Kendal Calling 2014 Festival Sells Out In Record Time

Kendal Calling festival has sold out a remarkable 11 weeks in advance of this year’s festival.  Kendal Calling has sold out in each of its previous 8 years but this year’s sell out is the quickest yet, leaving the From The Fields team to thank those festival goers who have snapped up tickets to the winner of the UK Festival Awards Best Medium Sized Festival in 2013.

This year’s festival features act such as Suede, Frank Turner and the Sleeping Souls, Example, De La Soul, 2manydjs, Frightened Rabbit, Clean Bandit, Happy Mondays, Miles Kane, Jimi Goodwin, Gorgon City, Ella Eyre and hundreds of others over 3 days in the stunning Lake District, indisputably one of the most beautiful festival sites in the world.

Kendal Calling is one of the highlights of the festival calendar featuring the Kendal Calling Goes Beyond The Stars fancy dress theme, Tim Peaks Diner, a real ale festival, gourmet food, a dedicated children’s Ladybird Arena, a diverse array or markets, the Garden Of Eden healing area, Q and A’s, talks and much more.

Having broken the world record for the most people dressed as Superman in one place in 2014, this year Kendal Calling revelers will attempt to break the world record for the most people moonwalking at the same time.

Kendal Calling promoter Andy Smith comments - "We've sold out in record time...I'm in a transport of delight!"

Blissfields festival unveil 2nd wave of acts for 2014

Following the announcement of 2ManyDJs, Hercules and Love Affair, Tune-Yards and many more diverse acts for its 2014 event, the festival is now pleased to unveil its second wave of artists for this July 3rd to 5th in Hampshire. Spector, Bipolar Sunshine, Johnny Flynn, Thumpers, Éclair Fifi, Years And Years, and Laurel, lead the announcement for the award-winning and intimate family-friendly festival for forward-thinking music fans. Also unveiled is the sophomore Blissfields Independent Film Festival, offering the chance for budding film-makers to screen their short movies during the event, as well as info on all areas of Blissfields 2014. Tickets are available now via www.blissfields.co.uk.

Spector make their welcomed return to Blissfields, bringing the Roxy Music-esque sharp pop of debut record Enjoy It While It Lasts – which reached #1 on the Official Record Store Chart on release – back to the main stage, no doubt previewing new material already destined for the climax of indie discos across Britain. They’re joined on the main stage by Bipolar Sunshine, tipped by Fader Magazine as “primed for big things” and cited by The Guardian as “confusing, but in a good way” his music is quickly picking up adulation for incorporating influences as diverse as Arctic Monkeys and Kanye West.

Few solo artists have captured the folk imagination over the past few years as much as Johnny Flynn, making his much anticipated and long overdue first appearance at Blissfields following the release of greatly admired albums A Larum and Been Listening which positioned Flynn at the center of nu-folk alongside contemporaries and sometimes collaborators Marcus Mumford and Laura Marling.

To complete a special Friday night dance takeover line-up of Snakehips and TCTS - KYAN is now confirmed, fresh from touring with London Grammar, joining Kidnap Kid, who’s recently been on the road with Disclosure - crafting a tastemaker bill for summer 2014.

As well as the Fields Of Bliss Spa, which is new for 2014, a new stage has also been launched. Taking its cue from the acoustic stage of 2013, The Larch is the place to be in 2014 for the best merging folk and acoustic acts by day, and by night this venue turns into a lively, late-night dance hall for swingers, flappers and vintage ravers.

In usual Blissfields tradition, this second wave includes some of the most acclaimed artists from a varied spectrum of music including the world of pop, indie, folk - and with the addition of Radio 1 “In New DJ’s We Trust” presenter Éclair Fifi – dance music as well. The festival’s mission to bring a truly eclectic event, without compromise, to an intimate setting is once again at the core of its 2014 ethos.

Also announced now is information on all of Blissfields areas including Electric Dreams Cinema and Independent Film Festival, Angel Gardens Family & Kids Area, The Fields Of Bliss Spa, Amoeba To Zebra area, Blissfields Beer Festival, Craft Area, Sports Day Arena, and much more… making this without doubt the most packed Blissfields festival ever programmed

W.A.R! Ibiza Summer Line Up revealed

W.A.R! Ibiza Line Up

W.A.R! announces its return to the iconic Ibiza Rocks outdoor venue this summer with 16 weeks of parties featuring electronic music's finest. Championing new music, W.A.R!'s eclectic programme sees some of the UK's leading lights sharing a stage with the hottest breaking talent. Big names including 2manydjs, Zane Lowe, Mark Ronson and Fatboy Slim will appear next to the likes of Mele, Friend Within, Monki, Cyril Hahn and Karma Kid. Tickets are now available at www.ibizarocks.com/war

The 2014 programme yet again confirms W.A.R! has a natural ear for UK electronic music. At the inaugural event back in 2012 W.A.R! introduced two unknown London acts, Disclosure and Rudimental, to the White Isle and has since become a trusted source for the next big thing.

Armed with a line-up that rivals most festivals, W.A.R! enters its third year more ambitious than ever. Zane Lowe returns at the helm, having supported the event from day one. The Radio 1 DJ is not only a tastemaker for new music but also a phenomenal tour-de-force when it comes to high-octane DJ sets. A veteran to W.A.R! Doorly returns for his yearly residency at the event, fresh from new releases with Green Velvet and a notable SXSW appearance, he will no doubt eclipse years past in 2014. Heading up the rest of the series are some of the UK's biggest exports with a handpicked selection of its rising stars, all well equipped to keep W.A.R! revellers partying throughout the summer.

Responsible for one the biggest anthems of 2014, Gorgon City join Zane for the launch of W.A.R! in June along with hotly tipped Bristol songwriter Javeon. The producer duo return in July alongside Hannah Wants and Sasha Keable who continue to make waves in the industry. Redlight tops the bill on week two, backed up by garage legend and Kiss FM veteran DJ EZ, who recently showed that he's still at the top of his game with another amazing Boiler Room set.

Back by popular demand, Example returns to W.A.R! with DJ Wire having delivered a series of sell out shows in 2013. The pair are prepped for four explosive performances that will see them appearing alongside Monki, Karma Kid and Mele, three acts that are all well on the way to becoming headliners themselves. Visionary hit maker and label owner DJ Fresh takes to the stage in August joined by Wilkinson, a similarly talented purveyor of anthemic drum and bass who last year scored his first top ten track with Afterglow. Also taking to the decks for W.A.R! is North London's Meridian Dan and Radio 1's very own Toddla T. The multi-talented producer has had a meteoric rise over the last five years and is a prime example of homegrown talent.

Fatboy Slim takes to the famous Ibiza Rocks stage for, EAT SLEEP ROCKS REPEAT, a Balearic ode to his iconic single in 2013. The pioneering Norman Cook has been delivering anthems for over 20 years and is supported by Maribou State, a duo who are hoping to do the same after turning heads with a slew of well crafted, melodic gems. Synonymous for their incredible live shows, Belgian brothers 2manydjs take to the W.A.R! stage just one week later with a favourite of Radio 1 pioneer Annie Mac, the ever-elusive Friend Within for the anticipated Bugged Out Weekender Takeover. The last week sees closing parties grip the island, W.A.R! goes for one final blow out as Zane Lowe is reunited with Mark Ronson for their now legendary live collaboration A-YO and the pair's second W.A.R! appearance in 2014.

W.A.R! promoter Jordan Hallpike is pleased with 2014's programme saying "W.A.R! is all about bringing fresh and underground UK electronic music to a balearic setting. The fact we've grown so much after only two summers reflects just how strong and exciting the scene is right now. This year we'll be uniting new artists with returning icons for our unique festival atmosphere on the White Isle."

Tickets for W.A.R! are now sale at www.ibizarocks.com/war

WE ARE ROCKSTARS 2014 CONFIRMED PROGRAMME

Friday 6th June | W.A.R! Opening Party

Zane Lowe / Gorgon City / Javeon / Doorly

Friday 13th June

Redlight / EZ / MC Majestic / Ms Dynamite / Doorly

Friday 20th June

Eton Messy Presents

Bondax / Eton Messy DJs

Friday 27th June

Example and DJ Wire / Doorly

Friday 4th July

Gorgon City / Hannah Wants / Sasha Keable / Doorly

Friday 11th July | W.A.R! Birthday

Mark Ronson and Zane Lowe [Exclusive] / Cyril Hahn / Doorly

Friday 18th July

Example and DJ Wire / Monki / Doorly

Friday 25th July

Example and DJ Wire / Karma Kid / Doorly

Friday 1st August

Toddla T / Meridian Dan / DJ EZ / Doorly

Friday 8th August

DJ Fresh / Wilkinson / Knytro / Doorly

Friday 15th August

Zane Lowe / Mak and Pasteman / Doorly

Friday 22nd August

Example and DJ Wire / Mele and Slick Don / Doorly

Friday 29th August

EAT SLEEP ROCKS REPEAT

Fatboy Slim / Maribou State / Doorly

Friday 5th September

Bugged Out Weekender Takeover

2manydjs / Friend Within / Doorly

Friday 19th September | W.A.R! Closing Party

Mark Ronson and Zane Lowe [Exclusive] / Doorly

Kendal Calling 2014 First Wave Of Acts Announced

FESTIVAL DATES: FRIDAY 1st  – SUNDAY 3rd AUGUST 2014
Lowther Deer Park, Hackthorpe, The Lake District

Kendal Calling returns for a 9th action packed year with a whole host of incredible artists confirmed for the Lake District festival.  Not content with winning more awards (Best Medium Sized Festival at the UK Festival Awards) and breaking world records (most people dressed as Superman in one place – 867 since you’re asking!) the Kendal Calling team have surpassed themselves with the first wave of acts to be announced for 2014.

2014’s first headliner Suede are one of the most revered British bands of the last 25 years with Brett Anderson and co racking up a host of much lauded indie singles and albums. After a hiatus the band returned in 2010 and released the critically and commercially acclaimed album ‘Bloodsports’ in 2013.  This is a band once again riding on the crest of wave and the first headliner to be announced with more due to follow imminently.

Frank Turner’s anthemic folk-punk has seen him rise to become one of the country’s biggest musical artists of the last few years, accruing a large and devoted following and placing him firmly at the forefront of the new guitar renaissance in the UK.  His five albums have given him an enviable body of work and Frank Turner is undoubtedly one of the most powerful live performers around. Frank has a real love affair with Kendal Calling having played twice before and has risen through the ranks to secure a well-deserved and much requested headline slot with his band The Sleeping Souls.

The much anticipated Hip Hop Legends slot this year goes to hip hop pioneers De La Soul. This slot is as much a part of Kendal Calling folklore as the fancy dress theme and the Real Ale tent and after last year’s blistering performance by Public Enemy the From The Fields team are delighted to have secured a more laid back performance from the daisy age, ‘3 Feet High and Rising’ legends who celebrate 25 years in the game in 2014.

Miles Kane is a man noted as much for his sharp suits and dress sense as his angular music and lyrics and this most modern of pop stars will make the short journey from Liverpool to the lakes.

Happy Mondays are Madchester royalty and in frontman Shaun Ryder possess and unlikely national treasure.  Their set will be a hugely anticipated affair as fans gather to hear seminal baggy anthems such as ‘Step On’, ‘Kinky Afro’, ‘Hallelujah’ and a host more as the Mondays baggy swagger engulfs the Lake District.

The Glow Tent is a haven for lovers of the very best in electronic music and the line-up for 2014 is the best yet.  David and Stephen Dewaele are famous worldwide as both Soulwax and 2manydjs who's album "As Heard On Radio Soulwax Pt. 1" completely revolutionized the dance music landscape in the early 2000s, for its imaginative mixture of artist and genres from all eras. 2manydj’s are widely acknowledged as one of the most innovative acts on the planet and their mash up mayhem will have Kendal Calling in raptures.

Other confirmed acts include RAM Records founder and drum and bass don Andy C, Radio 1’s new music head honcho Zane Lowe, electro duo and local heroes Bondax with and all-star cast of b2b sessions, Metalheadz royalty Goldie, MJ Cole and a host of other swashbuckling turntable evangelists.

Other confirmations include Razorlight with their arsenal of alternative anthems, Brits Critics Choice winner and keyboard pounding singer songwriter Tom Odell and recent number 1 singles acts and electronic collective Clean Bandit who are one of the most exciting breakthrough acts in the UK right now.  Newton Faulkner’s unique, percussive guitar playing and emotive songs are sure to provide one of the weekend’s biggest sing-alongs while Gorgon City get ready for your love and bring their booty shaking bass to the Lakes.

Other exciting acts confirmed to perform include indie stalwarts Athlete, breakthrough indie rockers Breton, Rudimental collaborator Ella Eyre, undefinable musical guru and champion tea drinker Mr Scruff.  Many more acts have been confirmed to play with hundreds more set to join them in August in arguably the most beautiful festival site in the UK.

Kendal Calling festival is renowned for its expansive cultural offering presenting a smorgasbord of artsy treats for festival goers.  With some amazing musical artists providing sustenance for the soul, the arts programme offers some welcome nourishment for the mind and body as an eclectic array of performance art, comedy and spoken word takes place over the weekend in the stunning surrounds of the Lake District.  With gourmet food, a real ale festival and the dedicated children’s Ladybird Arena as part of the mix, Kendal Calling is one of the UK’s best festivals and outstanding value at just £119 for the weekend.

This year’s fancy dress theme is Kendal Calling Goes Beyond The Stars as the festival once again becomes a mecca for culture vultures and party people.

NEW for 2014 for Thursday night revellers, Craig Charles Funk and Soul Club take over featuring a hand picked line up by Craig himself. Thursday will feature Chai Wallah’s and the Real Ale festival will be open for pre festival shenanigans!

To keep up to date with all Kendal Calling news including general ticket sale and line-up news sign up to the newsletter on the website, become a fan on Facebook and follow on twitter @KendalCalling

See you in the fields!

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Tickets - www.kendalcalling.co.uk/tickets

2ManyDJs, Laurent Garnier and Lord of the Isles announced for Riverside Festival

The Electric Frog and Pressure Riverside Festival have today announced the next wave of hot acts to join the festival line-up this May Bank Holiday weekend. The world-renowned 2ManyDJs will headline the first day of the festival, while techno innovator Laurent Garnier will take to the decks on Sunday joined by Lord of the Isles giving fans of electronic music the event of the summer.

Offering fans the very best in legendary and cutting-edge talent, The Electric Frog and Pressure Riverside Festival have already confirmed a dynamic line-up including Jamie Jones, Andrew Weatherall, Derrick Carter, Derrick May, Felix Da Housecat, Moritz Von Oswald, DJ Sneak, Slam, Sunday Circus, Tiga, Visionquest, Vitalic (live).

Since the creation of the band Soulwax in 1995, David and Stephen Dewaele’s 2ManyDJs have consistently pushed boundaries into new and innovative territory. In 2011 they tore up the rulebook with the creation of Radio Soulwax, a touring live event, an app and website. The ultimate synthesis of sound and vision, it produced 24 one hour mixes with accompanying visuals based on the artwork of the original records used within the mix. The app has had over 600k downloads and 300k sales to date.

Throughout their career 2ManyDJs have led the way into unchartered territory and remained relevant and exciting to every generation that discovers them. Their new collaboration with LCD Soundsystem's James Murphy named the Despacio project sees them create parties in interesting locations on a state of the art hi-fi sound system.

Tireless in his enthusiasm, Laurent Garnier is an artist on the move. Bursting with new ideas and projects, Laurent Garnier juggles DJ-ing, radio shows and producing. His first big hits (Acid Eiffel and Wake Up), both soundtracks to the explosion of dance music in France, have paved the way for a series of albums that are both elaborate and multi-faceted. In the space of five celebrated albums, Laurent Garnier has embarked upon a remarkable journey going back to the creation of his label in 1994 with Eric Morand which brought to the fore producers such as as Mr Oizo, St Germain, Jori Hulkkonen, AlexKid and Scan X.

Playing an exclusive live set at the festival is Lord of the Isles. Creating a monumental buzz of late, from modest beginnings, releasing on relatively unknown labels like Adult Contemporary, Catune and Ene - the producer’s name has gone from a whisper to a bang, catching the attention of the Phonica, Unthank and Shevchenko imprints more recently. His hypnotic brand of disco and boogie-tinged house has found favour among the listening public as well, furthering his reputation and placing his releases in high demand.

Now increased to a two day event, the outdoor music festival takes place on the grounds of the iconic Riverside Museum and The Tall Ship, on the banks of the River Clyde over the May Bank Holiday weekend (3rd and 4th May) from 4pm – 11pm. The event will feature two covered stages, street food, a variety of bars and vintage stalls bringing together a real carnival atmosphere.

Electric Frog and Pressure Festival Promoter Dave Clarke said: “We’re hugely excited to announce 2ManyDJs, Laurent Garnier and Lord of the Isles, which are great additions to the line-up at the Electric Frog and Pressure Riverside Festival. The festival is bringing some of the best names in the world of electronic music to Glasgow and it’s shaping up to be our best Electric Frog and Pressure collaboration yet!"

With the first batch of Super Early Bird Tickets selling out in record time, festival organisers have now released the next wave of tickets for Electric Frog and Pressure Riverside Festival. Priced at £30 for day tickets and £55 for weekend tickets, fans can purchase via Tickets Scotland, and Resident Advisor. www.tickets-scotland.com  

The party is a day and night affair with the Riverside festival after parties taking place at The Admiral and SWG3 in the city. Tickets are on-sale now and can be purchased separately from festival tickets via Tickets Scotland.

Visit www.riversidefestivalglasgow.com for more information.

Ibiza Rocks 2011 - More acts announced

THE TWO-WEEK COUNTDOWN TO IBIZA AND MALLORCA ROCKS BEGINS AND THIS SUMMER’S BEST LIVE MUSIC BILL JUST KEEPS BUILDING!

2MANYDJ’S (LIVE), PROFESSOR GREEN, KISSY SELLOUT AND DEVLIN

PLUS

JOHNNY BORRELL OPENS ‘IBIZA ROCKS BAR’ WITH A SENSATIONAL SOLO SET

Ibiza, 10^th May 2011 (FIX Ibiza).- A phenomenal wave of bands have already been announced for Mallorca Rocks and Ibiza Rocks this summer, with Plan B proudly kicking off the season in both Mallorca (31/5) and Ibiza (01 June). Added to the ultra-impressive line-up are 2manydj’s (live), Professor Green, Kissy Sellout and Devlin for back-to-back gigs in the Balearics at the Mallorca Rocks and Ibiza Rocks Hotels.  

To get live music lovers well and truly in the mood, there’s an extra treat in store with Johnny Borrell, frontman of Razorlight, making his debut on the island with a solo set at the open-air, beachside Ibiza Rocks Bar on 28^th May

Multi-million selling artists, the best breakthrough talent and music icons of old and new, united and rocking Ibiza and Mallorca Rocks all summer.

**IBIZA AND MALLORCA ROCKS THE SOUND OF A NEW GENERATION*

Information, tickets and holidays available at www.ibizarocks.com (Gig Tickets priced from £30 plus booking fee)

Check out the brand new boutique hotel - Ibiza Rocks House at Pikes at www.ibizarocks.com/house

  Mallorca Rocks on Tuesdays:               Ibiza Rocks on Wednesdays:

31/05		OPENING PARTY WITH PLAN B | WRETCH 32		01/06		OPENING PARTY WITH PLAN B | WRETCH 32
07/06		WOMBATS | BROTHER		08/06		WOMBATS | BROTHER
14/06		THE VACCINES | ZANE LOWE | DARWIN DEEZ		15/06		THE VACCINES | ZANE LOWE| DARWIN DEEZ
21/06		FATBOY SLIM | TOTALLY ENORMOUS EXTINCT DINOSAURS		22/06		FATBOY SLIM | TOTALLY ENORMOUS EXTINCT DINOSAURS
28/06		FRIENDLY FIRES | METRONOMY | KISSY SELLOUT		29/06		FRIENDLY FIRES | METRONOMY | KISSY SELLOUT
05/07		PROFESSOR GREEN| DEVLIN		06/07		PROFESSOR GREEN| DEVLIN
12/07		MARK RONSON DJ SET | JAYMO & ANDY GEORGE (RADIO1)		13/07		MARK RONSON DJ SET | JAYMO & ANDY GEORGE (RADIO1)
19/07		BIFFY CLYRO AND ZANE LOWE | MORNING PARADE FOR 6TH BIRTHDAY PARTY		20/07		BIFFY CLYRO AND ZANE LOWE |MORNING PARADE FOR 6TH BIRTHDAY PARTY
26/07		TINIE TEMPAH | MAVERICK SABRE		27/07		TINIE TEMPAH | MAVERICK SABRE
29/07		DIZZEE RASCAL		30/07		DIZZEE RASCAL
02/08		CHASE + STATUS | LABRINTH		03/08		CHASE + STATUS | LABRINTH
09/08		EXAMPLE | SUB FOCUS (LIVE)		10/08		EXAMPLE | SUB FOCUS (LIVE)
16/08		2MANYDJS (LIVE)		17/08		2MANYDJS (LIVE)
30/08		MAGNETIC MAN | KATY B		31/08		MAGNETIC MAN | KATY B
13/09		MADNESS		14/09		MADNESS
20/09		CLOSING PARTY WITH SPECIAL GUESTS		21/09		CLOSING PARTY WITH SPECIAL GUESTS