Basement Jaxx, Lupe Fiasco to Headline Splore '10
Splore is bringing you the party to be at this summer with Basement Jaxx (DJ Set) and Lupe Fiasco headlining the 2010 festival in February.
There’s no doubt that Basement
Jaxx (Felix Burton and Simon Ratcliff) are one of the most
seminal dance acts in the world, famed for their innovative
funky dancefloor anthems, unconventional selection of MC’s
and vocalists and their unmatched ability to get the crowd
rocking. Not seen in New Zealand since their killer
performance at Big Day Out in 2004, this is a one-off chance
for enthusiasts to get their groove on with two of the most
critically acclaimed producers on the beach at Splore.
Riding on the back of their freshly released fifth album
Scars, Basement Jaxx will be highlighting their new tunes,
taking things right back to Rooty, and dishing out all the
classics in between with a huge DJ set mixed by both Burton
and Ratcliff. Thank your lucky stars and make sure your
head’s at Splore festival in February to catch this
exclusive act.
Lupe Fiasco has been going from
strength to strength and is right up there with the likes of
Nas as one of the best MC’s of the 21st century. Lupe
Fiasco hit the scene as a vocal guest on Kanye West’s 2006
single ‘Touch The Sky’ and he’s been a prominent force
since, releasing his debut album Food & Liquor with hit
single ‘Kick, Push’ later that year. His live shows have
been continually reviewed as among some of the best and most
entertaining in the hip-hop world and he counts musical
tycoon Jay-Z, who described Lupe Fiasco as a ”breath of
fresh air”, among his dedicated fans. Lupe Fiasco released
his second album The Cool in 2007 featuring the huge single
‘Superstar’ which charted highly around the world and
further established his reputation as an upcoming superstar
himself. So far Lupe Fiasco has won one Grammy award and
been nominated for seven others, with more likely to follow
on the highly anticipated release of his third album Lasers
coming soon. Delivering flawless flow and lyrical dexterity,
Lupe Fiasco is a master of performance and will be riding
epic orchestral strings, funk laced beats and straight up
bottom heavy tunes at Splore 2010.
Also adding to the
eclectic music lineup, Splore brings to the fore the
following acts who will take to the stages at Splore
2010:
d Bridge & Instra:mental present Club Automatic (UK)
Nickodemus (USA)
Spektrum (UK)
Dub FX (AUS)
Tahuna Breaks
Zoh Zoh
Nick D
Philippa
Dubhead
Murray Cammick
Bobbito Brazuka and
Jennifer Zea
Doc Westie
This second announcement
brings the current total music lineup to:
Lupe Fiasco
(USA), Basement Jaxx - DJ Set (UK), Jamie Lidell (UK),
Nickodemus (USA), Mystro (UK), d Bridge & Instra:mental
present Club Automatic (UK), The Gaslamp Killer (USA),
Spektrum (UK), Kid Carpet (UK), Daniel Haaksman (GER), 10
Sui (UK), Dub FX (AUS), Spikey Tee (UK/AUS), Mikki Dee
(IRE), Sola Rosa, Tahuna Breaks, Minuit, Electric Wire
Hustle, Pitch Black, King Kapisi, Nathan Haines, Clap Clap
Riot, Zoh Zoh, Olmecha Supreme, Nick D, Philippa, Dubhead,
Murray Cammick, Bobbito Brazuka and Jennifer Zea, Six 60,
Easy, The Nukes, Doc Westie, Kidz in Space and North Shore
Pony Club. For full bio information on these music acts
visit http://www.splore.net.
Exhibiting a true mix
of styles and sounds across the stages, Splore festival is
renowned for introducing new music and creating showcase
opportunities for both international and local musicians.
Music is just one part of the multifaceted Splore experience
which combines live dramatic and cabaret performances in the
Living Lounge, community interaction through workshops, a
festive ‘Midsummer Night’s Dream 2050’ themed party
and a visual arts exhibition within the Art
Trail.
Don’t miss out on Splore 2010, a genuine bona
fide three-day summer festival where people come together to
celebrate in a sustainable environment, and experience a
culmination of outstanding music and arts in one of the best
festival sites in the world.
Tickets are only $185
for the full weekend and are available now from iTICKET (http://www.iticket.co.nz)
with a full range of camping options available to suit
all needs. A recession friendly lay-buy option for ticket
purchases and youth rates are available for those
accompanied by adults. Email tickets@splore.net for more
details.
ENDS