V Festival announces more additions to 2015 line up

V Festival announces more additions to 2015 line up

V Festival, sponsored by Virgin Media, is proud to announce the addition of The Charlatans, Sigma, Wretch 32, Echo and The Bunnymen, Hilltop Hoods, Lawson and Indiana to the 2015 bill. They will be joining an already world-class line-up including James Bay and Jess Glynne, who are both set to claim their first UK Number 1s in the album and single charts (respectively) this Sunday.

Ahead of their eighth V Festival outing The Charlatans front man, Tim Burgess said: “Having been lucky enough to be part of the first ever V Festival line up in ’96 we’re thrilled to be playing its 20th anniversary year.”

Wretch 32 also commented:"This will be my hat trick appearance and I can’t wait to get out there and have some fun with my fans.”

Taking place across the 22nd and 23rd August, music fans will be treated to an exciting line-up which includes the only UK outings for Sam Smith, Calvin Harris and Kasabian, who will be joined by the likes of Stereophonics, Sam Smith, Paloma Faith, George Ezra, Ellie Goulding and Ella Henderson over the weekend. With more artists and the Glee Club Comedy Tent line-up to be announced in the coming months.

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More acts announced for Camp Bestival 2015 including Professor Green, Wretch 32 and more

More acts announced for Camp Bestival 2015 including Professor Green, Wretch 32 and more

We are massively excited once again to be able to announce a bill-topping slot from the man, the legend, Mr Tumble. A true force of nature, the utter hysteria surrounding a Mr Tumble performance at Camp Bestival makes Beatlemania look like a Black Lace come back. The wildest high jinx are guaranteed from the number one kids’ clown, so whatever you do, don’t dare miss Mr Tumble when he assumes his throne at Lulworth Castle!

Joining our three previously announced headliners, we’ll have loads more brilliant live music from the likes of Hackney’s finest, Professor Green and lyrical gymnast, Wretch 32, who commented “I’m extremely excited to be coming to play for my fans at Camp Bestival, expect a special show! See you in the summer!”

We’ll also have Mercury Prize nominee and long-time Camp Bestival favourite Kate Tempest, world famous philanthropist and sometime Boomtown Rat Bob Geldof, legendary dance machine Soul II Soul, 80s pop powerhouse, Level 42, incredible chanteuse Alison Moyet, the silky voiced Ella Eyre, funk and rare groove legends, Cymande, proper Manchester rave crew 808 State, original punk-pop geniuses Buzzcocks, turntable maestro DJ Yoda, and funny funkers, The Cuban Brothers.

Bringing new meaning to the word campfire, we’ll also have all out action from psychedelic warriors The Crazy World Of Arthur Brown, in your face duo Slaves, bubble gum upstarts Only the Young, BBC Sound of 2015 finalist George the Poet, folk royalty Eliza Carthy, and Australian male vocal group The Spooky Men's Chorale. Plus we’ll have raucous times with Mr Wilson’s Second Liners, Ekkah, The Rajasthan Heritage Brass Band, Weymouth Ukeleleans, Sinful Maggie, Folk Idol and Reggaerobics.

Back on board and chomping at the bit to go wild with us, we have a host of Camp Bestival favourites with brand new shows, including the Insect Circus, West End Kids, BRIT School, Royal Albert Hall Albert’s Band and the award winning Funky Little Choir. We’ll have wild workshops aplenty from BRIT School, West End Kids and Workshop Patrol. And brand spanking new for 2015, prepare to be amazed by The Chrysalis Garden, our fabulous new spa and well-being area, and The Train Trip, an astonishing mini carnival on the right side of the tracks, plus there will be truly Wild Adventures with our biggest, bestest and wildest activities yet!

Helping you to kick back, relax and enjoy finer festival things there will, as ever, be an incredible choice of premium camping and hospitality options with great family facilities and hot showers, including Lucky Cat Hospitality, Camping Plus Premium Camping, Breastival Mother & Baby Chill Out, Airstreams, Tipis, Yurts and much, much more.

And look out for even more news about The Greatest Tent on Earth, Guardian Literary Institute, The Feast Collective, The Den, Comedy, Caravanserai, Oberon’s Observatory, Camp Bestival Bluecoats, Morris Dancers, and loads more amazingly wild things coming soon!

Tickets for Camp Bestival 2015 (July 30th to Aug 2nd) are on sale now via: Ticketline / 0844 888 4410

Wretch 32 releases brand new single 6 Words

Wretch 32 releases brand new single 6 Words

November 16th sees the welcomed return of WRETCH 32 with his brand new single '6 Words' taken from his upcoming new album due early next year.

Currently on A-list rotation across Radio 1 and Radio 1Xtra, "6 Words" has received incredible support from the likes of Zane Lowe, Greg James, Annie Mac, DJ Target, Mista Jam and Nick Grimshaw and now Danny Howard who premiered the new remix courtesy of Fabian Baroud at the weekend.

Once again Wretch shows his ability to colour and pioneer the sound of the UK's vibrant club scene. True to form, '6 Words' showcases Wretch's ability to combine impeccably produced beats with intelligent, genuine lyrics. Produced by SOS and mixed by Wilkinson (Ram Records), the track is heavily infused with UK drum & bass sounds and a gentle guitar riff which cradles Wretch's poignant vocals.

Wretch 32's third studio album will be released in 2015.

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Wretch 32 and Nora En Pure release 6 Words remix

Wretch 32 and Nora En Pure release 6 Words remix

Wretch 32 has teamed up with the mysterious Swiss production team Nora En Pure to create an absolute hummer of a Monday track. Taking the track down a deep house route but keeping it's perfect chilled out vibes there literally couldn't be a better way to start your week.

'6 Words' is released 16.11.14 on Ministry of Sound Recordings with Wretch 32's third studio album due early 2015.

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Scorcher ft Wretch 32 and Mercston release Work Get It

 Scorcher, one of the UK’s leading Grime emcees and award-winning producers, has unveiled his new track ‘Work Get It’ featuring Wretch 32 and Mercston.

Produced by Toby Shy Boy, (younger brother of Maestro The Baker who produced Rihanna's ‘What Now’ and Krept and Konan’s ‘The Other Side’), ‘Work Get It’ is the first single from Scorcher’s forthcoming EP; the latest release since his third edition of the ‘Simply The Best’ mixtape collection.

‘Work Get It’, premiered by tastemaker DJ, Mistajam, hears The Movement MCs collaborate to create some musical motivation with singer Ari on the hook, and if the last few years are anything to go by then there’s no mistaking as to where the inspiration for the track came from. Tayo ‘Scorcher’ Jarrett has definitely been putting the work in and getting the rewards; from his unforgettable time on TV screen as Kamale in Channel 4’s Top Boy, to being nominated for a MOBO Award, supporting the likes of Ice Cube and Snoop Dogg on tour and performing at festivals across the country.

Scorcher said of his upcoming 9-track EP:

"I'm trying to make music people can live with - more than just music for the club, radio or car. I'm trying to bring people into my world and be a part of it, like IMAX."

‘Work Get It’ will be released on June 22 as part of his brand new E.P.

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Wretch 32 Doing OK feat. Jacob Banks - New Video

25th August see’s the release of ‘Doing OK feat. Jacob Banks’ the second single from Wretch 32’s forthcoming third studio album. With the airwaves and festival fields already warmed up following his top 10 hit ‘Blackout’ and stellar live performances at Radio 1’s Big Weekend and Park Life already under his belt, Wretch’s sounds are without a doubt the soundtrack to this summer.

True to form, ‘Doing OK’ once again sees Wretch showing his support for new home-grown talent as he calls on the dulcet tones of Birmingham’s finest, Jacob Banks who recently supported Alicia Keys on her UK tour. Bank’s velvety vocal melts over a flowing piano melody that is blanketed by the sound of a rolling snare drum cushioned with a cruising bassline and soaring tribal vocal sounds that set the scene of rolling African plains.

Lyrically showcasing Wretch’s effortless flow, this is a reminiscent track recalling memories of life before fame and the unconditional need to keep grating and to build a better life for his family. ‘Doing OK’ is a humbling retrospective of the recent journey Wretch has embarked upon in becoming a bona fide artist, musician and role model. Both ‘Doing OK’ and ‘Blackout’ capture the mood and the essence Wretch has created on the forthcoming album.

In 2011, Wretch 32 released his gold-certified LP ‘Black And White’ which amassed over one million record sales and had three top 5 singles including the gritty ‘Traktor’ and ‘Unorthodox ft. Example’. Crowned ‘MC of the year’ by MTV for two years in a row and as one of the focal artists for the 2012 Olympic Games, Wretch 32 has evolved his style into a seriously unique sound; chilled melodies, trademark bars and soaring choruses.

Last month Wretch announced he will be taking his critically acclaimed live show on the road for a 9-date UK headline tour, kicking off in Manchester and finishing on his home turf in London.  Prior to his headline tour in October, Wretch will be hotting up the festival circuit with live performances at Wireless, Reading, Leeds, Oxygen and Isle of Man Festival to name a few.

Full List of UK Tour Dates:
Wed 23rd Oct – Manchester Ritz
Thur 24th Oct – Liverpool O2 Academy
Fri  25th Oct – Newcastle University
Sat 26th Oct – Sheffield, The Plug
Tues 29th Oct – Birmingham Institute
Wed 30th Oct – Norwich UEA
Thur 31st Oct – Oxford O2 Academy
Fri 1st Nov – Bournemouth O2 Academy
Sat 2nd Nov – London O2 Shepherds Bush Empire

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Reading and Leeds Festival announce Wretch 32 more for BBC 1Xtra Stage

With Wiley and Devlin already announced as headliners for the stage, Wretch 32 is revealed as the final headliner for the BBC Radio 1Xtra Stage, plus may more names!

NEW NAMES FOR THE BBC RADIO 1XTRA STAGE

In a major UK festival first, Reading and Leeds will each have a dedicated BBC Radio 1Xtra Stage delivering the best of hip-hop and grime from the UK and farther afield, which will run across all three festival days and showcase the cream of urban artists and music on offer. This is one of the most important additions that Reading and Leeds have witnessed for a long time and Festival Republic are thrilled to announce more names for the stage.

READING FRIDAY 23RD / LEEDS SATURDAY 24TH

Headlining the BBC Radio 1Xtra Stage on this day will be UK grime artist Wiley. After an amazing year in 2012 scoring two UK Top 5 singles, including his first No. 1 with the summer smash ‘Heatwave’ and the more recent No. 3 ‘Can You Hear Me (Ayayaya)’ which featured Skepta, his set at Reading and Leeds will be one to get involved in.

A widely respected DJ and producer, Toddla T brings a full out live show to the stage. The Toddla T Sound features both elements of live performance and DJing with live vocalists, including Shola Ama, Serocee and MC DRS. Drawing upon his two albums to date, 'Skanky Skanky' and 'Watch Me Dance' and a heap of custom edits and refixes especially for the project, the show will also be augmented with the bespoke visuals of Sheffield designers, Peter and Paul. Add all these elements together and you have something really special on your hands.

He will be joined on the line-up by Grime heavyweight P Money, whose mix of hardcore grime and dubstep has made him a fixture at club nights and a festival staple. Following the launch of his self-released EP ‘Guns Bitches and Weed’ last year - which quickly became a web phenomenon - NY based rapper, singer and producer Left Boy joins the 1Xtra bill. Also performing is Stylo G, bringing his slick, vicious beats to Reading and Leeds and getting the festival audience skanking with a reggae-tinged masterclass.

The BBC Radio 1Xtra Stage also sees the impressive musical talents of Nathan Flutebox Lee and The Clinic, whose ability to simultaneously beatbox and play the flute has earned him a global following. Manchester-based musical collective Murkage return to Reading and Leeds and upcoming London MC Scrufizzer, whose supersonic speed-rhymes have earned him acclaim from Radio 1 DJs, MTV and The Guardian, also joins the stage.

READING SATURDAY 24TH / LEEDS SUNDAY 25TH

Already confirmed to join Wiley as a fellow headliner on the new BBC Radio 1Xtra stage is Devlin.  Dagenham-based rapper Devlin returns to the Festivals with his sideways social commentary and formidable flow. Having scored a Top 10 single with 'Rewind', he's leading the UK's next generation of rap stars.

Added to the BBC Radio 1Xtra Stage is NY newcomer, Action Bronson, a rapper who has been gaining heat on rap forums, enjoying acclaim on music blogs and has just featured on XXL’s ‘Freshman Top 10’ list of upcoming rap talent this year.

Heralded as putting ‘road rap’ on the map, South London rapper Giggs will be returning to the festival armed with new tracks and an impressive following. He’s Peckham’s finest via Jamaica and leading the evolutionary charge of grime in 2013.

Mic Righteous is one of the hottest young stars of the UK hip-hop and grime scene. With over seven million YouTube hits and growing, his appearance at Reading & Leeds promises great things.

Also added to the bill is the presenter of flagship BBC Radio 1xtra Hip Hop show, renowned DJ and producer DJ Semtex. Expect the freshest tracks, plenty of first plays and a bouncing atmosphere when Semtex blows up at Reading & Leeds.

Winning ‘Best Newcomer’ and ‘Performance of the Year’ for his rap battles in Don’t Flop, Lunar C’s no-gimmicks approach has transferred perfectly into the live arena and his set at Reading and Leeds is the perfect place to see him live.

Also on the BBC Radio 1Xtra line-up are Manchester's alternative hip-hop faction Broke’N'£nglish, one of the most highly regarded names on the hip-hop scene due to their incendiary live performances and innovative production techniques, which combine electronica, funk, jazz, RandB and hip-hop. Fresh from supporting Devlin this week, self-described “soul with a bit of weird”, Etta Bond prepares to take on the biggest shows of her life at Reading and Leeds.


READING SUNDAY 25TH / LEEDS FRIDAY 23RD

Reading and Leeds can now reveal Wretch 32 as the final headliner for the new BBC Radio 1Xtra Stage, following an amazing year for the London MC. After an arena tour supporting Example, he also became the face of some iconic brands at the London Olympics. With his major label debut album ‘Black and White’ amassing over a million sales, Wretch 32 is widely acknowledged by his peers as one of the pioneers of the UK grime scene; be sure to catch his first ever performance  at Reading and Leeds this summer.

Joining the bill is American lyricist Angel Haze who sees herself as more of a rock star than a rapper. That said she raps so ferociously, deftly and with real menace, that 'flow' would seem far too mellow a word to describe her delivery.

The BBC Radio 1Xtra stage also welcomes the first lady of female MCing, Ms Dymanite. The legendary Brit Award-winner and recipient of the 2002 ‘Mercury Music Prize’ has been thrilling crowds for over a decade and will be playing the best from her hits in a high energy performance.

Presenting the best rhythms from the UK to Trenchtown will be iconic 1Xtra DJ, David Rodigan MBE. Heralded as one of the masters of the sound system, his unrivalled vinyl collection and knowledge of reggae culture past and present will ensure that revellers will be enjoy the most thrilling reggae sounds from across the globe.

As well as trading in rap breakbeats and pop hooks, Mikill Pane seamlessly straddles guitar-based sounds, including punk, ska and reggae, making him a firm favourite and collaborator with the likes of Ed Sheeran and Example.

Ghostpoet's debut album 'Peanut Butter Blues and Melancholy Jam' was a worthy nominee for the 2011 ‘Mercury Music Prize’ and exposed his talent to an eager new audience. His hotly tipped second album is due out soon and promises to provide the perfect soundtrack to this summer’s sultry evenings.

Also joining the line-up is MC Context. Winner of the MTV ‘Brand New Unsigned’ competition in 2012, championed by the likes of Mistajam, Huw Stephens and Charlie Sloth, and now gearing up to support Devlin on his upcoming tour, Context's distinctive take on soulful drum n bass, dubstep and hip hop is sure to be well received by the festival crowd.

Despite growing up in the States and Jamaica, Knytro has always been obsessed with the knights, folklore and ancestry of England – hence the name. Claiming to be ‘so Hip-Hop it should be illegal’, he’s always on point and his legions of fans will relish the chance to see him grace the stage at Reading and Leeds. 


Other artists playing across the Festivals include the Main Stage UK festival exclusive headliners Green Day, Eminem, and Biffy Clyro, plus UK festival exclusive performances from Fall Out Boy, System Of A Down and Deftones. Skrillex, Major Lazer, Azealia Banks take to the NME/Radio 1 Stage and Flux Pavillion, Redlight and Night Works appear on the BBC Radio 1Dance Stage, plus many many more!

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New Video from Haynzy ft. Scorcher - Mind On Your Body

Talented singer/songwriter Haynzy is back to inject some edgy RnB with new single ‘Mind on Your Body’. The sensual collaborative story told through Haynzy’s melodic vocals and Scorcher’s hard hitting lyrics is set for release on the 3rd December 2012.  

Growing up in North London, the 23 year old follows a successful line of UK artists to stem from the area in particular, Skepta, Scorcher, JME, Chipmunk and Wretch 32. Keen to get his foot in the door at an early age Haynzy began singing backing vocals for artists like Raghav and Darren B before releasing his own records under record label Blue Colla Music. He has since worked with the likes of Frisco, Jammer, BBK, Crazy Cousinz, Aidonia, Aggro Santos, Teezy, and DJ 

Ironik.Haynzy’s Irish and Barbadian mixed background help to influence his sound,
mixing hard hitting urban beats with a blend of smooth vocals and top lines

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V Festival 2012- additional line up and tickets announcement

WRETCH 32, GOSSIP, THE FEELING AND BEVERLEY KNIGHT PLUS OTHERS ADDED TO V FESTIVAL 2012 LINE UP

***ADDITIONAL TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY 27^th APRIL AT 9AM***

V Festival, sponsored by Virgin Media, is proud to announce further additions to the already exciting 2012 line up, with artists including Rita Ora, Newton Faulkner, Wretch 32, Gossip, Beverley Knight, Childish Gambino, Sub Focus, The Feeling, Stooshe, Cover Drive, The Rifles and Angel all confirmed to appear over the festival weekend.

Additionally, fans who weren’t lucky enough to snap up general admission tickets the first time around are being given another chance to head to the festival, with additional tickets to both Hylands Park, Chelmsford and Weston Park, Stafford going on sale at 9am on Friday 27^th April.

Fans are encouraged to visit www.vfestival.com for all ticket options available, including coach and ticket packages available through the Big Green Coach company and V Style for those looking for a luxury festival experience. V organisers once again stress that fans should only purchase tickets through official outlets listed on the V Festival website and that purchasing from unofficial outlets could lead to disappointment.

Ahead of his appearance at V Festival, Wretch 32 says, "I'm buzzing to be back at V Festival again this year. Last year was big, and I'll be looking to top it this year by performing my new tracks to the V crowd. I will also be looking to get a little meet with Nicki Minaj…if I'm lucky!"

BeverleyKnight comments, "It has been a while so I am chuffed to be back on stage at V this year. I have spent the last few years enjoying all the action as a punter. This year it's time to do what I do best - and that's rocking a crowd!”

The Stooshe girls comment, "Really looking forward to V Festival this year. We attended last year so to be performing this year is amazing! The line up iswicked and it feels great to be a part of it. So excited!”

Taking place across the weekend of the 18^th and 19th August, music fanswill be treated to an exciting line up of legends old and new with the StoneRoses, The Killers, Nicki Minaj, Snow Patrol, Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, Tom Jones and Ed Sheeran also on the bill.

These latest additions come as V Festival also reveals which artists will be performing on which day and location over the festival weekend.

V FESTIVAL 2012
Saturday 18th August, Hylands Park, Chelmsford Sunday 19th August, Weston Park, Staffordshire	Saturday 18th August, Weston Park, Staffordshire Sunday 19th August, Hylands Park, Chelmsford
The Stone Roses Noel Gallagher David Guetta Ed Sheeran Example Keane James Morrison Emeli Sande Friendly Fires Ben Howard Professor Green Rizzle Kicks Rodrigo Y Gabriela Labrinth Maverick Sabre Gossip Sub Focus Newton Faulkner Dappy The Proclaimers The Ting Tings Reverend and the Makers Wretch 32 Inspiral Carpets Childish Gambino Cover Drive Angel	The Killers Snow Patrol Nicki Minaj Tinie Tempah Tom Jones Nero Madness Olly Murs Happy Mondays LMFAO Noah and The Whale Frank Turner The Enemy Pixie Lott The Human League Miles Kane Shed Seven Frank Ocean Beverley Knight Cher Lloyd The Feeling DJ Fresh Rita Ora Lissie The Stranglers Stooshe The Rifles

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Professor Green, Wretch 32 added to V Festival line-up

Contary to popular belief Dolly Parton the queen of country music has not been added to this years V Festival line up.

But Professor Green,Labrinth, Chiddy Bang and Wretch 32 have been announced to add to a bill that already has Eminem and Plan B and Rhianna on it.

To see the line-ups click for Hylands Park, Chelmsford or Weston Park, Staffordshire.

Tickets were priced at £175 for a weekend pass with camping, and £149 weekend pass without camping. A day ticket was priced at £83.50, and a campervan pass is priced at £99. Only VIP Luxury packages are still available.