Friday Night in the Big Top
Two of the most popular Dance/D&B DJs to play VW Action in the last several years, both Ivan McCutcheon and Trademark return for 2009. Both with eclectic, diverse, but always crowd-pleasing sets, ranging from Old Skool House to cutting edge Drum N Bass. Ivan is best known as the editor of Volksworld Magazine, but his record collection and DJ career cover the whole history of dance music. Last year Ivan played an extended set whilst VW Action awaited the (late!) arrival of one of Ivan's personal DJ heroes, Trevor Fung. This year Ivan will be storming the decks before the return of Mark Shrimpton, aka DJ Trademark
Trademark has come up through the ranks. His move onto the turntables came in 1990 when he was working with Bug Kann & the Plastic Jam and was the driving force behind the all time rave classic 'Made in 2 Minutes', and as a result he got the call to perform at the now legendary World Party Raves. Trademark has also played at events all over the country and has supported Carl Cox and The Chemical Brothers at the V Festival. Trademark also represents Stussy (L.A.) and has also represented the Euphoria label.
Saturday Night in the Big Top
Gangsters and Molls Theme Party
For years now one of the most anticipated elements of VW Action has been the Saturday night 'theme party'. The level of participation in the fancy dress has been mindblowing. This year, the theme has been pretty much presented to us by the planned antics with the 'Gangster Car'. Whether your particular style of Gangster dress is inspired by 40s Chicago, 60s London, The Sopranos or Bugsy Malone, we're hoping that you go the extra mile with your costume. On past experience it's certain most visitors will. We are sure that the 'molls' can just put together a little outfit suitable for a night out on the arm of Al Capone, and equally sure that once again, the compulsive cross dressers will not disappoint, with ladies in pinstripe suits, and more than a few guys taking their style tips from Tony Curtis and Jack Lemmon in 'Some Like It Hot'.
Musically, the evening kicks of with classic 'Northern Soul', the perfect warm up for an hour in the company of 'The Modfathers'. Fans of Northern Soul, The Small Faces, The Jam and Paul Weller will have the time of their lives. 'The Modfathers' - on stage at 9.30 - are the Mod band of the moment. Over the years 'The Modfathers' have performed extensively throughout the UK & Europe. If you love Paul Weller you will love 'The Modfathers', from the aggression of 'The Jam' to the soul of 'The Style Council' through to the more mature sounds of his solo years... it's all here... Don't miss!
Saturday night's finale sees the very welcome return of the UK's Godfather of Glam... The Don of Disco, the one, the only, new, even hipper, JENSEN D GROOVER with the lovely, sexy, Narni Shakers! Don't dare miss it!
Late Night Movie - Saturday Evening in the Fuellers 'Speakeasy' Bar
In keeping with the VW Action 2009 theme for Saturday evening, starting at 00.15am in the Fuellers bar (near the start line) is the cult classic 'Lock, Stock, and Two Smoking Barrels'. You'll need to bring your sleeping bag or a blanket, and in the tradition of last years 'sleepover', we'll provide some free popcorn.
Fuellers 'Speakeasy' Bar Live Music - Friday Evening.
Scott McEwan And The Candle Thieves - Indie/Pop - Friday 9.30pm
A unique sound comprising of the vocals of Scott McEwan, blended with Guitar, Glockenspiel, Keyboards, Harmonica, Melodica and much else, providing an individual, unmistakable and totally original sound. Radio attention and live radio sessions, as well as support slots with other excellent artists such as Sam Isaacs and Amy Studt suggest that everything is moving in the right direction for 2009.
Lost On Campus - Acoustic/Indie/ Pop - Friday 10.00pm
"...Lost On Campus shines with charming insecurity and lyrics you will want to scribble all over your next notebook" - Big Cheese, January 2008
"Beautiful lyrical presence" - Caitlin Stasey (Rachel Kinski - Neighbours)
"Shimmering, heartfelt acoustic melodies" - Big Cheese
"One of the best acoustic tracks by a UK artist in ages" - Paul Savage, Punktastic
My Last Mistake - Acoustic/Alternative/Folk Rock - Fri 10.45pm
Dark, mellow, passionate and most of all sincere. Everything you ever need to know about My Last Mistake is all right there in that sentence. With heart felt lyrics and a voice unlike anyone else, singer/song writer Leah Newcombe is a writer beyond all others, I mean seriously good. And if you love Dashboard Confessional, Counting Crows and Damien Rice, and the mellower sounds of the Foo Fighters, Smashing Pumpkins and many more, you'll definitely love them.
If you don't believe us, then surely 1.75 million hits and 4.4 million plays on their myspace profile speaks for itself. Awe inspiring Friday Night Headliners.
Fuellers 'Speakeasy' Bar Live Music - Saturday Evening.
Dr Robert - Indie/Rock/Acoustic- Sat 8.30pm
Originally from Hartlepool which is up North somewhere, Dr Robert packed his suitcase and guitar and came to London to find his fame and fortune. Discovering he shares the same birthday as David Bowie and Elvis Presley (two of his idols) seemed like a sign to Robert that his path was already paved and now he is ready to walk it. Live Dr Robert captivates audiences with his wistfully crafted blend of Northern pop rock and roll. Many gigs have been memorable not just for the music but also The Dr's humour and occasional self righteous drunken outbursts. Once seen, never forgotten!
Projekt - Saturday - 9.15pm
Projekt was born in November 2008 and immediately started putting together some proper rock 'n' roll tunes. They recorded their demo in January 2009 and hit the ground running playing the London circuit at places such as Tommy Flynn's, The Good Ship, Proud Galleries, The Bull and Gate and have already built up a pretty staggering fan base.
Dave Woodcock - Acoustic/Indie/Folk - Saturday 10.15pm
Dave Woodcock is a phenomenon. Looking like a Jarvis Cocker for the iTunes generation, he writes instantly memorable indie/pop tunes, with genius hooks and even more genius lyrics... If you imagine the kind of solo act which might blow away the likes of Neil Hannon, or the aforementioned Mr Cocker, you'll be half way to understanding quite how uniquely brilliant Dave Woodcock is. Absolutely not to be missed!
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