Meadows In The Mountains is like no other festival in the world. Nestled in the stunning heart of the Rhodopian Mountains near Bulgaria’s Greek border.
Meadows In The Mountains is set in an otherworldly and jaw-dropping setting that is unmatched anywhere on the planet. A truly encompassing and unique music, arts and literature festival which brings to life the possibility of real adventure embraced by guaranteed Sun and friendly faces fused with a thoughtful, inspired and explorative music and arts line up that burns brightly all day and all night against the magical back drop of the intimately beautiful mountain top scenery that makes it so very special.
Now in it’s second year and until now only accessible to those in the know, the festival this year opens its doors to offer a select number of festival tickets to the lucky few. To retain its Intimate and unrivalled ethos the festival does not follow trends and other festival concepts and is proud of its quirky and unique attitude and with a combined party mileage over the years the team have found the best tried and tested recipe for their way forward.
Over three days from sunrise to sunset and throughout the night under the stars, the music, art and theatre line up revolves around two main stages -Sunrise Slope and Sunset Valley all set in breathtaking scenery.
This year’s carefully selected music line up reflects the festival’s unique ethos and features some of the best dance, electronica and band talent under the Sun. Crazy P, known for some of the best live dance music shows on the planet will be getting the party started, whilst infamous producer and DJ Will Saul the man behind Simple Records and Aus Records will be taking to the decks to show off some deep dubdiscohousetechno licked with flashes of soul and irresistible melodies that hark back to the early days of Detroit, perfect to shake a leg to in the mountain Summer Sun.
Other artists heading out to Meadows In The Mountains include the likes of Belfast duo, Bicep (Feel My Bicep) with a love all things analog their blog Feel My Bicep has grown to be a retro goldmine for those searching for a cutting-edge and hard-to-find disco, Chicago-house, Detroit techno and italo edits - expect sonic treats!. Whilst East London underground legend and promoter Jane Fitz will be rocking the mountain top alongside the likes of Lo*Kee collective re-nound for their Sunday day parties in East London these boys really know how to get you going at the after after after after party and you can trust Riot Jazz to bring their infamous twisted mix of Funk, Soul, Hip Hop and aggressive jazz, sculpted round their live 8-piece Riot Jazz Brass Band to the party…. pure audio sunshine!. Somethinksounds will be also be representing with some of their infamous DJ sets that reflect the best of everything from House, Hip Hop, Garage, Techno, RnB, Funky, Reggae, Soul and Boogie.
Also joining them in the Meadows In The Mountains ranks over the festival’s jam packed three days will be some pretty amazing special guests and performances from some of the best soundsters around - Reggae Roast, Just Jack DJ’s, The Common Tongues, Mirko Hector, Tred Benedict, Carlos Valdes, Northern Purpose, Homepark, Kitsch&Sync, Dead Echo, QVC, Bruno Schmidt, The Priory, Demob Happy, The Colour Movement, Linley Hamilton Quartet, Henry Kirkup, Chaz Thorogood and many more. With an eclectic arts and theatre line up to be announced shortly what’s not to like?
Sunshine is a must when it comes to festivals and Meadows in The Mountains brings you some of the best weather that the Mediterranean has to offer. Set in the exceptionally beautiful surroundings of the Rhodope Mountains lies the quaint Bulgarian village of Polkovnik Serafimovo. 850m above sea level and a stones throw away from the Greek border, this enchanting village is where Meadows in the Mountains likes to call home.
Historically the country has been invaded and conquered by the Roman Empire, Genghis Khan, Alexander the Great and was finally enveloped by the mighty communist iron curtain (and now us!). As a result the local area has a rich cultural heritage including ancient Thracian sites such as Perperikon and Tatul; medieval castles, churches, monasteries and scenic villages with traditional Bulgarian architecture from 18th and 19th century. The Rhodopes is the greenest and most picturesque Bulgarian mountain range and is also known as the homeland of the mythological singer Orpheus. Orpheus was a legendary musician, poet, and prophet in ancient Greek religion and myth. His accolades are centered on his ability to charm all living things and even stones with his music. Like Orpheus, Meadows in the Mountains invites you to be charmed by our music along with the beautiful scenery and people of Bulgaria.
The festival ticket includes a camping pitch and tent, which leaves plenty of wallet space for drinks and heaps of bag space for favorite fancy dress. Showers and clean toilets are provided and the on site convenience shack will ensure all onsite needs are catered for. There are also limited availability for apartments and house rentals, these are situated in the nearby village, which is a pleasant 10-minute walk from the festival site.
On top of this Meadow In The Mountains festival goers will be treated to a delectable range of locally sourced fresh food will be available onsite to feed any hunger, no dried up burgers or greasy eggs and all charged at reasonable ‘festival’ prices.
For an exceptional festival of magical adventure Meadows In The Mountains is the one festival not to be missed this summer and with only a handful of tickets available and early bird tickets already gone expect tickets to be like go like magic mountain dust!
For all ticket info go to Meadows in the Mountains
Published on 17 March 2012 by Wayne Feltham
