BST Hyde Park announces: Stevie Nicks

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American Express presents BST Hyde Park is proud to announce yet another huge headliner for 2024. The legendary singer, songwriter and storyteller Stevie Nicks will perform on Friday 12 July, with the full line-up to be announced. Tickets for this historic show go on sale Wednesday 6 March, 10am GMT available at www.bst-hydepark.com

“Anything that draws me back to London ~ and therefore to England ~ fills my heart with joy. And to be able to visit and make music… is always a dream come true…” says Stevie Nicks.

Stevie Nicks has played a pivotal role in shaping the global music scene. Best known for her iconic contributions to the rock band Fleetwood Mac, Nicks joined the group in 1975, introducing her distinctive voice, poetic songwriting, and captivating stage presence. Her impact on Fleetwood Mac’s success during the late 1970s and early 1980s, particularly with the release of the highly acclaimed album Rumours, solidified her as a musical powerhouse. This record sold over 40 million copies worldwide, making it the 5th best-selling album of the 1970s and the 9th best-selling album of all time.

Beyond her contributions to Fleetwood Mac, Stevie Nicks has had a significant solo career that further cements her enduring influence. Hits like ‘Edge of Seventeen’ and ‘Stand Back’ showcase her versatility and unique style. Nicks’ ability to transcend musical boundaries, coupled with her trailblazing role as a woman in rock, has inspired generations of artists, including some of recent collaborators Miley Cyrus and Lana Del Rey. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with Fleetwood Mac in 1998 and as a solo artist in 2019, Stevie Nicks continues to be celebrated not only for her musical prowess but also as a symbol of resilience and creativity in the ever-evolving musical landscape.

Stevie Nicks’ headline show at BST Hyde Park follows her hugely successful run of US shows, now extended into 2024.

Celebrated for her ethereal voice, poetic lyrics, and captivating stage presence, music icon Stevie Nicks will deliver an unforgettable performance at American Express presents BST Hyde Park.

The lineup for American Express presents BST Hyde Park 2024 is set to be truly spectacular, with Stevie Nicks joining previously announced headliners Kings of Leon (30 June), Andrea Bocelli (5 July), Robbie Williams (6 July), Shania Twain (7 July), Kylie (13 July) and Stray Kids (14 July), with more artists to be revealed soon!

This announcement follows the tremendous success of BST Hyde Park 2023, featuring legendary acts such as P!NK, Guns N’ Roses, Take That, BLACKPINK, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, Billy Joel, and Lana Del Rey.

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Sasha & John Digweed to headline The Balearic Garden

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Date – Bank Holiday Sunday 5th May 2024
Venue – Progress, Manchester

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Line up – Sasha B2B John Digweed, Franky Wah, Cristoph, Nick Warren, Jeremy Olander, Patrice Bäumel, Miss Melera, Gustin, Roy Rosenfeld, Tim Green, Sébastian Léger, Carina Lawrence, Redfreya, ITMS76, Stuart Hodson, Bill Rogers, Manchild

Prepare for an immersive journey into the heart of electronic music as Balearic Garden takes over Progress in Manchester on Bank Holiday Sunday 5th May, 2024. This day party promises to be a celebration of progressive house, techno, and house music, featuring a world class lineup of renowned artists across three stages.

Headlining the main stage are the dynamic duo Sasha B2B John Digweed, who will be delivering an unforgettable back-to-back set. Joining them are the likes of Franky WAH & Cristoph with support from ITMS76 & Stuart Hodson and Bill Rogers.

The Soundgarden hosts the next stage with Nick Warren, Jeremy Olander, Miss Melera & Gustin in control all day long

Free From Sleep also host a stage at The Balearic Garden with a heavyweight line up including Patrice Bäumel, Sébastien Léger, Tim Green, Roy Rosenfeld & more!

With this impressive roster, Balearic Garden guarantees an unparalleled musical experience that transcends boundaries and genres.

Introducing “Progress” – Manchester’s premier outdoor festival venue set to redefine the city’s entertainment landscape. Nestled in the heart of Cakebread Street, Progress boasts a remarkable 5,000-person capacity spread across three dynamic stages, promising an unparalleled festival experience.

Tickets for Balearic Garden are available for purchase via Skiddle.

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Sasha B2B John Digweed
Franky Wah
Cristoph
ITMS76 & Stuart Hodson
Bill Rogers

***SOUNDGARDEN STAGE***
Nick Warren
Jeremy Olander
Miss Melera
Gustin

***FREE FROM SLEEP STAGE***
Patrice Bäumel
Sébastien Léger
Roy Rosenfeld B2B Tim Green
Carina Lawrence B2B Redfreya
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BST Hyde Park announces: Kings of Leon

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American Express presents BST Hyde Park is very excited to welcome back Nashville’s finest Kings of Leon to London! The multi-award winning rock group will headline at BST Hyde Park on Sunday 30 June, with special guests Paolo Nutini and The Vaccines. The full line-up for the show is still to be announced. Tickets go on sale Wednesday 28 February, 10am GMT, with an American Express presale live from 10am GMT on 23 February. Tickets are available at www.bst-hydepark.com

Kings of Leon have also just announced their brand new album, Can We Please Have Fun, their 9th studio record. The album, as its title suggests, is a document of one of this era’s great rock and roll bands cutting loose, trying new things, and yes, having some fun. Recorded at Dark Horse studio and produced with new collaborator Kid Harpoon (Harry Styles, Florence + the Machine), the album sees the band hark back to their gritty origins, while simultaneously finding new gears.

About playing at BST Hyde Park, Kings of Leon say: “We can’t wait to get back to London and play at BST this summer. It is always a blast to play in the UK and we are ready to have some fun.”

The group, made of brothers Caleb, Nathan and Jared Followill, and their cousin Matthew Followill, first shot to success here in the UK. Their debut album, 2003’s Youth and Young Manhood, became a sensation -declared by NME as “one of the best debut albums of the last 10 years”. The multi-platinum selling band has  three Grammy Awards, three NME Awards, two BRIT Awards, and one Juno Award. They have toured all over the world, selling out arenas and stadiums and headlining major festivals including Glastonbury, Reading & Leeds Festival on three separate occasions, Lollapalooza and Coachella.

Scottish singer-songwriter Paolo Nutini joins the line-up as a special guest. With a soulful voice and a gift for storytelling, Nutini’s 2006 debut album These Streets was an instant sensation in the UK, reaching Number 3 in the Official Charts amidst a flurry of critical acclaim. His second record Sunny Side Up hit Number 1 a few years later, and his third album followed suit, after which the BRIT Award nominee took a hiatus. To much anticipation from fans, Nutini returned in 2022 with Last Night in the Bittersweet, topping the charts once more.

Plus The Vaccines, who recently released their new record Pick-up Full of Pink Carnations.

The lineup for American Express presents BST Hyde Park 2024 is set to be truly spectacular, with Kings of Leon joining previously announced headliners Andrea Bocelli (5 July), Robbie Williams (6 July), Shania Twain (7 July), Kylie (13 July) and Stray Kids (14 July), with more artists to be revealed soon!

This announcement follows the tremendous success of BST Hyde Park 2023, featuring legendary acts such as P!NK, Guns N’ Roses, Take That, BLACKPINK, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, Billy Joel, and Lana Del Rey.

www.bst-hydepark.com | @bsthydepark

Amex Presale begins at 10am GMT on Friday 23 February

General On Sale begins 10am GMT on Wednesday 28 February

Epic Pool Parties Complete Standout Line Ups For 2024

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Joseph Capriati, Louie Vega, Arielle Free, Ferreck Dawn, Kerri Chandler, Damian Lazarus, Hot Since 82 & Danny Tenaglia headline

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Miami Music Week now has its most essential parties series completed as Epic Pool Parties add the likes of Joseph Capriati, Louie Vega, Arielle Free, Ferreck Dawn, Kerri Chandler, Damian Lazarus, Roger Sanchez, The Shapeshifters and many more to their superb 2024 series which already includes the likes of Hot Since 82, Danny Tenaglia, Joseph Capriati and many more. Tickets will sell out and Friday’s event now only has VIP tickets left so get yours now at LINK.

The iconic Epic Pool Parties play out in beautiful sun kissed surrounds on the roof of the luxurious Sagamore hotel. It is in the heart of the Art Deco region and right on the oceanfront on South Beach. The famously action packed parties run from March 20th – 24th 2024 with world renowned brands, music-loving crowds and of course the gorgeous pool surrounded by loungers and iconic palm trees with world class production and on-point sound systems.

As always there are five chances to party this year starting with world leading dance music magazine DJ Mag, who have already announced ANOTR and now add US house legend Louie Vega, the multi-genre Italian specialist Joseph Capriati plus Aqutie and Chloé Caillet with more to come.

The iconic house label Defected is in charge on Thursday with plenty of its key associates all ready to serve up a master class across every shade of house. They are the Radio 1 tastemaker Arielle Free, Dutchman Ferreck Dawn, chart topper Low Steppa, party starter Mele, plus bass driven Sam Divine, Noizu and Shermanology.

On Friday, Hot Since 82 arrives with his popular tech house label Knee Deep In Sound and a mix of close label friends and associates such as standout New jersey deep house pioneer and all round loveable hero Kerri Chandler, plus the red hot likes of Alex Wann, Alex Kennon and Mai Iachetti.

Saturday is another unmissable session with none other than Danny Tenaglia joined by the superb selector and Crosstown Rebel boss Damian Lazarus, who has a truly unique take on house and tech. Get ready for two extended sets at the Sagamore Hotel

Sunday is always historic as the series draws to a close with an extra special air of celebration and this year will be no different as Glitterbox brings plenty of vibrant sights and sounds from stars of the scene like Roger Sanchez, a live show from funk and soul man Dame Brown, timeless grooves from the Girls of the internet collective, vocal delights from the unstoppable The Shapeshifters, house and disco from across the ages from influential artist Jellybean Benitez plus more from Heidi Lawden, Melvo Baptiste and Rich Medina.

New to 2024, fans can elevate their Miami Music Week experience with very limited single day VIP tickets or a full 5 day VIP pass, they include access to two dedicated VIP areas, an elevated viewing balcony overlooking the dance floor and stage including a private bar, backstage VIP Tent area including private bar, 5 Days fast track entry and Q-Jump and re-admission as well as come and go as you please. Single day VIP tickets include all of the above but are valid for one day only on the day of the event chosen. Prices start at $200

Do not miss your place in pool party paradise and get your tickets now.

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Sagamore Hotel

Wed, March 20
DJ Mag
A-Z
ANOTR
Aqutie
Chloé Caillet
Joseph Capriati
Louie Vega
More TBA

Thu, March 21
Defected Records

A-Z
Arielle Free
Eliza Rose
Ferreck Dawn
Low Steppa
Mele
Noizu
Sam Divine
Shermanology

Fri, March 22
Knee Deep in Miami

Hot Since 82
Kerri Chandler
Alex Wann
Alex Kennon
Mai Iachetti

Sat, March 23
The Epic Pool Party

Danny Tenaglia (Extended set)
Damian Lazarus (Extended set)
More TBA

Sun, March 24
Glitterbox

A-Z
Dame Brown (Live)
Gir:ls of the internet
Heidi Lawden
Jellybean Benitez
Melvo Baptiste
Rich Medina
Roger Sanchez
The Shapeshifters
Yasmin

Sea You Beach Republic Reveals Full Line Up

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Fisher, Sven Vath, Adam Beyer, Stephan Bodzin, Dom Dolla and more headline

Germany’s iconic Sea You Festival return from 19th July – 21st July 2024, The backdrop of the beautiful Lake Tunisee near Freiburg is the perfect place to enjoy the summer sun, to take a deep breath of fresh air and one of the best soundtracks in the world which next year will feature the likes of Bors Brejcha, Fisher, Nora En Pure, Sven Väth, Vintage Culture, Boys Noize, Adam Beyer, Dom Dolla, Hugel, Kobosil b2b Clara Cuve, I Hate Models, Len Faki, Lilly Palmer, Pan-Pot, Reinier Zonneveld (Live), 999999999, Charlie Sparks b2b Parfait, Dax J, Rodriguez Jr. (Live), Shlømo, Worakls Orchestra and many more.

Tickets often sell out so get yours at https://www.seayou-festival.de/tickets

The Sea You Festival is one of the most popular electronic music festivals in Germany. Water sports and other activities in and on the lake ensure the “Beach Republic” offers an ultimate summer feeling. Fans and artists go on their pilgrimage to celebrate together over bathing, dancing and laughing and with a world-class soundtrack for an unforgettable weekend together under the sun.

The festival has three campsites and offers top international acts and the hottest DJs in the scene with over 150 acts in all across seven stages. It is located directly on the swimming lake with bathing and dancing in, around and on the water and chance to chill by the water with a view of the Black Forest over a total of 1 km of beachfront around Lake Tunisee

The festival, which debuted in 2014 and features beautiful surroundings, always sells out in advance so do not sleep on tickets from https://www.seayou-festival.de/tickets

LINE-UP

999999999 – ADAM BEVER – ADRIÁN MILLS b2b PRADA2000 – AKA AKA – ALFRED HEINRICHS – ALLE FARBEN – BORIS BREJCHA – BOYS NOIZE – CALLUSH – CHARLIE SPARKS b2b PARFAIT – CLOUDY – DAX J b2b SHDW – DOM DOLLA – FISHER – GEORGE PERRY*- GESTÖRT ABER GEIL – HBz – HECKMAN – HEERHORST – HUGEL – I HATE MODELS – JULIET SIKORA – KALTE LIEBE (live) – KIM SHE – KLAUDIA GAULAS – KOBOSIL b2b CLARA CUVÉ – KUKO – LARI LUKE – LEN FAKI – LEVT – LEXER* – LILLY PALMER – MARC WERNER – MARK DEKODA – MASSANO – MATT SASSARI – MAUSIO – MORITZ HOFBAUER (live) – NORA EN PURE – NUSHA – OBS (live) – PAN-POT – PART TIME KILLER – REINIER ZONNEVELD (live) – RODRIGUEZ JR. (live) – SHLOMO – SOMEWHEN – STEPHAN BODZIN (live) – STOKED – SVEN VẮTH – TRYM – TUBE & BERGER (live) – VI/NTAGE CULTURE – VIZE – WILL CLARKE – WORAKLS ORCHESTRA – XENIA – YOUNOTUS

PROGRESSIVE MUSIC STAGE HOSTED BY RAUMKLANG
NEELIX – ASTRIX – LIQUID SOUL – RANJI – GHOST RIDER – BLISS – FABIO FUSCO & JOICEY – PHAXE – OMIKI – VEGAS – INTERACTIVE NOISE – SYMPHONIX – REALITY TEST – AUDIOMATIC – HATIKWA – TERRA – JILAX – TRIPICAL NOTE – BENZOO – ATYPE – CLOUD7 – S/-MOON – SCHRITTMACHER

Adriano Russo*- Aeschlimann – Alicia Hahn – Air Torn – Alex Randal – Anne Frieda – Artilette Azzuro – Bajan K – Bassforscher – Chris Veron – Cuthana – Daniel Boon b2b Basstronauten – Dan Rubell – Dario* – Deniz Bilgic b2b Eros Bilgic – Dave Leon – Dimitri Rossi b2b Alex Nevil DJ From The Crypt – Ebrax – Fischmonger – Fjusha – Glutex – Guido Bourley – H20* – Hike* – If I?- Ill Boy Phil – Jakob b2b Eno – Jerome Le Baron – Konrad Dycke – Le Filou – Leika – Luca Fiasco – M.Y.P.D. – Martin Mingres – Masch – Miss Tricky – Moritz Hauer – Murphy Haze – Nastaran – Nino Locksen – Oliver M. – Oliver Sylo – Oly MC – Roan – Roselle – Schameleon S.D.M.W. – S.M.O.D.* – Shuja – So Denn – Steeven B. – Thug-L – Tim Fluck* Torsten Häussler b2b Just Karl – Vips Calli – Zakari&Blange

The Legendary Love Family Park returns for its 25th Anniversary

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The festival has unveiled first headliners and for the first time, extends over two days

Date: 3rd & 4th August, 2024
Location: Rebstockpark, Frankfurt
Tickets: http://lovefamilypark.com/tickets

After a much talked about return last year, one of Germany’s most prestigious open-air techno festivals Love Family Park is back once again at the stunning Rebstockpark in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. This year the 25th edition extends to two days and plays out on the weekend of August 3 and 4 2024 with two stages on each day. The first phase of headliners include on Day One Adam Beyer, Charlie Sparks, Loco Dice, Patrick Mason, Sven Väth and more and on Day Two 999999999, Alignment, Indira Paganotto, Mind Against, Miss Monique, PAN-POT b2b Sama’ Abdulhadi, Reinier Zonneveld live, Trym and more.

Since 1996, the LFP has been an integral part of the electronic music scene and a cultural institution in the Rhine-Main area. This year it makes its epic 25th edition as it remains a highlight for music lovers with a program that is celebrated for its mix of quality, tradition, and diversity with a lineup that reflects all the colours of the modern spectrum. The venue for all this is the Rebstockpark Frankfurt, a lush and open green space with the city’s skyline off in the distance that is very well connected to local motorways, public transport and the international airport in Frankfurt.

Last year’s first event in four years successfully took place without noise complaints and in harmony with environmental protections. The organiser reduced the capacity to 10,000 guests on two floors for the pilot project and because it went so well with great feedback from all, this year it doubles in size with 20, 000 people welcomed to the same areas as in 2023 but across two days. This minimises environmental impact and means that getting in and out remains hassle free for festival attendees.

LFP now has a long-term home that enables it to offer more cats than ever with the new two day concept on two bespoke stages with high class sound systems and cutting edge production. Once again the soundtrack comes from the cutting edge with Drumcode boss Adam Beyer, dark techno master Charlie Sparks, the chunky rolling sounds of German titan Loco Dice, brilliance from Patrick Mason, colourful sounds from the Cocoon hero Sven Väth, blistering grooves from 999999999, Alignment, and breakout Spanish star Indira Paganotto, melodic explorations from Italian pair Mind Against and Ukranie’s prog innovator Miss Monique, plus a special coming together of PAN-POT b2b Sama’ Abdulhadi, fierce acid techno from Reinier Zonneveld live and much more to come.

Love Family Park is an incomparable all-dayer that unites thousands of party-people from across Europe so make sure you are part of this celebration of the world’s finest techno and house. Tickets include free public transportation within the RMV area and last year’s sold out so get yours now for this spectacular 25th edition at lovefamilypark.com/tickets.

ABOUT FRANKFURT

The unique underground electronic sound of Frankfurt is part of the cultural identity of dance music as well as this city. It is known the world over for its unique groove and is also home to the vital MOMEM Museum as well as many local DJs, label and cult parties, so is the ideal venue for Love Family Park. What’s more, Frankfurt is a global hub for commerce, culture, education, tourism and transportation that is rated as an “alpha world city” and is easily accessible via Frankfurt Airport. It has lots to offer and explore, not least Love Family Park.

DAY 1

Adam Beyer
Charlie Sparks
Funk Tribu b2b Bad Boombox
Loco Dice
LOVEFOXY
MALUGI
Patrick Mason
Supergloss
Sven Väth

DAY 2

999999999
Alignment
Azyr
Indira Paganotto
Mind Against
Miss Monique
PAN-POT b2b Sama’ Abdulhadi
Reinier Zonneveld live
Trym
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Wychwood – second wave of acts announced for 2024!

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Wychwood, Cheltenham’s most loved family festival reveal their second wave of incredible names for 2024. Growing in size and reputation year on year for great music programming, hilarious comedians, 100’s of workshops, children’s entertainment, it’s a feast of activities to entertain all ages across the weekend!

“Wychwood has something for everyone” – METRO

“It’s easy to see why Wychwood has notched up consecutive nominations for the best family music festival around” – The i

“Perfect family-friendly festival” – Daily Mirror

Sister Sledge will headline Friday Night. Hailing from Philadelphia, sisters Debbie, Joni, Kathy and Kim became household names and a symbol of unity with their 1979 world-wide hit and iconic album ‘We are Family’. The multi-lead vocal group are responsible for some of the biggest dance anthems of all time. Lost in Music, He’s the Greatest Dancer and Thinking of You are universally cherished songs that bring people together in love, life and soulful groove.

The Coral will join Texas on Saturday. Emerging during the early 2000’s, their eponymously titled 2002 debut album was nominated for the Mercury Music Prize and listed in the top 5 albums of the year by NME. Their second album, Magic and Medicine produced four UK Top 20 singles, including the festival anthem Pass It On. The band recently released to much critical acclaim, two albums of 60s-soaked psych-folk Sea Of Mirrors and Holy Joe’s Coral Island Medicine Show.

Festival favourite Seth Lakeman will be joining the bands on the main stage on Sunday. Celebrating 20 years since the release of Kitty Jay, the album that marked Seth’s pioneering musical journey, bringing folk music to a new, younger audience, paving the way for the brilliant array of folk artists populating the mainstream music space today.

CBBC’s Hacker T Dog & Katie Thistleton will kick Sunday proceedings off on the Main Stage with a chance for meet and greets after the show. The multiple BAFTA award nominated Hacker T Dog is now the longest serving CBBC presenter EVER, having been at the channel for more than 14 years. Now teamed up with BBC Radio 1 host, and former CBBC co-presenter Katie Thistleton, for his first ever DJ show! Fans can expect the biggest party anthems and the greatest children’s television themes of all time, as him and Katie take to the decks

Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Corinne Bailey Rae completes the Friday main stage music line up. The festival’s new music offering on the revamped Garden Stage for 2024 extends to Lime Garden on Friday night along with local artists Devon and Jo Hill. Melin Meylin & Brogeal join the Sunday line up. Award winning stand up comedian and writer Shazia Mirza, well-known for her appearances on BBC’s Have I Got News For You joins the Friday night late-night comedy line up.

Already announced – Texas, will headline Saturday 1st June. Led by front woman Sharleen Spiteri they have produced ten studio albums selling over 40 millions records worldwide and last year released The Very Best Of 1989 – 2023 ahead of their triumphant Glastonbury Pyramid Stage 2023 performance.

Hugely popular, enduring indie favourites, Ocean Colour Scene will headline Sunday 3rd June. They lit up the Britpop party in the mid-90’s chalking up three Top 5 albums and seventeen Top 40 singles including the immortal ‘The River Boat Song’.

Other acts across the weekend include; Seasick Steve, Lightning Seeds, The Bootleg Beatles, Stornoway, Peter Hook & The Light, Kevin Rowland’s Dexy’s (formerly Dexy’s Midnight Runners) The Feeling, multi-platinum selling pop band The Hoosiers, Sunderland Punk quartet The Futureheads, Scottish powerhouse Callum Beattie, fan favourites Thrill Collins, comedian Marcus Brigstocke and Mr Motivator who will be back for the ultimate main stage Saturday morning workout .

2024 sees the second year return of the much loved Howlin’ Pete’s venue which houses some of the biggest parties and activities across the weekend. Including the return of the ever popular Barrioke feat Shaun Williamson, NOASIS, Junior Jungle, Hip Hop Karaoke and The Daniel Wakeford Experience.

Wychwood will present more than 100 activities and workshops for families of all ages across the weekend Now on a new and improved site at Cheltenham Racecourse, Early Bird, Tier 1 and Tier 2 tickets have already sold out. Tier 4 tickets start at just £159.50 + bf for Adults and £79.50 for children aged 10 – 15. Children under 10 go free.

“The best festival for families.” THE INDEPENDENT

Tickets for Wychwood Festival 31st May – 2nd June 2024 are available here Day and Weekend tickets available from: https://wychwoodfestival.com

Alice Cooper – announces UK, Too Close For Comfort Tour

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Icon, pioneer, and Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame inductee – Alice Cooper has achieved so much in his lengthy career.  But most importantly, Alice Cooper remains one the greatest rock shows on the planet.

Returning to the UK for the first time since 2022, in October, Alice and his award-winning band are heading to arenas in Glasgow (14th), Birmingham (16th), Manchester (17th), Leeds (18th) and, for the first time in many years, more up close and in your face shows at London’s Eventim Apollo (20th + 21st).

The Too Close For Comfort tour brings fans closer than ever to Alice with giant video screens blending the live action with pre-recorded scenes to delve deeper into Alice’s world.

Expect spectacle – snakes, guillotines, monsters and more – wreaking havoc on stage nightly. Classics like “Under My Wheels,” “I’m Eighteen,” “Schools Out,” “Poison,” “Billion Dollar Babies,” and “No More Mr Nice Guy” are staples and there are surprises every night, effortlessly drawn from one the greatest catalogues in rock and roll.

Fresh from the success of his latest album ‘Road,’ a concept album about the thrills and spills of touring, Alice is back, accompanied as always by his long-running live band of Ryan Roxie (guitar), Chuck Garric (bass), Tommy Henrikson (guitar), Glen Sobel (drums), and Nita Strauss (guitar).

“For ‘Road’, I wanted the band to be involved in the foundation of all the songs,” says Alice. “I only see these guys when we’re on the road. So, I wanted them to be as tight as they are for the show but on all new material. When you have a band this good, I believe in showing it off, and this is my way of doing so.”

Primal Scream, one of Britain’s best-loved rock bands, will join Alice for the tour, in all cities except London.  The Glasgow band have been on an odyssey, making jangly guitar pop to brash rock n roll, incorporating acid house and psychedelia into unique records and live experiences.  Frontman Bobby Gillespie cites Alice’s shocking appearances on 1970s Top of the Pops as a formative influence.

In London, legendary Sex Pistols guitarist and songwriter Glen Matlock will be Alice’s special guest. And on all dates, up and coming acclaimed punks The Meffs will support.

Too Close For Comfort Tour, UK Dates

October 2024

Monday 14 – Glasgow Ovo Arena

Wednesday 16 – Birmingham Utilita Arena

Thursday 17 – Manchester AO Arena

Friday 18 – Leeds First Direct Arena

Sunday 20 – London Eventim Apollo

Monday 21 – London Eventim Apollo

Tickets on Sale:

Three presale: Wednesday 21st February 10am

AEG Presents, AXS, Ticketmaster and venue presales: Thursday 22nd February 10am

General on sale: Friday 23rd February 10am

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BST Hyde Park announces: Kylie

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American Express presents BST Hyde Park is delighted to reveal their next incredible headliner for 2024. Music icon Kylie will take to the stage on Saturday 13 July, with the full line-up to be announced. Tickets for this incomparable show go on sale Wednesday 21 February, 10am GMT available at www.bst-hydepark.com

Kylie said: “I can’t wait to return to BST Hyde Park this summer. My last appearance at this iconic event was in 2015 and it was a truly unforgettable experience. So excited to see you all again!”

Kylie’s glittering career has seen her amass sales of over 80 million records worldwide, 5 billion streams, 7 UK No.1 singles and 9 UK No.1 albums. Kylie is the only female artist to score a No.1 album in 5 consecutive decades in the UK. Her multiple awards include 3 BRIT Awards, 18 ARIA Awards, 2 MTV Awards and 2 Grammy Awards. In September 2023, she released her No.1 album, Tension, which features the international smash hit single, ‘Padam Padam’, which earned Kylie her second Grammy Award earlier this month for Best Pop Dance Recording.

In November 2023, Kylie kicked off her first ever run of headline shows in Las Vegas at Voltaire – The Venetian Resort’s new nightlife sensation. In an exclusive US residency, she has been performing tracks from her new album, Tension, alongside many of her greatest hits.

The lineup for American Express presents BST Hyde Park 2024 is set to be truly spectacular, with Kylie joining previously announced headliners Andrea Bocelli (5 July), Robbie Williams (6 July), Shania Twain (7 July) and Stray Kids (14 July), with more artists to be revealed soon!

This announcement follows the tremendous success of BST Hyde Park 2023, featuring legendary acts such as P!NK, Guns N’ Roses, Take That, BLACKPINK, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, Billy Joel, and Lana Del Rey.

www.bst-hydepark.com | @bsthydepark

Amex Presale begins at 10am GMT on Friday 16 February

General On Sale begins 10am GMT on Wednesday 21 February

Bombay Bicycle Club @ Cambridge Junction 10/02/2024

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Back in 2008 at The Roundhouse in Camden on a Saturday afternoon at Artrocker’s all ages club was the first time that I witnessed the amazing indie rock band Bombay Bicycle Club. I always remember it being a great show and have seen the band grow over the years with becoming more successful in the music industry. They were also the first band that I got to photograph for Artrocker Magazine so they have a special place in my life.

As part of their UK tour they stopped off at Cambridge Corn Exchange on a Saturday night for a sold out show. When attending the show it was great to find refuge from the rain and to see everyone eagerly awaiting for the music. Throughout the night was DJ Chux playing music to entertain the crowd between bands.

Supporting act was Lime Garden who are an indie rock band from Brighton, consisting of members Chloe Howard, Leila Deeley, Tippi Morgan and Annabel Whittle. The band were stood across the front of the stage and performed a selection of songs. Their debut album ‘One More Thing’ is out on the 24th February across all platforms. They are also doing a UK tour in February/March.

The stage was decorated with colourful streamers (like the old ones you hang in doors to stop the flies coming in), balloons and big 3D lights saying ‘MY BIG DAY’.

When Bombay Bicycle Club hit the stage the members entered the stage and frontman Jack came out holding two confetti cannons which he shot out over the audience. First up was ‘Just a Little More Time’ which really got the crowd going. The four members were joined with other musicians playing saxophone, trumpets etc. They were also joined by Olive Jones who was vocalist for songs such as ‘Tekken 2’ and a cover of Selena Gomez’s ‘Lose You To Love You’.

Throughout the evening the band played songs from the new album and back catalogue and also ‘Fantasneeze’ which is a song from their upcoming EP.

Later in the performance the band disappeared leaving Jack to do a solo acoustic version of ‘Dust On The Ground’. The band finish with ‘Shuffle’ which is a fan favourite. Then there is an encore which they come back on stage to finish with two more songs including their most loved song ‘Always Like This’.

Its clear to see that the band love playing music and have really nailed their live sets. It will be great to hopefully see the band again in the near future and look forward to hearing their new EP.

Review and Photos by Kane Howie