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2012 - LIVE MUSIC
zane lowe
We are delighted to announce that Zane Lowe will be headlining RugbyRocks London 2012!! One of the most successful DJs of the last ten years will bring his unique style to the main stage on Saturday 26th May at RugbyRocks.
Multi award winning Zane Lowe started his TV career at MTV in 1999 with “Brand New”, then went onto present MTV2’s weekly flagship show “Gonzo” interviewing the biggest names in Music including Paul McCartney, REM and the Foo’s to name a few. Zane also presents his own specialist show on BBC Radio 1 Monday to Thursday evenings from 7-9pm where he plays only the best new cutting edge music around and is responsible for breaking some of the biggest artists in the world.
benji boko (DJ)
Benji is a quality DJ and performer who got noticed by many when he guided 17,000 revellers into the New Year at the London O2 arena alongside Deadmau5, Justice and Calvin Harris. He will be bringing his unique skills on Saturday 26th May at RugbyRocks London - and we are very excited about it!!
GOLDIEROCKS (DJ)
Goldierocks is Sam Hall - International DJ, thetrical performaer and TV/Radio Broadcaster. Sam sepnds her time invading festivals and after-parties all over the world. Sam has performed at Ibiza Rocks, Glastonbury and V Festival to name a few.
Sam will be performing a set on Saturday 26th at RugbyRocks - getting the party started on our main stage!
mark butcher
Former England Cricket captain, Mark recorded his debut album, 'Songs from the Sun House', in 2008 which included the outstanding track ‘Put some soul into it’ and ‘You’re never gone’, a tribute to former teammate Ben Hollioake. After making his Surrey debut in 1992 Butcher went on to win 71 international caps before retiring in 2009.
Mark can be found on the main stage on Saturday afternoon in the festival village at RugbyRocks!
stax revue
Stax Revue is rock and roll with a dash of soul. Based in South West London, the boys make music that makes you want to get up shake your tail feathers. Check out http://soundcloud.com/staxrevue for a free download of tracks from their forthcoming EP.
Rock and roll isn’t dead, it’s just been asleep for a while.
frank hamilton
In Frank's own words: 'You Your Cat & Me' cost just £800 to make and market and has sold over 10,000 copies to date, prompting unconditional love from XFM and mass support from Edith Bowman, Steve Lamacq and Huw Stephens at the BBC.
Frank will be performing on the acoustic stage on Saturday afternoon.
The paul bowen band
Headed up by Irishman Paul Bowen, this four piece band have played the rugby circuit including London Scottish, London Welsh and London Irish, where they rocked out to thousands of Exiles fans and players.
Paul and the band can be found on the main stage on Sunday 27th May.
declan kelly (DJ)
Declan Kelly is the new kid on the block, but don't underestimate this guys talent. Managing to secure two residences in leeds within a matter of months of hitting the scene, Declan is looking forward to an exciting year ahead. Inspired by Like Mike, Dimitri Vegas and Laidback Luke, Declan plays a mash up of commercial house and big festival tunes. A Dj not to be disregarded! This summer Declan will be playing both RugbyRocks London and RugbyRocks Yorkshire.
the icarus youth
The Icarus Youth hail from Brighton. After spending months in dirty basements, kitchens and friends bedrooms song writing we bring our fine tuned sound, ‘Indie Rock-Rhyme’
The Icarus Youth are: Will ‘ Whitey ‘ Whiting (lead vocals), Tristan Hall (bass), Jay Bone (drums), Jam Lindsay (lead guitar).
The band have a passion for their songs to be big, hooky and driven. Their music brings exciting energy and streetwise thought provoking lyrics tied together with pure passion.
Check them out on the main stage at RugbyRocks London this summer.
olly barkley (dj Set)
Bath and England star Olly Barkley will be bringing his DJ skills to RugbyRocks London this May. The fly half/centre who has been capped 23 times by his country has a huge passion for music, in particular on the decks.
Olly's set is not to be missed and he will be closing the Saturday night at the festival on the main stage.
Olly will also be heading up the kids' coaching on Sunday 27th May as his company Elektrik 3 train the stars of the future at Richmond.
leila williams
Welsh singer/songwriter Leila Williams is a girl with a big heart and a big voice. Touted as a cross between Pink and Adele with a soul pop blend, Leila is embarking on a solo journey after 4 years of headlining London venues, belting out gritty ballads for indie rock/blues band Leila Sings.
With head turning vocals and an encapsulating stage presence, this infectious, soulful singer is a personality that you won’t forget any time soon. Her debut single Broken is set for release in the next couple of months and she is kicking of her promotion with us! Performing at both the London and Yorkshire event.
So come on down and show your support for a great, fresh new talent.
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