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Fun Lovin’ Criminals’ infectious blend of cinematic hip-hop, rock ‘n’ roll, blues-jazz , latin- soul burst onto the New York music scene in 1996 with the release of the worldwide multi- platinum debut album ‘Come Find Yourself’ on EMI Records. Their debut single ‘Scooby Snacks’, famed for sampling Tarantino movies such as Reservoir Dogs and Pulp Fiction, spent 17 weeks on the Billboard chart, quickly achieving gold status in the US.
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The band became an international hit, settling down in the UK, where their multi-platinum debut album ‘Come Find Yourself’ spent an incredible two years in the UK album chart. FLC performed an infamously raucous set on the famous Pyramid main stage at Glastonbury ’99 and the rest - as they say - is history.
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Fun Lovin’ Criminals have released 6 studio albums, 2 cover albums, 1 triple live album and various best of’s.. FLC are Europe’s best-loved “cousins from New York”, whip-smart story- tellers in smarter Saville Row suits who, through comically tall tales of living large in the neon metropolis via music, drugs, crime and existential ennui, launched a career in music.
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The bands current lineup –
Brian Fast Leiser on lead vocals, bass, keys, horns, harp and programming.
Frank Benbini on drums, percussion and vocals.
Naim Cortazzi on guitar and vocals.​​​​​​​​​​​​
Toploader are closing in on One Billion streams across all platforms making them one of the UK’s most listened to bands. After their busiest summer yet, performing at over 40 summer festivals, the band are now looking forward to 2024 where they plan to record new material and tour the UK.
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It has been 22 years since the release of their debut album 'Onka's Big Moka’, which sold over two million copies and remained in the Top 5 of the UK album chart for over six months earning them 4 Brit Award nominations. The album featured a string of top 20 singles including global hit ‘Dancing In The Moonlight’, which spent over a year in European Airplay Charts, and the critically acclaimed fans favourite ‘Achilles Heel’.
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​In recent years Toploader have enjoyed radio success with tracks such as ‘A Balance To All Things’,‘This Is The Night’, ’Roll With The Punches’ and ‘Never Stop Wondering’ and have gained a reputation as the ultimate crowd-pleasing live band.
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Toploader have supported the likes of Paul Weller, Robbie Williams, Noel Gallagher, Counting Crows, Simple Minds and Bon Jovi, where they became the last British band to play the original Wembley Stadium. They have also appeared at a host of major festivals including Glastonbury, V-Festival and Reading.
Established in 2008 , the Faux Fighters where formed by frontman Jamie who discovered the band whilst spending 6 months in Seattle during the 90’s , like his hero he was originally a drummer before mastering the guitar and the gravely tones
The UK’s Ultimate Foo Fighters Tribute band with an awesome look and sound a like Dave Grohl .
Playing all the hits of one of the Biggest rock bands in the world . The band have toured all over the U.K. including a mini tour to Guernsey in 2024, played headline slots at festivals and sell out shows at venues over the last 15 plus year .
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Dr Meaker consist of the following members: Clive Meaker (producer, keyboards & vocals) Celestine (Vocals), Tom Wheeler (Drums), Tenisha Edwards (Vocals) , Laurent John (Vocals), Ben Wood (Sax) Andrew Neil Hayes (Sax), Simon Alexander (Trumpet).
They started their journey as a Bristol-based sound system comprising of electronic and acoustic musicians. The band soon built up a strong following and quickly gained the attention of the BBC Radio 1, who gave their track ‘Rubber Gloves’ it’s debut.
They then entered the Glastonbury Festival Unsigned Competition and were the outright winners of the Dance Music category. This won them a prime time slot in the Dance Village at Glastonbury. After their killer set, a flurry of gigs and festivals followed and the band released their debut single, ‘Moving And Grooving’.
By 2008, Dr Meaker had dropped their first ever studio LP, ‘A Lesson From The Speaker’. The album received much critical acclaim and won airtime from BBC Radio 1, 1XTRA, BBC6, XFM and Jazz Fm.
Dr Meaker played a BBC Radio 1Xtra ‘Live Lounge’ for Trevor Nelson performing their single ‘Fighter’ and covered Adele’s ‘Skyfall’. This ended up going onto the BBC Radio 1 Live Lounge album and landed a number 1 spot in the UK charts.
By 2014, the band released a hugely successful single with Circus Records, which led to a full album record deal. ‘Right Back’ propelled the band into mainstream success, with a UK top 40 dance hit and bags of commercial airplay.
After a flurry of licensing offers and remixes, Dr Meaker dropped their second studio LP, ‘Dirt & Soul’ in 2016. It went straight to No. 3 in the iTunes Electronic charts (only kept off the top spot by James Blake & DJ Shadow) and it was the No. 1 selling Drum & Bass album in the world.
The band have been non-stop touring and recently saw their international debuts in The Netherlands, Switzerland, Los Angeles & Ghana. The band have clearly stated that their mission is “to take Live Drum & Bass across the World, Bristol Style!”
2023 has already seen them play over 20 festivals including, Glastonbury Festival, Boomtown Fair, Isle Of Wight, Green man & Shambala Festival, to name a few.
A new album is on the horizon for 2024
For Dr Meaker, 2024 knows no bounds.
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The Rozzers are Europe's #1 Tribute to Sting and The Police. Since forming in 2011 they have appeared all over the world, playing theatres, festivals and cruise ships. Hearing is believing with this act; Sting's iconic vocals are reproduced with stunning accuracy so expect Message in a Bottle, Roxanne, Every Breath You Take, Fields of Gold and many more!
MELLOWMATIC - Bursting onto the UK music scene with soul-funk grooves, jazz style, neo-soul vibes and hip-hop flavours. This energetic 7-9 piece multi-instrumental collective has been formed by multi-instrumentalist producer Ant Henderson (Music Director of Jurassic 5’s Soup’s Fullee Love Collective), with high acclaim from legendary hip hop and funk artists.
Fronted by female and male lead vocalists, with keys, synths, sax and brass delivering infectious bop through to tasty grooves and breaks. Their debut album ‘Only Human’ was a cross genre musical masterpiece, boasting a catalogue of dope feature singers and US rappers. Despite fewer live events happening in 2021 and 2022 Mellowmatic took the live music scene by storm, including main stage slots and performing for huge enthusiastic crowds at Glastonbury, (headlined two stages), NASS Festival (main stage), Boomtown, Wilderness, Kendal Calling, Shambala, Greenman, Cursus, Boardmasters, Camp Kin (from Shambala Festival), Farmfest, Outcider, Tearout, Outer Space, Live at Lydiard (main stage line up with Dizzee Rascal), Armada festival, Summer by the River (The Scoop, London Bridge), Bath Carnival, Secret Garden Party and Camper Calling, all before they even released a single track!
Since then they have supported Dub Pistols, Too Many Ts, The Allergies and The Showhawk Duo on their 28 date tour including O2 Academy venues, in addition to their own headline performances at The Jam Jar, Amazing Grace The Canteen, Magic Garden and Komedia. Through 2023 Mellowmatic again performed at Glastonbury festival including headline slots, also 2 performances at Boomtown, WOMAD, Camp Bestival, Isle of Wight Festival, Beautiful Days, Bimble Bandada, Torchlight Festival, Farmer Phils and many more.
For 2024 Mellowmatic are already confirmed for Shambala, Boardmasters, Wilderness, Camp Bestival, Valleyfest, Elderflower Fields, BeCider and more. Incredibly Mellowmatic have only been performing live since May 2021, making an unprecedented impact on the UK’s live music scene, things are moving fast making them 'one to watch'.
“Really feeling it...super soulful vibes, soul mixed over hiphop beats. Yeah...they definitely got something!” - Fat Lip of The Pharcyde
“This music is outta sight! Very dope!” - Soup from Jurassic 5
“I like the sounds, raps & the whole funky vibes. They r a grt8 addition to the real music come back! Like it. Bootsy!!!” - Bootsy Collins
“Really high-quality, covers a lot of musical ground (jazz, funk, classic rap, r&b, neosoul, dance, pop) and does it fluidly. I particularly enjoy their key sounds and chord choices. Production is on-point and vocalists are solid” - Andy Cooper (Ugly Duckling/The Allergies)
“Wicked!” – Beardyman
“Epic. Best live band I saw at Boardmasters” Beans on Toast
“Nice and jazzy mellow hip hop, a nice album for sure. Quite early 1990’s vibes. It’s good production, everything sounding total finished and nice” - Grippa (The Hempolics, Sound Engineer, Production & Album mixer for Faithless)
Josh Kumra
Josh, a UK-based singer, songwriter, and producer, is known for his raspy voice, emotive songwriting, and captivating live performances. Inspired by his father’s record collection of legends like Bob Dylan and John Lennon, he started jamming at age 5 and began writing songs at 13.
His heartfelt music has taken him to the top of the UK charts, onto ‘Later… with Jools Holland,’ and across Europe, supporting acts like Lianne La Havas and OneRepublic. Now, he’s refining his craft in the studio, with new music set for release early this year.
In just a few short years, this five-piece has built a loyal fanbase that's catapulted them to the dizzying heights of the UK indie music scene. From smashing their debut at top festivals like The Great Escape, Isle of Wight, Y Not, Truck, Splendour, Tramlines and Lakefest to tearing up sold-out nationwide tours and scoring main support slots with the likes of The Kaiser Chiefs, UB40, Reverend & The Makers, The Rifles, and more. The word on the street – from press, promoters, radio, and more – is that these lads are the ones to watch.
Formed in their pre-teens, multi-instrumentalist brothers Tyler (LV) and Dion Heaney (Drums) alongside their cousin Luke (Bass), started making waves around the local Nottingham scene. After years as a tight-knit family three-piece, the St. Ann’s boys expanded their sound by bringing in soon-to-be co-writer James on keys/synth. The lineup was finally complete when longtime mate Will joined on guitar. These Nottingham lads have cooked up a sound that's unmistakably theirs and undeniably catchy.
Drawing inspiration from The Specials to The Beatles, The Chase are a melting pot of musical goodness. But it's during their live shows where they truly shine. Whether it’s a 100-cap venue or the likes of Bridlington Spa, Shepherd's Bush, or a festival main stage, one thing's for sure – THE. PARTY. DOESN'T. STOP. Expect catchy melodies, infectious vibes, and maybe even a cheeky performance on a bin (long story).
Ritual Divide are an alternative rock band from Swindon – Progressive-Grunge / Neo-goth / melodic rock.
Hot on the tail of their “thrilling” debut single ‘Gold’, Wiltshire-based alt-rock band Wild Isles is amping up to release their second crowd-pleaser, ‘Stand In Silence’.
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Hitting Spotify on 1 August 2024, ‘Stand in Silence’ is packed with a plethora of electrifying and polished riffs as the recently formed five-piece - Tom ‘Macca’ McCarthy (lead vocals), DJ Harman (lead guitarist), Ant Willis (guitarist), James Rowland (bass), and Kyle Foote (drums) - provides an anthemic remedy to life’s hardships.
Underpinned by politically driven and environmentally conscious motifs, ‘Stand In Silence’ offers up high-energy guitar riffs that will both excite and captivate listeners. Exploring a state of social unrest felt in today’s social climate, the band’s lyrics are oWen raw and ominously delivered but the song itself is ultimately tempered by hope for impending change as the chorus belts out “It’s
alright, don’t listen, cause change is on the way”. Lyrically catchy and instrumentally invigorating, Wild Isles offers a riotous feel-good escapist track that ignites a sense of
camaraderie, optimism, and pure sonic elation.
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With a radio play on Keep It Rock and rave reviews for their debut single ‘Gold’ already under their belt, Wild Isles’ second single is set to raise the bar even higher. Having already offered a taste of ‘Stand in Silence’ to enthralled live audiences, accompanied by a strong
setlist of original titles, exciting change is very much on the way for Wild Isles. For fans of Mallory Knox, Young Guns, and Nothing But Thieves, this is a band to watch!​​
With one foot in the grunge era, another in modern musical times, another in the realms of classic rock and yet another in more pop-aware, college rock territory. It is no wonder that I See Orange makes such a deft and ornate sound. The music may be heavy, but it always retains sight of the fact that the best songs should balance groove with grind, grit with grace, and power with poise.
The UKs first Pink Floyd and Fleetwood Mac homage. Combining two of the most recognisable bands of the 70s and 80s.
For those of you (only around 30 people) that stayed up late at last year's event and caught Two Pounds Down on the Kandu Arts stage, you were lucky enough to witness something very special; so much so that we couldn't resist inviting them back to play on the Eames Lauire Main Stage.
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Two Pounds Down‘s story starts way back, with childhood best friends Jesse (keys) and James (guitar) destined to make music together. Originally from Malvern, Worcestershire, this group of rising stars have been iinvolved in music since they were young.. Brothers Ethan (bass) and Jesse have dreamed of playing in a band together since they were little. Soon after, Gabe (drums) arrived, solidifying the band’s full sound.
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Within a year of hitting the stage, their talent was undeniable. They conquered the AMPED battle of the bands in May 2023, earning them a coveted spot on the Lakefest Main Stage in August that same year. This meteoric rise is a testament to their undeniable chemistry. The unpredictability mixed with confidence is how Two Pounds Down catch the attention of those who listen. On stage, they fill venues with contagious energy, their obvious enjoyment for what they do making them an exciting watch.
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Two Pounds Down‘s sound is a unique fusion, blending blues rock with modern jazz to create a truly original experience. Their music wavers from heavy rock riffs to technical polyrhythms, ensuring a live show that’s anything but ordinary. Seeing them return to Minety Music Festival in 20254 is an opportunity you won’t want to miss. Get ready for an electrifying set that will have you moving and grooving long after the last note fades.
Swindon's very own SN Dubstation gained a wide reputation as top entertainers and are no strangers to festival stages. They headlined the Swindon Shuffle in 2015, 2016 and 2018, and a large number of UK festivals
across the country, culminating in a performance at the iconic Boomtown Fair in 2018 as well as multiple other appearances across the festival scene.
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In 2019, much to the dismay of their followers, they decided to move on to other things, but after a break of around 5 years, the much loved Swindon Festival "My Dad's Bigger Than Your Dad", managed to persuade them to get back onto the stage and we're delighted that they did.
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SN Dubstation are a Reggae + Ska band. Providing melodic horns, fatty basslines and mentalist performances and we're delighted to welcome them to Minety Music Festival 2025. If you’re a fan of reggae, dub, ska, or just great vibes, then this now 7 piece party machine is guaranteed to get you on your feet.
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Their fun and flavour filled west country take on ska and reggae. These local Swindon boys’ musical souls hail from somewhere a long way away. We are not talking London here, we’re talking Kingston, Jamaica!
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We are delighted to welcome 'Warning: A Tribute To Green Day' as one of the UK's finest tributes to Billie Joe Armstrong and the Californian rockers.
You can expect a high energy whirlwind tour through all the hits, from their inception in 1987, through the Dookie years, American Idiot era, and beyond.
Hold my beer... this is going to get sweaty!
After learning his trade playing vinyl in the late 90's at free-parties and selected clubs across wales and the south-west, George Penny aka George G-Force has come out of retirement and ready to bring the heat with a unique blend of disco and house vibes.
George regularly plays at some of the coolest cocktail bars in the South West including The Alchemist, Revolution, AllBarOne, Sub13, Walcot House/LOMAH, The Gold Bar, The Common Room, and StayOriginal venues for SelectDJ’s and Genre Music agencies.
He's also been making a name for himself on the festival scene with appearances at Latitude, Wilderness, Shindig and LakeFest as well as residencies for 'FunkyTown' (Disco), 'Getting Jiggy' (House) in addition to 'SATISFUNKTION & Funky Sensation' club-nights promoted by himself with the ethos of trying to bring the fun back into clubbing with good old uplifting, hands in the air music!
In 2022 he's gone international with a guest appearance at YekeYeke an established house music night. curated by CN Williams hosted at the decadent OPM Bar at the DoubleTree Hotel by Hilton situated in the Jumeirah Beach Resort in Dubai.
More recently with Covid restrictions George has also played numerous live-stream events and online radio shows and recently was runner-up in a national DJ competition for New World Festival against hundreds of entrants and has submitted guest mixes for BBC Radio Bristol.
Death Pop formed in the 1980s and released a 3 track ep Rogers Gone Mad, also featuring Ghosts and Picture. The band played extensively in Berkshire and London and achieved radio airplay on the John Peel (Radio One) show.
Jim, Jon. Vic play guitars, write and sing their original songs, ably assisted by Minety Music Festival co-organiser, Rich on drums, and saxophone provided by South Cerney’s very own Saraan Deguise.
The band have gigged with Glen Matlock and Wayne County of the Electric Chairs, and have gone on to release 3 studio albums - “The Siege of Sebastopol” is available on Spotify and Prime Music and more recent albums "Psychomania" and "Petrol & Glue" have also received cult acclaim status.
Enjoy their post punk and swamp rock songs live at Minety Festival 2025.
The Real Cheesemakers is Wiltshire’s favourite nonsense group.
Following their debut album, Grated Hits, finally released just before the pandemic, the band has grown in stature and built up a strong following. This follows collaborations and sold out shows with Chap-Hop legends Professor Elemental and Mr B Gentleman Rhymer, a failed but popular Eurovision Song Contest entry and an award-winning song for plastic-free July.
In 2019 they played with Creed Bratton from the US Office on a few dates of his UK tour to huge acclaim, and supported Goldie Lookin' Chain at their Xmas bash in Bristol.
Most recently they provided the soundtrack for multi-award winning comedy horror short, Guiltea, winning the gold award for best soundtrack at the Fortean International Film Festival.
“psychedelic, surrealist-edged rock… as if Spike Milligan was Iron Maiden’s frontman, yet they were a Wurzels tribute”