Lochranza, on Arran, Scotland’s most southerly island is the location for the 2024 Arran Rock and Blues Festival, produced by Arran Events and taking place between May 3rd and 5th. In a location that boasts world-class wildlife, a medieval castle on the shoreline, an award winning whisky distillery and a stunning mountain backdrop, the festival features a stellar line-up of rock and blues artists playing in a setting that is typically Scottish and unashamedly beautiful. Compared by John Beattie, the former rugby union international player and Radio Scotland broadcaster, the festival is family friendly and intimate with two stages and…
Author: Andy Lenthall
Timber Festival continues to enhance its musical line-up with a slew of new artists set to grace the stage in the heart of the National Forest. There is a distinctly folk feel to the latest wave of artists to join this year’s lineup. Makushin, a three-piece band whose atmospheric, tender sounds promise to provide a tranquil soundtrack in harmony with the festival’s natural surroundings through their fusion of folk, jazz and ambient music, join the roster for their first performance at Timber. Joining them is Italian-born, London based Heka, who also brings a refreshing mix of folk and modern electronic…
PRS Foundation – the award-winning charitable funder of new music and talent development – announces today a new initiative targeted to early career music promoters in England and supported by Arts Council England and the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS). The new and ambitious Early Career Promoter Fund recognises the vital role independent promoters play in supporting the talent pipeline across England and within the nighttime economy, and offers grant funding and capacity building support, with the aim of bolstering the grassroots music ecosystems. Grants of up to £3,500 will be available to support a range of activity,…
Bundl, formerly known as Sound Travel, today announced its official rebranding and the launch of an industry-first partnership platform that connects event organisers and ticket agents with global hotels. This revolutionary technology uses historic and predictive data insights to predict, capture and share the value of the hotel demand that events create. “Since lockdown, we’ve seen demand for events reach an all time high, not just for tickets, but also for places to stay, as fans look to experience more than just the event itself. We call this “The Event Effect’ says Mike Bayon, CEO and Founder at Bundl. “For decades the…
Live event and festival production company, METHOD, has recently achieved B Corp certification, joining a community of 1,900 UK businesses committed to using their power to drive positive social and environmental change. This prestigious certification reflects METHOD’s ongoing dedication to sustainability, transparency, and ethical business practices. B Corps are businesses that meet rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency, as verified by the nonprofit, B Lab. METHOD’s commitment to becoming a B Corp aligns with its core values of transparency and attention to detail, and mission to create memorable events while minimising its environmental footprint and maximising…
Sources who recently spoke to Reuters have indicated that the private equity fund, Providence, are about to formally launch the sale of the business, with a valuation that could reach £1.5 billion. Since its launch in 2017, when Providence teamed up with Creamfields founder James Barton, Superstruct has grown by acquisitions across Europe and Australia. Whilst smaller, independent festivals struggle, it is understood that Providence are seeking to capitalise on the bounce back of live music following the Covid-enforced break. Potential bidders for the company, which reportedly generates annual earnings (EBITDA) of more than €100m, include investment funds Blackstone, CVC,…
Gloworm Festival have announced the return of Smoby, for the third consecutive year. Smoby is set to make that festival experience even better by bringing back their exciting and interactive Smoby play zone to delight all families and their little people. Gloworm takes place 16-18 August 2024 at its new location, Holme Pierrepont Country Park, Nottinghamshire. The Smoby brand is well recognised for its colourful, outdoor and role play toys that inspire children’s imaginations. Known for its commitment to quality, safety, and design, Smoby offers a diverse range of products that cater to various age groups that not only entertain…
The award-winning Brighton Music Conference (BMC), the UK’s leading electronic music and networking event reveals the first panel topics up for its 11th edition and the full A&R Sessions programme. Taking place at the prestigious Brighton i360 complex and various venues around the city from 22nd to 24th May 2024, BMC will once again bring together Industry-leading professionals and present a programme of insightful talks, workshops and networking events including Keynote interviews with internationally renowned artists Erol Alkan, A Guy Called Gerald and Danielle Moore and Chris Todd from Crazy P. Other sessions include two DJ Q&As featuring a host…
Delivering 24-hour festival party experience, spread across the grounds of a castle in Romania, Electric Castle aims to be Europe’s next festival phonomenon. Celebrating its 10th Birthday between July 17th-21st 2024, Electric Castle are creating festival revolution that embraces every free-flowing notion of what a festival should be and dials it up to a new level. Spread across 10 stages at over 40 hectares through the grounds of a castle in the heart of Transylvania – the mythical meets the magical for a show where a surprise is waiting around every corner. Welcoming all to Romania for its grandest edition…
SQUARE, a brand-new celebration of independent artists and grassroots music communities across the continents bordered by the Atlantic Ocean, is scheduled to take place from January 29th to February 1st, 2025. The four-day event will unfold across four locations in Portugal: Braga, Barcelos, Famalicão, and Guimarães. Positioned to contribute to a more diverse and representative music industry ecosystem, SQUARE will serve as a unifying platform, bringing together local scenes with artists and industry professionals spanning the continent of Europe and beyond. In response to the evolving music industry landscape, SQUARE distinguishes itself as more than a conventional showcase festival. It…