Music legends Queen have been revealed as the first headliner of next year’s Isle of Wight Festival and will be joined by Adam Lambert on their only UK show in 2016 when they close Sunday night.
In an incredible career spanning four decades, Queen’s indelible influence is unrivaled, with a staggering list of awards, accolades and honours to their name including seven Ivor Novellos, an MTV Global Icon Award and two songs enshrined in the Grammy Hall of Fame.
Not only is it their only UK show next year, it will be the rock royalty’s UK festival debut.
Brian May said:
“I think Queen at The Isle of Wight Festival is a date that was long overdue. How incredible to take on this challenge at this point in our lives. With an injection of new blood in the shape of the incredible Adam Lambert, Queen will be ready to tear it up on this legendary stage in 2016. Freddie would have loved it. Can’t wait.”
The band, who are currently celebrating the 40th anniversary of their record breaking worldwide iconic single, ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’, will close the festival on Sunday 12th June, just as the nation is united in honouring the other Queen, with thousands taking part in street parties for Queen Elizabeth II’s 90th birthday the very same day.
Queen are undoubtedly one of the UK’s most successful and best loved national treasures. With one of the most enduring song catalogues of all time, including ‘We Will Rock You’, ‘We Are The Champions’, ‘Don’t Stop Me Now’ ‘Somebody to Love’, and of course ‘Bohemian Rhapsody, their musical repertoire is second to none and the legacy created by Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor and John Deacon lives on through the ongoing work by May and Taylor, now joined by Adam Lambert.
Adam Lambert said:
“I’m so excited to be a part of The Isle of Wight Festival and share the stage once again with the Queen family. I adore making music with Roger and Brian, and am thrilled to help continue their legacy into 2016. It is true I have large shoes to fill so I’m urgently planning on searching for a new pair of boots (or 5) to wear for the set.”
2016 will mark the 15th anniversary of The Isle of Wight Festival since it was successfully relaunched in 2002 to become one of the most exciting weekends of the summer.
Festival boss John Giddings said:
“It’s an honour for us to have Queen + Adam Lambert at our festival. It’s the perfect way for us to celebrate our 15th anniversary. Queen’s music appeals to people of all generations and it’s hard to think of another band with such a famous collection of songs.
“It’s going to be an incredible moment for The Isle of Wight Festival when they share these songs with us.”
The Isle of Wight Festival next year takes place between 9th-12th June at Seaclose Park, Newport.
Tickets:
· Weekend with/without Camping – £195
· Student – £175
· Teen – £145
· Children under 12 – FREE
· Disabled Access – Must be purchased via the Ticketmaster Special Access number 0800 988 4440
A full range of ticket, travel and camping / accommodation options are available for The Isle of Wight Festival from www.isleofwightfestival.com.
Tickets are available on a payment plan basis at https://www.thepriceiswight.co.uk/product/isle-of-wight-fest-pay-plan/.
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