When did David Bowie perform at the Isle of Wight Festival?

When did David Bowie perform at the Isle of Wight Festival?

2004
Notable for: tributes to David Bowie, including a screening of his performance at the Isle of Wight Festival in 2004.

What year did Jimi Hendrix play at the Isle of Wight Festival?

1970
In 1970, a line up over 5 days included (amongst others) Jimi Hendrix, The Who, The Doors, Joni Mitchell, Supertramp, Leonard Cohen, Joan Baez, Chicago, Procol Harum and played to over 600,000 people.

What time does Isle of Wight festival start?

Jun 16 – Jun 19, 2022
Isle of Wight Festival/Dates

When did Foo Fighters play Isle of Wight?

2011
Isle of Wight Festival 2011 – Foo Fighters Proving why they’re one of the finest live bands on the planet, Dave Grohl and co. never stepped off the gas for a moment throughout their barnstorming 17-song set.

Who headlined Isle of Wight 2009?

The Prodigy
Headline acts were confirmed for Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights as The Prodigy, Stereophonics, Simple Minds and Neil Young respectively. On 8 June 2009 it was reported that tickets for the festival had sold out, however in an attempt to combat ticket touts, a limited number were held on the door.

Who started the Isle of Wight Festival?

The festival attracted an audience of approximately 150,000 to see acts including Bob Dylan, the Band, the Who, Free, Joe Cocker, the Bonzo Dog Band and the Moody Blues….

Isle of Wight Festival 1969
Founded by Rikki Far, Ronnie Foulk, Ray Foulk

Who founded the Isle of Wight Festival?

Isle of Wight Festival 1969
Genre Rock, folk, country, blues, jazz
Dates 29–31 August 1969
Location(s) Woodside Bay, Wootton creek, Isle of Wight, England
Founded by Rikki Far, Ronnie Foulk, Ray Foulk

When was the Isle of Wight festival in 1970?

Aug 26, 1970 – Aug 31, 1970
Isle of Wight Festival 1970/Date

Between the 26 and 31 August 1970, Joan Baez, Joni Mitchell, Jimi Hendrix, (his last ever UK appearance), Donovan, Jethro Tull, Miles Davis, Arrival, Cactus, Family, Taste, Mungo Jerry, ELP, The Doors, The Who, Spirit, The Moody Blues, Chicago, Procol Harum, Sly and the Family Stone and Free all appeared at the third …

Is Isle of Wight Festival cashless?

The Isle Of Wight becomes the UK’s first cashless festival with integrated access.

Can you take alcohol into Isle of Wight Festival?

Alcohol, food, cans & bottles are permitted in the Campsite only. NO water, soft drinks, alcohol or food to be brought into the Festival Site. EMPTY, reusable, drinking bottles and/or cups (up to 600ml) are permitted.

When did Bob Dylan play the Isle of Wight?

1969
Today marks the 50th anniversary of the Woodstock Festival in America.

Who played Isle of Wight 2010?

Event organisers Solo are in discussion with the Isle of Wight Council to seal a deal to guarantee the Festival continue for a further ten years. The first acts were confirmed as Jay-Z, The Strokes, Blondie, Pink, Squeeze and Orbital.

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