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50 YEAR STORMRock

BBC Music Introducing Stage, Beach BarSunday 19:15

BBACKBEAT SOUNDSYSTEMIndie / Electronic

BBC Music Introducing Stage, Beach BarSunday 21:00Reminding the world that dub reggae is at the forefront of dance music culture Backbeat Soundsystem brings 8 musicians to the stage. Combining, lush harmonies, soaring melodies, flawless horn sections and undeniable groove prepare to be mesmerised.

BEN THORPEIndie / Acoustic

BBC Music Introducing Stage, Beach BarFriday 17:45

BIDEFORD PIES & DRAMSBagpipes & drums

Tarquin’s Gin Stage, West LooeSaturday 12:15

BOSCASTLE BUOYSShanty

Tarquin’s Gin Stage, West LooeSaturday 14:45

BREAKING TRADTraditional Irish Folk

Portbyhan Hotel Stage, West Looe Saturday 23:45 The Scaffold Stage, Champion MarqueeSunday 16:45Reviving trad with a fresh and modern twist, Breaking Trad are crossing the Irish Sea to perform at LMF2017. Combining accordion, fiddle and guitar their music has been described as ‘dazzling’, ‘unorthodox’ and ‘unique’.

CCANORYON LOWENChoral

Tarquin’s Gin Stage, West LooeSaturday 19:45

CASTRock

Korev Main StageSunday 20:00One of the top acts during the Britpop era of the 1990s Cast burst back on the scene in 2012 with the release of ‘Troubled Times’, their first studio album in ten years.

CHAY SNOWDON Modern Rock ‘n’ Roll

Korev Main StageFriday 18:30Chay Snowdon is bringing his 50’s rock ‘n’ roll vibe back to the beach this year – this time to the main stage.

DDAISY CLARKSinger / Songwriter

BBC Music Introducing Stage,Beach BarSaturday 21:15

DALLA Celtic Folk

The Scaffold Stage, Champion MarqueeFriday 19:45

DAN WHITEHOUSESinger Songwriter

The Scaffold Stage, Champion MarqueeSunday 15:15

DAVEY DODDS Singer / Songwriter

Portbyhan Hotel Stage, West Looe Saturday 21:00

DAYTONERFunk / Soul

BBC Music Introducing Stage,Beach BarSaturday 23:15

DISCO IN KERNOW Disco

Portbyhan Hotel Stage, West Looe Friday 22:15

DOUGIE BURNS & THE CADILLACSRock ‘n’ Roll

Groundworks Stage, Champion MarqueeSunday 19:00

EECHO TOWNRock / Blues

BBC Music Introducing Stage,Beach BarFriday 23:00Combining guitar, lap-slide, stomp box, harmonica, didgeridoo and percussion Echo Town will be bringing their vibrant live performance and multi-instrumental sounds to Looe.

FFALMOUTH SOUL SENSATIONSoul / Motown

The Scaffold Stage, Champion MarqueeFriday 18:00

FLAMING INFIDELSPop / Rock

Tarquin’s Gin Stage, West Looe Sunday 19:00

FUNKTRONIC FIVEFunk

The Scaffold Stage, Champion MarqueeSunday 21:15

H

HAUNT THE WOODSFolk

BBC Music Introducing Stage,Beach BarSaturday 19:45

HOLY MOLY & THE CRACKERSFolk

Groundworks Stage, Champion MarqueeSaturday 17:30

JJIMI MACKSinger / Songwriter

The Scaffold Stage, Champion MarqueeSunday 19:45

JOE CHOWN Folk / Punk

BBC Music Introducing Stage,Beach BarSaturday 11:15

JOHN CRAMPTONBlues

Groundworks Stage, Champion MarqueeSunday 20:30

JONAH’S LIFT Eclectic Folk Rock

BBC Music Introducing Stage,Beach BarFriday 19:15

KKATIE KIRK & RICK WILLIAMS Folk

Tarquin’s Gin Stage,West LooeSaturday 16:00

KERNUYCK Rock

Korev Main StageSaturday 13:30

KING CREATUREMetal

Korev Main Stage Saturday 17:30King Creature is the embodiment of rock and roll with powerful metal overtones. Having played with rock and metal heavy-hitters such as Motörhead, Megadeth, Hellyeah and Down, King Creature are determined that the true spirit of rock and roll lives on.

KOLA BONES Singer Songwriter

BBC Music Introducing Stage,Beach BarSaturday 12:45

LLEIGH DELAMAREQuirky Folk

The Scaffold Stage, Champion MarqueeSunday 18:15

LYONESSEFolk

Tarquin’s Gin Stage,West LooeSaturday 13:30

MMALAVITA Latin Reggae Funk

BBC Music Introducing Stage,Beach BarFriday 21:00

MARC RICE Acoustic

The Scaffold Stage, Champion MarqueeSunday 13:45

MARK BARNWELLSpanish Guitar

Tarquin’s Gin Stage,West LooeSunday 15:15

ME & THE DEVIL Rockabilly Country Blues

Groundworks Stage, Champion MarqueeSaturday 19:00

MEAGHAN BLANCHARDCanadian Singer Songwriter

The Scaffold Stage, Champion MarqueeSaturday 13:45

MERRY HELLFolk

The Scaffold Stage, Champion MarqueeSaturday 15:15

MICHAEL G MOOREPiano

Portbyhan Hotel Stage, West Looe Sunday 15:15

MIKE DENNIS Alt Hip Hop / Violinica

Groundworks Stage, Champion MarqueeSaturday 20:30

MR TEA & THE MINIONSGypsy Party

The Scaffold Stage, Champion MarqueeSaturday 19:45

NNINE BELOW ZEROBlues

Korev Main Stage Sunday 16:45Originally formed in South London in 1977 Nine Below Zero quickly developed a reputation as one of the best blues bands in the country.

NOEL PRIOR Singer Songwriter

BBC Music Introducing Stage,Beach BarSaturday 14:15

NORDETBreton Shanty

Tarquin’s Gin Stage,West LooeSaturday 17:15 Portbyhan Hotel Stage, West Looe Saturday 22:15

TTANKUS THE HENGECarnival

Korev Main StageSunday 18:15Looe Music Festival favourites are back on the bill and ready to ruin the silence and disturb the seagulls with their five wheeled, funk fuelled, open top, custom paint job, rock ‘n’ roll jalopy careering down the pier…

THE BUSKETEERSProgressive Busking

The Scaffold Stage, Champion MarqueeSaturday 16:45

THE CORRESPONDENTSElectronic

Groundworks Stage, Champion MarqueeSaturday 22:00Headlining the Harbour Marquee on the Saturday, The Correspondents gain their reputation in the electro swing scene for their energetic musical style. Listed in The Telegraph‘s top 10 Highlights of Glastonbury for two years running, get ready for a journey through electro and drum ‘n’ bass.

THE CO-OPERATIVE BIG BAND Big Band

Groundworks Stage, Champion MarqueeSaturday 13:00

THE DODGE BROTHERS Americana / Skiffle Korev Main StageSunday 13:45Renowned for playing the hell out of classic Americana The Dodge Brothers combinine an exuberant hybrid of country blues, rockabilly, jugband and skiffle.

THE GRENAWAYSFolk

BBC Music Introducing Stage,Beach BarSaturday 16:00

THE HUCKLEBERRY FINNS Rock

Korev Main StageFriday 17:00

THE LOOEKELELESUkulele

Tarquin’s Gin Stage,West LooeFriday 18:30

THE MEMBRANESPunk

Korev Main StageSaturday 19:00Blackpool-boys The Membranes followed their own dark path of punk and DIY ethic influenced rock. Receiving critical acclaim for their 2016 album ‘Dark Matter / Dark Energy’ they cemented their return to the stage after a twenty-six year break.

THE NORMALS Ska / Pop

Groundworks Stage, Champion MarqueeFriday 20:30

THE PEOPLE’S STRING FOUNDATIONFolk

Groundworks Stage, Champion MarqueeSaturday 14:30

THE POLPERRO WRECKERSMale Voice / Shanty

Tarquin’s Gin Stage,West LooeSaturday 18:30

THE RAISERock

Groundworks Stage, Champion MarqueeSaturday 16:00

THE ROYAL NORTHCanadian Rock

Korev Main StageSunday 15:15With a unique blend of guitar driven 80’s rock, modern pop and a healthy dose of Canadiana, The Royal North are poised to bring their brand of sound all the way from Canada to Looe.

THE SIMMERTONESSka

Groundworks Stage, Champion MarqueeSunday 22:00Infectious and exciting, authentic ska and reggae band The Simmertones will be packing out the Harbour Marquee for the festival’s Sunday night finale.

THE UNDERTONESPunk

Korev Main StageSaturday 20:30Marking their 40th anniversary last year with scorching live performances throughout the UK and Europe, the reviews and the fans say the band are playing better than ever before. Get ready to experience their punk rock performance on Saturday at the beach.

THE VELVET HANDSPunk / Rock

Korev Main StageSunday 12:15

TOBY BURTON Singer Songwriter

The Scaffold Stage, Champion MarqueeSaturday 12:15

TOTALLY UKELESSUkulele

Tarquin’s Gin Stage,West LooeSunday 17:45

UUNCLE FRANKIndie Rock

Korev Main Stage Saturday 15:00Taking the main stage by storm last year, one third of the Fun Lovin’ Criminals is back with his own band Uncle Frank. Playing music made with soul, funk, rage and love the stage is set for Uncle Frank as he makes waves on the beach on Saturday.

VVELVET ECHOES Indie / Rock

BBC Music Introducing Stage,Beach Bar Sunday 16:00

WWAYFARERSAcoustic

Tarquin’s Gin Stage,West LooeSunday 14:00

WILL KEATINGSinger Songwriter

Groundworks Stage, Champion MarqueeSunday 14:30

WILLIAM THE CONQUERORAmericana

BBC Music Introducing Stage,Beach BarSunday 17:30

OO’HOOLEY & TIDOWFolk

Groundworks Stage, Champion MarqueeSunday 16:00The voice and piano songwriting duo of Belinda O’Hooley and Heidi Tidow is regarded as ‘one of British folk’s mightiest combinations’ (Mojo). Showcasing their originality and skill be prepared for their performance to disarm you.

OH MAJESTER Alternative / Indie

BBC Music Introducing Stage,Beach BarSunday 14:30

ONE STEP BEHINDSka

Groundworks Stage, Champion MarqueeFriday 22:00Well known for their on-stage antics with which they build up an authentic ‘Nutty’ atmosphere, One Step Behind’s philosophy is to carry forward the mad mantle into the 21st Century and beyond.

PPORTS Rock / Indie / Folk

Groundworks Stage, Champion MarqueeSunday 17:30

RRAMSHACKLE SERENADE Rockabilly

Groundworks Stage, Champion MarqueeFriday 19:00Portbyhan Hotel Stage, West Looe Friday 21:00

REVEREND & THE MAKERS Rock

Korev Main StageFriday 20:00English rock band Reverend and the Makers burst onto the scene with their debut single ‘Heavyweight Champion of the World’. The band fuse together indie rock melodies and attitudes with dance rhythms and electronica. If you’re not already part of the ‘rev army’ be prepared to be recruited.

ROSE KIMBERLEY Singer Songwriter

BBC Music Introducing Stage,Beach BarSunday 13:00

ROSIE CROW Pop

BBC Music Introducing Stage,Beach BarSaturday 18:15

RSVPBhangra

Korev Main StageSaturday 12:00

RUPERT STROUD Indie Rock

The Scaffold Stage, Champion MarqueeFriday 21:15

SSAMPHIRELadies Choral

Tarquin’s Gin Stage, West LooeSunday 16:30

SERIOUS CHILDQuirky Folk Rock

The Scaffold Stage, Champion MarqueeSaturday 18:15

SHAMROCK Folk

Groundworks Stage, Champion MarqueeSunday 13:00

SONIC JAZZ PROJECTJazz

Portbyhan Hotel Stage, West Looe Sunday 17:45

SOUND OF THE SIRENSAcoustic Folk Rock

The Scaffold Stage, Champion MarqueeSaturday 21:15Expect rootsy, foot stomping, heart rending, crowd-pleasing folk in the Harbour Marquee on Saturday as Exeter-based duo Sound of the Sirens take to the stage.

ST PINNOCK BRASS BAND Brass

Tarquin’s Gin Stage,West LooeFriday 19:45

STEAMPUNK MORRISMorris

Groundworks Stage, Champion MarqueeSaturday 11:15

GRAB YOUR LMF REFILLABLE STACK CUP AT THE BAR!

SEE YOU ON THE BEACH‘AGAS GWELES WAR AN TRETH’

THE JESUS & MARY CHAIN Alternative Rock

Korev Main Stage Friday 21:45Changing the course of popular music with their seminal debut album ‘Psychocandy’ The Jesus and Mary Chain stand-alone musically, culturally and in sheer attitude.

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A-Z

PLEASE NOTE: Times of performances were correct at the time of going to press but are subject to change. We are unable to cover every last detail in this guide, so please check out our Now & Next mobile site for the latest updates.

PLEASE NOTE: Times of performances were correct at the time of going to press but are subject to change. We are unable to cover every last detail in this guide, so please check out our Now & Next mobile site for the latest updates.

PLEASE NOTE: Times of performances were correct at the time of going to press but are subject to change. We are unable to cover every last detail in this guide, so please check out our Now & Next mobile site for the latest updates.

SUNDAY

HAPPY MONDAYSMadchester

Korev Main Stage Sunday 21:45The summer of love never ended. 30 years on, the 24 hour party is still going strong: Happy Mondays are headlining Sunday night, main stage on the beach.

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LULU [HEADLINER PICTURE INSERT]Pop

Korev Main Stage Saturday 22:00For five decades, Lulu has been a legend on stage, on TV and in film. Now she’s coming here, to take over Looe Beach with her bluesy, soulful voice and infectious passion. Mark your place in the sand, it’s going to get lively…

THE KOREV

90 BANDS / 5 STAGES / 3 DAYSSEE YOU ON THE BEACH / AGAS GWELES WAR AN TRETH

SATURDAY

FRIDAY