The Strokes will reactivate for the Isle of Wight Festival.
The iconic Isle of Wight Festival, taking place Friday 11th- Sunday 13th June, is back with a bang for 2010 as a host of international superstars including Jay-Z, The Strokes, Blondie, Pink, Orbital and Squeeze are set to descend on Seaclose Park, kicking off the festival season in true Isle of Wight style!Following the release of his 11th studio album The Blueprint 3 this year, rap and hip-hop idol Jay-Z will headline the main stage on Friday 11th June. Having overtaken Elvis Presley’s record of number 1 albums in the Billboard 200 Jay-Z is a modern day icon and music phenomenon.
Headlining the main stage on Saturday 12th June are New York City’s finest The Strokes. Having just picked up the 'NME Album of the Decade Award’ for their 2001 debut album 'Is This It’ the band are poised for an explosive return.
True icons Blondie, who were inducted into the prestigious Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2006, will make a guest appearance at the Festival on Saturday. Fronted by the uber cool Debbie Harry the band’s appearance will make the weekend one of the hottest tickets of the summer.
Special guest on Sunday 13th June will be worldwide superstar Pink who is sure to Get The Party Started. With over 23 million album sales under her belt Pink is one of the most popular artists of the decade. This feisty singer knows how to entertain the crowds, with her show-stopping performances and simply stunning vocals.
The Big Top is in for a treat on Saturday as Orbital bring their renowned live show to the headline slot. Following their comeback last year and the recent release of album '20’, the electronica duo will get the audience raving as they pull out all the stops with their amazing techno set.
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