24 - 27 August 2023
Camper Calling, get ready for your Sunday Lakeside Stage headliners…the legendary Travis!
The multi-platinum and BRIT award winning band’s set list is sure to include songs from all 9 of their epic albums.
Their music has been gracing our ears for over 25 years and we couldn’t be more excited to have Travis headline. With a whole host of singalongs, your weekend at Calling couldn’t be set to end in a more perfect way.
Your Saturday Lakeside Stage Headliner is the iconic Jessie J!
Wielding seismic vocals that register on the Richter scale, unbridled soul, confessional lyrics, and empowering attitude, the multiplatinum BRIT Award-winning and GRAMMY® Award-nominated songstress Jessie J touches hearts every time she steps up to a microphone. With epic tunes such as ‘Domino’, ‘Price Tag’, ‘Flashlight’ and of course ‘Bang Bang’, even a decade on from their releases her voice keeps getting bolder, better, and bigger.
Saturday night on the Lakeside Stage, the unmissable Jessie will be bringing the party!
Headlining Lakeside Friday night, it’s Groove Armada DJ SET!
One of the most successful dance acts of all time, Groove Armada have consistently and uncompromisingly followed their own vision. From the dancehall dub of ‘Superstylin’’ to the crossover pop appeal of ‘Song 4 Mutya (Out of Control)’ and from the dancefloor-igniting ‘I See You Baby’ to the woozy sunset vibes of ‘At The River’, each cut stands alone as a certified classic, revered in the dance music hall of fame for their timeless appeal.
Their live shows are certified exhilarating and life-affirming; They focus on ensuring every element of the sound is as live as possible, bringing you the best possible experience during a set. Three UK Top 10 albums; three Grammy nominations; a BRIT nomination; and a succession of hit singles that are still being discovered by new fans to this day, the sound of the Groove Armada will have us all superstylin' Friday night!!
Heaven it’s so much heaven!
Multi award winning singer-songwriter Sophie Ellis-Bextor will be joining us Sunday on the Lakeside Stage at Camper Calling!
The chart-topping icon and Kitchen Disco host will be sure to bring us a perfect blend of her old and new tunes, and we couldn’t be more excited to have Sophie join us as our Sunday support.
You better not steal the dad-dancing moves, DJ…
They’re going to Fill our Little Camper Calling World right up!
We’re very excited to announce that our Thursday Headliners are The Feeling!
This rock/pop band has been bringing beautiful tunes to us for nearly two decades, with massive hits ‘Love It When You Call’, ‘Sewn’, ‘Never Be Lonely’ and ‘Fill My Little World’ to name a few.
British music at its finest, we’re thrilled to have The Feeling open Camper Calling 2024!
Headlining the Arrow Stage Saturday night, it’s Kula Shaker!
Named after a 10th century south-Indian King, Kula Shaker first carried their royal flag of retro freakery and spiritual sonics to the toppermost of the poppermost during the heady days of Britpop, with songs like ‘Tattva’ and ‘Hush’ from the multi-platinum selling album ‘K’. Fast forward to the present day and 2024 sees the band ride out once again, mystical-machine-guns-a-blazing, with the release of ‘NATURAL MAGICK’ — their brand new 7th studio album.
With their live shows being less like gigs than bona-fide happenings, their positive energy is sure to soar around Camper Calling for all to enjoy.
Why don’t you come on over, Callers?! Our Saturday support is The Zutons!
With their unique blend of rock, pop, jazz, funk, and general eclecticism, the band bring a stunning sound to be enjoyed by all music lovers. Punky British music at its finest, we’re thrilled to be welcoming The Zutons to Camper Calling! Catch them on the Lakeside Stage, Saturday night.
We’re all gonna’ be left with that Zuton Fever in our heads!
Headlining the Arrow Stage Sunday, it’s The Beat!
With each band member bringing a taste of soul, reggae, pop and punk, they collectively pulled these disparate pieces together and created infectious dance rhythms in their music. In 1979 The Beat were riding high in the UK charts with their first single, a smoking remake of the classic Smokey Robinson tune ‘Tears of a Clown’. They became an overnight sensation and one of the most popular and influential bands of the British Ska movement.
Over the course of the next five years The Beat toured relentlessly and released three studio albums: “I Just Can’t Stop It”, “Wh’appen”, both reaching number 3 in The UK album charts and “Special Beat Service”.
BBC1 recently launched their new 6-part series ‘This Town’ about the rise of Ska. Ranking Jnr features in the series talking about Rankin Rogers input in the Ska and Two Tone movement.
The Beat featuring Ranking Jnr continue to perform all the classic hits in their dynamic live shows. Catch them on the Arrow Stage Sunday night for a Ska, Reggae and Punk Rock party!
Your Friday Arrow Stage Headliners are From The Jam!
Between 1977-1982, The Jam were undoubtedly one of the biggest selling and most influential bands for a generation. They produced hit single after hit single as well as six top selling studio albums.
Since 2007, From the Jam have kept the fire and skill mantra alive with every gig delivering the raw passion loved and admired by every Jam fan. Foxton and Hastings will bring you The Jam’s greatest hits at Camper Calling, from A Town Called Malice, Going Underground and Start!, to That’s Entertainment and Down in the Tube Station at Midnight.
Photo credit: Nico Wills
Playing Sunday on the Arrow Stage, it’s Hothouse Flowers!
Hothouse Flowers have been singing and playing all over the world for thirty years, yet no two shows are ever the same; The band call upon their grand repertoire to create a show that is unique to the time and place. Witnessing Hothouse Flowers there is a sense of musical adventure, an impulse to reach new heights and depths in music where the unspoken aim is that the band and the audience become one. In true Rock ‘n’ Roll spirit they do not take themselves seriously, however, there is no mistaking the musical integrity among them as they open up to each other in musical dialogue.
Their performance, spirit, expression and humour is sure to bring an epic show like no other at Camper Calling. Catch them Sunday night on the Arrow Stage, it’ll be a Thing of Beauty.
The Bluetones are playing Saturday at Camper Calling!
In ‘95 when their debut release broke into the Top 40, The Bluetones were launched into the industry with 14 hit singles such as ‘Slight Return’ ‘Sleazy Bed Track’ and ‘Bluetonic’, and 6 albums followed on. After years of successful tours and worldwide shows, 2024 will bring brand new music from The Bluetones - their first in 14 years!
Catch them on the Lakeside Stage, Saturday evening. Your ‘4-Day Weekend’ at Camper Calling could just be the best one yet!
Joining us all the way from Aus, we are thrilled to announce Royel Otis to the lineup!
After forming in 2019 and drip-feeding music into the world ever since, Royel Otis continue their rise to the top. To date, they have amassed over 75 million streams, covered global playlists on Spotify and Apple Music, and have kicked off their PRATTS & PAIN tour to sold out crowds across Australia with the US to follow. Their new album PRATTS & PAIN recently debuted at No.10 amongst some of the world’s most popular artists and hit No.1 album in Australia and No.1 vinyl in the ARIA charts.
Their triple j Like a Version cover of 'Murder on the Dancefloor' is currently featuring in the Top 40 in over 15 countries and this is only the beginning. Stream their debut album PRATTS & PAIN, ‘Oysters In My Pocket’, ‘Sofa King’ and ‘Kool Aid’ now to see what the hype is all about. Sunday on the Lakeside Stage, you’ve just got to be there!
High energy, punk rock powerhouses Punk Rock Factory make easy work of their special brand of punk covers, and we’re ecstatic to welcome them to Camper Calling!
Formed in 2014, the boys were drawn together for their love of great music. The band quickly began to combine everything we all love about 1990s/2000s punk rock with classic and hit songs like you’ve never heard before. From the epic-ness of Meat Loaf to the soaring power of a musical theatre ballad, nothing is off limits to them. Their album ‘A Whole New Wurst’ consists entirely of Disney classics with their unique punk rock twist, and it became an instant success upon its release. Their revivals even consist of children’s TV themes from the Flintstones to the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, giving hilarious remakes and epic covers to many songs we know and cherish.
Catch Punk Rock Factory on the Arrow Stage, Sunday evening, for a new experience of head-banging to ‘Let It Go’, ‘How Far I’ll Go’ and ‘You’re Welcome’!
Experience this special tribute show bringing the music, love and message of the King of Reggae with The Bob Marley Revival!
With sincere dedication to recapturing the spirit of Bob Marley, The Revival will take you on a musical journey keeping his reggae vibe and message alive.
Everyone will be Jamming on Saturday at the Lakeside Stage, so don’t miss out! It’ll be Love that you’re feeling at Camper Calling…
Bringing an authentic Southern soul sound to Camper Calling, it’s the Atlantic Players!
This 9-piece soul band from Moseley are thrilled to be back at Camper Calling for 2024, seven years after making their debut at the festival. Hugely influenced by Stax, Willie Mitchell and generally most things from Memphis circa 1966, it’s no surprise that you can expect nothing but good old Southern Rhythm and Blues with The Atlantic Players.
Having toured with some of the greats including Geno Washington, Martha Reeves, Joe 'Pep’' Harris, members of UB40 and more, it’s just one big party when you catch these guys live! Arrow Stage, Sunday afternoon - we’ll see you there!
Making their Camper Calling debut, it’s Dutch Criminal Record!
After a successful 2023 signing to their first record label, this British Indie band from Bristol are set for a huge career. Their long friendship is evident in their chemistry on stage and in their music, so it’s a joyous set to watch. They’ve supported the likes of Royal Blood, The K's, The Royston Club, Sports Team and Sea Girls, so fans of these bands are sure to enjoy Dutch Criminal Record’s tunes.
Catch them on the Arrow Stage, Sunday afternoon!
Guess who’s back? Back again? The boys are back, tell ya friends! After serious demand, Thrill Collins and Camper Calling once more reunite for an afternoon of skiffle-pop, boppy covers and one hell of a party. Catch them Sunday on the Lakeside Stage - you won’t want to miss one of the most talked about acts in Camper Calling history!
Who loves the North? We Love the North! And what better way to celebrate our love than with the Lancashire Hotpots!
Back by popular demand and mutual appreciation of a Chippy Tea, we’re thrilled to announce that the Hotpots will be performing on the Lakeside Stage, Sunday afternoon! Join Bernard and the boys for a blast of singalong music and madcap fun.
Rumour has it that last year's Callers are still Leaning Forwards and Backwards in the Ragley fields…
Welcome GIRLBAND! to the lineup!
GIRLBAND! are an alternative three-piece from Nottingham; A formidable force for good and a dynamic group that pull on influences from the 50s to the 90s, creating a joyous, natural musical palette cleanser like no other.
A punk band making pop songs, influences include other seminal three-pieces such as Jimi Hendrix, Nirvana and The Police, as well female-led groups such as The Breeders, The Cranberries and The Pretenders. The girls are, in their own words, ‘a bulletproof wolfpack’.
Georgie, Jada and Kay come together to create the perfect girlband, and you can catch them on the Arrow Stage, Sunday afternoon!
We’re excited to announce Jamie Grey to the lineup!
Jamie has been capturing people's imagination with his emotionally driven powerful vocal delivery coupled with his melodic hooky songs. His style, predominantly through use of acoustic guitar and piano, is at the core singer/songwriter but he flirts in several sub genres from straight pop to folk, soul, as well as RnB. His first independent release in 2019 'Arms Around You' was instantly picked up by the editorial playlist on Spotify ‘Sad Songs’ and stayed at the top of the playlist for 8 months, amassing over 12 million streams.
With a career that has gained a huge following in such a short period of time, Jamie is sure to provide us with the perfect melodic start to our Sunday morning, Lakeside Stage at Camper Calling!