A spate of artists have been confirmed for this summer's Warrior Festival today (Friday).
The event, which was first held last year, will be held at Sandown Airport on Saturday July 30 in aid of local charity The Wight Brainy Bunch.
The charity offers emotional support and financial assistance to Isle of Wight families affected by the devastation of brain tumours.
Warrior Festival organiser, Toby Sleight, who also fronts headline act The Foo Fighterz, told Isle of Wight Radio:
"The idea for the festival came about when a close family friend was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour about 18 months ago.
"I was blown away by how strong she was around receiving that kind of news, and the support given to her by the Wight Brainy Bunch amazed me.
"The idea was for a small gig, but it snowballed into the festival last year, which raised £8,000 for the charity."
Who's playing at Warrior Fest 2022?
Nine bands have so far been announced to play over the course of ten hours, with the music flowing from 1pm until 11pm. Here's the line-up so far.
The Foo Fighterz
Credit: Darren Hudson Photography.
Veterans of the Isle of Wight Festival, Foo Fighterz capture the majesty and energy of the Foo Fighters and their performance will be more pertinent in light of drummer Taylor Hawkins' recent passing.
Arctic Junkies
South Coast based Arctic Monkeys tribute act that play all of the Sheffield rockers' old school hits.
Meg Rasmussen
Credit: Darren Hudson Photography.
Singer who exploded onto the scene after recording the title tune for the festival in 2021.
Storm
Four-piece covers band who play a host of well known sing along songs from ZZ Top to Robbie Williams, specialising in sweet harmony vocals and guitar.
The Ohmz
Credit: Darren Hudson Photography.
Isle of Wight eight-piece reggae/ska band with more than decade of performances on the local scene.
Dirty L'il Secret
A four-piece rock covers band from The Isle of Wight who play everything from Queen to Guns N' Roses.
Mumma Mia
Tribute band who play the hits of Swedish Eurovision icons ABBA.
Spike Oatley
Sandown based guitarist and singer and the brains behind the popular Campfire Sessions at Brown's Golf Club.
The Baggywrinkles Blues Band
A collection of experienced musicians who have got together to continue playing music while living on the Island, the Baggywrinkles defy their... wrinkles with highly energetic shows.
In addition to the acts so far, Toby confirmed there will be special guests added to the bill at a later date.
Tickets for Warrior Festival are available online at £15 for general admission, £20 for camping and free entry for those aged under 12.
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