Nero to join the BML party as more bands announced
Behind the scenes it's been a busy couple of weeks and we're completely stoked to announce the next wave of bands signed up for Bingley Music Live 2012. The line up now includes the exceptional talents of Nero, Kids in Glass Houses, Katzenjammer, Skinny Lister, and King Charles.
Taking to two of our three stages in Myrtle Park between August 31st and 2nd September these latest additions join: DJ Fresh, The Pigeon Detectives, Hard-Fi, The Charlatans, Maverick Sabre, Delilah, The Idiot B*stard Band, StooShe, Yes Sir Boss, Miles & Erica and The Lancashire Hot Pots.
Guaranteed to instill some full-tilt revelry, Nero bring their expansive electronic soundscapes to proceedings on the Main Stage. With three successive singles selected as the `Hottest Record in the World' by Radio 1's Zane Lowe, the London dubstep pioneers are enjoying a meteoric rise. Having recently told the Wall Street Journal that dubstep is, "almost the new rock... we sort of feel like rockstars now," you can expect nothing less than a blindingly awesome performance.
Also on the Main Stage, energetic Welsh rock band, Kids in Glass Houses bring their blazing guitars to Bingley. Having charted three top 30 albums in four years, this relentless five-piece serve up a heady mix of monster riffs, hook-laden anthems and sing-along choruses; all delivered at maximum volume.
Delivering sets on both the Main and the Raise the Roof stages are the all-female Norwegian four-piece, Katzenjammer. Famed for mixing musical genres and switching instruments at a frenzied pace, their sets includes as many as 25 different instruments. Their latest album A Kiss Before You Go follows three years on the road and is shaped by multiple influences all wrapped up with Katzenjammer's distinct character.
Bolstering the folkie vibe on the Raise the Roof stage are Skinny Lister. This eclectic, earthy sounding five-piece group has truly blossomed into something exceptional after a period of extensive touring. Their live performances deliver a galvanized, singular sound. Fronted by Yorkshire-born songwriter Dan Heptinstall and saucy female vocalist Lorna Thomas, gigs are a riot of sound and fun. So prepare to be infected by their jovial, foot stomping, high kicking free for all.
Vibrant psyche-inflected folk-popster King Charles has been proclaimed `too cool for the charts' by the Guardian. Having toured with Laura Marling, Noah and the Whale and Mumford and Sons, the classically trained cellist, chorister and winner of an International Songwriting Competition, is set to release his debut album Loveblood on 7th May. We're waiting in eager anticipation to see what all the fuss is about.
Big Heart, Big Sounds
Now in its 6th year, Bingley Music Live has firmly established itself on the festival circuit; consistently impressing audiences and performers alike with its intimate, friendly atmosphere and professional organisation. The chance to really get up close and personal to your favourite bands is one of the event's stand-out features and means that festival goers can eagerly anticipate getting to the heart of the action.
This year as well as the Main Stage and improvements to the Raise the Roof stage, we're introducing of a new, third stage. Organised in association with the Musicians Centre it provides a dedicated platform for local, unsigned talent. Bands can apply online http://musicianscentre.com/bml. The closing date for applications is Monday 7th May.
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“Bingley Music Live has established itself as a cheaper, more family-friendly alternative to the giant Leeds” - The Guardian
In just six years, Bingley Music Live has risen from humble beginnings to a festival that is nationally heralded as one of the UK’s major festivals. The event is largely funded by Bradford Council and is organised by a small team with a great deal of love and passion for music, making the festival one of the most memorable in the UK for bands and audiences alike.
Sell-out crowds for the past three years have enjoyed rip-roaring performances from bands such as Chase and Status, Maximo Park, Feeder, James, The Enemy, Public Image Ltd, Seasick Steve, Editors, Calvin Harris, Doves, Fun Lovin’ Criminals as well as breaking acts such as Wretch 32, Eliza Doolittle, Example, Professor Green, V.V. Brown and Kassidy.
Feedback from bands and festival-goers is always incredibly positive and the media seem unable to hold back the love! “The small Yorkshire town of Bingley may be an unlikely home for a major pop festival” - The Guardian, but the town’s Myrtle Park and beautiful surroundings is much talked about by the bands as is the high standard of production, friendliness and professional organisation.
Bingley Music Live (BML) is also an ardent advocate of local talent giving bands from the region the opportunity to perform on the same bill as nationally and internationally acclaimed artists.
There's plenty for festival-goers to enjoy, including a the special family area, side shows, kids zone, and workshops. We have also signed up to the ‘Attitude is everything’ disabled charter. And with a daily capacity for 16,000, BML is one of the few remaining intimate festivals on the circuit. Professionally run, it attracts seasoned festival goers and first timers alike, drawing them into the stunning surroundings of Myrtle Park with the sole purpose of having a great time.
“I’d never heard of (the festival) before and I was quite surprised; I thought it was a small festival then when we got here and we see thousands upon thousands of people; we thought this is the real deal. I mean, we do this for a living and we go around the world playing festivals. This one, I swear, it’s second to none.”
Benji Webbe–Skindred
BML VIP tickets
For those who want to get really close to the action or simply enjoy the luxury of exclusive treatment in Festival surroundings, then the BML VIP ticket is a must have for you! Tickets include; priority onsite parking on arrival - so you jump the crowds, jump the queues and you’re straight up to the front and stepping out into the VIP area and main stage. Escorted back stage festival tour - 4 at a time you’ll have the chance to feel and learn about what it’s like to be a real rock star. Up close and very personal! A chance in a life time to View a performance live from the on- stage viewing balcony (terms and conditions apply and are subject to performers contracts and meeting all health and safety conditions), A delicious festival hamper including half a bottle of wine per person, soft drink, and tea or coffee, and finally use of the VIP members bar and facilities, including luxury loos and special VIP festival pass and goodie bag!
Ticket Price £250pp per day Fri/Sat or Sun
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