Camp Bestival 2012 - Performers

Primal Scream presents Screamadelica

One of the greatest albums to have emerged during the heady days of the 1990s, ‘Screamadelica’

Blondie

Here at Camp Bestival we’re constantly on a mission to bring you the biggest names in music and

Mark Ronson & The Business Intl.

Please join us as we welcome the one and only Mark Ronson, a man for which the term multi talented seems

Laura Marling

Today's musical landscape is liberally scattered with a slew of young and talented female singer-songwriters

House of Pain

Recently reformed after a 13 year hiatus, Camp Bestival are pleased to welcome original Irish-American

ABC

ABC has enjoyed a glittering career to date. Very definitely one of a number of groups who came along

Katy B

Young singer songwriter Katy B may have made a name for herself through her collaborations with the likes

Clare Maguire

2011 promises to be an absolutely massive year for a young lady from Birmingham who goes by the name

Eliza Doolittle

Eliza’s debut album fast became the soundtrack to Summer 2010 and by the time she arrived on the

The Wonder Stuff

Camp Bestival are pleased to welcome one of British music’s most enduring musical forces The Wonder

The Cuban Brothers

The Cuban Brothers are unique. Born of the loins of seventies Havana, nurtured on a diet of soulful

Beardyman

Beardyman has over the last 3 years quite frankly become a Camp Bestival legend, rising whether he’s

Mr Tumble

Camp Bestival just wouldn’t be Camp Bestival without a visit from our favourite our favourite entertainer

Zing Zillas

ZingZillas is a music show set on a tropical island where everyone joins in to create ZingZilla music

Miss Dynamite

There aren’t many artists in the world today who would disappear from the public eye completely

Wretch 32

First there was Dizzee, then there was Tinie, now there’s a new name tearing up the UK hip hop

Breakage feat. Jess Mills and Youngman MC

Breakage aka James Boyle has never been one to be pigeonholed. Moving effortlessly through styles from

Groove Armada presents Red Light

Camp Bestival are pleased to welcome along dance music behemoths Groove Armada. Since 1996 the duo of

Labrinth

In the space of just 2 short years Labrinth has gone from being an unknown to one of the most respected

Gentlemen's Dub Club

Gentleman’s Dub Club is a nine-piece band that formed in Leeds in early 2006. With a style based

The Gruffalo (live)

Another Camp Bestival favourite making an exclusive and very welcome return is The Gruffalo. After

Fenech-Soler

Up and coming synth popsters from Nothampton, Fenech-Soler have been together since 2006 and are finally

Frankie and the Heartstrings

The North East of England is seen as a particularly fertile breeding ground for a certain type of band:

Newton Faulkner

Camp Bestival are pleased to welcome along the original ginger dread man, king of finger picking alt-folk

Brandt Brauer Frick

For Brandt Brauer Frick, the drums, strings and pianos that have long been the bedrock of Western music

Sound of Rum

Sound of Rum blend infectious melodies, innovative production and soul jarring lyrics - delivered with

Yasmin

21 year old Yasmin Shahmir has already made a huge underground name for herself as one of the UK’s

Lau

In 2004, sat around a kitchen table in Edinburgh, Lau took their first musical steps. Now, to have achieved

Yaaks

As well as the established artists and legends that we strive to bring you every year, we’re also

The Correspondents

The Correspondents started out in November 2007, when old friends, Mr Bruce and Mr Chuckles, returned

The Nextmen

Cambridge is mainly known for its famous university, an inordinate amount of cyclists, a terrible football

Lucky Elephant

United in a desire to provide warm, inviting, melodic, challenging, fresh music. The 4 dashing young

Smerins Anti-Social Club

Renowned for their explosive live shows, Smerins Anti-Social Club have long been firing up festival crowds

Shrek the Musical (festival exclusive)

We are beside ourselves with excitement that Shrek - yes THE Shrek from Shrek the Musical! - will be

Two Wounded Birds

Rock and Roll has always been the music of the outsider, it’s always been a snub to the mediocrity

Caitlin Rose

Above all else Caitlin Rose is a storyteller, telling tales of alcohol drenched lovers in her home town

DJ Yoda

DMC World Scratch Champion, Cut and Paste Mixtape Pioneer and DJ most likely to drop the theme from The

The Selecter starring Pauline Black & Gaps Hendrickson

Formed in 1979 and very much a leading light of the ska revival movement, along with the likes of The

Alessi's Ark

Alessi's Ark is the musical project of 18 year old folk popstress Alessi Laurent-Marke. Alessi

Skinny Lister

Skinny Lister are a family of like-minded musicians who came together in 2009: English to the core and

Mistajam

Forget trying to nail MistaJam to a genre for he’s a DJ who’s from the school of thought

Modestep

One of the great things about music it the constant creation and evolution of genres and even though

Kathryn Williams

Say hello to Mercury Prize nominated singer-songwriter Kathryn Williams.Since the late nineties Kathryn

The Crayonettes

The Crayonettes are a duo comprising Mercury nominated folk singer Kathryn Williams and Anna Spencer

Ed Sheeran

Despite only turning 18 in February 2009, Ed Sheeran is more experienced than his age would suggest.

Dick and Dom

In what can only be described as a proper coup, we’re ecstatic to announce that the incredible

Jaipur Brass Band

Sound the brass and the drum! .. .. ...... .. .. Who has never enjoyed the frenzy of a brass band? Inherited

Kawa Circus

The mystical and magical wandering circuses of Rajasthan are a tradition stretching back centuries. This

Bajah & the Dry Eye Crew

Hailing from Sierra Leone it is no exaggeration to say that Bajah & the Dry Eye Crew are bone fide

The Bad Shepherds

The Bad Shepherds play punk songs on folk instruments. Not as a gag, but because they really like the

Marcus Foster

Introducing Marcus Foster, singer, songwriter, sculptor and leading light in the current nu-folk revolution.His

The Emerald Guard

Meet the Emerald Guard, a group of 4 determined individuals, set on creating a sound that can truly be

The Jellicle Cats

The Jellicle Cats were highly praised by the critics for their performance on the Bandstand Stage at

The Sooty Show with Soo and Sweep

Camp Bestival are proud to present a true superstar, probably the biggest star to ever grace one of our

Michael Winslow

We super-excited to have an exclusive appearance from the legendary Michael Winslow at Camp Bestival!

The Widowmaker

After being the songwriter in bands for so many years, Ian Easton decided to turn his hand to solo music.

Rob da Bank

As the founder of Sunday Best Recordings he has been instrumental in creating one of the UK’s bravest

Krafty Kuts

Martin Reeves, AKA Krafty Kuts, is without doubt one of the world’s greatest DJs. Lauded in the

Jaguar Skills

With the likes of Mark Ronson, Lupe Fiasco, Trevor Nelson and Chris Moyles unable to get enough of the

David Rodigan

David Rodigan is one of the most respected and longest running Reggae and Roots DJs that this country

London Elektricity

As a founding father of Hospital Records, widely regarded as one of the world's finest drum and bass

Dub Pistols Soundsystem

Barry Ashworth and Jason O'Bryan AKA the Dub Pistols have spent the best part of a decade at the forefront

Channel One Soundsystem

Formed in 1979 by brothers Mikey Dread and Jah T, Channel One Soundsystem has gone on to become the one

A Skillz

Record label owner, producer and DJ extraordinaire, A.Skillz’ incredible deck talents fuse funk

DJ Derek

Derek Morris is a 68-year-old former accountant from Bristol with a penchant for cardigans and long subsidised

Sunday Best Forum Allstars

We’re sure by now that you’ve all taken yourselves over to the Camp Bestival online forum

Milton Jones

Camp Bestival is pleased to welcome along the multi-award winning comedian, broadcaster and novelist

Andrew Maxwell

Dublin born Andrew Maxwell is a certified freakin' comedy genius, his brand of cruel observationist comedy

Marcus Brigstoke

Marcus's talent was noted early on in his career in 1996 when he won the BBC New Comedian Award at the

Barry Castagnola

Comedian, actor and writer Barry Castagnola has firmly established himself as an accomplished comic performer.He

Craig Campbell

Craig's unique ability to find humour in the mundane, coupled with his own natural eccentricity makes

Benjamin Francis Leftwich

After releasing his debut EP ‘A Million Miles Out’ at the end of 2010, Yorkshire-born singer-songwriter

Clint Westwood

It looks like a childhood dream of becoming a cowboy has come true for guitarist and line dancing fanatic

Doorly

What do Ibiza Rocks, Wax:On, Metropolis and Reclaim The Dance Floor all have in common? The cream of

Nero

Nero have become a big name in both the Drum and Bass and Dubstep scenes, often fusing both styles of

White Wedding

Born out of the unholy union of three infamous wedding disco crashers, Rob Lewis, Gerard Phillips and

Easy Star All-Stars

The Easy Star All-Stars are a collective family of some of the finest reggae musicians in the New York

Mirrors

Mirrors are a three piece from Brighton who create a fine line in blissed out 80s revivalist synth pop

Disco Bloodbath

Disco Bloodbath is a legendary monthly party located in deepest Dalston that's played host to some of

Tayo

Tayo is a familiar face on the UK breaks scene, heavily influencing the sound of nu-skool breaks in the

Luv* Jam

Luv* Jam residents Coley, Daniel and Christoph have been quietly causing a stir for some time now with

Sombrero Sound System

The Sombrero Sound System are resident DJs for Sunday Best and Bestival. Duncan and Jonny have been throwing

Jack Whitehall

At just twenty-two years old, Jack Whitehall has made a remarkable impact upon the comedy world. In August

Seann Walsh

Seann Walsh is one of the most exciting new acts on the circuit. Seann has impressed critics, promoters

Robin Ince

Starting out some 15 years ago as a writer for T.V. whose credits range from the 11 O’clock show

Andre Vincent

Andre Vincent has achieved many things since finding his feet in comedy back in 1988, An actor, writer

Reggae Roast

Reggae Roast is one of the most vibrant, new reggae collectives in the UK and since 2007 they have been

The Del Rio Ramblers

Formed in the summer of 2009, the Del Rio Ramblers have made an immediate impact on audiences with their

Cockahoop

Cockahoop are a vocal harmony trio who have been singing together for over 5 years. They sing regularly

Sara Spade

A ukulele and a double bass. A beautiful voice and a pretty face. Sara Spade

The Siren Sisters

STAND TO ATTENTION FOR THE SIREN SISTERS !A blonde, brunette and red head combo from Wales crooning tunes

Not Saffron

A True product of Camp Bestival Not Saffron bought her first ukulele at the first ever Camp Bestival.

James Vincent McMorrow

James Vincent McMorrow released his debut record, Early in the Morning, in Ireland to widespread critical

Mr B the Gentleman Rhymer

Hailing from deepest darkest Surrey, and with a decade of gentlemanly catterwalling under his belt, Mr.B

Mix It Up Kru

Camp Bestival are pleased to welcome back very special guests the Mix It Up Kru.A musical collective

Rev Milo Speedwagon

Reverend Milo has been playing records since ’93. He was a key contributor to milesahead magazine

Greg's Greats

DJ78

Flutter and Wow

Tony Tunes

Darren Harte

Aunty Maureen

DJGG

Tim Hellzapoppin

Jon Ronson

Jon Ronson is a writer, screenwriter and documentary film maker. His books, Them: Adventures With Extremists

Sam Leith

Sam Leith was, until recently, the Literary Editor of the Telegraph. He now writes for many leading publications

Simon Day

Simon Day began his career as a stand up comic, winning the Time Out New Act of the Year Award in 1991.

David Whitehouse

David Whitehouse was born in 1981. His journalism has appeared in the Guardian Guide, Sunday Times Style

Joe Dunthorne

Joe Dunthorne was born and brought up in Swansea. His debut novel, Submarine, won the Curtis Brown prize

Laura Dockrill

Not only author and illustrator of 'Mistakes In The Background', 'Ugly Shy Girl' and 'Echoes', Laura

Matthew De Abaitua

Matthew De Abaitua is editor-at-large of the Idler and a committed camper. His Twitter feed and popular

Marcus Brigstocke

Marcus was born in 1973 and yet it took until 1995 before he was paid for telling jokes. He won the BBC

Gizzi Erskine - How To... Make A Meal of It

The fabulous food writer, chef and presenter of Channel 4’s ‘Cook Yourself Thin’ gives

Diarmuid Gavin - How To... Be A Gardener

Known as the ‘Damien Hirst of horticulture’, this revolutionary gardener shares his best

Vaughan Oliver (v23) - How To... Design A Record Sleeve

Renowned graphic designer Vaughan Oliver (v23) - famed for his 4AD connections, as well as his recent

Howard Marks - How To... Change Your Career

Offering an insight in to the former esteemed courier of illicit substances’ transitions from school

Sara Cox - How To... be a mum, have a career and leave time to eat Sushi

We can’t wait for international style icon, world class DJ, yummy mummy and lovable exaggerator

Kate Tempest

Kate Tempest is a rapper, poet and playwright. She has performed consistently and comprehensively since

Ventriloquist

Ventriloquist is a performance poet and musician who weaves tantalizingly tall tales from a broad pallet

Ross Sutherland

Ross Sutherland was born in Edinburgh in 1979. He was included in The Times’s list of Top Ten Literary

Chester P

Toby Thompson

Jam Baxter

David J

Alex Gwyther

Jodi Ann Bickley

Cathy Cassidy

Cathy Cassidy is the current reigning Queen of Teen and bestselling author of heart-warming books for

Dave Hornby (Shake)

DJ and promoter for the infamous Shake nights in Bournemouth on the south coast, Dave is the driving

Being 747 / ‘The Amoeba to Zebra show’

A Natural History Musical 4.6 Billion Years in the MakingThis astonishing musical concept show charts

In Light of Aquarius

In Light Of Aquarius aka Richie Deeney from The Toes and Ben Ayres of Cornershop play a rolling stock

John Kennedy

John Kennedy is the dj, presenter and producer of X-Posure for Xfm. He's been at Xfm since it began and

Coopers Rage

The boys in Coopers Rage are dead excited to have been invited back to Camp Bestival for a second time!

Sly and Reggie and the Middle Class Soundsystem

Sly and Reggie's mission is to bring Middle Class Dub to the world. On their much loved black Morris

Being 747's ‘The Clockwork Universe’

Being 747, the makers of the mad hat show ‘Amoeba to Zebra’ (featured at last year’s