Nuts In May 4-6^th May, 2012 Stainburn, Workington, Cumbria

In another coup for Cumbria’s newest festival one of the UK’s most respected rock acts, Martin Turner’s Wishbone Ash will appear live at Nuts In May.

Wishbone Ash was formed by West Country musicians Martin Turner and Steve Upton, who arrived in London in 1969 to embark on their musical journey. Intent on creating a musical sound that was rich in texture and melody, Martin Turner envisaged the band’s innovative harmony-guitar hallmark and guitarists Ted Turner and Andy Powell were recruited via a now legendary Melody Maker advert. The partnership of the original line-up of Wishbone Ash forged a unique musical identity that would produce some of rock music's best loved works and influence numerous successful bands. Wishbone Ash would become synonymous with high quality guitar-driven melodic rock music.

Over four decades later, the enduring music of the classic marks of Wishbone Ash continues to delight audiences worldwide through both live performances and a rich legacy of recorded work that continues to be enjoyed by fans old and new. Classic album releases such as Argus, Pilgrimage, There’s the Rub, New England and Live Dates defined the Wishbone Ash sound and have touched the hearts of several generations of music fans. As lead vocalist and key creative force, founding original member Martin Turner was central to the critical and commercial success of Wishbone Ash’s most revered albums, with his passionate vocal delivery, songwriting ability, keen melodic sense and production values being a key ingredient in the definitive Wishbone Ash sound. Martin Turner continues to perform the band’s best loved works with his current line-up. Martin Turner’s Wishbone Ash features guitarists Ray Hatfield and Danny Willson, and drummer Dave Wagstaffe and remains faithful to the original Wishbone Ash blueprint.

Martin Turner describes working with his current band as “an extremely rewarding experience on both a musical and personal level, with a positive vibe not unlike the early days of Wishbone Ash. We have a great time revisiting many of the classics from the vintage days of Wishbone Ash, recreating the essence of many songs, reminding us a of the diversity contained in the Wishbone Ash back catalogue.”

NUTS IN MAY, Cumbria’s newest festival, takes place over the bank holiday weekend 4-6 May 2012, just outside Workington. Held on fifty acres of specially landscaped beautiful woodland, Nuts In May promises to become another permanent fixture on the festival scene. Already experiencing brisk ticket sales with people booking tickets from all corners of the country, Nuts In May will be the place to be in Cumbria come May! 

Boasting six stages, the main Jack In The Green stage, Cup Of Wonder, Nut Shack, Woodland Glade , Tufty’s Den and Nuts In-Formation (Open Mic). The organisers promise an exhilaratingly eclectic mix of acoustic, rock, folk, blues, reggae, soul, funk, dance, roots and world music and more with plenty to entertain besides includes storytelling, workshops, kid’s events, late night entertainment and plenty of delicious food stalls at this family friendly event.  

All weekend tickets are available at a recession beating £34. Young people of 12 to 17 £20. Under 11’s are free.  Camping is free although there is a small charge for vehicles of £5 per vehicle. Vehicles with trailers/caravans are £9 Tickets are available to buy online HERE