Colin Irwin, Journalist, Author and AFO Supporter Has Died

We're saddened to hear that author and journalist, Colin Irwin, died suddenly on 4th November. A reguular interviewer of stars at Association of Festival Organiser (AFO) Conferences, their General Secretary, Steve Heap writes: "…the guest...

CM.com Release Future of Live Music Report

CM.com, a leading customer engagement platform, has launched a brand new report summarising the results from a nationwide, representative survey looking at the shifting attitudes and behaviours of live music fans in the UK....


Oxford & Lincoln Set For New New Music Fest in February

Brand new music festival Beam Me Up has put together a mouthwatering line up of the hottest new bands around for its inaugural outing in Lincoln (10 February) and Oxford (11 February 2022).  Coach Party,...

AIF Announce John Rostron as New CEO at 2022 AGM

John Rostron has been appointed as the new CEO of the Association of Independent Festivals. The appointment was announced today during AIF’s 2022 AGM, with Rostron officially beginning his tenure on November 18 following a...

Power Logistics Expand Into Europe

Sustainable event power specialist, Power Logistics, has announced plans for its expansion into Europe.  The first stage of this development programme is the establishment of a permanent base in Cork, Ireland.   In order to...

Reggae Land Grows in 2023 To The Milton Keynes National Bowl

The UK Festival Award 'Best New Festival' Shortlisted Reggae Land 2023 is set to be bigger and better as it moves to the legendary Milton Keynes National Bowl. Taking place on 5th and 6th...

MetaFests and Vatom partner to Launch UK Festivals ‘Digital Lanyard’

MetaFests, the UK-based Web3 specialist for festivals, has partnered with leading US-based Web3 technology platform Vatom, to launch ‘Digital Lanyard’. The collaboration gives organisers instant, year-long fan engagement and enhanced monetisation powers. ‘Digital Lanyard’ is...

John Probyn Joins Solotech

Solotech, the suppliers of audiovisual and entertainment technology, has announced the appointment of John Probyn as Head of Business Development in Europe for the Live Productions Division. This new position is an important milestone towards...

NASS Drops 2023 Initial Line-Up

The annual celebration of music, street art, skate and BMX, NASS festival today announces the first drop of artists for 2023. NASS will be back at the Bath and West Showground from 6 -...

ESNS 2023 Conference: first panels & speakers announced

The first panels, keynotes and speakers for the ESNS (Eurosonic Noorderslag) conference have been announced. A diverse range of topics will be presented in the panels and keynotes, ranging from the current developments in...