24 - 27 August 2023
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.
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.
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’!
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!
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!
Hailing from Sheffield, The Rosadocs are a five piece alt rock/indie band rising up through the upcoming UK indie music scene. They are described as having meaningful lyrical roots with strong guitar driven melodies and anthemic, arena filling choruses.
2023 was a stellar year for the band. They sold out a full UK tour along with a gigantic sold out hometown headline show , as well as joining the likes of Madness, Kim Wilde, The K’s, The Sherlocks, The Lathums, Sleeper and many more with support slots.
Described by National Music Magazines as ‘one of the most in demand Anthemic Indie-rock bands on the circuit right now’, 2024 certainly looks to be a huge year for The Rosadocs! Catch them opening the Arrow Stage, Sunday!
Did someone shout for MORE Bogies?!
Following their totally epic set at Calling ‘23, we had to have the legends Dick & Dom back to bogie, I mean boogie, with us again!
With two incredible sets to look forward to, there’s simply no way you can miss this energy-filled, hilarious DJ-ing duo! Join them at Lakeside early Saturday for their ‘In Da Noughties’ set, followed later over on Arrow Stage for their rave show!
Prost! It’s not Camper Calling without the return of our beloved Bierkeller Schunklers. Once more we welcome you to raise your stein Saturday night at Aüguztfest!
A legendary night at Camper Calling and known to be one of the most popular, you’ll laugh until you cry ensuring not a dry eye (or glass!) in the house!
Fancy dress is STRONGLY encouraged, so ready the Lederhosen and get on your Dirndl and prepare to toe tap, clap and thigh slap the night away!
Back and even bigger than before, it’s The Kairos!
In 2017, 4 lads growing up amongst Liverpool’s omnipresent music scene decided to start a band. Their debut single, Money Mind, set a blistering benchmark for the tracks that followed - As well as establishing their proud influence in Rock music. With songs falling out of their ears, the band released their EP "Better Late than Never" in May 2023, with lead singles "Thick Of It" & "Trip Through The Night" receiving airtime on national radio. And this is only the beginning.
Catch them on the Arrow Stage, Saturday! No Kairo No Party, right?
Get ready to dive into the stunning harmonious tones of The Deep Blue!
Quietly outspoken with an air of rebelliousness, The Deep Blue’s breathtaking indie-folk and hypnotic harmonies are bringing a new air to the music scene.
Already winning awards as they come up in the industry, you won’t want to miss this set! Saturday afternoon on Arrow Stage!
Bastie joins the Camper Calling lineup!
Bastie is an indie-pop singer-songwriter and UK Songwriting competition finalist who is influenced by Sam Fender, Lily Allen and Bowie. Long-time collaborator and producer Brett Shaw (Foals, Florence + the Machine) is currently working alongside the singer and band to create a whole host of exciting 2024 releases. Meanwhile, Bastie’s first release of the year - ‘Whisky’ - is set to drop soon.
Having received praise from media such as BBC Introducing, HotPress, Earmilk and Clout and with Bastie about to appear in an upcoming Netflix show playing the track ‘Handbags and Gladrags’ - they can't wait to take on 2024. Catch them opening the Arrow Stage, Saturday afternoon!
It’s Times Like These you know Camper Calling 2024 is going to be epic!
This World-Famous tribute band ‘UK Foo Fighters’ takes you on a journey spanning 29 years of music from the legendary band ‘Foo Fighters’ and their charismatic leader, Dave Grohl. UK Foo Fighters’ have built an incredible reputation over the last 17 years, heralded by Grohl himself and celebrated as ‘THE’ tribute to the Foo’s in a 2017 BBC documentary, ‘UK Foo Fighters - My Hero’.
Come and see for yourself how they nail the true vibe of a Foo’s live experience, all performed down to the closest detail making it a truly unmissable show. Friday Night at the Arrow Stage is where all rock fans, big or small, should be!
Bhangra Smash Up Band are back!
The band formed in 2017, and since then have performed all over the UK. Including some of the biggest festivals and events across the region. This is not a regular drumming band; we can guarantee that – once the Bhangra Smash Up take the stage with their electrifying Dhol beats, fusing with the Dholak and mainstream music, you cannot help but to dance!
We’ll be Reelin’ in the Years with group that have captured the true sound and spirit of Steely Dan!
Kick off your Camper Calling weekend with Nearly Dan - Any Major Dude Will Tell You to be at this performance!
Making their Camper Calling debut, it’s The Howlers!
More like brothers than band mates, The Howlers are carving their own path in the industry. By not following the current trends of popular music, they are providing a sound that is different, eye-opening and has been described as being ‘perfect for anybody who wants to escape the monotony of everyday life, anybody who wants a break from the anger and frustration found in the post punk movement’.
You can catch this Garage Rock trio Friday afternoon on the Arrow Stage!