Festival Sounds

Today Bilal and Tilly interview @secretglasto and, even now, we do not know his real identity. SecretGlasto is the twitter handle with 100K follows who have for years given tips of who is playing those TBA slots on the line up.  How do they handle that responsibility? How do they get their leads? Give the episode a listen to find out.

Bilal and Tilly, with help from our twitter followers, react to the Glastonbury Festival 2024 line up poster.   Does this Glasto poster have the wow factor?

Tilly and Bilal try to cover how they pack for festivals in one episode and don't even come close to covering it all.   We cover bag, booze, food and tents.We do manage to chat about some of the challenges we face, what the rules are for taking glass into festival fields, getting the right bag and tent.  And a little bit of food chat.

Tilly and Bilal are joined by festival trader, Sally who takes her clothing store, Pretty Flamingo, with its beautiful sequin store front, around UK music festivals, including to Glasto.  Sally talks us through how she got into festivals and running a stall at them, how she puts her team together and the pleasures and challenges this line of work brings.  Festival traders add so much to the festival experience, this is the story of music festivals from their perspective.  If you get chance, check out her stall at festivals around the country, or her store in Liverpool, Freida Mo's.

For over 50 years, the Glastonbury Festival has been one of the most iconic music festivals in the world. With its stunning location, eclectic lineup, and emphasis on arts and activism, Glastonbury offers an experience like no other.In this episode, we dive into what sets Glastonbury apart from other major music festivals.With origins in 1970s counterculture, how that free-spirited vibe still permeates the event today. We discuss the festival's unique setting on a dairy farm in the Somerset countryside and what that rustic backdrop adds to the atmosphere.Our new co-host Tilly joins us to chat about our favorite aspects of Glastonbury, from the awe-inspiring Pyramid Stage to the late-night revelry. Tune in to find out what elements come together to create the one-of-a-kind experience that half a million fans flock to Somerset for every June. Whether you’ve never been or you’re a seasoned Glasto veteran, this episode will remind you why this festival is so magical and so very special.

This week we are joined by two guests, Rhys who succeeded in the ticket sale and one Tilly who did not.  We discuss how the ticket sale went, suggestions that it should be replaced by a ballot, what that will do for the atmosphere in the festival and what are the options if you are still without a ticket.

In this episode of Festival Sounds, I'm joined by Eloise, our incredible well informed guest who is helping me with a deep dive into sustainability. Join us as we uncover the practical and innovative ways in which festivals across the UK are embracing eco-friendly practices, from reducing plastic waste to embracing renewable energy sources.Discover how these festivals are minimising their environmental footprint,  We'll share stories of change, shedding light on the small yet impactful decisions made by both organisers and attendees to create a more sustainable festival experience.

In this episode, we're unlocking the mystery behind one of the most coveted tickets in the world - Glastonbury Festival. Whether you're a seasoned festival-goer or a first-timer, this episode is packed with insider tips and hacks to score those elusive Glastonbury tickets.

My good friend Donald joins us to chat about how he got into volunteering with the Glasto recycling crew as an alternative to getting a ticket

Bill is joined by four guests, all students who have volunteered at music festivals with Oxfam.  They discuss they experiences of working behind the scenes at festivals, what is its appeal and their musical highlights at Isle of Wight Festival, Wilderness Festival and Shambala Festival.They will join us again to discuss volunteering at Glastonbury Festival in a future episode.

Welcome to "Festival Sounds," where we explore the diverse world of music festivals. In this special episode, we shine a spotlight on a crucial aspect of festival culture: accessible camping at UK music festivals.In this episode Bill is joined by Daisy, that one mate everyone has who convinced them to go to their first festival.  She talks about her early festival experiences and what the process is to camp in accessible camping.  The difference accessible provisions make to the festival experience and how important they are to ensure diversity in the audience.

Welcome to Festival Sounds,  the podcast that explores new music at iconic UK music festivals such as Glastonbury Festival and asks, "Are music festivals ageless?".  Are you ever too old to enjoy Glastonbury Festival?  Bill is joined by his friend and new music fan Grahame.  We talk about age, family commitments and what music to listen out for at this years festivals.  Will Young Fathers be the show stealers this year?But it's not just about the music.  Join us as we celebrate new discoveries and reflect on the significance of music festivals in our lives.