Orange Evolution unveils lineup

United Kingdom | | 22 March 2006

Taking over various clubs and venues from 18-29 May, Orange Evolution culminates in a multi-staged, one-day outdoor festival on Newcastle and Gateshead Quayside on the bank holiday Monday (29) ... and it's free!

Other bands playing across the three stages include Graham Coxon, Freestylers, Boy Kill Boy, Jim Noir, Hayseed Dixie, The Proclaimers and Richard Hawley. Click here for the full lineup.

Wristbands are not required in advance so you can just turn up on the day, although organisers have warned that venues will have limited capacities and have reserved the right to refuse admission.

In the days leading up to the free showcase event there will be dozens of gigs taking place at various venues throughout the area, including Newcastle Carling Academy, The Cluny, The Sage Gateshead and Digital.

Acts booked for these 'pay-for' events include Guillemots, Mr Scruff, Taking Back Sunday, The Futureheads, DJ Format, Sandy Rivera, and James Taylor Quartet.

North-East club kings Shindig are also holding a huge outdoor dance party on the Sunday (28) in Baltic Square from 6pm until midnight, featuring Junior Jack, Kid Creme, Dimitri From Paris and more. Tickets cost £23 advance.

Click here for the official site which contains more details on the Shindig party and paid for gigs.

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