RockNess described as ‘the most beautiful festival in the world’ returns this weekend, to the picturesque banks of Loch Ness. Here are the monster acts intent on stealing the show.
10. Kevin Bridges - The Glaswegian comedian heralded as ‘the best Scottish stand-up of his generation’ headlines the festival’s new comedy venue, Howard’s End Pub. Bridges will be performing all weekend along with a host of up and coming stand-up talent, for those game for a laugh.
9. Zane Lowe & Annie Mac - Radio 1 DJs, Lowe and Mac will be performing at the Goldenvoice Arena on Saturday night. Mac, is extremely looking forward to her set, she said: “I’m very excited to take Annie Mac Presents up to RockNess, it’s a great chance for everyone to get a little merry drinking cider in the fields.”
8. Grandmaster Flash - The hip hop pioneer brings his unique cutting and mixing DJ style to the festival. The Bronx legend will be residing at the Rizla Arena all weekend, if anyone wants to get a feel of the old skool New York City scene, go down and let the master show you how it’s done.
7. Friendly Fires - The Mercury Prize nominated band from St Albans are taking a break from recording new material to play the main stage on the opening night of the festival. Rumour has it, the quartet are about to embark on a collaboration with Dappy from N-Dubz.
6. Ian Brown - The former Stone Roses front man headlines the main stage on Saturday evening, the same night England kick off their World Cup campaign against the USA. Football fan, Brown, surprisingly isn’t too concerned about missing the match, he admitted: “I’ve never really backed England in anything, if I am being honest. My advice is back Brazil from the start and you’ll be alright. He continued, by revealing his trademark loyalty to Manchester, Brown said: “Now if there was a Republic of Mancunia team playing on Saturday, I’d cancel the gig.” For those wishing to catch the footy, there will be a large screen showing all the weekend’s matches in Charlie’s Bar, on site.
5. Vampire Weekend - Fresh from playing the Coachella festival in California, Ezra Koenig and the rest of the four piece are flying to Scotland for RockNess’ big finale. The laid back New York rockers will be playing highlights from their first album, such as A-Punk and Oxford Comma while giving the UK a taste of their critically acclaimed second album, Contra.
4. Doves - Currently touring their latest album, Kingdom of Rust, the stalwarts of the Manchester music scene will also help draw the festival to a close. They are certain to create a feel good atmosphere with their signature melodies. A rendition of Pounding will prove to be the perfect soundtrack on a beautiful summer’s evening (Weather permitting, of course).
3. Fat Boy Slim - It was one, Norman Cook, who originally created the concept of RockNess and he ‘returns to his spiritual home’ on Friday night to headline the main stage, again. Four years after opening the festival in 2006, Cook holds RockNess close to his heart and he never fails to bring the atmosphere of his Brighton Beach Party to Loch Ness.
2. Blondie - 64-year-old Debbie Harry (yes 64) leads the new wave band into their first RockNess appearance. The American icons will add even more quality to the festival’s closing night, expect a retro rebellious set that will draw the 35,000 strong crowd into a frenzy of synth and attitude reminiscent of the early 80’s.
1. The Strokes - Julian Casablancas & co put their solo projects to one side, reuniting to storm the Sunday evening main stage and bring RockNess to a close. The New Yorkers, playing their first UK festival since 2006, will be accompanied by Blondie, Doves and Vampire Weekend making the main stage such an attractive prospect. Our advice is get down there early, find a good position and prepare for an evening of great music. Plus who knows, you might catch a glimpse of the Loch Ness monster as the sunsets.
RockNess will take place at Clune Farm, Inverness from June 11th to 13th. Go to the website for full listings and news.
Craig Jones
10. Kevin Bridges - The Glaswegian comedian heralded as ‘the best Scottish stand-up of his generation’ headlines the festival’s new comedy venue, Howard’s End Pub. Bridges will be performing all weekend along with a host of up and coming stand-up talent, for those game for a laugh.
9. Zane Lowe & Annie Mac - Radio 1 DJs, Lowe and Mac will be performing at the Goldenvoice Arena on Saturday night. Mac, is extremely looking forward to her set, she said: “I’m very excited to take Annie Mac Presents up to RockNess, it’s a great chance for everyone to get a little merry drinking cider in the fields.”
8. Grandmaster Flash - The hip hop pioneer brings his unique cutting and mixing DJ style to the festival. The Bronx legend will be residing at the Rizla Arena all weekend, if anyone wants to get a feel of the old skool New York City scene, go down and let the master show you how it’s done.
7. Friendly Fires - The Mercury Prize nominated band from St Albans are taking a break from recording new material to play the main stage on the opening night of the festival. Rumour has it, the quartet are about to embark on a collaboration with Dappy from N-Dubz.
6. Ian Brown - The former Stone Roses front man headlines the main stage on Saturday evening, the same night England kick off their World Cup campaign against the USA. Football fan, Brown, surprisingly isn’t too concerned about missing the match, he admitted: “I’ve never really backed England in anything, if I am being honest. My advice is back Brazil from the start and you’ll be alright. He continued, by revealing his trademark loyalty to Manchester, Brown said: “Now if there was a Republic of Mancunia team playing on Saturday, I’d cancel the gig.” For those wishing to catch the footy, there will be a large screen showing all the weekend’s matches in Charlie’s Bar, on site.
5. Vampire Weekend - Fresh from playing the Coachella festival in California, Ezra Koenig and the rest of the four piece are flying to Scotland for RockNess’ big finale. The laid back New York rockers will be playing highlights from their first album, such as A-Punk and Oxford Comma while giving the UK a taste of their critically acclaimed second album, Contra.
4. Doves - Currently touring their latest album, Kingdom of Rust, the stalwarts of the Manchester music scene will also help draw the festival to a close. They are certain to create a feel good atmosphere with their signature melodies. A rendition of Pounding will prove to be the perfect soundtrack on a beautiful summer’s evening (Weather permitting, of course).
3. Fat Boy Slim - It was one, Norman Cook, who originally created the concept of RockNess and he ‘returns to his spiritual home’ on Friday night to headline the main stage, again. Four years after opening the festival in 2006, Cook holds RockNess close to his heart and he never fails to bring the atmosphere of his Brighton Beach Party to Loch Ness.
2. Blondie - 64-year-old Debbie Harry (yes 64) leads the new wave band into their first RockNess appearance. The American icons will add even more quality to the festival’s closing night, expect a retro rebellious set that will draw the 35,000 strong crowd into a frenzy of synth and attitude reminiscent of the early 80’s.
1. The Strokes - Julian Casablancas & co put their solo projects to one side, reuniting to storm the Sunday evening main stage and bring RockNess to a close. The New Yorkers, playing their first UK festival since 2006, will be accompanied by Blondie, Doves and Vampire Weekend making the main stage such an attractive prospect. Our advice is get down there early, find a good position and prepare for an evening of great music. Plus who knows, you might catch a glimpse of the Loch Ness monster as the sunsets.
RockNess will take place at Clune Farm, Inverness from June 11th to 13th. Go to the website for full listings and news.
Craig Jones
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