{"id":19191,"date":"2023-06-05T15:57:05","date_gmt":"2023-06-05T14:57:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/projects.handsupfortrad.scot\/handsupfortrad\/?p=19191"},"modified":"2023-06-05T15:57:08","modified_gmt":"2023-06-05T14:57:08","slug":"tiree-music-festival-returns-this-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/projects.handsupfortrad.scot\/handsupfortrad\/tiree-music-festival-returns-this-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Tiree Music Festival Returns this year!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Tiree Music Festival (TMF)<\/strong>, known for its beautiful scenery, iconic beachfront and world-class line-ups, will return for its 12th edition between Friday 7 \u2013 Sunday 9 July 2023<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This year\u2019s roster of local, Scottish and international talent will see the legendary Scottish rock group Wet Wet Wet<\/strong> headline the multi-award winning festival, thrilling Tiree crowds for the first time. The revered band, formed of original members Graeme Clark<\/strong>, and Graeme Duffin<\/strong> and new vocalist Kevin Simm<\/strong> (winner of \u2018The Voice UK\u2019 and former member of Liberty X), have a busy summer of shows planned across Europe, and will make their TMF debut this July.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Graeme Clark, Wet Wet Wet founding member and bass player, said<\/strong>: \u201cThere\u2019s been talk for a while now about performing at the Tiree Music Festival so we\u2019re very happy that it\u2019s all been figured out. It\u2019s always special when the band plays in Scotland and it will be even more so when we bring the show onto the doorstep of the Tiree community for the first ever time.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Frontman Kevin Simm added:<\/strong> \u201cNot being from the west of Scotland, I\u2019ll have to admit to getting the map out for this (sorry!). I know that there\u2019s a lot of logistics involved in getting us there however that will make it even more of an incredible event and we can\u2019t wait to perform the hits at the festival. Tiree, here we come!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Homegrown talent Trail West<\/strong> and Skerryvore<\/strong> will return to the festival\u2019s big top on the opening and closing night, with Highland sensations Tide Lines<\/strong> returning to the home of their first ever gig on the Saturday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The festival\u2019s Elevate Stage will once again showcase the very best emerging talent in Scotland with sets from Scottish-electronic duo Valtos<\/strong>, all-female power house The Laurettes<\/strong>, TikTok singing star Nati Dreddd<\/strong> and, hot off the heels of his success on Britain\u2019s Got Talent, singer-songwriter and TMF enthusiast Cammy Barnes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cammy Barnes said:<\/strong> \u201cI couldn\u2019t be happier to be returning to Tiree Music Festival in July for what is sure to be an incredible weekend of music, craic and beautiful chaos. Last year was my TMF debut and I had an unbelievable time soaking up the epic scenery and unrivalled atmosphere. There is a palpable community spirit at this festival, which makes it all the more special to play at. TMF 2023 will be one to remember!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This year\u2019s line up will also pay special tribute to Gordon Connell<\/strong>, a driving force of musical talent on the island and dear friend of Tiree Music Festival, who sadly passed away in April this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TMF continues to attract thousands of visitors to the island annually, helping to significantly boost the island\u2019s local economy. More than 2,100 people attended Tiree Music Festival 2022 \u2013 the maximum capacity of the festival \u2013 and the event was supported by 80 volunteers, 50 staff, contractors and crew and 100 artists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the TMF 2022: Visitor Survey and Economic Impact Report<\/strong> carried out by MKA Economics, the economic impact of the festival increased by 20% since 2019 to \u00a31.5 million, with the total average spend per visitor during festival weekend estimated to be in the region of more than \u00a3486. Over TMF\u2019s 11 editions to date, the economic value of the festival to the island now tops \u00a38 million.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The continued success of the event often sees repeat visitors, with the economic impact report signifying that over half of those attending the festival in 2022 had been before. Last year\u2019s TMF also saw a marked increase in customers attending from outside Scotland, highlighting the festival\u2019s UK-wide reach and international appeal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The report also found that over half of 2022 audiences extended their trip to Tiree past the duration of the festival itself, highlighting attendees\u2019 desire to make an extended holiday out of their trip to the island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As always, TMF 2023 will include a vast array of activities and workshops to allow festival-goers to get the most of their time on Tiree, often dubbed as \u201cthe Hawaii of the North\u201d, and fully appreciate their beautiful surroundings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This year, the TMF Fringe<\/strong> programme events include tours and tastings at Tyree Gin\u2019s open day<\/strong> and Beach Yoga. Fergie\u2019s Fun Club<\/strong> will return to the festival with a host of activities for youngsters with a special carnival theme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Taking advantage of the white beaches on the festival\u2019s doorstep, ARB Sand Art<\/strong> will hold workshops over the weekend and create a giant TMF graphic on Crossapol beach, roping in the help of around 120 volunteers to help create the image.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TEUD – The Hebridean Fiddle Project<\/strong> will also put on an incredible performance after a string of sold-out shows across the Hebrides. TEUD – meaning string in English – grew out of a conversation regarding the differing Hebridean fiddle styles and music throughout the islands. A collaboration between fiddlers Claire Frances MacNeil<\/strong>, Shona Masson<\/strong> and Jamie MacDonald<\/strong>, the project draws on the musical and cultural heritage of each musician\u2019s home island, culminating in a performance of Gaelic music and songs showcasing the \u2018Hebridean fiddle style\u2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Having joined Creative Carbon Scotland\u2019s Green Arts Initiative last year, TMF 2023 will once again have a laser focus on sustainability. All waste will be taken off the island to be recycled and additional bike racks will also be installed to encourage people to use cycling as their main method of transportation around the island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Daniel Gillespie, Artistic Director for Tiree Music Festival, said:<\/strong> \u201cWith the 12th edition of TMF fast approaching, we\u2019re thrilled to announce some of the fantastic acts we have joining us for 2023. One of our main objectives when starting TMF was to bring world-renowned acts to the island so we are extremely excited to welcome a legendary act like Wet Wet Wet to Tiree for the first time. Being such a small and remote festival creates significant obstacles to make performances like this possible so we need to thank all our sponsors and travel partners who have helped facilitate this, as well as thanking the band for their enthusiasm to visit the festival and island for the first time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAs always, we\u2019re so grateful to each and every person who has bought a ticket, and we\u2019re sure this incredible line up will have everyone singing, jumping and dancing non-stop across the festival weekend.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TMF 2023 takes place on the island of TIree between Friday 7 \u2013 Sunday 9 July 2023. Anyone looking for the latest festival info should sign up to the festival\u2019s mailing list at https:\/\/tireemusicfestival.co.uk\/mailing-list\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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