Preview: Isle of Man Festival

2013 sees the very first proper music festival hit the shores of The Isle of Man, boasting a staggering line up including Paloma Faith, Primal Scream, Wretch 32, Johnny Marr and Laura Mvula.

Mike Warburton

Date published: 20th Jun 2013

Photograph: Laura Mvula

Billed as the Bestival or Isle of Wight Festival of the North, Isle of Man festival is a brand new event that has teamed up with MTV and Alcatel One for what is to be the island’s first ever true music festival.

Watch: Isle of Man Festival's Official Trailer

Isle of Man Festival aims to showcase everything the island has to offer, including locally sourced food and most importantly, its own beer, as well as some of the leading lights of the popular music world. Situated between the stunning Irish Sea coastline and the world famous TT Grandstand - Nobles Park, Douglas gears up to host somewhere in the region of 15,000 eager festival goers from right across the UK.

With headliners including Scottish rock heroes Primal Scream, London based grime innovator Wretch 32, the delightfully quirky and incredibly talented Paloma Faith as well as ex Smiths and guitar genius Johnny Marr, plus a dedicated Ministry Of Sound arena, the festival is shaping up to be something quite remarkable.

For the festival and holiday experience, Isle of Man’s first music festival is already looking pretty sweet.