A million selling, number one chart topping artist is set to headline Northumberland Live at Bedlington this July.
Headlining will be singer, songwriter Matt Cardle’s whose first solo single, “When We Collide” went straight to number-one on the UK Singles Chart and became the second biggest-selling single of 2010 with 815,000 copies sold within two weeks. By the following June it had sold one million copies. Matt releases his fourth album; ‘Time To Be Alive’ on Sony Music on April 27th.
It’s the third year that Northumberland Live at Bedlington has taken place. Last year, The Commitments entertained thousands of people at the free spectacle and two years ago, the first concert saw Johnny Hates Jazz headline.
Once again, the Northumberland Live Festival at Bedlington on Saturday July 28 looks set to appeal to all ages and members of the family. Also announced on the bill is Midnight Soul Sisters who showcases classics songs by The Supremes, Tina Turner, Amy Winehouse, Chic and Beyonce. Other bands will be announced in due course.
The event is being funded by East Bedlington Parish Council with contributions from Ward Councillors funds and personal contributions from Keith Grimes and John Batey.
Parish Clerk Ron Thornton said: “We’re all very excited to have an X-Factor star here at Gallagher Park for Northumberland Live at Bedlington. The Parish Council are delighted to fund the event so that the people of Bedlington can enjoy a fun, family day out with entertainment for everyone.”
Organiser, Mel Jackson of Jigsaw Event Management said. “Matt Cardle is a well-known face and a real musical talent that will appeal to everyone. More acts will be announced soon and together with our media partners at BBC Newcastle we promise everyone at Northumberland Live at Bedlington a great day out for all the family.”
If you would like to be involved in the festival please get in touch via our Facebook page or email northumberlandlive@gmail.com
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Photo shows Matt Cardle
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