Author: James Robertson

Pyramid World Tour returns to Barcelona to spread the essence of Ibiza alongside OFFBCN Festival, which will take place on 13 and 14 June 2025 at Parc del Fórum. Two stages, two different sounds, but with one goal: to offer an unforgettable dance experience. Since its Ibiza debut, Pyramid has been a symbol of authenticity, raw sounds and a unique atmosphere, taking clubbing enthusiasts back to the roots of the scene with an authentic clubbing experience focused on musical quality and bringing together a community. The Pyramid World Tour continues this ethos, expanding its influence globally, bringing the energy of…

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Edition Capital (Edition) has acquired Sebastian Mclean International Limited (SMI), a specialist insurance brokerage serving the entertainment sector. SMI has built a strong reputation for delivering tailored insurance solutions to high-profile clients, including Endemol, BAFTA, 19 Entertainment, and Sziget Festival. This acquisition enhances Edition’s ability to provide best-in-class professional services to the entertainment industry by integrating specialist insurance brokerage into its existing suite of venture capital investment, corporate finance, and advisory services. Edition’s Partners bring over 80 years of combined experience in the entertainment industry. Their extensive background includes hands-on management of major entertainment businesses such as 19 Entertainment, Cream…

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The Flamenco Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary with its biggest-ever programme of dance and music across two weeks this summer, from 27 May – 8 June 2025 at Sadler’s Wells Theatre and the Lilian Baylis Studio in Islington and Sadler’s Wells East in Stratford as well as an extended programme of events at King’s Place, the Jazz Cafe and Acosta Dance Centre. Highlights include the UK premieres of shows from ‘the queen of flamenco’ Sara Baras, new work from Manuel Liñán, and performances by Ballet Flamenco de Andalucía, plus a range of music events and artists continuing to evolve the…

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Charli xcx is coming to London in 2025 and she is curating her own festival, party girl. A massive line-up, personally chosen by the brat star, will perform in Victoria Park on Saturday 14 June. Hand-selected artists Gesaffelstein, Jodie Harsh, Magdalena May and Yseult will be joining the star’s electric headline show in East London. They will join previously announced special guests, carefully chosen by Charli xcx: 070 Shake, A.G Cook, Kelly Lee Owens, The Dare and The Japanese House. The two-weekend LIDO Festival, named after Victoria Park’s historic Lido Field, will feature curated musical line-ups alongside community-driven activities during…

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Stornoway venue An Lanntair is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year which is to include a series of specially curated events as part of this year’s HebCelt Festival line up. Focusing on some of the best loved projects produced by the centre over the years, the events will feature an impressive array of artists from the Hebrides and beyond. Opening with Between Islands, which brings together musicians from the Northern and Western Isles, the week will also see performances of Forty/Da Fhichead, which premiered at this year’s Celtic Connections festival in Glasgow, and the flagship project Hebridean Women, which will…

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Fortress Festival, the biggest black metal event in the UK, which will take place on 31 May – 1 June 2025 at Scarborough Spa in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, is now sold out. All available weekend passes and limited day tickets have been snapped up, cementing Fortress Festival as a must-attend event for black metal enthusiasts across the UK and beyond. This sell-out success comes as no surprise given the festival’s exceptional and unique line-up, boasting a host of exclusive performances and international debuts. The event will be headlined by the European Exclusive appearance of legendary Agalloch – the band’s first in…

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Terminal V, Scotland’s leading electronic music festival, will return to Edinburgh’s Royal Highland Centre next month on 19-20 April 2025 with a huge lineup that’s as bold as it is diverse and is packed with international DJ talent. This year’s edition will not only feature some of the biggest names in global techno but also shine a spotlight on 30+ emerging Scottish artists, cementing Terminal V’s commitment to nurturing grassroots talent. In a groundbreaking move, Terminal V is now dedicating significant stage time to homegrown talent, offering a vital platform for over 30 rising stars like Brad Herbert, Case, Chromatic,…

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The Great Escape has unveiled the first keynote and featured speakers for its industry-leading conference, set to take place in Brighton from 14-17 May. From practical workshops to keynote addresses and insights from the some of the most influential voices and businesses in the industry, The Great Escape will once again set the new music agenda for the European music sector this year. In 2025, the program will focus on key topics for modern industry professionals, such as fair compensation, AI, sustainability, UK counterculture, the cost of touring, and how independent artists can create a sustainable career in music. Leading…

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Excitement is building for the fourth edition of the Sidmouth International Jazz and Blues Festival, taking place from Friday 23 May – Monday 26 May 2025. Ticket demand for this year’s festival is expected to be higher than ever, and tickets for the opening evening concert with Soul II Soul on Friday 23 May as well as all-day tickets for performances by Gabrielle, Curtis Stigers, and Eric Bibb between Saturday 24 May and Monday 26 May are on sale now. A limited number of ‘residents’ daytime-only tickets will be available in March through the Sidmouth Tourist Information Centre. These subsidised…

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BEONIX Festival is set to return to Cyprus 19-21 September, bringing a world-class lineup of electronic music talent to the island. Taking place at ETKO in Limassol, BEONIX continues to solidify its reputation as a must-attend event for electronic music lovers. Despite being a relatively young festival – now entering its fourth edition – BEONIX has already made waves in the electronic music industry. After selling out last year for the first time, organisers are raising the bar once again, curating an unforgettable experience with an even bigger and more powerful lineup. Leading this year’s lineup as Main Stage headliners…

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