We are delighted to be able to announce that The DUB PISTOLS are confirmed to make their first appearance at the world famous WOMAD Festival on friday 29th July 2011. Joining the band will be guests Rodney P & Mc Sir Real
From Thursday evening performances through to Sunday night delights, WOMAD Charlton Park 2011 dates are 28th July – 31st July 2011.
Who will be your discovery at WOMAD 2011?
“With hundreds of artists from everywhere in the world, everyone’s WOMAD will be different,””
The Evening Standard, 2010.
A DJ with his own barbershop quartet and 6 piece band from Ireland to a rebellious band of Chinese throat singers, WOMAD brings artists from all over the world to a location known for its rolling hills, green trees and rural beauty. Discovery is the key, and musical revelations causing spine tingling sensations are rife.
And its not just a spectators party, get involved.
Taste The World Food and conversation – artists prepare & cook their favourite dishes with a side order of spontaneous music. Savour the experience.
Adult workshops Step into the world of the artist – opportunities for cultural exchange, active participation, collaboration and musical exploration.
And for the littlest Artists from far and wide share ideas, skills and enthusiasm over a weekend of making and creating large and small scale artworks, all displayed on the final celebratory procession.
Site Art Explore the decorative site art amidst the trees in the arboretum, seek out the pockets of the quirky, fun and interesting all over the festival site.
Roots Architecture Workshops Create a stage using only recycled materials and the powers of your imagination with Roots Architecture Workshops at WOMAD. More information here.
Human Library Be a ‘human book’ in this extraordinary library or loan a ‘human book’ and learn something new from your ‘book’s’ experiences at WOMAD Charlton Park this year. Find out more about the Human Library or fill out the questionnaire to sign up as a human book at WOMAD this year.
WOMAD Spa Yes the WOMAD Spa is back to pamper you and treat you like royalty… Your Highness. More information here.
Don’t forget to buy your Franks Water bottle for free refills over the festi weekend.
The Dub Pistols emerged from the big beat scene after forming in 1996. Previously, Barry Ashworth had been in Bealearic band Déjà vu before becoming a DJ, and he’s continued to DJ all over the world when not rocking out live with the full Dub Pistols band.
DUB PISTOLS would just like to say sorry for anyone who has been waiting for their merchandise order to arrive, we had a slight problem with our manufacturer which has resulted in our order being delayed by 2 weeks. We have now been informed that our order will be delivered by tomorrow and in the post to you by tuesday next week, again a massive thanks for your support and sorry you have had to wait.
DUB PISTOLS recently took time out for their longest ever interview with LSD magazine the feature is 12 pages long and takes a look back at the whole bands long history WCPGW
The dub pistols are heading back to the Czech Republic to play the Might Sounds Festival 2011 on July 15th
Great Blissfields line up
Dub Pistol Barry Ashworth has been invited to play at The German film premier of Mr Nice the film based on the life of his good friend Howard Marks, joining Barry will be no other than Marten Hoger of Smash HiFi fame. Barry” Its an honour to play for Howard who has always supported the dub pistols and really is the nicest man you will ever meet”
Dub Pistols are to headline the new Green Peaks Eco Festival on September 3rd 2011 in the heart of Derbyshire more details to follow
The Dub Pistols will play live in Glasgow on Saturday 8th October @ The African and Caribbean Centre, 66 -68 Osbourne Street, Glasgow, G1 5 HQ
This saturday Dub Pistols main man DJ Barry Ashworth will be laying down one of his mash up dj sets at his favourite midlands club Smack.