Thanks to everyone who made our Strummerville campfire at Endorse It In Dorset so wonderful …
To Lamma and all the gang who made us feel so welcome, to all our amazing bands, our non-stop crew, our friends and supporters … until next year … keep the flags flying.
One love,
Strummerville x
We are all super excited to be back at Endorse It In Dorset next weekend with a Strummerville Campfire and our small stage presenting some of our bands.
This will be our third year at this great little festival in the glorious fields of Dorset. Tune in to “Strummerville Loves Endorse It” playlist featuring some of our bands.
See below for full band listings.
Love,
Strummerville x
FRI 12th
7 – Beans on Toast
8 – Promenade
9 – Gaz Brookfield
10 – Stone Them Crows
11 – New Broadcast Group
SAT 13th
7 – Billy Liar
8 – Huw Olesker
9 – Beans on Toast
10 – Ben Folke Thomas
11 – The Penny Black Remedy
SUN 14th
7 – Louise Distras
8 – Its all about Tobe
9 – Johnny Neasom
10 – Oresteia
11 – Ben Folke Thomas
11.30 – The Supernovas
To celebrate the soon to come festival season Strummerville has prepared a special Strummerville Festival Pack. Each pack contains:
10 meters of hand made Strummerville bunting
Printed Strummerville blanket
Your choice of hoody or sweat and t-shirt
A slick torch
A toothbrushing set, lanyard, lighter, bag and a Brothers Flag
£65 – all your festival essentials …
» click here for details & to order
ps. tent *not included* :)
These are the highlights i shot myself throughout our Strummerville campfire tour 2010.
Love,
Trish xx
Thanks to everyone at Lounge On The Farm for making it SUCH an ammmmazing weekend! We all had a great time and all our bands were awesome.
Our festival tour will continue next weekend at The Secret Garden Party where we will be hosting the big campfire with live campfire sessions from mid-night till sunrise every morning.
See you there.
One love,
Strummerville
Excerpt:
“I’d never heard of Strummerville until they set up camp near the memorial stone last year. Founded by friends and family, shortly after Joe’s death, Strummerville is a registered charity, dedicated to creating new opportunities for aspiring musicians. They set up camp at the festival and build a huge fire which they keep burning for the full five days.
Joe was infamous for his campfires at Glastonbury and it’s rumoured that he once kept one alight throughout a terrible storm, refusing to submit to the fierce wind and rain. Not only is this the perfect tribute to Joe, but the heart and soul of the festival. When that fire eventually goes out, it’s all over ’til next year.”
This weekend Strummerville will be hosting a huge campfire with live music at Lounge On The Farm in Kent.
Our line-up as follows:
FRIDAY
- 6 – HANDSHAKE
- 7 – WILD WOLVES
- 8- GOALERS DAUGHTER
- 9 – RUM SHEBEEN
- 10 – BEANS ON TOAST
- 11 – CROWNS
- 12 – NIMMO AND THE GAUNTLETS
SATURDAY
- 6 – THOMAS J SPEIGHT
- 7 – TURNCOAT
- 8 – THE BUCKET BOYS
- 9 – HANDSHAKE
- 10 – NAT JENKINS
- 11 – SUPERNOVAS
- 12 – RUM SHEBEEN
SUNDAY
- 6 – BEANS ON TOAST
- 7 – THOMAS J SPEIGHT
- 8 – NAT JENKINS
- 9 – HOLY VESSELS
- 10 – NIMMO AND THE GAUNTLETS
- 11 – GOALERS DAUGHTER
- 12 – SUPERNOVAS
Come and see us if you are there.
Love,
Strummerville x
Excerpt:
‘For those who don’t know, Strummerville is a registered charity that aims to keep Joe’s memory alive. Strummerville offers support, resources and performance opportunities to artists who might not normally have such access, among them the extremely talented band, the Riff Raff. Here’s their insider’s Glastonbury journal…
The festival started early for us this year; we, the Riff Raff, arrived on site with the Joe Strummer New Music Foundation (www.strummerville.com) on a (happy) Monday. With the sun beating down on our backs, we walked the two miles from the car park (carrying equipment) to the Joe Strummer field located in the opposite corner of the festival. For us, the first few days before the public arrives were spent constructing the stage and camp area around the Strummerville field, drinking copious amounts of local cider and eating good food.”
Excerpt:
“Strummerville, Glastonbury – The spirit of legendary Clash guitarist and devoted Glastonburian, Joe Strummer, burns on at Strummerville, where organiser hope to light the weekends biggest campfire.
The spot – near Shngri-La field is where Joe used to host his own parties. Over the weekend bands including The Drums, Frank Turner and Lissie will drop by for acoustic sessions … everybody’s welcome.”
Excerpt:
“Strummerville will be kicking off this year’s festival tour at their natural home, Glastonbury festival. They will be lighting the campfire (the biggest campfire at Glastonbury) Thursday night and keep it burning till Monday morning.
Situated in the Unfair Ground field in the exact same spot where Joe Strummer used to have his fire, the strummerville campfire sessions will start at midnight every night and will run until 3am. Confirmed acoustic performances from bands include a mixture of Strummerville supported bands and bands who are fans of Joe Strummer himself, such as: The Drums, I Blame Coco, Beans on Toast, Handshake, Sound of Rum, Ali Love, Lissie, Fionn Regan, Frank Turner, Depot, Nat Jenkins and many, many more (some who can’t be announced!). ”
Excerpt:
“Strummerville – a charitable foundation, set up in Joe Strummer’s honour – have announced a few of the bands playing their annual Campfire event at Glastonbury Festival.
Situated in the ‘unfair ground field’ in the exact same spot where the Clash frontman used to have his fire, the campfire will be lit on Thursday and it’ll be kept burning until Monday morning, during which time several artists will stop by between midnight and 3am every night to play acoustic sets.
Confirmed acts so far include: The Drums, I Blame Coco, Beans on Toast, Handshake, Sound of Rum, Ali Love, Lissie, Fionn Regan, Frank Turner, Depot and Nat Jenkins, with more to come.”
Excerpt:
“The Drums played an intimate campfire show in the early hours of this morning (June 27) in the Strummerville area of Glastonbury.
The New York four-piece played their set on the area’s tiny bunting-laden stage, playing through small amps in front of a campfire and a few hundred festival-goers.
The timing of the set had been kept secret with the area largely unmarked, lending a sense of surprise to the show.”
Excerpt:
“What a weekend Coco had at Glastonbury, playing three shows in one day on Saturday!
It all started in the scenic surroundings of the Park Stage, which Coco opened on the second day of the festival and provided the perfect wake up call and cure for those with hangovers.
That was followed by an acoustic show at the chill and charge tent before Coco followed The Drums with an intimate set at Strummerville round a campfire just after midnight – the perfect end to the perfect day.
Look out for a blog from Coco about the festival coming soon…”
Excerpt:
“So you mudda skuddums going to Glastonbury this year, be sure to make your presence felt at the Strummerville campsite this year. Strummerville will be lighting the campfire (the biggest campfire at Glastonbury scuse me!) Thursday night and keep it burning all around the clock.
Located in Unfair Ground field in the exact same spot where Joe Strummer used to have his fire, the strummerville campfire sessions will start at midnight every night and will run until 3am.”
http://flyingwithanna.wordpress.com/2010/06/22/glastonbury-2010-a-few-things-you-should-do/
Strummerville Campfire Tip #2
Excerpt:
“Yes, it’s that time of year again when the whole country unites behind a common cause, dresses up in ridiculous outfits, drinks far too much alcohol and gathers together to watch their heroes bring them joy. No, not the World Cup, we’re all too hardened by dozens of disappointments for that – we’re talking about Glastonbury Festival.
This year the biggest festival of them all turns 40 – so what better way to gear up for Glastonbury than to offer 40 top tips for what to do at Worthy Farm this year. Sure, it might take as long to read as it will to get through the legendary Glasto queues, but it will be a lot more fun.”
Excerpt:
“Situated in the Unfair Ground field in the exact same spot where Joe Strummer used to have his fire, the strummerville campfire sessions will start at midnight every night and will run until 3am. Confirmed acoustic performances from bands include a mixture of Strummerville supported bands and bands who are fans of Joe Strummer himself, such as: The Drums, I Blame Coco, Beans on Toast, Handshake, Sound of Rum, Ali Love, Lissie, Fionn Regan, Frank Turner, Depot, Nat Jenkins and many, many more (some who can’t be announced!).”
Excerpt:
“Continuing, the singer mused on the connection between The Drums and classic 60s pop. “We try to write simple, classic pop melodies, that’s what those ’60s girl groups did so well. So it makes sense. This is the thing that I’m most excited about.” Meanwhile, The Drums are set to play a special set at Glastonbury this weekend. The band are scheduled to play at the Strummerville campfire, created in honour of legendary Clash frontman Joe Strummer.”
Strummerville Campfire @ Glastonbury – June 24th / 25th / 26th / 27th
Strummerville will be kicking off this year’s festival tour at their natural home, Glastonbury festival. They will be lighting the campfire (the biggest campfire at Glastonbury) Thursday night and keep it burning till Monday morning.
Situated in the unfair ground field in the exact same spot where Joe Strummer used to have his fire, the Strummerville campfire sessions will start at midnight every night and will run until 3am. Confirmed acoustic performances from bands include a mixture of Strummerville supported bands and bands who are fans of Joe Strummer himself, such as: The Drums, I Blame Coco, Beans on Toast, Handshake, Sound of Rum, Ali Love, Lissie, Fionn Regan, Frank Turner, Depot, Nat Jenkins and many, many more (some who can’t be announced!).
In true Strummerville spirit, no times will be announced for any performance, the best way to find out is to swing by and say hi during the day to find out who’s playing that night, rest your feet on our many sofas, grab a tea from the cafe or take part in our drumming workshops.
For Joe Strummer, the idea of a “campfire” – any loose assembly of people bonded by the rising flames and the advancing dawn – became an art form in itself.
We’re here to provide warmth, encourage conversation, listen to amazing music and generally spread the love. Everybody’s welcome.
Strummerville 2010 Campfire dates include:
Glastonbury: 24th – 27th June
Lounge On The Farm: 9th – 11th July
Secret Garden: 22nd – 23rd July
Endorse It In Dorset – 6th -8th August
AVAILABLE NOW: The new Film about Strummerville, entitled Strummerville, directed by legend Don Letts – “In a cultural climate that feels like punk never happened Strummerville (the film) serves as a timely reminder of a way forward. It worked back then and it can work again – and man it needs to!” – Don Letts
‘Strummerville’ – Joe Strummer’s political spirit of punk, transcending generations.
To watch the trailer and buy the film – Click Here
Links:
http://www.strummerville.com/strummerville-campfire-at-glastonbury-festival-2010/
http://www.facebook.com/Strummerville
http://www.myspace.com/strummervillelondon
Strummerville has collaborated with WOWee to create the Strummerville WOWee Ghetto Blaster. These portable speakers are totally amazing … plug in your ipod / mp3 player and place speaker on any hard surface or on glass and the inbuilt bass gives incredible sound.
There are three versions of the speaker:
Strummerville WOWee Features:
- * WOWee is a compact portable speaker unit which provides a full range frequency response.
- * The unit is intended for both a fix and portable solution for all ipod, mp3, mp4, mobile phone and computer applications.
- * WOWee uses a hybrid technology of standard speaker, delivering the mid to high frequencies, and a SFX Gel Audio™ driver delivering low end Bass frequencies.
- * The extended low frequency response of the Gel Audio™ outperforms any similar size device by producing bass frequencies around 3 octaves below the low end cut-off of a traditional unit.
- * The unit is powered by an internal rechargeable battery and deliver up to 20 hours of playtime per charge.
- * The unit can be recharged via computer USB or a 5V USB power adapter using a plug.
- * Blue LED display indicates the power being ON/OFF and an Orange LED display indicates the charging status of the unit
- * Built-in audio limiter allows unit to handle a wide dynamic range of signal inputs.
Strummerville WOWee Specifications:
- * Dimensions (WxLxH): 60 x 120 x 25.8 mm
- * Product Weight: 200g
- * Driver: 1 x conventional Cone speaker, 1 x SFX Gel Audio™ driver
- * Frequency Response: 40Hz ~ 20kHz
- * Amplifier: D-Class
- * Output Power: 2W RMS
- * Input Power: 5V DC (via mini USB)
- * Rechargable Battery (Built-in): Lithium Ion 3.7v
- * Playback Duration: Up to 20hrs
- * Audio Input: 3.5 mm audio jack
- * Compatible: iPod™, mp3, mp4, mobile phone and computer applications.
We will be kicking off this years festival tour at our natural home, Glastonbury festival. We will be lighting the fire Thursday night and keep it burning till Monday morning.
Situated just by the entrance to to the Shangri-La field, the exact same spot where Joe used to have his fire. The campfire sessions will start at midnight and will run ’till 3am, with acoustic performances from bands such as: Handshake, Sound of Rum, Lissie, Fionn Regan, Frank Turner, The Drums, Beans on Toast, I Blame Coco, Depot and many many more. Swing by and say hi during the day to find out who’s playing that night, rest your feet on our many sofas, grab a tea from our cafe or take part in our drumming workshops.
For Joe Strummer, the idea of a “campfire” – any loose assembly of people bonded by the rising flames and the advancing dawn – became an art form in itself.
We’re here to provide warmth, encourage conversation, listen to amazing music and generally spread the love. Everybody’s welcome.
Loads of love,
Strummerville xxx
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