 ROCK NESS LAUNCHES INNOVATIVE NEW EARLY BIRD TICKET SCHEME FOR 2009RockNess today announced an innovative new scheme aimed at making it easier for you to secure your tickets to the 2009 Highland bash.Based on an Early Bird 'buy now, pay later' principle, the pioneering initiative is a clear gesture set to reinforce RockNess' fan friendly credentials. For a deposit of 30.00 + booking fee, you can eliminate any worry of not securing your tickets to Scotland's coolest music festival when the 2009 Early Bird tickets go on sale this Thursday. The 'buy now, pay later' scheme will run as a limited offer until the end of September 2008 allowing fans ample time to avoid disappointment! Speaking ahead of tomorrow's innovative 2009 Early Bird announcement, Jim King, Festival Director said "Following on from the success of this year's event we expect demand for 2009 to be greater than ever, and after constructive dialogue with RockNess customers we have come up with this scheme. It's our way of helping our customers guarantee they'll be coming to RockNess next year without having to pay out a large sum of money in one go." RockNess 2009 Early Bird tickets go on sale this Thursday from any of the three main ticket outlets TICKETLINE (www.ticketline.co.uk), TICKETMASTER (www.ticketmaster.co.uk) and SEE TICKETS (www.seetickets.com). Fans make a down payment of 30.00 + small booking fee. They will then have 6 months to pay the balance which will happen in one transaction with the same ticket agent. For more information go to your main ticket agent website. A limited number of tickets at the Early Bird price will run until all have been sold or until no later than the end of September 08. 23 June 2008 |
THE ROCKNESS TELEVISION PREMIER!!!Music fans who attended this year’s amazing Rock Ness music festival get the chance to relive their memories this weekend as the monster bash enjoys its star-studded television debut on Channel 4.Staged in arguably the most stunning festival site in the world on the shores of iconic Loch Ness, RockNess 2008 was the best yet. Over 35,000 fans basked in the weekend’s glorious sunshine while enjoying a stunning line up of many of the globe’s biggest names in electronic, dance and rock. Acts who performed across the two days included Fatboy Slim, Razorlight, The View, Calvin Harris, Underworld, Editors, 2ManyDJs, Roisin Murphy and Mylo to name a very few. The Channel 4 television debut will be broadcast across the entire UK network in two half-hour slots this weekend and should prove highly entertaining viewing. This year, the third in the event’s history, saw a raft of new on-site entertainment and arenas adding to the eclectic festival fun. This included the 'Skins Live' arena which saw talent scouts out in force looking for the stars of the next series, the bonkers Big Love Inflatable Church which hosted the first ever real RockNess wedding (plus countless other pseudo declarations of love!), the myspace bus which rocked from dawn 'til dusk all weekend with special surprise guest DJ appearances, and the SoCo Social and Rizla Invisible Players! arenas which each proved a soaraway success. Also back in spectacular style was the now legendary Bollywood Cocktail Bar and Rob da Bank’s Sunday Best Arena augmented once again by the mighty Clash Arena and Soulwax Arena, plus of course the Main Stage set against that backdrop! Rock Ness 2008 will be broadcast on Channel 4 TONIGHT at 00.00 and again on Saturday night at 00.10. Jim King, Festival Director "It was an amazing weekend. Great audience, great bands and great weather. There were some truly blistering performances from the artists so the Channel 4 broadcast is going to be a fantastic opportunity for fans to see some of the things they may have missed from the weekend." 20 June 2008 |
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHYOur deepest heartfelt sympathy and condolences are with the family and friends of Ryan Munro .11 June 2008 |
UNDERWORLD - KARL'S DIARY ENTRY AFTER ROCKNESS"Scotland was fantastic! - The audience was fantastic! - Outside the vibe was chilled and happy - The surroundings were stunning - ROCKNESS was one of the nicest festivals we've been to. Thank you for giving us such an inspiring time."11 June 2008 |
THE BEST ROCKNESS EVER….!!!!!Thank you all for making RockNess 2008 the best yet!!We have had amazing feedback from everyone at the festival and we hope you enjoyed the sunshine as much as we did! A great deal of planning and preparation went into this year’s show to put on an event that we can be very proud of. Special thanks to the people who were in contact with us letting us know what improvements they wanted to see at the festival and we hope we delivered on these. The Bands and DJs are in overwhelming agreement that the crowd was the best they have played in front of for a long time and they all had a great time. As we quickly move into the planning of the next Rockness we hope you can take the time to fill out the questionnaire which you will find via the click through on the home screen. This helps us to find out what you loved about this year’s Rockness and enables us to improve upon any aspects you think could be better. Roll on 2009!!! 11 June 2008 |
STAGE BY STAGE ANNOUNCEMENT EXCLUSIVE!!!!!!SATURDAYMAIN STAGE Fatboy Slim Nathan Detroit Calvin Harris the cuban brothers mylo dj set the crystal method dj set hercules and love affair the cuban brothers Our Lunar Activities Welcome to Rockness CLASH ARENA the view the twang mystery jets Blah Blah Blah noah & the whale lionheart broThers Kid Harpoon Scanners Clash DJ set SOULWAX ARENA 2manydjs soulwax digitalism live rob da bank layo and bushwacka Andy Mac FAT SAM'S Headphone Disco AFTERHOURS Felix the Housecat Pete Tong Lottie Radioclit Headman Leatherhead GO NORTH & BOLLYWOOD russ cuban ski bunny Brendan Campbell Something Sally Lowtide Revelry Mexicolas Broken Records Paper Planes The Tide Pravda Juno Zoey Van Goey SoCo SOCIAL mylo dj set eclectic method loose cannons Rory Phillips Living in a Disco DJ Henry Relph Killer Kitch RIZLA INVISIBLE PLAYERS! Maurice Fulton Greg Wilson Billy Woods (Supermax Glasgow) Annie Nightingale Kid Acne Heavenly Jukebox SUNDAY MAIN STAGE razorlight editors the cribs the dykeenies pete and the pirates team water polo red light company das pop jyrojets CLASH ARENA underworld CSS roisin murphy simian mobile disco cagedbaby South Central Rochelle Clash DJ's SKINS ARENA annie mac boys noize felix da housecat hadouken late of the pier does it offend you yeah Pendulum DJs black ghosts Andy Mac SUNDAY BEST the orb rob da bank dj yoda the count & sinden live yousef Boom Monk Ben Tokyoblu GO NORTH BOLLYWOOD Cagedbaby Barry Ashworth (Dub Pistols) Cage The Elephant The X Certs Spokes Jocasta Sleeps Twin Atlantic Rootsystem Be A Familiar The Draymin Dotjr Page 6 SoCo SOCIAL Rex the Dog midnight juggernauts DJ Yoda Eddy Temple Morris David E Sugar (live set) Boom Monk Ben Leatherhead Ooft RIZLA INVISIBLE PLAYERS Graeme Park Justin Robertson Harri (Sub Club) Greg Wilson Autodisco DJs (dicky trisco + iamelectro) Heavenly Jukebox 06 June 2008 |
 THE COUNTDOWN BEGINS !!!!!Its so close we can almost taste it!!!!The weather looks good, the tents are up, the bars are here, the Loch is shining and the music's on it's way!!!! New acts added to Scotland's first festival of the summer include, in the mighty CLASH Arena on Saturday, 80's-inspired popsters MYSTERY JETS, the enchanting troubadour KID HARPOON and NOAH AND THE WHALE whose jaunty sunshine melodies will hopefully bring good climate karma! Sunday's CLASH Arena will host the awesome electro experimentalists SOUTH CENTRAL, the psychedelic SUNNY DAY SETS FIRE and Leeds four piece ROCHELLE whose dance-packed synth set, carried with aplomb by frontwoman Lydia, will please ravers and rockers alike. Flying the female flag on Saturday's MAIN STAGE is the scorching SCANNERS fronted by raucous, sexy singer Sarah, whose sound has been compared to Sonic Youth and Yeah, Yeah, Yeahs. They will be joined by the excellent surf-alt-goths BOOKHOUSE BOYS. TEAM WATERPOLO whose fresh, swinging party anthems will get the MAIN STAGE rocking on Sunday appear alongside the hotly tipped, multinational RED LIGHT COMPANY ahead of their debut album release this autumn. Hugely exciting is the addition of the brand new FAT SAMS ARENA on Saturday which offers a very tasty dance line-up indeed. Hailing from Crackney, UK RADIOCLIT SOUNDSYSTEM promise to blow minds with their ghetto pop, bongo dance showdown! Radio 1 maestro PETE TONG is also confirmed alongside LEATHERHEAD and esteemed DJ LOTTIE. They will be joined by a sublime talent who needs little introducing to dance aficionados, Berlin's funk punkster HEADMAN. Assuming the headline slot for the new FAT SAMS ARENA is FELIX DA HOUSECAT who will supply a double treat for fans when he also headlines the SKINS LIVE Arena on Sunday. 05 June 2008 |
LINE UP CHANGE...DAVID GUETTA'S OFFICE -"We regret to confirm that David Guetta will not be performing in the FMIF Arena at Rock Ness this year. Due to an unfortunate double booking error there has been a clash of dates which we have been unable to resolve. We have tried everything in our power to resolve this error but it has proved impossible and we have no choice but to cancel the Arena for this year. Our sincere apologies go to the organisers of RockNess and to all the fans who had hoped to see David Guetta play. We will be discussing coming back next year with the organisers at the earliest possible moment." ROCKNESS - Jim King, Joe Gibbs and Rob Hicks – Loudsound and Slingshot "We're all really excited about the new FAT SAMS ARENA. David Guetta can't make it. His office has made a booking error and he has to be in Eastern Europe. We tried really hard to work out the travel but he just can't make it. No bother though for the Scottish fans as FAT SAMS have stepped in and will host the arena instead. Felix da Housecatt was desperate to stay for the weekend so now he will play on the Saturday in FAT SAMS as well taking care of the Sunday night soundtrack in the SKINS ARENA. We spoke to Felix last night and can confirm he is lining up something really amazing for fans on the Saturday. We have also added HEADMAN and RADIOCLIT to the FAT SAMS ARENA which really strengthens the bill." 04 June 2008 |
 NEW RE ENTRY CONDITIONS ANNOUNCED!!!We can confirm that there are now new re entry conditions.You will be allowed to go back to your cars from the campsite from 9am to 11pm on Friday and from 9am until 12pm (midday) on the Saturday. You will need to go the PASS OUT GATE which is located right by the main campsite entrance and staff will give you a pass out ticket. You will then hand the pass out ticket back in when you re enter. The pass out ticket is only valid with a camping wristband. If someone has a pass out ticket and no wristband they will not be allowed to enter. Pass outs will be not be given outside of these times. Please remember that you cannot re enter with more alcohol. You must bring this into the campsite the first time you enter. Quote from Jim King. "We got it wrong and the changes needed to be made. We had some good dialogue with customers and together with them we worked out what seems to suit everyone the best. We still need to avoid having large groups sitting in the car parks which is unsafe as cars are moving around so this will not be allowed. The changes are there to allow people to make that important second trip to get their camping kit." 03 June 2008 |
 ROCKNESS SUMMER OF LOVEROMANCE AIN'T DEAD SAY ORGANISERS!Loved up revellers at RockNess will get the chance to exchange vows with their nearest and dearest thanks to the festival's very own inflatable church! The BIG LOVE INFLATABLE CHURCH which will be on site for the entire weekend is bursting at the seams with merriment, mayhem but most of all LOVE! The Reverend Duncan Pritchard will be overseeing the proceedings where Rock Ness lovebirds can find their perfect partner, invite their own wedding guests and get hitched in the only inflatable church in the world! Alongside the Reverend will be his jilted, dishevelled brides and carefree choirboys. Organisers today urged fans who would like to get married at RockNess to head straight to the Big Love Inflatable Church and get themselves booked in as places are strictly limited. For a small fee, payable upon booking, lovebirds will get themselves and their guests dressed up to the nines and will be issued with a Big Love Wedding Certificate. In yet another amazing RockNess exclusive, Matt the Hat and his merry gang have concocted more fun which will debut at the festival. Adjacent to the church will be "THE WEDDING CAKE MOBILE DISCO" the perfect place for any bride and groom to host their reception complete with glitter curtains, tacky disco lights, and Matt the Hat spinning the platters that matter, but be warned - it's no tie, no entry! To see the ever sparkly world of the insane BIG LOVE INFLATABLE CHURCH go to www.bigloveinflatablechurch.com Jim King, Festival Director "The Inflatable Church is probably as much fun as you can have at a festival. It really is a 'must do' for the Rock Ness weekend. We have worked with these guys before on Bestival and they are brilliant. The whole thing is totally bananas." 02 June 2008 |
 Rizla Invisible Players roll up to Rockness Festival for the first outing in 2008Following a storming year in 2007, Rizla Invisible Players are back on the road, kicking off with their first party at Rockness.This year's group of four creative icons (Greg Wilson, Annie Nightingale, Justin Robertson, Kid Acne) will be joined at by a swathe of top quality talent. The bill features original greats from the dawn of modern clubbing including legends such as Graeme Park (Hacienda, Submission), Greg Wilson (Wigan Pier, Legends, Hacienda), Justin Robertson (Lionrock, Spice, Most Excellent) and Maurice Fulton (Syclops). Confirmed line-up, Rizla Arena, Rockness, 2008: Saturday 7th June 12 – 2am Maurice Fulton 8 -12pm Greg Wilson 6 - 8pm Billy Woods (Supermax Glasgow) 4.30 - 6pm Annie Nightingale 2 - 4.30pm Kid Acne 11 - 2pm Heavenly Jukebox Sunday 8th June 11 - 1am Graeme Park 9 - 11pm Justin Robertson 7 - 9pm Harri (Sub Club) 5 - 7pm Greg Wilson 2 - 5pm Autodisco DJs (dicky trisco + iamelectron) 11 - 2pm Heavenly Jukebox The updated Rizla Arena features a 1920's speakeasy inspired design, complete with musical van where the decks are based, creating the ideal space to chill during the day and party from late pm to early am. The bar is set high for this year's Rizla Arena having been described by punters in 2007 as; "The most amazing music in one of the most amazing settings I've ever been in. The Rizla area was without doubt the one place with a real club vibe happening. I was shaken." Selected on the strength of credibility and reputation in their respective creative fields, and their strong expression through music, the 2008 Invisible Players collective promises to generate plenty of unique and memorable moments. Here's the low-down on the Invisible Players of 2008… Greg Wilson was one of the 2007 Invisible Players, sparking a near riot when he hit the Rizla Arena last year. Greg was original dance resident at the Hacienda, and represents a cornerstone of modern day clubbing. His unique electrofunk sets, filled with rare edits and samples blaring from a 20 year-old reel-to-reel deck, make Greg a must-see. Kid Acne is a prolific urban 'decorator' and home-grown hip hop artist with a long list of artistic credits including his own comic book, 'Zebra Face'. Watch out for his unique style of art at the Rizla Arena, where he may be caught, can in hand. Justin Robertson is a true modernist. Creator of bespoke techno; remixer for the likes of Bjork, Radio 4 and Felix Da Housecat and an internationally recognised DJ, Justin can be spotted with one of his many hats attempting to lift the roof off the van. Annie Nightingale was the first female DJ on Radio 1, and has won an MBE for her sterling contribution to British music. An international DJ and documentary maker, dubbed 'Queen of Breaks' by the adoring music media, she promises to get the Rizla musical van rocking this summer. Playing from a unique musical van, a recreation of the original Rizla touring van of the 1920's, The Invisible Players will play spontaneous and inspiring sets from a diverse record collection. There are no prepared set lists, just pure improvisation and the creation of a unique vibe in the Rizla Arena. The sound could vary from Dub, Electrofunk, Balearic, Hip Hop, Breakbeat to Northern Soul and Acid House – the roots of popular music as we know it. Greg Wilson had this to say: "Last year was really special, the whole tour received such an energetic and positive reaction, culminating in the memorable finale at Bestival, undoubtedly one of the highlights of 2007 for me and the perfect way to top off the summer. Given the success of last year, and the anticipation that's built up towards this years dates, 2008 could be even better! Needless to say that I'm very much looking forward to playing in the Rizla van again." 2008 will see the Rizla Invisible Players play a series of club nights across the country as well as going to three of the UK's best festivals. Rockness (6-8 June) Big Chill (1-3 August) and Bestival (5-7 September) will all play host to the Rizla Arena. For more information visit rizla.co.uk 28 May 2008 |
 MEMORIES OF 2007 FROM CHEMICAL BROTHER No 1When it comes to great memories of RockNess 2007 I'm sure each and every one of you has your own favourite moment, but ever wondered what a main stage artist remembers from one crazy night in June...Talking in the Observer, Tom Rolands of The Chemical Brothers revealed his feelings about playing Rockness, "... Some festivals are like playing in car parks, meaning that there is nothing about the environment that is special. but last year we played Rockness on the shores of Loch Ness and it was beautiful.There was a mist that hung over the Loch, which made it look like God had a big dry ice machine that he was cranking up as we played. "We've always enjoyed playing in Scotland where the people take insanity to another level.The other aspect of Rockness that made the night especially memorable was the mad journey home along the areas tiny little roads. It reminded me of the Fuji rock festival in Japan.. You have to make a pilgrimage to get there but when you're there you know all about it!!" 20 May 2008 |
RAZORLIGHT ANNOUNCE ROCKNESS GIG AS UK FESTIVAL EXCLUSIVEThe mighty RAZORLIGHT have confirmed that their headline performance at this years ROCKNESS will be their only show for the entire summer 2008, great news for all ticket holders who will be treated to an exclusive set from one of the UKs biggest acts.The band commented "RockNess is the only UK festival that we are playing this year. We've never played RockNess before and are really looking forward to it. Great location. great crowd. We can't wait!" The chart topping rockers, who will headline the main stage on Sunday 8 June against the stunning backdrop of Loch Ness, are currently working on their much anticipated third album in Scotland. Frontman JOHNNY BORRELL added "I love Scotland, I am finishing writing songs for the third album in the Hebrides." Festival Director Jim King says "It's great news for RockNess that Razorlight have decided to put all their efforts into a one-off festival exclusive. There was an amazing response from all over Scotland when we announced that Razorlight were headlining the Sunday and we are now experiencing a surge in fans coming from all over Europe to see them play a special show at the most beautiful festival site in the world." 15 May 2008 |
 BOOK YOUR LOCKER NOW!!!!!!No worries about looking after your valuables; Lockerbox is here!Put your keys, cards, cameras and other stuff in your locker and enjoy the festival. The lockers are guarded and during opening times continuously accessible! Using Lockerbox is very simple ... Get a key from the Lockerbox service desk Swap your e-ticket for the key and pay a deposit Store your valuables in your locker Need anything? Open the locker with your key Are you leaving? Return the key and get back your deposit The lockers are guarded and during opening hours continuously accessible! Click here for more info 07 May 2008 |
 ROCKNESS WAGES WAR ON WARM BEER!!!!Carling knows that there is nothing worse than your beer not being cold at a festival, miles from your local and your fridge! But just because you and your mates are in the middle of a field it doesn't mean your refreshment should suffer.Carling, as the official beer partner of RockNess will be guarantying the perfect ice-cold pint of Carling at every bar across the festival site. Carling stepped up the battle against warm beer in 2006 and after two successful years touring UK festivals, is now introducing Cold Beer Amnesty to Rock Ness this summer bigger, better and colder than ever. Carling's Cold Beer Amnesty ensures that warm beer is a thing of the past by swapping ANY unopened can of warm beer with a cold can of Carling. Carling will be giving away nearly 4000 cases of ice cold beer at Rock Ness this year. Visit Cold Beer Amnesty in the campsite this year! Check out www.carling.com for more information. 01 May 2008 |
 FANTASTIC FARMERS FESTIVAL FAYRE!!!At Rockness this year we are bringing a fantastic twist to the festival food experience, you will now be able to browse through the Argyll farmers market marquee soaking in the vibrant atmosphere, created by the mouth watering tastes and aromas of the best seasonal produce from across Argyll.You will be served by the farmer, fisherman or cheese maker who has passion for their product and who wants you to experience it at its best… Coordinator Lesley Strang says "The whole idea behind it is that they are all small food producers & farms from Argyll who are selling their homemade produce from within a large marquee. By joining together they are able to bring their products to large scale events, whereas before it was impossible. The food is all of real high quality. The hall itself has a great atmosphere with all these people under one roof cooking amazing food." Just some of the unique dishes on offer within the market include: Loch Fyne Oysters - oysters, salmon, soups, scallop bacon kebabs, prawns Barbreck Farm - roast beef, roast lamb, beef burgers, black pudding, lorn sausage, eggs Bumble - hot/cold puddings, ice cream, cakes, hot drinks, muesli, fruit juices Ifferdale - lamb burgers, lamb kebabs, stir-fry, wraps Inverloch - cheese on toast, cauliflower cheese, Paninis, cheese burgers Robins Herbs - organic burgers with home grown salad, slow braised dish, hot drinks, Arran potatoes, porridge Inverlussa - steamed mussel bowls with spicy sauce, Winston Churchill Venison Ardifur - Venison pies and stew, Venison burgers, pheasant dish 23 April 2008 |
 FATBOY SLIM @ THE IRONWORKS 17TH APRIL !!!Yes the rumours are true...Buy a weekend or day ticket online at WWW.THEBOOTH.CO.UK or at Mania, HMV or Ironworks this week to get your free invitation to the Fatboy Slim party at the Ironworks, Inverness on Thursday 17th April.Anyone that has already bought a ticket for Rock Ness should email their name, contact details and ticket reference number to info@rockness.co.uk as we have a limited number to give away there also. Entries will close at 5pm Wednesday when the winners will be drawn out of a hat. The man himself will be in Inverness for one night only to spin his magic for those of you who simply can't wait till June... Offer applies to one ticket per one RockNess purchase. 14 April 2008 |
 SoCo SOCIAL SETS SCENE FOR SUPER SCOTTISH SMASH-UP!!Nessie will have more amazing music at her shores this summer as SoCo today announces its SoCo Social tent as part of our 2008 line-up!!!SoCo Social will be presenting a host of amazing talent including homegrown deck-master and producer Mylo, hot DJs including Alan Braxe, Yoda and Eclectic Method, live acts Midnight Juggernauts and David E Sugar with many more to be announced... SoCo Social nights have been kick starting weekends with a bang over the UK for the past year, bringing legendary DJs such as Groove Armada, Norman Jay and Steve Angello to intimate venues on Thursday and Friday nights, but with a tent at Rock Ness, SoCo Social will provide the soundtrack to the whole weekend to keep the crowds dancing until morning. Pitched by the Nesstival area, the electro-pop-party-mash up tent will be decked out in nu rave meets New Orleans chic, where the citys heritage meets the UK party scene. By day the tents dancefloor is framed by neon-flocked wallpaper, a glowstick chandelier, giant decadent mirrors and areas to sip tasty SoCo drinks. By evening, the late-night tent will be the beacon for the party crowd with projection screens for live VJ sets, neon nigns and a LED light trail leading out into the surroundings of the Loch. As SoCo Social has been taught how to party by one of the greatest musical cities on earth - New Orleans - expect a liberal sprinkling of Mardi Gras masks and beads as well as dressing up and make-up booths for a look to match the electric atmosphere. 09 April 2008 |
 SPOKES CLINCH 'SOUND 08' VICTORYwww.amazingtunes.comDedicated new-music portal amazingtunes are proud to announce Mancunian post-rock quintet Spokes as winners of their astonishing 'Sound 08' unsigned acts initiative, securing the band a coveted slot on the Go North stage at premiere Scottish festival Rock Ness and airplay for their winning track 'Young People! All Together' on indie radio giants Xfm. Commenting on their win Spokes' Matt Baty said "Winning Sound 08 is one of the best things that has happened to us as a band. It means we can get the kind of exposure we could only have dreamed of. We're also really excited to be given the opportunity to play our music at a professional level at Rock Ness and experience what it's like to play a high profile event. It's also going to give us a fantastic platform to continue progressing as a band." Simon King, 'amazingtunes' Managing Director commented "We're delighted that Spokes have won the competition, they represent that kind of new and innovative music we are seeing uploaded to amazingtunes all the time. I continue to be stunned by the range and quality of unsigned music out there and, really, Sound 08, is part of our mission to get it to new audiences. Having Xfm and RockNess involved is quite simply the dream ticket for any band, so we are expecting great things from Spokes this year." With over 2000 tracks entered into the competition, 'Sound 08' judges, former Futureheads manager Scott Baker-Marflitt and Xfm program director Ande Macpherson, whittled the influx of music down to a final shortlist of 20 tracks, that came from as far and wide as Maidenhead to Glasgow and Leeds to South Wales, representing the cream of unsigned music in the UK.  After a month of frenzied public voting, Spokes have emerged victorious with a colossal 18% of the vote ensuring that the swelling majesty of 'Young People! All Together' will reach across the airwaves and that the band get to showcase their emotive, throbbing riffs to one of the UK's most enthusiastic crowds.Building from pastoral beginnings into a driving wall-of-sound, replete with a bubbling schoolyard soundtrack, 'Young People! All Together' is a soaring opus, that deservedly topped the 20 strong shortlist which boasted superb quality throughout from some of the UK’s freshest up-and-coming talent. With amazingtunes' serious commitment to making music fair for artists, giving then 70% of any profits made from music sales. 'Sound 08' has seen the site continue to push digital boundaries with their radical vision for new-music. 01 April 2008 |
SCOTLAND'S SOUND OF THE SUMMER JUST GOT HOTTER!RockNess organisers today confirmed a further 30 new acts into the stellar 2008 line up, and promised even more big names still to come!!!Saturday 7 June sees a roll call of the freshest music acts gracing the fields of Ness!! These include producer extraordinaire THE COUNT & SINDEN live, CAGEDBABY, HERCULES and LOVE AFFAIR, PHAT PHIL COOPER and a DJ set from THE CRYSTAL METHOD. Joining them will be Norway's psychedelic popsters THE LIONHEART BROTHERS, Kentucky's mighty CAGE THE ELEPHANT and the visual mixing geniuses ECLECTIC METHOD Topping the new announcements for Saturday, and one which promises to be the ultimate crowd pleaser, is the confirmation of SOULWAX who will perform live, and Scotland's finest dance superstar, MYLO. Sunday 8 June sees the inventors of ambient house THE ORB confirmed as headliners in the hugely popular, and exclusive to Scotland, SUNDAY BEST arena presented by the legendary Radio 1 DJ ROB DA BANK with live sets from DJ YODA, YOUSEF and Glasgow's finest BOOM MONK BEN. Other new acts announced include a hugely anticipated appearance from Berlin's BOYS NOIZE, sets from two of the UK's most exciting crossover bands LATE OF THE PIER and DOES IT OFFEND YOU YEAH?, and a PENDULUM DJ SET with MC VERSE. Australia's electro prog rockers MIDNIGHT JUGGERNAUTS, tipped by many as Daft Punk's successors will play what is sure to be a very special set alongside Kitsune's DAVID E SUGAR, Parisian producer whiz ALAN BRAXE plus The awesome ghetto-gothic-danceteers THE BLACK GHOSTS a.k.a DJ Touché and Simian vocalist Simon Lord (of Justice mega smash fame 'We Are Your Friends'). Adding a distinct guitar based indie flavour are THE DYKEENIES, PETE AND THE PIRATES, DAS POP and The Highland's fast rising JYROJETS. 31 March 2008 |
 ROCKNESS ANNOUNCES CHANNEL 4 BROADCASTYOU MIGHT BE ON THE TELLY !!!Delighted ROCK NESS organisers have today confirmed a deal to broadcast the music festival on the Channel 4 television network. In an announcement set to further reinforce the meteoric rise in popularity of the monster two-day bash in the Scottish Highlands, it has been confirmed the broadcast will showcase the best of RockNess. This will include performances from the confirmed 2008 line up which will include performances from FATBOY SLIM, RAZORLIGHT, UNDERWORLD, EDITORS, THE VIEW, ROISIN MURPHY, CSS and THE CRIBS. there will also be exclusive artist interviews and all the action from the various exciting arenas. 14 March 2008 |
 WIGWAM BAM!!!www.boutiquecamping.netthe BoutiqueCamping Village Returns to the banks of Loch Ness again this year and will feature the hugely popular 7 person tipis in your own private campsite. NEW for 2008 will be the fun and funky 2 and 4 person yurts (pictured). With prices from around 250.00 (2 people), the BoutiqueCamping Village will be a secure area with exclusive access to high standard toilets and shower facilities. Register NOW to receive an advance email reminder and bookings will be taken from Monday March 10th @ 10.00am!! Please Note - Numbers will be strictly limited to the maximum occupancy levels stated for each accommodation unit and bookings for the BoutiqueCamping Village DO NOT include festival tickets." 06 March 2008 |
 THE BATTLE OF PORTALOO !!!!We have noticed that at last years RockNess, there was a general feeling that the toilet facilities could have been a little bit better...guess what... We are going to do something about it!We hold our hands high and say 'Our fault folks' and we promise to do better this year... Our site management team ,and the guys in charge of the loos, have been working long and hard on a solution to keep your festival experience smelling a little sweeter. We have devised a plan whereby roving toilet inspectors (or The Polyjohn Power Team!!!) will be monitoring the state of the toilets. They will be ensuring the toilets are clean, have plenty of toilet rolls and generally keeping a eye on things in that area. We are also promoting the RockNess clean hands scheme so that there is hand sanitising facilities available for you after each visit… Don't forget, they most important people are YOU... try to give the toilet a once over as you leave ( and guys, please put the seat back down... ) x 05 March 2008 |
 The Twang confirm RockNess visit...Rock Ness organisers have confirmed THE TWANG as the latest act lined up to join the 2008 festival bill.The Twang's appearance follows a triumphant year which has seen the Birmingham quintet play a sell out UK tour in support of their fantastic debut album release 'Love It When I feel Like This'. The album hit the #3 spot in the UK charts and featured a Mike Skinner collaboration on their second single 'Either Way'. 2007 also saw The Twang perform to the nation on Jo Whiley's Live Lounge, be the subject of a BBC Radio 1 documentary, grace the cover of the NME and scoop the coveted NME Philip Hall Radar Award for which recognises rising talent. Championed by everyone from Noel Gallagher to Terry Wogan (!), the buzz surrounding this band has been inescapable largely due to their pulsating live sets and swaggering rock 'n' roll attitude which has drawn comparisons to Oasis, The Stone Roses and The Happy Mondays. 04 March 2008 |
 PODPADS AT ROCKNESS www.podpads.comOur friends at podpads are joining us at this years Rockness to bring a little comfort and luxury to your highland camping experience...WHAT IS A 'PODPAD'? A podpad is your own little hobbit-house built from weatherproof plywood all ready and furnished for your arrival. Your ‘podpad’ comes decorated and with a groundsheet, a fitted carpet, shelving, interior strip-light and additional 12v power socket on request, a vanity mirror and a lock on the front door. Single, double or twin beds (with airbeds) are standard for increased comfort, so creating useful storage space underneath. Three sliding tinted windows with curtains provide for ventilation and light, allowing you to look out whilst restricting vision in. Eco-friendly, the podpads are solar-powered by the fabulous iconic sunflower solar panels. ‘Podpads’ are weatherproof, relatively soundproof, secure, safe and cosy. To enquire further and to book online visit: www.podpads.com 03 March 2008 |
 JOIN THE ROCKNESS FACEBOOK GROUP..NOW!The new RockNess group is up and running on facebook and growing quickly!!Next time you are on facebook throwing things at your friends and hugging strangers, pop over to the Rock Ness (dont forget the space) group page and sign up. Alternatively, click on 'facebook' on the community tab on this site. See great photos from last year, start discussions, invite your freinds and generally get excited... See you there.x 07 February 2008 |
 TANGERINE DREAMS...'Rockness '08 have got a new camping choice available to everyone with a camping ticket. With Tangerine Fields you can book a ready pitched tent which can come fully equipped with airbeds and sleeping bags so all you have to bring is your dancing shoes. Tents come in 3 sizes and all bookings can be made through their website www.tangerinefields.co.uk which will launch in March.'STAY TUNED... 05 February 2008 |
 UNDERWORLD LATEST MONSTER NESS ACTROCK NESS is looking forward to welcoming dance supremos UNDERWORLD as the latest massive act set to Rock the Loch this summer.Joining what is already a monster line up, this Rock Ness Scottish festival exclusive, is sure to generate a rapturous response from fans. The band, currently in the middle of a major world tour as Underworld Live, is enjoying a critically acclaimed renaissance with their awesome latest album Oblivion with Bells. This release, the fifth studio album from the electronic masters marks a stunning return to form. 05 February 2008 |
 Razorlight to headline Sunday night !!The stellar line up continues through Sunday with a double Scottish festival exclusive and Rock Ness coup, featuring two of the UKs biggest live rock acts; RAZORLIGHT and EDITORS.Joining these music heavyweights will be Brazilian dance popsters CSS, fast rising indie favourites THE CRIBS and the incredible HADOUKEN!, hailed by many as defining the sound of a new generation. The inimitably cool ROISIN MURPHY promises to dazzle RockNess fans and joining the charismatic songstress will be a live performance from the glorious SIMIAN MOBILE DISCO. Also making a very special appearance is legendary Chicago house DJ FELIX DA HOUSECAT, one who can truly claim his place amongst the dance music elite. 25 January 2008 |
 Fatboy Slim returns to rock the Loch..!!!FATBOY SLIM who wowed fans at the inaugural Rock Ness makes a hugely anticipated return as Saturday's main stage headliner.Fatboy Slim (AKA Norman Cook): " Playing at Loch Ness in 2006 was an unexpected delight. It's a fabulous place, the people are great and I'm really looking forward to coming back to see everyone again. Norm. X " Acts joining the superstar DJ across the Main Stage, Clash Arena and other bespoke areas include Dundees raucous rockers THE VIEW in this their only Scottish summer festival appearance. Pioneering German electro punksters DIGITALISM make their first visit to the Loch and will be performing live alongside RockNess favourites THE CUBAN BROTHERS and 2MANYDJS who make a welcome return with their expanded Radiosoulwax arena. DAVID GUETTA will also be flying in to host his legendary F**K ME I'M FAMOUS Ibiza club night in an exclusive arena. stay tuned... 25 January 2008 |
 A big welcome back to the Clash arena...Event director Jim King:"it's great that the guys are coming back this year, the magazine really reflects what the festival is about and the line up for the arena is amazing both days this year with more headline acts still to be announced." 24 January 2008 |
 Go North for the best new acts around...Once again, Rock Ness will continue to showcase the finest unsigned breakthrough music talent across the weekend via the GoNORTH Xposure stage.The stars of today playing with the stars of tomorrow! 24 January 2008 |
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