Island Vibe Festival 2010

Ladi 6 (NZ)

Groundation (US)

Paula Fuga (Hawaii)

Opiuo

+ Darky Roots, Kooii, Rhythm Hunters, Impossible Odds, Paua, Djambouki, 20,000 Leagues, Rhythm Collision Sound, De La Haye, DJ Mustaphaa, Andy Dub and Landsoaken

With many, many, many more tba ….

The first big line-up announcement for Island Vibe 2010 is here, and brings a massive set of bands from Australia and around the world to the sun-soaked shores of North Straddie.

New Zealand’s premier female MC Ladi6 (Karoline Tamati) is set to bring her energetic live performances, sublime soulful vocals and conscious lyrics to Island Vibe 2010. The landmark success of her debut solo album Time Is Not Much on both sides of the Tasman saw Ladi6 gracing the stage of the Big Day Out and touring with De La Soul, 50 Cent and The Roots. Her vocals have been sought out to feature on tracks by Fat Freddys Drop, Shapeshifter, Scribe and 50Hz, as well top German hip hop artist Sepalot. This will be Ladi6’s first visit to Island Vibe and is set to be a massive headline act.

Groundation

Hailing from North California, Groundation have been pioneering the new reggae sound for over 12 years – in that time releasing 8 studio albums. Featuring an elastic line-up that can see up to 9 people on stage at a time, their Virgin Island fusion of trumpet, saxophone, trombone, timbales, congas, and authentic organs has seen them become one of the most influential acts on the US reggae scene. Renowned as much for their social consciousness as their musical pedigree, they have a deep association with Jamaican culture and Rastafari, and their commitment to the environment  is a great complement for the Island Vibe ethos.

Paula Fuga

With a list of collaborations that includes Jack Johnson and Ziggy Marley, Paula Fuga stands towards the pinnacle of the Hawaiian Reggae scene. Possessing a distinct rich soulful voice similar to the likes of Erykah Badu and Jill Scott, her R&B sound has a strong wide appeal and is set to shine against the breezy Island Vibe backdrop.

Opiou

Melbourne breakbeat producer Opiuo has taken the national scene by storm – his new album Slurp and Giggle has gone gangbusters, named Sunset Album Of The Week on FBi, Tipsheeted on PBS and racking up airplay Aus-wide. A self confessed music addict with a light hearted approach to life and art, Opiuo is at his best whilst hiding from the world, creating fun fuelled music. Influences coming from everything, from life changing experiences, to mere cups of tea. Incorporating sounds as varied as jazz, reggae, funk, rock, psychedelia, and downright chunky goodness.

PLUS

Darky Roots, Kooii, Rhythm Hunters, Impossible Odds, Paua, Djambouki, 20,000 Leagues, Rhythm Collision Sound, De La Haye, DJ Mustaphaa, Andy Dub and Landsoaken

Now into its fifth big year, Island Vibe has solidified its reputation as the leading Reggae, Roots and Cultural festival in the South Pacific. The three day festival held in late October annually on the pristine North Stradbroke Island is the ideal home of great tunes and good vibes, with thousands of people from around Australia making the annual pilgrimage to enjoy the festival.

 

2009 marked the biggest year yet for the event with Chali 2na, Natiruts and Sunshine Sound System rocking the line-up, and the festival enjoying an almost virtual sell-out. The build-up for this year’s Island Vibe has already kicked in to overdrive, as early bird  and second-round tickets sold out in record time. Still, there is plenty of tickets and accommodation available, but get in quick to lock away your place amongst the music, sun, surf and sand.

 

Stradbroke Ferries

Once again Stradbroke Ferries are coming onboard with Island Vibe to offer you plenty of solutions for getting to the festival. Head to the transport section at the Island Vibe website for details on how to get your ferry pass for a discounted rate. Book early to secure your preferred departure time.

 

www.stradbrokeferries.com.au

 

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Accommodation

Plenty of accommodation is still available across North Stradbroke island, but organisers are urging people to get in early as it will definitely sell-out. Redlands City Council handles all camping on the island, and can be booked directly through 1300 551 253.

 

Holiday Homes, Units, apartments and many other accom options are also available, check out the accommodation section on the Island Vibe website for full details.

 

The Greener Festival Award

Island Vibe was one of 8 festivals and the first from Queensland to be awarded the 2010 Greener Festival Award. The awards are presented to festivals who  show a dedicated commitment to the environment, both through their actions and trying to positively impact those of their attendees. Island Vibe was commended for making sure beverages were consumed from reusable cups, ensuring our market vendors lead the way through use of biodegradable products, plates, detergents and packaging, and collecting all organic waste and donating  it to the first ever Stradbroke Island Community Gardens, and finally aiming for a plastic bag free event.

 

Island Vibe

3 Days: Friday 29th, Saturday 30th & Sunday 31st October

Home Beach, Point Lookout, North Stradbroke Island (Minjerribah)

FIRST ANNOUNCEMENT: Ladi 6 (NZ), Groundation (US), Paula Fuga (Hawaii), Opiuo, Darky Roots, Kooii, Rhythm Hunters, Impossible Odds, Paua, Djambouki, 20,000 Leagues, Rhythm Collision Sound, De La Haye, DJ Mustaphaa, Andy Dub and Landsoaken

PLUS MANY MANY MANY MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED

www.islandvibe.com.au

The Island Vibe Festival is benefiting from funding under the Queensland Events Regional Development Program (QERDP). The QERDP is an investment program designed to extend the flow of economic and social benefits of events to regional Queensland. A state-wide initiative, the program is committed to enhancing existing events in regional Queensland, as well as assisting in the establishment of new events. Since the QERDP began in 2001, more than $15.3 million has been invested in 705 regional events, an indicator of the important role these events play in their communities and wider Queensland.