2023 LINE UP

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

SATURDAY

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Our Headline Act
21:00pm - 22:15pm

National Tribute Award Winning, A Vision Of Elvis, is a highly acclaimed tribute show that has gained a reputation as one of the world's best Elvis impersonators. With its captivating performances and exceptional attention to detail, this tribute act brings the music and spirit of the King of Rock and Roll back to life.

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20:00pm - 22:15pm

Formed in 2009, this band features lead guitar, rhythm guitar, bass guitar, drums, tenor sax, and 2 front men, all fully accomplished musicians/singers. They have an additional 3rd backing singer among the musicians. The band performs in Showaddywaddy style jackets and trousers, with their own sound and lighting equipment. They play 40 songs, including all the well-known Showaddywaddy hits, as well as some conventional rock n roll and glam rock songs.

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19:30pm - 20:30pm

Ashby is home to a fantastic local band that has been entertaining audiences for over 20 years with their incredible range of music, from classic rock to modern-day rock hits. With their exceptional talent and passion for music, this band's performances are always high energy and full of enthusiasm, with each member bringing their unique style and flair to the stage. From the iconic rock anthems of the 60s through to the latest chart-topping hits, this band can play it all.

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18:30pm - 19:30pm

The Ashby Big Band is a Swing Orchestra paying tribute to legends like Glenn Miller and Duke Ellington. They rehearse monthly and perform at prestigious events with tailored programs. Based in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, they serve Derbyshire, Wales, Nottingham, and Yorkshire.


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18:15pm - 19:00pm

Riffler are a 5 piece covers band with energy! A top band with a wide genre of music to suit.

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17:00pm - 18:00pm

The Dazzlettes are a highly talented and entertaining musical group that has taken the world of live music by storm with their incredible performances of popular toe-tapping Motown classics.

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CHRIS GEORGE

16:45pm - 17:45pm

Known locally for fronting popular rock band ReSession, Chris will take to the stage solo, playing high energy rock and pop covers ranging from The Killers to Eminem.

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THE THREE RIVERS GANG

15:30pm - 16:30pm

The Three Rivers Gang consist of John Harris on lead vocals and guitar, Ann Harris on backing vocals and squeezebox and martin on bass guitar and mandolin. They specialise in old country music.

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15:30pm - 16:30pm

UK's Heartland Roots Band is a Brit-Country rock group that won Group Of The Year 2021 at the UK Country Music Awards and ARC Radio Music Awards. Their sound is a unique blend of traditional and modern country, Americana blues, and rock, and their twelve chart singles include a number 1 hit.

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14:15pm - 15:00pm

Local artist Charlotte Bettson who played Ynot Festival last year, sharing the line-up with the likes of Stereophonics, Nothing But Thieves and Gabrielle, is performing a set of popular cover songs at Ashby Big Weekend mixed with her own songs which have been played on radio stations such as BBC Introducing, BBC Radio Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Lincoln, Planet Rock, RTÉ in Ireland and many more. With over 12000 followers on TikTok She’s one to keep an eye on.

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14:15pm - 15:00pm

Loop pedal artist from Leicestershire. Released his first hit 'Scream' in 2018. With influences from Ed Sheeran, Sam Fender and The Kooks. Catch him belting out uniquely crafted covers and witty originals.

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HARRY THORNLEY

14:30pm - 14:00pm

Kicking off our super Sunday, local singer Harry Thornley will return for his 4th annual performance at Ashby Big Weekend. He will be singing a mix of upbeat anthems and well-known classics from across the decades to get you up on your feet and singing along at the top of your voice! Harry told us: "I can't wait to be back performing at Ashby Big Weekend again this year, it’s always an amazing event and this year promises to be no exception! Get your best dancing shoes on and get ready to party Ashby”.

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THE ASHBEIAN MUSICAL THEATRE GROUP

13:35pm - 14:00pm

The Ashbeian Musical Theatre Group is an amateur musical theatre group based in Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire, in the UK. The Society was formed in 1962 and has continued to perform musicals annually since that date.





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THORNLEY DANCE ACADEMY

17:50pm - 18:05pm

15:05pm - 15:20pm
13:15pm - 13:30pm

We look forward to welcoming Thornley Dance Academy Street Dance to Big Weekend this year, opening the event with their amazing team. Choreographed and run by Harry Thornley, they will be performing 3 times throughout the day in-between the sets of other performers, giving plenty of opportunity to catch a glimpse of this great local dance group!

SUNDAY

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Our Headline Act 20:30pm - 22:15pm

National Tribute Award Winning, A Vision Of Elvis, is a highly acclaimed tribute show that has gained a reputation as one of the world's best Elvis impersonators. With its captivating performances and exceptional attention to detail, this tribute act brings the music and spirit of the King of Rock and Roll back to life.

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Our Headline Act 19:30pm - 21:50pm

Formed in 2009, this band features lead guitar, rhythm guitar, bass guitar, drums, tenor sax, and 2 front men, all fully accomplished musicians/singers. They have an additional 3rd backing singer among the musicians. The band performs in Showaddywaddy style jackets and trousers, with their own sound and lighting equipment. They play 40 songs, including all the well-known Showaddywaddy hits, as well as some conventional rock n roll and glam rock songs.

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19:15pm - 20:15pm

Ashby is home to a fantastic local band that has been entertaining audiences for over 20 years with their incredible range of music, from classic rock to modern-day rock hits. With their exceptional talent and passion for music, this band's performances are always high energy and full of enthusiasm, with each member bringing their unique style and flair to the stage. From the iconic rock anthems of the 60s through to the latest chart-topping hits, this band can play it all.

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18:15pm - 19:15pm

The Ashby Big Band is a Swing Orchestra paying tribute to legends like Glenn Miller and Duke Ellington. They rehearse monthly and perform at prestigious events with tailored programs. Based in Ashby-de-la-Zouch, they serve Derbyshire, Wales, Nottingham, and Yorkshire.


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18:15pm - 19:00pm

Riffler are a 5 piece covers band with energy! A top band with a wide genre of music to suit.

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17:00pm - 18:00pm

The Dazzlettes are a highly talented and entertaining musical group that has taken the world of live music by storm with their incredible performances of popular toe-tapping Motown classics.

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CHRIS GEORGE

17:00pm - 18:00pm

Known locally for fronting popular rock band ReSession, Chris will take to the stage solo, playing high energy rock and pop covers ranging from The Killers to Eminem.

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3 RIVERS GANG

15:45pm - 16:45pm

The Three Rivers Gang consist of John Harris on lead vocals and guitar, Ann Harris on backing vocals and squeezebox and martin on bass guitar and mandolin. They specialise in old country music.

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15:45pm - 16:45pm

UK's Heartland Roots Band is a Brit-Country rock group that won Group Of The Year 2021 at the UK Country Music Awards and ARC Radio Music Awards. Their sound is a unique blend of traditional and modern country, Americana blues, and rock, and their twelve chart singles include a number 1 hit.

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14:45pm - 15:30pm

Local artist Charlotte Bettson who played Ynot Festival last year, sharing the line-up with the likes of Stereophonics, Nothing But Thieves and Gabrielle, is performing a set of popular cover songs at Ashby Big Weekend mixed with her own songs which have been played on radio stations such as BBC Introducing, BBC Radio Derby, Nottingham, Leicester, Lincoln, Planet Rock, RTÉ in Ireland and many more. With over 12000 followers on TikTok She’s one to keep an eye on.

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14:45pm - 15:30pm

Loop pedal artist from Leicestershire. Released his first hit 'Scream' in 2018. With influences from Ed Sheeran, Sam Fender and The Kooks. Catch him belting out uniquely crafted covers and witty originals.

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HARRY THORNLEY

14:00pm - 14:30pm

Kicking off our super Sunday, local singer Harry Thornley will return for his 4th annual performance at Ashby Big Weekend. He will be singing a mix of upbeat anthems and well-known classics from across the decades to get you up on your feet and singing along at the top of your voice! Harry told us: "I can't wait to be back performing at Ashby Big Weekend again this year, it’s always an amazing event and this year promises to be no exception! Get your best dancing shoes on and get ready to party Ashby”.

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