ Fitz / Cowbois Rhos Botonwwog / Huw M / Annie Eve / Grass House / Keston Cobblers Club / Man's An Idiot / Annie Dressner / Mo Kenney plus many more to come…
"After Dark"- Erol Alkan & Daniel Avery / Andrew Weatherall / Jon Hopkins (live)
"Chai Wallahs" – Babyhead / Benji Boko / Birth of Joy / Cocos Lovers / Dr Syntax & The Mouseoutfit / Heymoonshaker / Honeyfeet / Mankala / Pat Dam Smyth / Resonators / Riot Jazz Brass Band / Solo Banton / Syd Arthur / The Intermission Project / We Were Evergreen / WIll & The People / Wills & The Bandits / Will Varley / Yumi The The Weather / Zimbaremabwe
With just over 2 months left before its new location debut, Echo Festival welcomes a third round of acts to its already forward thinking and progressive line-up. Set on one of the most beautiful bays in Istria, Echo Festival will present four daysand four nights of perfectly programmed electronic frequencies.
The legendary Italian producer Davide Squillace brings his unique and unparalleled groove to Echo this year. With tracks released on Ovum, Sci+Tek and Desolat amongst others, he is highly respected by producers around the world, both for his technically impressive sound-design and forward thinking, outside-the-box approach to creating music. Holding his residency at Circoloco (DC10) for 5 years, an accolade held by luminaries such as Loco Dice, Luciano and Petre Inspirescu, gives an indication of his pedigree and has made him a highly sought after commodity at some of the biggest festivals across the globe. Leave your expectations at home with this guy, he’ll only blow them out of the water.
Located in Kanegra, near the picturesque town of Umag, the brand new site promises an as-yet-untouched festival setting, combining the elegant beauty of the Adriatic coast with wild woodland backdrops. With a careful selection of artists recognized for their longevity and substance, it looks like there’s nothing better in Croatia throughout the 2013 festival season.
Crafting away in the dusty, static-coated and most unpredictable pockets of electronic music, Kassem Mosse is one of the most talked about artists of the last couple of years. The German DJ/producer, real name Gunnar Wendel, has been behind some of the most curious and invigorating house and techno records, first coming to the spotlight with his seminal contributions to the Workshop series, and more recently, to Boddika’sNonplus+ label. Forever experimenting with the cheap equipment that defines his damaged, imperfect aesthetic, his sound is characterized as a warm, hazy mechanical funk that evolves slowly over time.
Beloved Detroit DJ, producer & J-Dilla affiliate Andrés – whose hit "New For U" topped many end of year lists as the #1 track of 2012 – will also set sail to Croatia for a highly anticipated performance. The former DJ of J-Dilla’s hip hop outfit Slum Village (as DJ Dez), he’s been releasing some of the funkiest house music around since the late 90’s; music where every lick seems to drip with golden soul. With releases on Moodymann’s MahoganiMusic and his own imprint La Vida, his sets tease the borders of house, hip hop, funk & downtempo boogie, with a turntablist skill & singularly deep vibe aimed straight at the party!
Dutch producer Ion Ludwig has been impressing dance floors from New York to Berlin with his unique ‘must-see’ live set. Influenced by African percussions and living legends Ricardo Villalobos, Zip and Johnson, his sound is an intricate and sophisticated hybrid of minimal, jazz, house and techno. Joining him is Madteo, real name Matteo Ruzon, who cites New York nightlife and Detroit as major influences in his musical upbringing. As a result his style represents a blend of deep, spacious house, with elements of hip hop, new wave and Italo. Recent productions have seen releases on Workshop and Joy Orbison's Hinge Finger imprint and amongst the many accolades he received last year, Little White Earbuds named him their #1 Artist Who Defined 2012.
Boasting a cutting edge line-up and intimate setting, this year also welcomes the presence of 4, 5 & 6 bedroomon-site apartments providing grateful partygoers with a sheltered haven from the sun. Add to its charm a very affordable ticket rate of£65 and the potential lure of boat parties, and Echo is well on its way towards becoming the young cool cat amongst its older, bass-bashing brothers.
For full information regarding the full Line-Up, Accommodation, Travel, Transfers from nearby airports and Festival Tickets please seewww.echofestival.com
Full Line-up:
Magda / Davide Squillace / Petre Inspirescu / Nick Höppner
Delano Smith / Kassem Mosse / Andrés / Fred P AKA Black Jazz Consortium
John Roberts (Live) / Audio Werner (Live) / Christopher Rau / Anthea
BLM / Ion Ludwig (Live) / Ian F / Aneuria / Evano / DoubtingThomas (Live)
Rico Casazza (Live) Voigtmann / Lamache / Mandy Jordan / Daniel Madlung
Place your hands on tickets to see Brit rockers Reef, and The Darkness on Looe beach this autumn. Looe Music Festival 2013 promises 60 bands, 3 stages … and 1 big party on the beach over the weekend of 27th – 29th September.
The Darkness, Reef and Dizraeli & the Small Gods will head a hefty line-up of rock, punk and modern ska talent that includes The Damned, Sham 69, Missing Andy and Simon Townshend fresh from his UK tour with The Who.
Folk fans can look forward to a busy weekend of performances from celebrated folk singer-songwriter and virtuoso fiddler Seth Lakeman (making the short journey across the Tamar to take Looe beach by storm on the Saturday night), plus BBC Folk Award winners (Best Folk Duo 2012) Kathryn Roberts & Sean Lakeman, singer-songwriter Judy Dunlop, and folk-pop starlet Lisbee Stainton.
If swamp-infested, Latin-American gypsy blues is more your style, Congo Faith Healers are one to catch. Listed as one of The Independent’s Top 10 Bands to see live in London. Carnival outfit Tankus The Henge have a reputation for whipping crowds into a frenzy too. Named as one of Glastonbury 2011’s top 10 bands, check them out for yourself at Looe Music Festival 2013. As always, LMF will be showcasing local talent from Looe, and seasoned performers from all over Cornwall and the South West.
BBC Poetry Slam champion Dizraeli, with world Beatbox champion Bellatrix and a supernaturally gifted 7-piece band make Dizraeli & the Small Gods the ones to see on the Friday night at the beach.
Rockney heroes Chas & Dave will close the weekend in style supported by the pioneers of ‘oom-pop’ the lederhosen-clad, London-based Oompah Brass. Last year sold out … don’t miss the boat. Tickets looemusic.co.uk/tickets
The legends of alternative rock, My Bloody Valentine, hot on the heels of their praised comeback album, electro artist Grimes and many other acts have been added to the lineup of the Flow Festival. All tickets come on sale today on Friday the 5th of April.
Founded in the early 1980s, Irish band My Bloody Valentine returned from a 22-year break from recording in February, and will now perform at Flow this August. Their previous record, 1991's Loveless, has become one of the most highly praised, undeniable classics in its genre with its uncompromising buzz. This year's m b v is one of the most impressive comeback records ever.
Other new additions to Flow's lineup are New York's Parquet Courts with its garage-sounding ruckus and roll, the new star of alternative pop, Grimes, and Junip, the band fronted by the master of timeless folk José González. Last year's Visions from Canadian Grimes was at the top of countless best of the year lists and Pitchfork picked Oblivion as the best song of 2012. Grimes follows-up her success with a fourth album expected in autumn 2013. Junip is also set to release new material in April.
Local additions to Helsinki's Flow Festival are jazz acts Dalindèo and Verneri Pohjola & Black Motor, two acts from the top of Finnish hip hop, Loost Koos and Laineen Kasperi ja Palava Kaupunki, as well as the bunch of reggae artists brought to Flow's backyard by the Reggae Sundays club including Bitty McLean, Gappy Ranks and Christopher Ellis.
All Flow Festival tickets will come on sale today on Friday April 5th and the day-by-day schedule of the festival has been released. More acts will be added to the lineup during the spring.
Earlier, artists such as Kraftwerk 3D Show, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, The Knife, Bat For Lashes, Beach House, Kendrick Lamar, Godspeed You! Black Emperor, Haim, Solange, Azealia Banks and Of Monsters And Men have been announced in the lineup.
Gloucester City Council is delighted to announce its refreshed one-day music festival will return for a second year, under another new name. Introduced in July last year as Park:Live, the event has been forced to rebrand following a legal challenge, and will now be known as Summer Sound Festival.
Organiser Joe Schiavon explains more about the name change ‘Obviously it’s a bit of a shame we’ve had to change it after making such a strong start with Park:Live last year, plus we all really liked that name. But there’s a festival in Manchester with a very similar name, and they’ve got a trademark, so we didn’t want any trouble, and said we’d look at something different. Plus, we’d only been going a year with the old one, so it’s not a massive loss. The most important thing for us is about keeping a consistent level of quality with the lineup, and I’m more than confident we’ve achieved that.’
After setting the bar pretty high musically last year, the pressure has been on to match or better the lineup. Headlining this year will be Welsh rockers Kids In Glass Houses. One of the biggest names in UK rock music, this is the first time the band have played in the area, and they’ll no doubt be premiering a lot of new songs from their hotly-anticipated fourth album, due out later in the year.
Main support is the fantastic Chloe Howl, a rising star poised to join the ranks of household female pop names like Ellie Goulding with her sassy beat-driven songs.
We’re delighted to be giving a massive opportunity to local heroes Jim Lockey and the Solemn Sun, who have really moved up a level in the last six months after massive tours supporting Frank Turner and Dropkick Murphys in the UK and US respectively. This will be their biggest ever UK show and a well deserved, triumphant homecoming.
Making up the support bill are The Struts, who write massive stadium pop-rock anthems, Propellers, whose sound will remind you of the vintage era for NME-type indie guitar bands (2002-2006, in case you were wondering), Sons and Lovers, who also know their way around a chorus, and have the same manager as Ellie Goulding, and Drive By Night, purveyors of songs bigger than American highways. Kitten and Bear are the other local band on the bill, and they’re about as far removed musically from Jim Lockey’s band as it’s possible to be, but no less talented.
Full lineup:
Kids In Glass Houses Chloe Howl
Jim Lockey and the Solemn Sun The Struts
Propellers
Sons and Lovers
Drive By Night
Kitten and Bear
Saturday 20th July // Free Entry (no ticket required) // Music from 2pm // All Ages For more info, please visit the festival online: www.summersounduk.co.uk
The EXIT Festival line up is shaping up nicely with even more additions added to the already stellar line up including; Cee Lo Green, Eric Prydz and more!
Cee Lo Green, Eric Prydz, Ame b2b Dixon, Scuba live, Ana Popovic band, Prong, Delilah and Kate Boy. Taking place from 10th – 14th July in the magical Petrovaradin Fortress, the 2013 edition is extended to five days, offering even more value for money, adventure and excitement. It's a revolutionary rave!
Five time Grammy Award winner and star of TV show The Voice, Cee Lo Green will make his debut performance in Serbia at this years EXIT Festival. Becoming an overnight sensation as part of the Gnaris Barkley duo, which he earned two of his Grammies, for "Crazy" and the album "St. Elsewhere" Cee Lo went onto an even bigger success arrived in his solo career. "The Lady Killer" album, which spawned such hits as "Forget you/F..ck you", "Bright Lights Bigger City" and "Fool For You", which added three new Grammies to his collection, as well as the renowned Brit and Billboard awards. His impressive collaborations list includes Madonna, Santana, Christina Aguilera, Rod Stewart, Bruno Mars, Black Eyed Peas, Chase & Status, which shows us his ability to balance a multitude in genres, handled by not that many authors.
Eric Prydz make a welcome return to the EXIT Dance Arena. Growing ever more popular, swedish DJ and producer gained worldwide fame after his remix of 1980?s hit 'Call On Me' smashed music charts around the globe staying at number one spot in UK, France and Germany for weeks. Grammy-nominated Prydz was also the only dance music producer to remix Pink Floyd?s 'Another Brick In The Wall', which brought his music to even wider fan base. Besides DJing and production Eric also manages three highly respected labels – Mouseville, Pryda & Pryda Friends which are positively brimming with cutting edge underground club hits.
Exciting back to back shows have become a trade mark of the EXIT Dance Arena. This year Ame and Dixon, makers of the huge hit 'Where We At' will serve up some quality Chicago House and Detroit techno.
Straight from Berlin's finest clubs, Scuba will perform his first live performance for the EXIT crowd at the Petrovaradin fortress. His third album 'Personality' gives an insight into his art of mixing techno, house and trance with dubstep, a recipe he has perfected more than anyone out there.
One of the newest and coolest electro pop bands out there Kate Boy are also among new Dance Arena artists. With the public and media such as Billboard magazine saying that they are the best new live act this summer Kate Boy is about to show to Dance Arena that they mean business.
Ana Popovic or 'the female Jimi Hendrix' is considered one of the best blues players in the world. She was the only non-American musician ever nomination for Best New Artist Debut at the W.C. Handy Awards, the blues equivalent of the Oscars. Possibly the greatest recognition came from the king of soul music, Solomon Burke who specifically requested Ana to join him on stage at one of his concerts and to support him for the rest of his tour. Ana is also honoured by the world's leading guitar makers Fender as one of their exclusive promoters.
After several years of absence from the metal scene, Prong will be rocking the Fusion stage with their wild energy and ruthless riffs. The audience of EXIT festival will have the opportunity to hear Prong?s latest album "Carved into Stone" as well as all of their legendary metal anthems.
One of the stars of this year's Fusion stage is Delilah, lady with the voice of an angel. Many compare her sophisticated sound with Massive Attack and Portishead and the subtle soulfulness of her voice with Sade and Aaliyah, but none of these are more than hints: Delilah sounds like no one as much as herself. At first, she gained popularity as a hook singer on Chase & Status's huge 2010 anthem "Time" and then it all took off with the release her first album 'From The Roots Up' which provided recognition from wider audience.
CARL COX & FRIENDS ARENA FEATURING: CARL COX & LOCO DICE B2B [FIRST TIME EVER IN THE UK] MARCO CAROLA · ADAM BEYER GUTI [LIVE] · HECTOR & VERY SPECIAL GUEST CARL CRAIG
Having previously announced that one of our most loved DJs will return to South West Four this summer, we can now confirm that Carl Cox will host his own arena on Saturday 24th August. Carl will showcase only the biggest names in techno, as well as take to the decks with one of dance music’s most esteemed artists for the first time ever in the UK.
Carl Cox and Loco Dice back-to-back. A meeting of minds. A meeting of masters. Last summer these two virtuosos went head-to-head at the closing party of Carl’s world renowned residency at Space Ibiza. In 2013 South West Four is delighted to present the return bout, as these two techno titans lock horns for the first time ever in the UK. This is one for the history books.
The past few years has seen Loco Dice’s stature rise immeasurably to become one of the most devastating and respected DJs on the planet. His Desolat imprint is home to some of the world’s most prolific electronic talent, whilst his sense for sounds and innate understanding of dancefloors is what distinguishes him from other DJs. Heavily influenced by his legendary performances on the Amnesia Ibiza terrace for Cocoon, Loco Dice remains a hugely popular figure, as evident again at his sold out residency at Electric Brixton across the recent Easter weekend. The next opportunity to catch this tremendously sought after DJ in London is at SW4, a chance that should not be spurned.
As figurehead of the Swedish techno scene and Drumcode Records label boss, Adam Beyer has turned heads worldwide with his sensational performances for many years. Since establishing Drumcode in 1996, the labels forward thinking, passionate and uncompromising laurels have stayed true. Undeterred by the demise of many other labels which started around the same time, Drumcode has always been one to push the envelope and is part of the reason why the label is still flourishing today. Adam’s Drumcode podcast attracts a healthy seven million listeners every week, whilst his last appearance at South West Four, where he headlined his own Drumcode arena in 2011, proved one of the highlights of the weekend. In 2013 the message is clear; Beyer is at his best, do not miss out.
Carl Craig; A visionary, an innovator and an ambassador for the Detroit techno scene. Since releasing his first track back in 1989, The Grammy nominated artist has chalked up a phenomenal career and continues to motivate music lovers of all ages with as much power and intensity. Since his early days he has gone on to release a plethora of his own material and remix well over one hundred tracks. Always forward thinking, the Planet E head honcho has managed to reinvent himself time and again and prove an inspiration to everyone along the way. Making his South West Four debut this year, we are delighted to welcome one of the greats, as Carl Craig joins us on Clapham Common this August Bank Holiday weekend.
Having being brought up in an exceptionally musical family, Guti was first a classically trained jazz musician, before playing to packed stadiums across South America in a rock band. It wasn’t until 2006 that he started to create techno, but of course with his jazz, rock and latin influences all playing an important part in the process. Since then he has gone on to release music on labels such as Wolf & Lamb, Saved, Carl Cox’s Intec and Loco Dice’s Desolat. This summer you can catch his outstanding talent at South West Four, where he will showcase his highly impressive live show.
Hector is one of the most exciting young DJs on the planet, effortlessly experimenting with the founding spirit of house. With a string of high profile releases to his name on labels such as Desolat, Tsuba and Saved, Hector has come a long distance since he started DJing in his native Mexico at the tender age of 16. A move to England soon beckoned, where he fell in love with London’s music scene and where he has remained ever since. The Mexican’s passion for music knows no boundaries. His DJ sets are full of energy, precision and soul, whilst his own productions are always on point; sophisticated and cultured. The future of house music is about to take flight at SW4, make sure you’re on board.
ANNOUNCED FOR SW4 SUNDAY
BEDROCK ARENA FEATURING: ERIC PRYDZ · BOYS NOIZE [LIVE] LAURENT GARNIER · JOHN DIGWEED TIM GREEN [DEBUT LIVE SHOW]
There are not many other DJs as synonymous with South West Four as John Digweed. 2013 represents his ninth consecutive performance at the festival, more than any other artist. With one eye firmly on the future, John’s philosophy embodies South West Four, whilst his ingenuity, dedication and all round ability to destroy dancefloors is why we always welcome him back to Clapham Common with open arms. John’s performances at Bedrock have helped build the label’s reputation as one of the most acclaimed club nights in underground dance music, welcoming international talent of the highest calibre at each event. Having hosted Bedrock arenas at SW4 in 2007, 2010 and 2012, it makes perfect sense for John to bring Bedrock back for our 10th Anniversary as his thrilling legacy at SW4 continues with his label’s greatest artist showcase to date.
Frenchman Laurent Garnier is a name that goes hand in hand with dance music. One of Europe’s most celebrated electronic artists, Laurent has been making the planet dance for the last 25 years. Having gained a reputation as one of the finest DJs in the world and produced a wealth of techno classics in the studio, Laurent has won the hearts of millions of artists and music lovers via his own hypnotic and alluring beat. His quest to find only the very best music remains relentless, as Laurent’s radio shows and DJ sets continue to illustrate his insatiable appetite for what’s new. Having delivered arguably the finest performance on Clapham Common in 2011, Laurent remains a huge favourite with everyone at South West FourHQ and we are honoured to welcome him back for the 10th Anniversary.
From bedroom producer to acclaimed electronic artist, Tim Green’s rise to stardom over the past few years has been nothing short of relentless. The capability of his craft seems endless, securing releases on labels like Dirtybird, Get Physical and Saved and outstanding remixes of Cassius, Booka Shade and Claude Von Stroke. Having taken his DJ sets to every corner of the globe, the spotlight now turns to his highly anticipated live show, which he debuts at South West Four on Sunday 25th August. Special doesn’t even come close.
SATURDAY & WEEKEND TICKETS INCREASE IN PRICE THURSDAY 4TH APRIL AT MIDDAY
As we move ever closer to South West Four’s 10th Anniversary, interest in tickets rises yet further. With five months still to go we can confirm that 50% OF ALL SATURDAY TICKETS HAVE ALREADY SOLD and that ‘saver’ tickets are rapidly running out. With this new batch of DJs and live acts set to raise demand even greater, we are giving you until this Thursday at midday at which point both Saturday and weekend tickets will increase in price. You have been warned!
AEG Live and The Royal Parks today announced that rock icons The Rolling Stones are returning to London’s Hyde Park this summer for a sensational outdoor concert on Saturday 6 July as part of Barclaycard presents British Summer Time Hyde Park.
The concert takes place almost 44 years to the day since the Stones first played Hyde Park, and will see Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts and Ronnie Wood return to where they truly belong, back on the live stage, following the huge success of their ’50 and Counting’ shows last year. A North American tour has also been announced today, for more information go to www.rollingstones.com.
Tickets for The Rolling Stones in Hyde Park go on general sale 9am Friday 5 April from www.bst-hydepark.com. Barclaycard Unwind customers will be able to purchase tickets from 3pm Wednesday 3 April from www.barclaycardunwind.com.
Support comes from The Vaccines, The Temper Trap, Gary Clark Jr and King Charles, plus Palma Violets, Tribes, The Boxer Rebellion and more across three other stages.
The Rolling Stones were recently crowned ‘Best Live Band’ at the NME Awards, where they also won the Best Music Film award for ‘Crossfire Hurricane’, and have been celebrating five decades of rock ‘n’ roll over the past 12 months with the release of a greatest hits collection GRRR!, a groundbreaking documentary film ‘Crossfire Hurricane’, a photographic book ‘Rolling Stones: 50’, and five spectacular concerts in London and New York, marking their first live shows in as many years.
Their Hyde Park concert on 5 July 1969 is widely acknowledged as one of the most significant moments in modern music history. As well as seeing the live debut of guitarist Mick Taylor, the concert became a tribute to founder member Brian Jones, who had tragically passed away two days prior.
Mick Jagger commented, “We had such a great time playing the five concerts last year, we want to keep it going! Hyde Park holds such great memories for us and we can’t think of anywhere better to perform to our UK fans this summer.”
Keith Richards added, “We all had such a ball last year, and the energy between the band is so good, we can’t wait to get back on that stage where the Stones belong.”
Barclaycard presents British Summer Time Hyde Park is a totally unique and world class event for London, giving music fans throughout the capital the chance to see many of their favourite headlining and supporting music artists play over back to back weekends in ticketed events.
Each live music-packed weekend will be linked by a midweek programme of diverse entertainment, accessible for all to enjoy. From Monday to Thursday, the entire Barclaycard presents British Summer Time Hyde Park site, save for the main stage, will give visitors the chance to get involved with smaller, more intimate events offering film, music, literature, sport and a specific family day that will expand the Barclaycard British Summer Time Hyde Park experience to genuinely appeal to the whole family.
Rob Hallett of AEG Live says, “This will be the biggest gig of the summer in London. The Rolling Stones are a true British institution and the true spirit of rock n roll. Their return to Hyde Park is a landmark event.”
Linda Lennon CBE, Chief Executive, The Royal Parks, said: “We can’t wait to welcome The Rolling Stones back to Hyde Park. The Barclaycard presents British Summer Time is a new era for music events in Hyde Park so what better way to celebrate that then to have the original headliners return to where it all started.”
BARCLAYCARD PRESENTS BRITISH SUMMER TIME HYDE PARK – SATURDAY 6 JULY – LINE UP
