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The Isle of Wight has a wealth of musical talent which we believe deserves to be celebrated.

Find out about up-and-coming bands and musicians, whether they be popular or classical, as well as those already established.

Read about upcoming gigs and concerts and make sure you don’t miss out.

Shots from the symphony orchestra concert March 2025 - Allan Marsh 19

20, March 2025·8 min read

Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra Review: Mathilde Milwidsky’s stunning performances shine, including a world premiere

Highlights from the recent IWSO concert include a world premiere and Tchaikovsky’s Fourth Symphony

wet leg band

18, March 2025·5 min read

Wet Leg set to make waves again in the music scene as they hint at new music (updated)

Wet Leg revamping their online presence and hinting at future releases has set their fan world on fire

Audience at the church concert

12, March 2025·1 min read

Newchurch Male Voice Choir unites with Sea Gels Shanty Band for charity concert

Local choirs raise over £750 for MND patients during charity concert in Shanklin

electric guitar placed on an amp

10, March 2025·2 min read

Homegrown Music Festival 2025: Isle of Wight artists unite for charity

Line-up revealed for Homegrown Music Festival supporting IW Defibrillators and Community Action

Coach Party performing at a stadium in France

10, March 2025·1 min read

Coach Party secures support to expand international presence through MEGS funding

Music Export Growth Scheme boosts Coach Party's chances of global success

Concept illustration of Darkfield's Arcade

7, March 2025·1 min read

Ventnor Fringe 2025: Exciting and immersive line-up announced for this year’s festival

Ventnor Fringe 2025 launches ticket sales featuring a diverse range of shows

Nigel hartley on the piano with Mike Christie singing

7, March 2025·2 min read

Mike Christie to release new song to celebrate 35th anniversary of Walk the Wight

Mike Christie’s new song will celebrate the 35th anniversary of Walk the Wight event

Paul Armfield sleeping in a submarine - Paradox Paul

6, March 2025·2 min read

Paul Armfield’s new single celebrates the joy of book hoarding with unique AI-generated music video

Paul Armfield’s latest release features an AI-generated video and promotes his upcoming album

The Optimists portrait shot by David Rutherford

3, March 2025·1 min read

The Optimists’ ‘Another Mistake’ showcases raw emotion and driving guitar lines

Isle of Wight's The Optimists make waves with their latest release

Amy Jolliffe by beach huts

28, February 2025·1 min read

Love Is: Amy Jolliffe’s latest single inspired by social media romance

Singer-songwriter Amy Jolliffe embraces love with her new single, Love Is, available now

Mathilde Milwidsky

23, February 2025·2 min read

‘Exceptionally gifted’ violinist Mathilde Milwidsky to perform with Isle of Wight Symphony Orchestra

Experience an evening of classical music featuring Mathilde Milwidsky and renowned composers

Tatiana Eva-Marie

20, February 2025·2 min read

Ryde Gypsy Jazz Festival returns with Tatiana Eva-Marie headlining in May 2025

The Ryde Gypsy Jazz Festival is back, featuring Tatiana Eva-Marie and more

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