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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.

13, May 2008·1 min read

Allison Neale Plays Quay

Born in Seattle, USA and brought up in the UK, in Northamptonshire, alto saxophonist Allison Neale plays strongly in the...

9, January 2008·1 min read

Want To Work In The Music Biz? Get Involved

If so, then listen up. Get Involved, the management team behind the award winning Bestival, are looking for an outgoing,...

3, November 2008·1 min read

Quay Jazz Cafe – The Rick Harris Trio

The Rick Harris Trio plays the Quay Jazz Cafe

16, May 2013·1 min read

Charity concert brings variety of styles together

We understand they could do with some more support, so why not treat yourself to a night out of great Island music and help with another push of fundraising for the Lottie Rann Trust.

18, March 2011·1 min read

Are 89,999 People At Isle Of Wight Festival A Good Idea?

What do you think? Too many people, or the more the merrier?

14, September 2011·1 min read

Bjork Goes Shopping In Newport

Bjork splashes out at Waterstones in Newport on Monday lunchtime, when shop manager and fan, Paul Armfield, was out at lunch.

3, October 2014·1 min read

Read your poetry at festival to an improvised live jazz accompaniment

When Paul ran evenings like this at Waterstones, they were always very popular and a great night out.

3, October 2007·1 min read

Wild Oats and The Hoops At Progression Session

Another week goes by and tomorrow night sees some of the best in local musical talent hit The Progression Session...

3, May 2020·1 min read

Isle of Wight teenager wins BBC Young Musician keyboard category

Thomas Luke from Ryde put in a magnificent performance at the BBC Young Musician category final and has made it through to the semi finals

12, May 2010·1 min read

Paul Armfield’s Fish, Blood and Bones Released

Paul Armfield releases long awaited album

8, January 2008·1 min read

Cozy Flashbak, Wight Dragon, The Ladykillers

If you didn’t have a chance to catch any live music over the last couple of weeks, then take note...

2, April 2008·1 min read

Soul II Soul in Ryde on Friday

This has got to be a seminal moment in history – the council press office publicising a gig at Ryde...

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