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Bay City Rollers Guitarist Neil Henderson Dies Aged 73
Former Bay City Rollers guitarist Neil Henderson has died aged 73 following a battle with the effects of a stroke. He played on the band's breakthrough 1971 hit Keep On Dancing before later joining Scottish pop group Middle of the Road.
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3970 articlesBay City Rollers Guitarist Neil Henderson Dies Aged 73
Former Bay City Rollers guitarist Neil Henderson has died aged 73 following a battle with the effects of a stroke. He played on the band's breakthrough 1971 hit Keep On Dancing before later joining Scottish pop group Middle of the Road.
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Hyde Park Winter Wonderland 2026: K-Pop Circus, Neverland, £1 Entry
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland is back from 19 November 2026 to 3 January 2027 with two big debuts: Gandeys K-Pop Dragon Circus and a Peter Pan-themed Magical Ice Kingdom carved from 500 tonnes of ice. Plus £1 off-peak entry every Monday to Thursday in November — tickets are on sale now.
Ben Robinson· ReadSimply Red to Headline Somerset Sounds Festival at Cooper Associates
Global soul-pop legends Simply Red have been unveiled as the headline act for Somerset Sounds festival, set to take place at Taunton's Cooper Associates County Ground. With an exclusive South West show in 2027, the event promises a stellar lineup and significant economic impact on the region.
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One Love / One Sun 2027: £35 Day Tickets, Lewes Shuttle, Line-Up Soon
One Love / One Sun is back at Bentley Estate near Lewes on 20–22 August 2027 — and it's listened to year-one feedback. Expect new £35 and £45 non-camping local day tickets, a £60 campervan pass, a planned Lewes shuttle and an 11pm headline finish, with the first 2027 artists revealed in two weeks.
Wayne Feltham· ReadAI and UK Festivals: The Good, the Bad and the Fake
AI is now woven through UK festivals – spotting crowd surges early and fighting ticket bots, but also flooding streaming with fake bands, forging line-up posters and powering ticket scams. UKFG weighs the evidence on both sides and sets out a five-point AI pledge for festivals to sign up to.
Ben Robinson· ReadUK Festivals 2027: Which One Fits You and What to Book Right Now
The 2027 UK festival season is already on sale. Glastonbury is back, Download, Isle of Wight, Boardmasters and Creamfields have dates, and registration deadlines are days away. Here's how to pick the right festival for your crew, from first-timers to families to ravers, and what to sort now.
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FeastyFest 2026 Day 1 of Families, Food, Music and Dancing
FeastyFest Cheam brought Cheam Park to life on Saturday as families, friends, music fans and plenty of dogs enjoyed a day of great food, drinks, children's entertainment and music ranging from live rock to old-school rave and dance
Wayne· ReadCreamfields 2027: The Prodigy Announced as First Headliner
Creamfields, the iconic electronic music festival, marks its 30th anniversary with the announcement of The Prodigy as the first headliner for the 2027 edition. Learn about the history of Creamfields and the impact of this exciting reveal.
Ben Robinson· ReadGlastonbury 2027 Ticket Sale Dates - Price Rises to £408
Glastonbury Festival has confirmed that tickets for its 2027 return will go on sale in October, with general admission costing £408 including the booking fee.
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FeastyFest Cheam 2026 Tickets Selling Fast - Book Before the Weekend
FeastyFest Cheam 2026 is approaching fast, and organisers are urging visitors to secure their tickets before the festival returns to Cheam Park on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September.
Wayne· ReadArtists for Gaza 2026: Paul Weller, Madness play Scala on 27 Sept
Paul Weller, four members of Madness and Roxy Music's Andy Mackay play live, with DJ sets from The Clash's Paul Simonon, The Specials' Jerry Dammers and Primal Scream's Bobby Gillespie, as Artists for Gaza returns to the 800-capacity Scala on 27 September 2026 in aid of Health Workers 4 Palestine.
Ben Robinson· ReadOne Love / One Sun Festival Confirms 2027 Return to Bentley Estate
One Love / One Sun Festival, renowned for blending reggae and electronic music, confirms its return to Bentley Estate in 2027. Organizers plan to enhance the experience, broaden the audience, and maintain the festival's independent spirit.
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