Nothing says summer like a field full of fancy-dressed makeup and glitter sporting dayglo and lycra-wearing masses. A smiling host of characters from Top Gun, A-Team, Heidi Hi, ET and CHiPs dancing along to those hits that just won’t quit. The artists on stage are, at times, almost secondary because those who attend yearly will confirm, that Rewind is as much about the crowd, atmosphere and nostalgia as it is about the acts. So dust off the camping chairs, get the fez, braces and inflatable pink flamingo down from the attic (usually stuck behind the Christmas decorations) and get to one of three UK Rewind destinations and yes, Henley is the best one.
My band tips for Rewind this year are,
- Bad Manners, do not miss Buster and Co, they had eight top forty hits in the 80’s and you’ll skank to them all.
- Roland Gift, FYC were one hell of a band and Roland still has one hell of a voice.
- Peter Hook and The Light, is an odd Rewind choice but the New Order and Joy Divison man and band are definitely one to watch.
- Jason Donovan, C’mon it’s JD and darn it, he still looks like the boy next door!
- Kim Wilde, if only for the ‘Kids In America’ sing-a-long and watching a field full of men of a certain vintage wipe the rose-tinted drool from the corner of their wide open mouths.
See you at the bar for a Babycham, Hoffmeister or Corona cream soda and don’t forget to take the bottle back!
All your Rewind information is below!
REWIND SCOTLAND: Scone Palace 19th– 21st July 2024
Headlined by BILLY OCEAN and THE BOOMTOWN RATS.
REWIND NORTH: Capesthorne Hall 2nd– 4th August 2024
Headlined by BILLY OCEAN and SQUEEZE.
REWIND SOUTH: Henley On Thames 16th– 18th August 2024
Headlined by BILLY OCEAN and THE JACKSONS.
Other artists include:
Tony Hadley, Gabrielle, Earth, Wind and Fire Experience by Al McKay, Kim Wilde, Midge Ure, Heather Small, Studio 54 Live, Aswad, Bad Manners, Boyzlife, Living in A Box, Heatwave, Katrina, Altered Images, Tiffany, Roland Gift, Nik Kershaw, Shakatak, Peter Hook and the Light, Hue & Cry, The Christians, Jason Donovan, Men Without Hats,
The Selecter, David Grant (from Linx)
(See individual dates for line up)
“Rewind Festival is an extraordinary celebration of music, culture, and nostalgia. Its ability to transport attendees back in time through iconic performances, decorations, and a vibrant atmosphere cements its status as a one-of-a-kind event.” TotalEntertainment.com
“The most fun festival of the year, Rewind once again proved a retro throwback slice of nostalgia soundtracked by the jukebox that defined a generation.” Eon Music
Following another huge successful Rewind last year,we are thrilled to announce Rewind is back for 2024 bringing the 80’s and beyond to Scotland, North and South once again!! Rewind…..for a better time!!
REWIND 2024 Saturday nights will be headlined by the legendary BILLY OCEAN bringing a specially created Rewind exclusive show. This spectacular show will include a Big Band, Gospel Choir and some very special guests and of course all his hits from ‘When the Going Gets Tough’ to ‘Get Outta My Dreams, Get Into My Car,’ ‘Love Really Hurts Without You,’ and the simply gorgeous ‘Suddenly.’ This is a Festival Exclusive that you really won’t want to miss!
REWIND SCOTLAND will by headlined by THE BOOMTOWN RATS on the Sunday night, performing their hits ‘I Don’t Like Mondays’, ‘Rat Trap’, ‘She’s So Modern’ and many more! They may not like Mondays, but we are going to love this Sunday!
REWIND NORTH will see headliners SQUEEZE close the festival on the Sunday, their first time performing at Rewind North. The band weresuper keen to come back to play for their fans having been unable to perform last year. They will be blasting out their top-ten chart hits singles ‘Cool for Cats,’ ‘Up the Junction,’ ‘Labelled with Love’ and more!
REWIND SOUTH Sunday headliners are THE JACKSONS. Consisting of original members, Jermaine, Tito, Jackie and Marlon they’ll be performing all of their mega-hits made famous with their brother Michael. Songs such as ‘ABC,’ ‘I Want You Back,’ ‘I’ll Be There,’ ‘Rockin’ Robin,’ and many more!
At all three REWIND 2024 festivals, the main stage show will be hosted by Jenny Powell (Greatest Hits Radio) on Saturdays and by The Doctor (Dr. & The Medics) on Sundays. And the latest addition to Rewind, is Studio 54 Live, kicking it off on the main stage every Saturday at each of the festivals. Studio 54 Live is the spectacular all-singing, all-dancing celebration of everything Disco, Funk and Groove. You’ll be thrilled by pitch-perfect harmony, high energy, slick choreography and the selection of disco classics!
Plus, for your continued enjoyment The Pink Flamingo Club will once again be in the Big Top, an 80’s and beyond themed nightclub, with the Edwin Starr Band (Rewind Scotland and North on the Friday and on the Riverside Stage at Rewind South on the Friday) headline DJs Jenny Powell (all Rewind Festivals on Saturday), The Doctor (all Rewind Festivals on Sunday)spinning all your favourite tunes to keep the party atmosphere going well into the night!
All REWIND 2024 Sunday nights will conclude with a fantastic firework display – what better way to end the weekend than with the skies being lit up with a stunning display.
And there’s more!!! Rewind Festival weekend is not just about who is performing on the main stage, but an event including other exciting entertainment such as the Silent Disco, funfair rides, kid-zone with entertainment for the little Rewinders, shops & stalls for jewellery, t-shirts, food & drink. And in Rewind Festival style you can get ‘married’ in the Inflatable Church! Yes, the big church of rubbery love is back once again rockin’ the retro vibes.
And for those wanting to make a whole weekend of it, there’s the general camping area – the perfect place to pitch your tent along with Glamping opportunities available. Or for those not wanting a night under canvas, there are Campervan or caravan pitches. And with shower and toilet facilities available within the campsite everything is only ever a short walk away.
Rewind is delighted that Greatest Hits Radio are once again, the Official Radio Partner. Andy Ashton, Director of Content at Greatest Hits Radio Network added:
“We’re delighted that Greatest Hits Radio will once again be the Official Partner at all three UK Rewind festivals this summer. Last year was such a huge success with a trio of incredible live events generating brilliant must-listen content for the station – and I’m sure that 2024 will be no different. I’m looking forward to seeing Greatest Hits Radio’s very own Jenny Powell on the Rewind stage and being able to share the action with all our listeners. The good times really do sound like this….!”
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