Global Gathering is not only the UK’s original camping weekender; it is the world’s biggest electronic music festival, with a line up that consistently features the greatest DJs on the planet, which explains why once again all Earlybird tickets sold out well in advance. All other ticket options are now on sale.
The friendliest faces in the country will once again snap up all 55,000 tickets and gather at the Long Marston Airfield on the 25th and 26th July 2008 to soak up the incredible atmosphere. This year’s line up is more eclectic than ever thanks to an increased number of live acts, with international DJs such as Armin Van Buuren, Tiesto, Erick Morillo and David Guetta - who always deliver mind-altering sets - also headlining the 16 state-of-the-art arenas and stages.
Focussing on their commitment to offer the highest quality and variety of entertainments, the organisers know that what’s not broke, doesn’t need fixing, and so eagerly welcome back the legendary, regular spinners who the Global Gathering crowd just love, including Sasha, Ferry Corsten, Roger Sanchez and 2ManyDJs for more of their unique roadblocking magic.
New for Summer 08:
• Cocoon Arena Sven Vath makes his heartfelt techno stamp by introducing his own temple of techno, which we have no doubt will be full to the rafters.
• Stealth Arena Roger Sanchez’s baby makes its label arena debut.
• Spectrum the biggest, most respected beats brand on the planet, no less.
• VIP arena just metres from the main stage this covered arena will be home to comedians, burlesque performances and 3000 VIP ticketholders.
• VIP car parking close to a separate VIP entrance, the gates will open an hour earlier.
• Laurent Garnier is set to break his global duck and perform for the first time.
• Return of the Red Arrows are back to perform their unbelievable air show.
Back for 2008 are arena hosts Godskitchen, Bedrock, Polysexual, MySpace Electric, Global, Random Concept and Mixmag, all vibe-mustering the kind of energy that has kept them at the top of the dance game for years. Revellers can expect Global Gathering’s slick operation to run at full steam as ever, with amusements and attractions to help keep the party flowing all weekend.
Also expect the return of on site camping for weekend guests. The expanded campsite is large enough to fit 50 football pitches and includes additional hot showers and an outdoor cinema. Those who desire living the lap of luxury can take advantage of the Cloud9 VIP camping range. Their boutique accommodation options were a huge hit last year and once again include a whole host of additional VIP benefits ranging from access to the VIP guest area, Golden Circle main stage privileges, a Cloud9 goody bag with souvenir programme and use of all other VIP benefits plus new camping accommodation additions. Cloud9 can also boast a separate shower block and washroom facilities all within a secure private camping area. Full details and ticket prices are at the end of this release.
Global Gathering always sells out, with the most up-for-it crowd having the party of a lifetime. Creating a phenomenal atmosphere, the young music lovers dive head first into a weekend of musical euphoria to once again crowd Global Gathering as the biggest event of its kind.
Line-Up:
KANYE WEST (LIVE), MARK RONSON (LIVE) , MOBY (LIVE)
Also LIVE: ROISIN MURPHY. ROBYN. ETIENNE DE CRECY. SAM SPARRO
DJ's: ARMIN VAN BUUREN . TIESTO . ERICK MORILLO. DAVID GUETTA
ABOVE & BEYOND. FERRY CORSTEN. JOHN DIGWEED. SASHA. ERIC PRYDZ. LAURENT GARNIER. 2MANYDJS. EDDIE HALLIWELL. ROGER SANCHEZ. SVEN VATH. SANDER KLEINENBERG. JAMES ZABIELA. DUBFIRE (DEEP DISH)
FELIX DA HOUSECAT. NIC FANCIULLI. SANDER VAN DOORN. AXWELL. FEDDE LE GRAND. FRANCOIS K. LOCODICE. DEADMAU5 .PLUMP DJS. STANTON WARRIORS ADAM BEYER. SCRATCH PERVERTS. TOM NOVY. MARKUS SCHULZ. JUDGE JULES. LISA LASHES. TIDY BOYS. ATB. SEAN TYAS. ANDY C. MARK KNIGHT
THE SHAPESHIFTERS. SANDY RIVERA
KRAFTY KUTS & MC DYNAMITE. FRICTION. HYPE. SOS (DESYN MASIELLO, DEMI, OMID 16B). GUI BORATTO (LIVE). DIRTY SOUTH. MARTIN BUTTRICH (LIVE). GUY GERBER (LIVE). JOHN DAHLBACK. HERVE . THE FREESTYLERS. PAUL WOOLFORD. KILLA KELLA (LIVE). FUNKAGENDA. TAYO. DENNIS FERRER. UTAH SAINTS. ANDY WHITBY. AME. ALEX KIDD. PROTEUS. JAMIE JONES. MICKY SLIM. SPEAKERJUNK (LIVE). A-SKILLZ
MARTIJN TEN VELDEN. CASPA & RUSKO. MICKY SLIM. AMBER D. YUKSEK. BRODINSKI. SPANK ROCK DJ’S. COMMIX. TROPHY TWINS. BABY D (LIVE). SUBFOCUS. MARK ETESON. PAUL THOMAS. REBEKAH. PETE JORDAN. HEXADECIMAL. PROK & FITCH. RATPACK. ALI B. JANETTE SLACK . DIVERTED. MR NO HANDS. DEF E. PILGRIM. BROCKIE. BRYAN GEE. CALLY GAGE. ED REAL. GUY J. HAZARD. KARIM. KRUST. LISA PINUP. NEIL QUIGLEY. NICKY BLACKMARKET. NU ENERGY COLLECTIVE (LIVE). OD4O4 (LIVE). OLIVER MOLDAN. MISTRESS MO. TAXMAN VS ORIGINAL SIN (G DUB). TECHNIKAL. XAMPLE & RED ONE. MARK H. NICOLE MOUDABER. GARRY K. GLEN ASTON
& MANY MORE TBC.
2008 Arena Hosts:
Main Stage / Godskitchen Arena / MySpace Electric Arena / Global Arena / Stealth Arena / Spectrum Arena / Cocoon Arena /Polysexual Arena / Bedrock Transitions Arena / Random Concept Arena / Nocturnal Terrace / Air Terrace / Raveology Terrace / Mixmag Terrace / Polysexual Terrace / VIP Area
Global Gathering is thrilled to announce Hadouken and Filthy Dukes to this already phenomenal line up. NME favourites Hadouken will be showcasing their techno, guitar and grindie mash up. Original London party boys, Filthy Dukes, will be bringing new and original material to Global and are definitely not to missed. Hadouken and Filthy Dukes will be keeping some fine company on the live stages. Expect electric performances by Kanye West, Moby, Mark Ronson, Roisin Murphy, Robyn and Etienne De Crecy. Global Gathering 2008 will be offering a wide-range of styles to suit all musical tastes. Read on to find out more....
