The dream of playing the Isle of Wight Festival mainstage could become a reality for local young musicians as the 2025 Wight Noize competition launches today (Friday).
The Wight Noize initiative was conceived by Platform One, who have continuously strived to develop opportunities for young bands, artists, and musicians resident on the Island since 1999.
Supporting young IW musicians
Wight Noize is a mechanism to support young musicians on the Isle of Wight, which requires artists and bands to submit an application form with links to audio, video, and online promotion.
The idea is to support emerging performers who are actively seeking to take their next steps into the industry, by providing them with the opportunity to perform their original music at a major music festival.
Booth: It’s an exciting process
Andy Booth, Music Industry Liaison, Platform One, said,
“The Wight Noize initiative is one of the longest running music showcases in the UK.
“Being able to attract a music industry panel to review submissions is an exciting process.”
Live show for shortlisted bands
Shortlisted artists and bands will be invited to play a live showcase at Strings Bar and Venue on Wednesday 30th April, to a panel of industry guests.
One artist/band will be selected to open the festival’s mainstage on Sunday 22nd June, with the runners up being offered a performance slot on the ‘Platform One Stage’, which is based in the main arena.
23 years strong
Platform One has been involved in the festival since its rebirth in 2002.
Opportunities for young musicians at the festival have evolved each year thanks to the commitment of John Giddings, who is one of Platform One’s patrons.
Giddings: They have integrity, and they are good at what they do
John Giddings, Managing Director, Solo (Isle of Wight Festival), said,
“I am very proud to be a patron of Platform One. I think they do an incredible job of preparing young musicians for the reality of the music industry.
“I like helping people and my work with Platform One feels the right thing to do – they have integrity, and they are good at what they do.”
Booth: It’s an amazing opportunity for young musicians
These unique opportunities for young musicians on the Island confirm the ongoing support from Solo, the festival organisers.
Andy Booth, added,
“John Giddings and the team at Solo Music Agency have always been so supportive of Platform One.
“It is an amazing opportunity for young musicians to be involved in such a prestigious and successful festival.”
The Wight Noize Winners
The industry panel will decide on one act that is deserving of playing the main stage on Sunday 22nd June.
This is full VIP treatment as well as the opportunity to play on the Platform One Stage during the weekend.
This is certainly an incredible opportunity and one not to miss, so if you want to get involved in Wight Noize 2025 you can visit the Platform One website or follow the socials for updates @platformoneiow.
News shared by Jessica on behalf of Platform One. Ed
