DIZZEE RASCAL Dylan Mills more famously known as Dizzee Rascal broke on to the garage and hip-hop scene in 2002 with his debut album ‘Boy in da corner.’ He is the worlds most popular grime artist and has introduced this underground scene to a more mainstream audience. He was even the youngest person to be honoured with a mercury prize in 2003 for his debut album when he was only 19. He has then gone on to release a further two albums ‘Showtime’ and ‘Maths + English’ which have been influenced by a huge range of musical genres such as pop, dance, ragga even heavy metal. The London rapper and music producer’s most popular songs include ‘Fix up look sharp’ ‘Flex’ ‘Old Skool’ and ‘Dance Wiv Me’ his number one collaboration with Calvin Harris who played at last years Wakestock. Check out his most popular singles at www.myspace.com/dizzeerascal or www.we7.com.				THE ZUTONS Liverpudlian rock band the Zutons return to Wakestock for the second time. Returning from L.A where they recorded their third studio album, the Zutons are back to their best with their 60’s inspired Sci-Fi Trash rock. With a stream of hits the Zutons are sure to be a huge success at Wakestock this year. Their first album in 2001 “Who killed ...... The Zutons?” Was nominated for the 2004 Mercury Music Prize. Their second album “Tired of hanging around” spawned the hits “Why Don’t You Give Me Your Love” and “Valerie” famously covered by Wakestock regular Mark Ronson. Their third album “You Can do Anything” was released in 2008 check out the single “Always Right Behind You” at the bands MySpace www.myspace.com/thezutons.

 

			JUST JACK Best known for his 2007 single “Starz in their Eyes” which reached number 2 in the UK Charts. A self styled “Urban Poet” Just Jack blends hip-hop, samples, dance and pop into one. He started DJing at the tender age of fifteen having been brought up on a diet of dance music. His new album All Night Cinema is due to be released in May 2009, listen to the single “Embers” www.myspace.com/justjackuk.				ZANE LOWE Originally from New Zealand, Zane travelled to the UK around 10 years ago and has since become a well-known Radio 1 DJ. Shortly after arriving in the UK he got a job working at London’s XFM and has been on Radio since June 2003. Zane now has a regular evening slot on BBC Radio 1, playing a variety of alternative music from Rock to Drum and Bass, Punk to Hip Hop. Zane is also no stranger to TV performances, presenting the show ‘Gonzo’ on MTV TWO. He is also a member of Breaks Co-op, a band he formed in New Zealand, with Andy Lovegrove and Hamish Clark. Check out Zane’s set weekdays from 7:00pm on BBC Radio 1.

			TINCHY STRYDER Tinchy Stryder burst on to the grime scene in 2003 at the tender age of 16 under the wing of grime superstar Wiley. The vocalist and producer from Bow in east London later that year won ‘best newcomer’ in the sidewinder awards. Since winning the award the prince of grime went on to collaborate with major artists such as Wakestock favourites The Streets on their major hits ‘Pranging out’ and ‘fit but you know it.’ His debut album ‘Star in the Hood’ wasn’t released until August 2007, since then he has go on to collaborate with artists in the form of Craig David on his single ‘Where’s Your Love?’ and also Tiao Cruz on Styder’s single ‘Take Me Back’ released in January 2009 and it was with this single he reached his highest chart position of number 3. Stryder classes his biggest musical influences as Jay-Z, Busta Rhymes and of course his mentor Wiley who he believes influenced him in more ways than his music. With all this success and strong musical influences his career is going from strength to strength and there is no sign of him stopping any time soon. Check out his tracks on www.myspace.com/tinchystryder or www.we7.com.				CUBAN BROTHERS Born of the loins of seventies Havana, the Cuban brothers have been storming UK club land, with their energetic and unique live shows. Having played at Wakestock three times already the Brothers present a fresh approach to live entertainment. Combining soulful sexy Cuban tunes with dancing, comedy and an unbelievable amount of energy will give the Wakestock crowd something they are unlikely to see anywhere else. Listen to “A Million Stories” and “Love is Alive” at the bands MySpace to get a flavour of the Brothers.

			RED LIGHT COMPANY Red Light Company is a five-piece band hailing from around the world but formed in the UK in 2007. Despite some of the band being nearly deported in their early days, they stuck together and released their debut in March this year. Named by the NME as one of the hottest new bands of 2009, they have already toured with Editors and are set to conquer the UK this year. Bringing of blend of Punk and indie they have been compared to U2, Arcade Fire and the Editors. Check out their new single Arts and Crafts at the bands website www.thecubanbrothers.com.				HUW STEPHENS Presenter of the BBC Introducing Shows on BBC Radio 1 on Wednesday Nights, Huw has a passion for discovering new music and has travelled far and wide, to America, New Zealand and Manchester to seek out and reflect on the new music around today. He ran his own record label and writes regularly for various publications becoming a national presenter on Radio 1 in 2005. Huw also runs his own new music nights in London and his own festival ‘Swn Festival’ held at various venues across Cardiff with appearances from up and coming local bands. Huw maintains a busy schedule performing gigs at clubs and hosting at a variety of festivals around the UK.

			KID BRITISH Kid British in their own words “create their own noise by mixing a bit of this with a bit of that and ending up with one big fat MANKY sandwich”. This sandwich contains old school ska, dancehall, indie, reggae and some electro pop thrown in for good measure. Kid British are attempting to put the fun back into music, which will go down well at this year’s festival by the Sun. Check out “Sunny Days” on their MySpace page www.myspace.com/kidbritishmusic				MARINA AND THE DIAMONDS Half Welsh/Half Greek London based songstress Marina Diamond is bringing her own Electro trash sound to Wakestock this year. Citing her biggest influence as Vivienne Westood, she mixes her unique singing voice with electro pop and some surreal touches that makes her stand out from all the other female singer-songwriters. Drawing parallels with Kate Bush an Imogen Heap, Marinas catchy sync pop will no doubt go down well with the Wakestock crowd.

			GOLDEN SILVERS Golden Silvers are a London based trio formed in 2007 by Ben Moorhouse, Gwylim Gold and Alexis Nunez. The band were tipped as London’s top newcomers last year after producing a series of wonderful singles and performing some cracking shows. Having just released their debut album’True Romance’ in April Golden Silvers show they have a very similar sound to the Band MGMT, but have their own unique English voice.				YOUNG FATHERS It is not often you hear the words Scottish and Hip Hop in the same sentence, but this is exactly what Young Fathers are , a Scottish Hip Hop trio who are causing a real stir. These talented 20 year olds have honed their skills over the last few years since meeting at an under 18’s hip hop night in Edinburgh. They showed thier rapping skills in open mic slots and came together with a shared desire to write songs rather than just rap over beats, creating their first tracks using cheap music software and a microphone from Argos. Young Fathers have also finished recording of their debut album “Inconceivable Child… Conceived,” which is available for download. As their reputation grows, Young Fathers have the commercial potential to sire a brave new scene in a country not previously renowned for turning out world-class hip-hop acts. Wakestock is looking forward to their set this year.

			DAINTON & PRITCHARD Skate fiends Matthew Pritchard and Lee Dainton generally do a nasty melange of insane skating, filthy humour, sick pranks, and other things your parents won't approve of. These boys make up half of the group Dirty Sanchez who have toured extensively with their gross out stage show. We welcome them to Wakestock in 2009 to bring some of their unique humour to the stage where they will compere. These boys know how to party and you won’t be able to avoid their infectious humour will definitely rub off on the crowds.				THE MISSION DISTRICT The three founding members of Mission District, Rancourt, Travis Barfoot and Rob Rousseau, have been playing together for the past two years with the recent additions Antoine Rochette and Mike Hand. The band started out playing local gigs carving out a niche for the band within the eclectic Montreal music scene. The Mission District take inspiration from 80’s Brit Pop bands such as The Cure and Tears for Fears along with contemporary American pop outfits Metro Station and The Get Up Kids. Those influences can be detected in the ringing guitar, swirling keyboard sounds, and full vocal harmonies, a perfect frame for David's melodic and plaintive voice and accessible yet smart lyrics. The Mission District have blown away crowds as the opening act for the likes of The Bravery, Simple Plan, Mobile, and Elbow, and now have a loyal base of fans in both Montreal and Toronto. The group recently signed with Relentless Records/EMI to release a single in the UK and is currently working with Andy Green (Keane, The Feeling, Scouting For Girls)

			YR ODS The Yr Ods are a 5 piece indie outfit, hailing from the bangor and porthmadog area. They have enjoyed much success recently, and were one of eleven finalists at this year's Q Magazine's Glastonbury Emerging Talent. The band will be appearing at Glastonbury Festival on the Queen's Head Stage, as well as other festivals includung a main-support slot at this year's national Eisteddfod. Their latest single 'Fel Hyn am Byth' currently features in the Welsh music chart, and have received national and regional Radio 1 airplay, as well as all major Welsh radio stations. They have gigged consistently all over Wales over the past year and a half, and have a dedicated fan base.				FRAN & JOSH Originally Fran and Josh’s music developed from a love for flamenco, admiring artists such as Paco De Lucia, Rodrigo Y Gabriela and Tommy Emmanuel. By studying their fast paced and skillfull guitaring techniques they began to teach themselves from day one. 'Fran and Josh' have combined flamenco with true party music. In doing this they continue to cover many genres through the use of an acoustic guitar, for example Hip-hop, house music, dance, trance and D'n'B. Wakestock will love them!

			JETTBLACK A five piece are a hard rock band from Vancouver Canada. JETTBLACK have concentrated their efforts on writing killer riffs, ear shredding solos and huge hooks all delivered with a good sense of humour, and a tight as hell live show. JETTBLACK have taken their influences that lie in eighties and early 90’s rock and metal and given them a fresh lease of life. The band produce carefully crafted songs oozing with melody, power and unparalleled catchine				LAZY BOYS This young local band from Abersoch itself have been playing together now for over 5 years and it shows. With a tight set of some great songs they are sure to get the crowd going in the main areana on the Sunday afternoon.