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ITV News
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- ITV News
Music tourism brings £1.2 billion into North West
International tours from stars like Sam Fender, Chappell Roan and the Foo Fighters helped boost music tourism in the North West by £1.2 billion last year, according to a new report. Live music in 2024 brought 3.3 million music tourists to the region, including some from overseas, as artists played sold-out shows in Manchester, Liverpool and across the region. Fans of a wide range of genres could see their favourites in the North West with Fender at Co-op Live, Roan at Manchester Academy and the Foo Fighters playing the Emirates Old Trafford in 2024. Festivals such as Parklife, Creamfields and Beat-Herder also brought a large number of fans to the region. The report from UK Music – an association which represents the country's commercial music industry – also found music tourism supported around 9,250 full-time equivalent jobs in the North West. The £1.2 billion boost to the economy from music tourism in the region included ticket sales, food and beverage sales, merchandise, venue parking, camping fees, accommodation and travel. Across the country in 2024, 21.9 million people in the UK were 'music tourists' according to the report, meaning they travelled at least three times the average commute for their region to see live acts. A further 1.6 million people travelled from abroad to the UK for gigs, which the report said was driven largely by Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, but international acts including Bruce Springsteen and Burna Boy also made an impact. The report said the total of 23.5 million music tourists gave a £10 billion boost to the UK economy in 2024 in a record for the country as it continues to see success in the industry following the Covid pandemic. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy hailed the nation as 'a powerful home for live music', adding: 'Whether it's a massive stadium show or a packed-out local venue, music is bringing people together and making a huge difference. 'We're incredibly proud of our music industry. It's one of our greatest exports, it inspires young people everywhere, and it's part of who we are as a country.' She added that the Government last week announced a £30 million 'music growth package', which will 'support emerging talent, protect the venues that give them a start and make sure our music scene keeps growing and reaching new heights'. Meanwhile Tom Kiehl, chief executive of UK Music, said the sector is still facing financial challenges. He said 'While music generates huge benefits for our local areas, there remain a number of challenges facing our sector such as the rising cost of touring for artists and the threat of closure looming over venues, studios and other music spaces,' The report launches the local music action charter, which UK Music said will 'help councils and combined authorities create locally tailored music strategies aligned with their specific priorities'. Councillor Liz Green, chairwoman of the Local Government Association's culture, tourism and sport board, said: 'These record-breaking figures show just how important live music is — not just for our local economies, but for the happiness of our communities. 'The report is a timely reminder that investing in local music isn't just good sense – it's a way to boost pride in place and breathe new life into our high streets. We're committed to working with local partners to make sure music continues to thrive in every corner of the UK.'
Daily Mirror
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Sam Fender and Chappell Roan bring £1.2bn boost to North West after tours
Artists including Sam Fender, Chappell Roan and the Foo Fighters played sold-out shows in Manchester, Liverpool and across the North West in 2024, helping to boost music tourism Sam Fender, Chappell Roan and the Foo Fighters rocked the North West's music scene, contributing to a staggering £1.2 billion surge in music tourism last year, a new report has highlighted. In 2024, live gigs attracted 3.3 million music revellers, including international fans, with electrifying performances in Manchester, Liverpool, and other hotspots. The region resonated with tunes from diverse genres, featuring Sam Fender at Co-op Live, Chappell Roan rocking out at Manchester Academy, and the Foo Fighters thrilling crowds at Emirates Old Trafford. Festivals like Parklife, Creamfields and Beat-Herder also played host to hordes of music enthusiasts descending on the North West. UK Music's Tuesday report shed light on the commercial boon, pointing out that these sonic adventures supported roughly 9,250 full-time jobs across the sector. Ticket sales, food and drink, merchandise, venue parking, camping fees, accommodation, and travel expenses all contributed to the hefty economic lift from music tourists. Nationwide, the number of "music tourists" hit a high note with about 21.9 million Brits travelling well beyond their average commute for a spot of live music escapism. Taylor Swift's Eras Tour took the limelight, but a further 1.6 million international visitors also jetted in, lured by the likes of Bruce Springsteen and Burna Boy, according to the illuminating study. The report has revealed a record-breaking £10 billion boost to the UK economy in 2024, with 23.5 million music tourists flocking to the country, marking a high note for the industry's post-pandemic recovery. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy celebrated the nation's vibrant live music scene, stating: "Whether it's a massive stadium show or a packed-out local venue, music is bringing people together and making a huge difference. We're incredibly proud of our music industry. It's one of our greatest exports, it inspires young people everywhere, and it's part of who we are as a country." She also highlighted the Government's commitment to the arts with the recent announcement of a £30 million "music growth package" aimed at nurturing new talent and safeguarding venues, ensuring the music scene continues to thrive and scale new heights. Tom Kiehl, chief executive of UK Music, however, pointed out that despite the sector's economic triumphs, there are still significant financial hurdles to overcome. "While music generates huge benefits for our local areas, there remain a number of challenges facing our sector, such as the rising cost of touring for artists and the threat of closure looming over venues, studios and other music spaces," Mr Kiehl commented. "From Land's End to John O'Groats, all communities have the potential for thriving and diverse music sectors and can offer something unique. At a time when Government is seeking growth, it is crucial to empower local leaders to make this happen to help boost our artists, creators, venues, studios and music businesses." The report introduces the local music action charter, which UK Music said will "help councils and combined authorities create locally tailored music strategies aligned with their specific priorities". Councillor Liz Green, chairwoman of the Local Government Association's culture, tourism and sport board, commented: "These record-breaking figures show just how important live music is - not just for our local economies, but for the happiness of our communities. "The report is a timely reminder that investing in local music isn't just good sense – it's a way to boost pride in place and breathe new life into our high streets. We're committed to working with local partners to make sure music continues to thrive in every corner of the UK."
Cosmopolitan
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
How to remove a festival wristband properly without cutting it, using things you have already
Festival season is well and truly underway, with Glastonbury wrapping up its 53rd year of the festival this weekend, and many more events including Forwards Festival, Creamfields, and All Points East all set to take place this summer. But after the festival is over, and you're heading home in your (potentially) muddy wellyboots, you're likely looking to preserve the memories, beyond the cute Polaroids and TikToks. And one very easy way to keep those festival memories alive? Keeping your festival wristband. But how do you keep it one piece? We've got all the hacks to know. A festival wristband is an iconic part of the festival uniform, and though it may be covered in booze, mud and the odd ketchup stain, you still want to hold on to it, not only for the memories, but in the case of Glastonbury, to prove that you went there. Of course you can always just cut your wristband in half to take if off your arm, but then you don't get to preserve it in one piece, so how do you do it? Well this is our essential step by step guide. Still need festival tickets? Enter our Club Cosmo competition for free and be in with a chance of winning tickets to Creamfields or Forwards Festival. ENTER FOR FREE HERE Tips: this works best on looser wristbands, if it's on super tightly please don't pull and tug your wristband. The plastic tag on the wristband has teeth which stop it from becoming loose, so for this method it's about being able to pull the wristband through those teeth, here's how. And now keep the wristband for years to come and reflect on all those festival memories. Lydia Venn is Cosmopolitan UK's Senior Entertainment and Lifestyle Writer. She covers everything from TV and film, to the latest celebrity news. She also writes across our work/life section regularly creating quizzes, covering exciting new food releases and sharing the latest interior must-haves. In her role she's interviewed everyone from Margot Robbie to Niall Horan, and her work has appeared on an episode of The Kardashians. After completing a degree in English at the University of Exeter, Lydia moved into fashion journalism, writing for the Daily Express, before working as Features Editor at The Tab, where she spoke on BBC Radio 4's Woman's Hour and Talk Radio. She has an encyclopedic knowledge of Gilmore Girls and 00s teen movies, and in her free time can be found with a margarita in hand watching the Real Housewives on repeat. Find her on LinkedIn.
Time Out
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
15 brilliant music festivals in Asia you don't want to miss in 2025
1. Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC) Thailand 2025 Where Boat Avenue Lakefront, Phuket When January 17 to 19 Time to book that trip to Thailand, because North America's biggest electronic dance music festival is coming to the land of smiles for the first time ever this year. All EDM lovers will know of Electric Daisy Carnival (EDC), which began as a warehouse party in Los Angeles (all the way back in 1997!) before exploding into a global carnival-like festival complete with art x technology installations, circus performers, dancers, and multiple music stages. EDC is no stranger to Asia – having staged in China and Korea before – but this is the first time the colourful festival will play in Southeast Asia. Look forward to five stages with zany names like kineticFIELD and stereoBLOOM, helmed by international acts such as Afrojack, Tiesto, Illenium, R3hab, and so much more. 2. Creamfields Hong Kong 2025 When March 8 to 9 How about a springtime rave in Hong Kong? Creamfields, a massive dance music festival from the UK, returns to Hong Kong this May with two days of non-stop house, techno, trance, drum and bass, dubstep, and more. If you missed R3hab at EDC Thailand, you can catch him here alongside music acts like multi-platinum, Swedish House Mafia members Axwell and Sebastian Ingrosso, live instrumentalist Timmy Trumpet, and more. 3. Lollapalooza India 2025 Where Mumbai When March 8 to 9 If alt-rock, punk rock, hip hop, and all things counterculture are more your jam, then Lollapalooza is the festival for you. The music festival first debuted in Asia (in India, too) in 2022 after multiple successful runs in the Americas, Europe, and the Middle East. It returns to Mumbai this March with Green Day, Glass Animals, Nothing But Thieves, Alok, and more, alongside Indian acts like rapper duo Raftaar x krsna, sitar player and composer Niladri Kumar, and Hindi rock band frontman Raman Negi. All we can say is that some serious headbanging is in order. 4. Wanderland Festival 2025 Where Manila, the Philippines When March 22 to 23 Not all who wander are lost, a saying that's certainly true at Wanderland Festival. This gathering of art, music, and community in the Philippines is coming up on 10 years of absolute magic, centred around feel-good, indie sounds by acts like Jack Johnson, Two Door Cinema Club, The Kooks, and The Drums (from past iterations). In between sets, dither around with arts and crafts activities at the WanderMarket, where there may be wabi sabi workshops, face painting, and small local businesses to shop from. This is a rare kid-friendly festival, too, with a special zone for 'Little Wanderers' to play and create. 5. Equation Festival 2025 Where Mai Chau, Vietnam When April 4 to 6 No other party has an address quite like this one. Equation Festival is held in Mo Luong Cave in Mai Chau, Vietnam, so imagine dancing to the tunes of Asia's best underground acts near breathtaking stone arches and glittering stalactites. The line-up goes beyond the mainstream: curated by the brains behind Savage (Hanoi) and Cliche Records and Fragrant Harbour (Hong Kong), the phase one line-up is stacked with names like Cem, Di Linh, John Talabot, and Yamarchy. Stay tuned for more updates here. 6. Siam Songkran Festival 2025 Where RCA, Bangkok When April 11 to 14 What started as a modest sprinkling of hands for cleansing ahead of the new year has evolved into huge and joyous water fights across Thailand. This Songkran (the traditional Thai new year), join the celebrations against the backdrop of world-class music and cultural activities at Siam Songkran Festival 2025 at RCA Bangkok. It guarantees a splashing good time, with water cannons and water gun battles set to soundtracks by international DJs equal to the calibre of Tiesto, Martin Garrix, and Yellow Claw, who've helmed the turntables at previous festivals. The full line-up will be released later this year – stay updated on the official IG page. 7. Rainbow Disco Club 2025 Where Shizuoka, Japan When April 18 to 20 A camp and rave among cherry blossoms, anyone? There's a good chance of that at Rainbow Disco Club, set against the idyllic backdrop of the Higashi-Izu Cross Country Course in Shizuoka, Japan, this spring. This is one of Japan's most well-loved underground music festivals, with a diverse line-up spanning indie to trance and mesmerising art installations to boot. The DJs and musicians confirmed so far include Chaos in the CBD, DJ Nobu, Batu, Eris Drew & Octo Octa, and more – check it out here. 8. Java Jazz Festival 2025 Where Jakarta, Indonesia When May 30 to June 1 Get in the groove at Java Jazz Festival, a two-decade-old linchpin of Jakarta's music calendar. For its 20th anniversary, the festival pulls out all the stops with more than 100 shows over three days. In the past, it's pulled iconic global acts like Stevie Wonder, Santana, and James Brown across the spectrum of blues, funk, swing, fusion, and more. Curators also have a penchant for spotting under-the-radar stars in the jazz scene, so the festival is a great opportunity to expand your Spotify library. Stay tuned to 2025's line-up and ticketing details here. 9. Seoul World DJ Festival Where Seoul, South Korea When June 14 to 15 You can trust a nightclub heaven like Seoul to throw a dance music festival of epic proportions. The Seoul World DJ Festival is set to take over the sprawling Seoulland amusement park in June 2025, and it promises to "set your heart on fire" with legendary DJ talent, cutting-edge visual production, and interactive art installations and workshops. Some recognisable names from previous editions to pump you up for 2025's line-up: Alan Walker, Eric Prydz, Kshmr, Gryffin, and The Chainsmokers. Get all the latest announcements here. 10. Fuji Rock Festival '25 Where Naeba Ski Resort, Japan When July 25-27 The annual Fuji Rock Festival is worth every second of Japan's notorious summer heat. One of Japan's largest outdoor festivals, Fuji Rock attracts more than 200 international artists each year to fire up its multiple stages. This year, DJ Fred Again makes his debut performance in Japan as the headliner on July 25, with other not-to-be-missed stars like Hyukoh & Sunset Rollercoaster, Vulfpeck, Vampire Weekend, HAIM, Radwimps, and Tycho. It's an incredibly stacked line-up – and the multiple workshops, activities, and maturi-like pre-festival party only seal the deal. Stay updated here.
Daily Mirror
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Home Bargains brings back 'the best' 99p festival essential
People spotted the hygiene products that would be perfect for anyone going to events like Glastonbury or Creamfields this summer With the summer warming up, millions will be looking forward to major festivals right across the UK. With major events like Glastonbury, Creamfields and more happening this summer, more people will be planning to rough it and gain the full festival experience. However, for some, the basic washrooms will be less than ideal. If the sound of a festival shower isn't very appealing, Home Bargains has brought back what some have deemed a festival essential just in time. They were posted online by the Dansway Gifts and Bargains Facebook page. They wrote: "Festival Essentials Body Wipes, Deodorant and Face & Body Wipes BACK at Home Bargains." In the post, the shopper showed off the three different packs that would handily fit into most bags. Packets included 'Face & Body' as well as 'Deodorant' that came in packs of 25 and cost 49p. And, for those keen to avoid the festival shower zone, there are 99p 'Body Wipes' which claim to be "towel sized." These come in two packs and offer a metre-long wipe, claiming on the packet to be "perfect for when you can't shower." People were quick to react online after spotting these affordable finds. One said: "The best big body wipes invented! Never get rid of them!" Another added: "These wipes are the best!" A third wrote: "The face & body ones smell divine!" Someone else posted: "Can't stand the thought of festival showers. These will be a great compromise." A fifth commented: "I swear by the body wipes!" The wipes were last available in summer 2024. A TikTok user (@kembows) claimed they were "the Rolls-Royce of baby wipes." Someone commented on her video that they're not just good for festivals, adding: "They are absolutely amazing. I've used them loads when camping." In other Home Bargains news, shoppers were left swooning over a massive 2ft, "rustic" candle that was featured on the Home Bargains Instagram feed alongside other products in a new outdoor range. Fans of the discount store were quickly impressed by the size of the candle and its promise of bug-free evenings in the garden this summer. One said: "The long candle! Perfect for the garden table!" Also, in more recent offers, shoppers were thrilled with the option to pick up £87 worth of make-up that had been reduced to just 99p each. The latest StarBuy deals have seen the store slash a whopping 96% off three products from the same brand.
