GOSSIP, Soul II Soul Soundsystem, Bat For Lashes, Candie Payne, Robyn, Carl Craig, And Mr Scruff have all announced that they are joining the Bestival line-up.
Portland Oregon's the Gossip are undeniably the world's hottest band. Fronted by the controversy-courting Beth Ditto, the band's high-octane blend of sinewy punk riffs and potent, Gospel tinged vocals has propelled them to the top of the musical tree.
Their universally acclaimed third album Standing In The Way Of Control whose title track was written by Ditto as a response to her government's decision to deny gays the right to marriage in the U.S. has seen the band living up to the hype and cementing their status as bona fide rock-n-roll icons.
Festival curator Rob Da Bank said: "The Gossip have made quite a few of my favourite records of the last year and their leader Beth Ditto is gonna whip our crowd into shape big time! Soul II Soul on the other hand have made quite a few of my favourite records ever and I'm well pleased to have tempted them to do a rare full live show on the Saturday night."
Bestival, September 7 - 9, Robin Hill Country Park, Newport, Isle of Wight. Tickets £115 plus booking fee. To book, ring 08700 667753 or visit www.bestival.net
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