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The Summer Breeze Open Air festival taking place August 13-16 in Dinkelsbühl, Germany.

Go visit one of the best Summer festivals and see BORN FROM PAIN, FLESHCRAWL, HAIL OF BULLETS, LAY DOWN ROTTEN, NEAERA and PRIMORDIAL. More bands to be announced soon! Many other bands are confirmed by now, for a full list surf over to the Summer Breeze site. <http://www.summer-breeze.de/site.php>
metalblade.de <http://www.metalblade.de/> | MySpace.com - Metal Blade Records Europe - DE - Metal / Death Metal / Hardcore - www.myspace.com/metalbladeeurope <http://www.myspace.com/metalbladeeurope>

Britains premier Heavy Metal open air festival has started to post their itinary: (BLOODSTOCK OF COURSE)
BAND LINE UP
OPETH,DIMMU BORGIR ,HELLOWEEN,AT THE GATES,
SOILWORK,PRIMAL FEAR,MOONSORROW,KATAKLYSM,TYR,SWALLOW THE SUN,ELUVEITIE,COMMUNIC,EVILE,


MORE BANDS TO BE ANNOUNCED ………….check out the news feeds section here for the latest updates as they come.



The Bloodstock Open air festival established in 2005 was to bring a wider choice of metal bands to the UK and a greater diversity of metal to fans.

Rock3 took a visit to the second ever Bloodstock in 2002.. for this ancient review take a read here:

RedGorilla Music Fest

RedGorilla Music Fest launched five years ago as the DreamScapers Artist Showcase and has grown each year under that name. In 2007, over 200 artists participated in shows at venues on 6th Street in Austin, Texas. In 2008, the event will host over 300 bands and solo artists; still its mission remains the same: to promote up-and-coming independent music in all genres and help independent artists further their careers. RedGorilla showcases will take place from Wednesday, March 12, to Sunday, March 16, in clubs on 6th Street, right in the heart of all the action. The event continues to be a “No Badge Required” event. It is free to attend and is open to the general public.

08/03/08 - PL - Katowice - Spodek Hall Metalmania Metal Mania Festival
28/03/08 - DE - Lichtenfels - Stadthalle Ragnarök Festival 2008 Ragnarök Festival
29/03/08 - DE - Osnabrück - N8 Burningstage Concerts Tomahawk Festival
11/04/08 - GR - Thessaloniki – Eightball
12/04/08 - GR - Athens – Underworld
26/06/08 - NO - Tromøya - Hove Festival http://www.hovefestival.com/
27/06/08 - EE - Vana Vigala - Hard Rock Laager 2008 Hard Rock Laager
28/06/08 - FI - Helsinki - Tuska Open Air TUSKA OPEN AIR 2008
06/07/08 - DE - Roitzschjora - With Full Force With Full Force - Summer Open Air Open Air
18/07/08 - DE - Neukirchen-Vluyn - Dong Open Air DONG OPEN AIR - 18. & 19. Juli 2008
31/07-02/08/08 - DE - Wacken - Wacken Open Air W:O:A - Wacken Open Air : INTRO
14-15/08/08 - DE - Dinkelsbühl - Summer Breeze Open Air http://www.summer-breeze.de/

EVERGREY, EXPEDITION DELTA and INNERWISH have been confirmed for the Castle Festival, set to take place July 1-5 in Smederevo Fortress, Serbia.
The festival billing is shaping up as follows:
JUDAS PRIEST
AVANT
ASIA
HELLOWEEN
LORDIAT
THE GATESSODOM
SOILWORK
EVERGREY
ENSIFERUM
DISMEMBER
SATURNUS
MANTICORA
SYBREED
SECRET SPHERE
INNERWISH
BOMBARDER
DRACONIC
TOXICDEATH
CONSECRATION
EXPEDITION
DELTA
The is project started by Srdjan Brankovic (ALOGIA, PSYCHOPARADOX). Guest musicians on the group's debut album — which is being released via ProgRock Records — include Gary Wehrkamp (SHADOW GALLERY), Andrea De Paoli (LABYRINTH), Rene Merkelbach, Richard Andersson, Erik Norlander, Joost van den Broek (AFTER FOREVER), Sabine Edelsbacher (EDENBRIDGE), Torsten Roehre, Santiago Dobles, Alex Argento, Mikkel Henderson and Vivien Lalu. Now what is especially exciting about this is that Gary W. and DC Cooper are going to join Srdjan and play some Amaran's Plight tunes and Shadow Gallery tunes.
This might be your only chance to see these done live, but unfortunately it is in Serbia, but if that is close to you, you should mark your calendar.

Music:
Once again an eclectic blend of dub, world, ska, electronica, dub-step, psy trance, breaks, reggae, folk, Balkan beats and all manner of stompingly good tunes from rising stars, established favourites and surprise collaborations, living up to Sunrise’s shining musical reputation.
So Far Confirmed lineup:

The Dub Pistols
westlondon hiphop breakbeat ska funksters who have been at the forefront of the UK beats seen for nearly a decade Chewing up hip-hop, dub, techno, ska and punk and spitting them out in a renegade futuristic skank they have consistently defied categorisation and exceeded the highest of expectations.
MySpace.com - Dub Pistols - West London, UK - Hip Hop / Breakbeat / Ska - www.myspace.com/thedubpistols

The Beat
Legendry Ska reggae ensemble with global influences and a 3 decade history!
MySpace.com - The New English Beat - Birmingham, UK - Ska / Reggae / Pop - www.myspace.com/thenewenglishbeat

Mancini
A electro-pop trio from London. Fronted by femme fatal Iraina, Mancini have a vibe that oozes style and charm. Ultra smooth vocals are brought to life with ragged guitars and electronic experimentation - the results are classic but original, cutting-edge yet of its time. Mancini aim to seduce and seduce they do!
MySpace.com - Mancini - London, UK - Electronica / Alternative / Pop - www.myspace.com/manciniband

Annie Nightingale Radio 1 DJ
Annie Nightingale, Radio 1's first female DJ, is now its longest serving DJ and is generally described by others as legendary. She is nowadays known as 'Queen of Breaks'. This year she has won the International Breakspoll Award for Best Radio show for the second year running, was nominated in the 2007 Sony Radio Awards' Broadcasters' Broadcaster Award, and this year has also has been nominated for an Outstanding Contribution Award in DJ Magazine's Best Of British Awards.
MySpace.com - dj annie nightingale - London UK, UK - Breakbeat / Electronica - www.myspace.com/djannienightingale

Orchid Star
Lush and colourful electronica with a strong world music influence – Indian, Arabic, Celtic, African and more - fused with everything from psychedelic chill and dub to drum & bass and funk.
MySpace.com - Orchid-Star - London - Electronica / Psychedelic / Other - www.myspace.com/peteardronsorchidstar

Subsource
This is a band like no other you have ever encountered. Go to a Subsource performance and you will be greeted by four nutcases laying down the most insane concoction of electro and breakbeat with frenetic punk rock energy. The sound of Subsource inspires comparison to The Prodigy, Basement Jaxx and Reprazent - and their stage shows have to be seen to be believed.
MySpace.com - Subsource - UK - Breakbeat / Electronica - www.myspace.com/subsource

3 Daft Monkeys
World influenced acoustic music, with a hint of the bizarre! From Cornwall, 3 Daft Monkeys combine rousing vocals, frenetic fiddling, rhythmical 12-string guitar, dancing bass and foot drum.
MySpace.com - 3 Daft Monkeys - UK - Acoustic / Alternative / Folk - www.myspace.com/3daftmonkeys

Also...
Yes SIR BOSS – SHEELANAGIG - Jono Mckleery band
SWEET SWEET LIES - Rachel Dadd - BONZE - FOLK STOMPERS
Lazy Habits - King Porter Stomp - The Common Moral Cause
Freedom of Expression - Queen's English
Sarah Williams White - L-Mo - Works In progress
Tribal Vibes - Positive Vibrations - ZeJ - Masdafarai

We are confirming some more exciting acts soon so keep checking the website!

One of last years acts The Ozric Tentacles, with their original line up are presently launching their Live At Sunrise DVD!

Joining Dreadzone who recorded a live album at Sunrise 2006!

The Stages
More than 12 stages in 13 arenas providing 24 hour entertainment from more than 200 live bands and 100 DJ’s over 4 days!

The Sunrise Main
The Firefly Solar Stage
The Waveform Dance
The Eartheart Enchanted Chill
Cats Cradle
Bimble Inn
The Out of the Ordinary Stage
The Circus and Cabaret Stage
Triban
Sanger’s travelling stage
The Freedome
The Roots and Culture Stage
Fish Seeks Bicycle Bar

The Arenas
The areas make an exciting medley of experiences and are listed below..
Each year the content will flux and change, evolving to bring you exciting new addition alongside some of the Sunrise favourite so the content is an exciting cross section of alternative culture and a range of experiences from titillating to world rocking!
The 12 arenas are laid out in a giant mandala around a central point. Making 13 arenas in total.

Waveform Arena, Feat. Eartheart Enchanted Chill
Brought to you from Sunrise’s sister the Waveform Project. Featuring the Waveform Dance Stage, with Psy Trance and Breaks in an amazing visual wonderland, hosted by Tribe of Frog and Archangel Breaks The Eartheart Enchanted Chill and stage, including down tempo electronica, dub step and world fusion and an amazing display of Visionary Art.

Roots and Culture
'Roots and Culture' will be an area that aims to bridge the gap between elements of the urban youth culture and conscious ethics, showcasing the best of the underground arts scene. Expect green graffiti, breakdancing, capoeira, wordplay wizardry with the professional and open poetry slams, the best of beatbox tomfoolery and the most stomping of holistic hiphop, dub, and reggae acts.

The Global Tipi Village
A circle of Tipis with a taste of the tribal from around the world. Workshops, ceremonies and performance including ethnobotony, anthropology, indigenous peoples and much more. With sweat lodge, stage, rainbow chai tipi, fireside bahjans and much more

Circus and Cabaret
Flamboyant shows with aerial performance, side shows, fire shows, cabaret, dress-up debauchery and rumbumptious sculdugery and much more.

The Village Fayre
Paying tribute to the age-old traditional village fayre with a surreal edge, Adult Games, Morris dancers, Horse-drawn wagons with fortune telling, brica brac, Cream teas and Sanger’s traveling stage, and bandstand.

Out of the Ordinary
Earth mysteries and esoterica, with talks, workshops, and a fairy folk poetry and mead bar. The latest mind boggling mysteries, coincidences, new age innovation and Astrology, with workshops from Jonathan Cainer, famous astrologer as seen in the Daily Mail. Plus Astrological Speed dating!!!

Permaculture and Sustainable Technologies
Practical info on living in harmony with the earth, with workshops, permaculture garden, and information sharing.

Green Innovations
Showcasing the exciting new technologies emerging at this time that could revolutionise the way we live. And the Cats Cradle live music Stage..

Kids Village
Each area contains activities for kids, but this one dedicated to children will provide all that both parents and kids could ask for. With a fun vibe that means parents enjoy being there too! Featuring dedicated activities for toddlers, children and teens.

Green Crafts
Magical folk crafts, weaving nature into amazing forms. Stone carving, willow weaving, forest crafts, blacksmithing and more

Healing Sanctuary
Nurturing mind body and soul, cafes, gardens, gong baths, individual practitioners to visit and workshops on health and healing.

Campaigns and Communities
A social forum for discussion of contemporary issues and solutions. Stall space for individual campaigns, and forums, talks and performance. Includes the Charityzone.


New announcements will be made on the website soon...
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Subject to the usual licenses etc Hawkfest 2008 will take place in East Devon on the weekend of 25 - 28 July.


Tickets will be on sale soon and will be limited to 1000.


These will be allocated on a first come first served basis, but if you want to ensure you get a ticket, we are accepting pre-registration from today.


All you need to do is send an e-mail to hawkfest2008@hawkwind.com and supply the following details…


Name:

Address:

Hawkwind Passport Number:

Contact telephone number:

Email address:

Number of tickets required:

Number of children… (As usual, children 12 and under will be admitted free when accompanied by a ticket holder.)

Individual day tickets are NOT available. Hawkwind passport holders can buy tickets for their friends and family, these are called 'visa tickets'. Visa ticket holders must arrive with the registered Hawkwind passport holder. HW Passports can be requested when you order your tickets.

There will be NO tickets available on the gate.


We'll be keeping you updated of developments as and when they happen….Also lookout for a very exciting competition we'll be launching in conjunction with this years event.

Best wishes…..The Hawkfest team.

HAWKWIND DVD

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Nick Turner review

First Headliner Announced for Bestival 2008
Plus 5th birthday shenanigans and a line up that’s gonna rock your socks off!
My Bloody Valentine to Headline Friday Night
English festival exclusive
Plus:
Aphex Twin (English festival exclusive), The Breeders, CSS, George Clinton & Funkadelic / Parliament, Gary Numan, The Human League (exclusive two performance concert), Pendulum (live), Jamie Lidell, 808 State (live), Foals, Lee Scratch Perry, Baaba Mal, Jeffrey Lewis, The Wedding Present, Metronomy, The Cuban Brothers, The Count & Sinden, Sebastien Tellier, Transglobal Underground, Two Gallants, King Creosote, Chas & Dave, Kitty Daisy & Lewis, dan le sac Vs Scroobius Pip, Grand National, Ladyhawke, Ebony Bones, Joe Lean And The Jing Jang Jong, The Duke Spirit, Teenagers, Crystal Castles, Ox Eagle Lion Man, These New Puritans, Tawiah, Red Snapper, Jon Hopkins, Let's Wrestle, Little Dragon, Subway, Imperial Leisure, Gideon Conn, Zombie Zombie, George Pringle, Subgiant, The Restaurant, Cage The Elephant, Vessels, The Ghost, Peter von Poehl, St Vincent, F*ck Buttons, Drew, Micah P Hinson, Fleet Foxes, FM Belfast, Christopher D Ashley, Sportsday Megaphone, Kid Carpet, Bastila & much more coming soon...

Plus DJs:
DJ Yoda, Layo & Bushwacka!, Annie Mac, Slam, Rob da Bank, Mark Moore, DJ Hype, Bailey, TC, Sub Focus, Chase & Status, Kevin Rowland, Yuksek, Touché, Digital Mystikz with Sgt Pokes, Loefah, Kode 9 & Space Ape, Freestylers, DJ Derek, Sombrero Sound System…

And many more acts to be announced shortly…

Tickets On Sale Now!
Our much anticipated September summer fest Bestival returns once again to the Isle of Wight’s picturesque Robin Hill Country Park on the 5, 6, 7th September 2008, for another rip-roaring feast of merriment, mirth and musical treats. Expect frolicking aplenty as we dress up to boogie on down for our 5th mind-blowing spectacular. Exhibiting more than a touch of his famed good taste, Bestival curator Rob da Bank, has excelled himself once again with a truly stratospheric line-up of musical legends and super-hot scene setters.

The undisputed kings of ethereal dream-pop, My Bloody Valentine, will be headlining the main stage on the Friday night for their only English festival appearance this year. With their famed incandescent wall-of-sound and tremulous grooves creating a uniquely powerful live experience, My Bloody Valentine’s return after more than 15 years is highly anticipated and their headline set is sure to mark yet another magical moment in Bestival’s burgeoning folklore.

As if that alone wasn’t enough to whet your appetite for this year’s festival feast, electronic enigma Aphex Twin will be unleashing his West Country wizardry for an English festival exclusive headlining the Big Top. Whether he’s bathing the crowd in the analogue bubbles of his pioneering acid techno, or selecting his revered ambient works, one thing is for sure, you can always expect the unexpected from Mr. Richard D James.

We are also massively thrilled that living legend George Clinton & Funkadelic / Parliament will be landing their mothership at Robin Hill to make their Bestival debut! One of music’s true originals, George will be laying down some booty shaking psychedelic p-funk to bring one festival under a groove.

And it doesn’t stop there, other acts confirmed so far for Bestival 2008 include Brazilian septet CSS, lead by the irrepressible Lovefoxxx, who are certain to rock the Bestival faithful, headlining the Big Top on Friday, with their ever infectious blend of indie rock and electro. Original electro-pop pioneers The Human League will be playing their classic Dare! album in its entirety in the Big Top before treating the crowd to a full on hits set on the main stage on Saturday and the nostalgia factor will be well and truly ramped-up a main stage set from synth-punk godfather Gary Numan.

The cutting edge is catered for by the DIY stylings of Ebony Bones, Foals, dan le sac Vs Scroobius Pip, Sportsday Megaphone, Christopher D Ashley and the arcade assault of Crystal Castles. Also making appearances will be the live drum ‘n’ bass juggernaut of Pendulum, plus jangling indie legends The Wedding Present, Kim Deal’s tour-de-force The Breeders, the soul-tronica of Jamie Lidell, a live set from Acid House pioneers 808 State, Worldbeat marvel Baaba Mal, the first lord of Reggae Lee 'Scratch' Perry, Gallic love machine Sebastien Tellier, a right old cockney knees-up from Chas & Dave and Transglobal Underground’s ethno-techno. And, of course, the joy of Bestival will be spread by our dear Main stage hosts The Cuban Brothers, as the mighty Miguel and his merry men keep the party spirit alive and kicking all weekend.

There will also be the very welcome return of the BBC Introducing… stage which will be showcasing a host of up-and-coming bands. Including: Joe Lean And The Jing Jang Jong, The Duke Spirit, Teenagers, Tawiah, F*ck Buttons, Cage The Elephant, Ladyhawke, Metronomy, Ox Eagle Lion Man, These New Puritans, Lets Wrestle, Little Dragon, Imperial Leisure, Gideon Conn, Zombie Zombie, George Pringle, Subgiant, The Restaurant, Vessels, The Ghost, Peter Von Poehl, St Vincent, Fleet Foxes and Six Nation State.


Bestival wouldn’t be complete without some of our favourite acts from previous years, including the incomparable DJ Yoda, the retro rock n roll of Kitty Daisy & Lewis, BBC Radio 1's lovely Annie Mac, the sublime Grand National, the kiddy disco-punk of Kid Carpet, the legend that is DJ Derek, chief Dexy Kevin Rowlands and the Isle of Wight’s own Bastila.

But it’s not just the music that makes Bestival special – we’ll be opening a Pandora’s box of tantalizing treats including our Bollywood cocktail bar, Jestival comedy and spoken word tent, Farmers market, secret stages and Kids Area. Bestival isn’t just a stunning music festival, it’s a 3-day wonderland of outlandish adventure and unparalleled escapism. Unlike any other festival experience around, the eye-catching adornments and magical mood throughout the fields of fun offer up endless pleasures, where fancy dress is the norm and tea and cake is always a good idea.

Head on over to Bestival - our newly refreshed and updated website - for loads more info and to check out the new Josie da Bank animations!

Bestival 2008 Tickets available now from:
Ticketline - Ticketline :: Concert Tickets and Gig Guide for Events / 08700 667753 (24 hr)
Red Funnel - Red Funnel - Bestival 2008 / 0844 844 9988 (inc Ferry Packages)
Wightlink - Bestival Music Festival on the Isle of Wight with Isle of Wight Ferries - Wightlink / 0871 376 1000 (inc Ferry Packages)
Lastminute - lastminute.com: hotels, holidays, flights, travel and entertainment at the last minute.

Bestival 2008 Ticket prices:
Adult Weekend Tickets - £130
Age 13 to 15 Child Weekend Tickets - £65
Age 12 & Under Child Weekend Tickets – FREE (ticket required)
Campervan Tickets - £50 (per vehicle)

NB:
All Under 18s must be accompanied by a Ticket holding parent or guardian over the age of 21. And one ticket holding parent or guardian can only accompany up to 4 people under the age of 18.

ANNOUNCING MYFEST, NORTH WEALD AIRFIELD, MAY 3/4/5 2008
MyFest© is a festival for real music fans. It is about raw energy and raw talent, not soulless acts on corporate stages feeding the money hungry fat cats. (There are enough of those festivals already) MyFest features well over 100 acts over 3 days for £49+booking fee. It will be an awesome event, with more new talent and raw musical energy than ten years of 'corporate' festivals. 3 stages, free camping, and even clean toilets and showers, for under £50 for the (Bank Holiday) weekend of May 3/4/5 2008. The venue is North Weald Airfield, (near Harlow) just 20 miles from Central London, and 5 miles from Epping Central Line Underground station.

XFM are showcasing 40 bands from XFM Uploaded, on the XFM Uploaded/Broccoli Music Stage. XFM are major champions of new music, and we are delighted to be working with them to give the festival fan an event which truly addresses the real issues around today's festivals.


"Without the constant energy and relentless reinvention of unsigned talent, the whole industry would be forced to concede that the only way to spend a weekend is to watch Saturday nights parade of karaoke casualties, so when the chance to support a real musical event comes along its time to stand up and be counted"
Jon Brookes - The Charlatans


After years of overpriced food and drink, expect quality food at sensible prices. Camping (from 7am Saturday 3rd May) is included in the ticket price, as is car parking, and the event programme. When the legends who are Ocean Colour Scene heard about MyFest, they decided that they just had to be involved in an event committed to furthering the careers of upcoming unsigned and indie bands. OCS have been invited to appear as 'special guests' and will perform a unique set on Sunday evening. Steve Craddock is flying home from a European tour with Paul Weller, just to perform at the festival. Musically, the festival includes many bands that will be on everyone's Myspace profile in the future. Across genres the festival has sourced the hottest bands and performers, and giving them the chance to play to fans from all over the UK, on a festival stage.

More details at NAS Events presents MyFest 2008 or call 01279 72 52 52


A number of other acts have yet to be confirmed and have requested that they not be mentioned by name in any information released in advance of their being contracted. We will update as and when negotiations are finalised.

MyFest is a truly ‘boutique’ festival, with no more than 5000 visitors in the event arena at any time.

Tickets are available from NAS Events presents MyFest 2008, and will be available from 1/3/08 at Trinity St. - Total Music Marketing , Xfm Uploaded , NME.COM - The world's fastest music news service, music videos, interviews, photos and free stuff to win or ::: BROCCOLI MUSIC::: .

The lineup below, which is still subject to addition/change is for information, and includes several acts and artists to be confirmed. They are clearly identified, and separate release will follow as they or others are confirmed.

Saturday Lineup includes
The Metros TBC
The Thirst
The Displacements
Rosalita
Koopa
My Awesome Compilation
Area 15
Catch-It Kebabs
Weightloss
Smaller Than You
Skatch
Second Smile
The World On Fire
Little Victories
Lost Without Cause
Raging Speedhorn
Your Demise
12 Gauge Alliance
None The Less
Annotations Of An Autopsy
Lower Than Atlantis
The Rodeo Plan
Never Means Maybe
Last Stop Chinatown
1000 Hertz
The Eyes Of A Traitor
Trial Of Fifty
Hatcham Social
Joana And The Wolf
No Picasso
Molloy
Kidcoda Sounds
LR Rockets
Flame On
Buster Shuffle
Jag
De Shamonix
Munroes
The Mosaics
Sam Isaac(tbc)

Sunday Lineup includes
Ocean Colour Scene
We Are The Ocean
Miss Conduct
Paige
Parka
The Mazeband
My Last Mistake
Flamboyant Bella
The Debuts
The Bleeps
Attila The Stockbroker
Fandangle
The JB Conspiracy
Over And Out
Frog Stupid
Eternal Lord
Azriel
Burn Down Rome
Emily Rose
Many Things Untold
First Signs Of Frost
Forever Never
Fell Silent
Seven Year Kismet
My Minds Weapon
Synopsis
Miahope
Rules Of The Sea
Haunting Of Leica
The Others
The Skallywags
Polka Party
The Veez
Sol Devious
Plastic Passion
The Marlas
Halagoogoo
The Delanies
Rosie Oddie And The Odd Squad
The Astral James
Heroes And Idols

Monday Lineup includes
The Courteeners TBC
The Arcadian Kicks
The Broadcast
4ft Fingers
Short Warning
From Plan To Progress
Failsafe
My Passion
Steer Clear
Exit Avenue
Kids Can’t Fly
Walk Don’t Walk
Members Of Me
Devil Sold His Soul
Fei Comodo
Viatrophy
Postmortem Promises
Icarus Tide
This Is Colour
Bury Tomorrow
April Dead
Evita
My Cross To Bare
The Abner
Without Thought
The Mourning After
Trash Fashion
The Far Cries
Public Service Announcers
The Krak
The Toy Guns
Dirty Electric
The Bikinis
The Collectable Few
The Idle Lovers
The Fatels
Mozzy Green

ROCK3 SAYS THIS IS A FANTASTIC LINEUP....

PRESS RELEASE: CAPSULE ANNOUNCE ADDITIONS TO SUPERSONIC FESTIVAL 2008 LINE-UP

Capsule are ecstatic to announce more additions to the already stellar line-up for this year's Supersonic Festival - to be held at The Custard Factory in Digbeth, Birmingham.

Just added to the bill are GRAVETEMPLE featuring the living legend that is JULIAN COPE with STEPHEN O"MALLEY of SUNN 0))) fame, OREM OMBARCHI and ATTILA CSIHAR from MAYHEM! Also confirmed are ASVA, featuring Stuart Dahlquist (SUNN/GOATSNAKE/BURNING WITCH), TREY SPURANCE (Mr BUNGLE) and EDGY 59 (legendary vocalist from BURNING WITCH) who return to our shores for their first shows in two years, and an OSAKA INVASION in the form of DJ SCOTCH EGG, OVE NAXX and a load of other Japanese reprobates.

They join: BATTLES, HARVEY MILK, EFTERKLANG, HARMONIA, NOXAGT, EARTH, WOODEN SHJIPS, THRONES, OXBOW, JUSTICE YELDMAN, DALEK, ORTHODOX, BLACK SUN, THE OWL SERVICE, MAX TUNDRA, MAGNETAPHONE, PCM, EINSTELLUNG and GUAPO.

Tickets go on sale at the beginning of April from Welcome to TicketWeb!.

Please stay tuned for more developments, confirmed line-ups and running orders.

Since 1999 Capsule has been instrumental in the transformation of Birmingham, Britain's Second City, from a cultural backwater to one of the most important ports-of-call on the international experimental music circuit . Champions of all things across the avant-garde spectrum, Capsule present a year-round programme of live music, events and exhibitions.

FESTIVAL OF THE YEAR 2007 - Plan B Magazine

http://www.capsule.org.uk/Supersonic

For further info/images please contact Lisa Meyer info@capsule.org.uk
+441212482252




"Of this welter of well organised, wisely curated festivals (ATP, Faster Than Sound, Sonar, Greenman) perhaps the best organised and most wisely curated was Supersonic. Plotted by Birmingham promoters Capsule, 2007's Supersonic inhabited the nexus where metal, folk and noise met."


Louis Pattison Plan B Magazine


"The Custard Factory is a typical Birmingham name, typical in its self deprecating frankness. The city of Birmingham, although the second largest in the UK, has always had more of an inferiority complex than a chip on its shoulder. Hard to love architecturally despite a recent makeover of its city centre, it feels like a city shambling ruefully on - the West Midlands accent of its citizens considered inherently risible - its hopes of civic prestige some way south of the horizon. And yet, as Supersonic once again demonstrates, Birmingham has shown itself in recent years to be far from the "cultural wilderness" this writer once offhandedly described the city as."

David Stubbs The Wire


"The finest thing in all Birmingham, avant-garde noise fest Supersonic fits more great music into. a day and a bit than ye Avalon fields of Glastonbury manage in the average decade."

Duncan Bell Bizarre Magazine


"The shared enthusiasm of artists and audience at SuperSonic 07 demonstrated that Capsule have struck a (lung-vibrating and low frequency) chord with the community they have brought together. This hunger for the unknown and sonically forbidden, leads us to wonder: what surprises could the next SuperSonic bring?"

David Thair BBC Collective

"Supersonic offered a refreshingly independent blast of black-clad minimal metal, drone rock, and avant-electronica. And was far more fun than that sounds. As a festival, Supersonic sits somewhere between Sonar by Day and a reviews page of Wire magazine brought to life."

Rod Stanley Dazed Magazine

"As British music festivals go, Birmingham's annual Supersonic event is the best kind of mixed musical bag, a dizzying assortment of avant rock textures and Heavy Metal thunder on a bill which swings from the sublime to the ridiculous without once seeming ostentatiously eclectic. Not only is the music consistently better than that of most UK weekenders, the atmosphere is equally enticing, making this the perfect festival for people who 'wouldn't normally do this kind of thing'.The organisers of Supersonic deserve credit for joining the dots between the cerebral pleasures of the avant garde and the primal pull of planet rock, striking a delicate balance between chin-stroking and headbanging few other British events bother to attempt. There's a kind of straightforward karma at work here, the thought and care invested in making this event a worthwhile experience for all involved guarantees good word of mouth, and this in turn ensures its survival. One would like to think that Supersonic could provide a good example to the UK's ailing - in terms of quality, rather than lucrativeness - festival circuit."


The Wire 2006