Toploader

Topping this year’s bill will be the almighty Toploader. Namfest will be the first of this summers fests to host the comeback of one of Britons biggest Brit-Rock bands.

With such hits as ‘Achilles Heel’ and ‘Dancing In The Moon Light’ to there name, they are sure to be an awesome sound on the night and a real treat for everyone coming along.

After reforming at a stag party…the boys are bringing out new material later this year so this is the just the start of a welcome comeback.

The Quails

Devon band the ‘Quails’ who have recently finished touring with such bands as ‘Muse’ and ‘Newton Faulkner’ will be headlining the Namfest ‘Roland Stage’…

They have a NEW ALBUM, “Master of Imperfection” out May 8th and are touring the new Album throughout May nation wide. They will be kicking off their Festival circuit with Namfest so bring on the rock.

We’re so exited to have them play as this is just the start of big things for these guys…

Bad Lizard

Bad Lizard have been playing the local Wiltshire scene (& further a field) for a few years now. They play an eclectic mix of funky riff-rock, tongue-in-cheek style guitar music & always rock out to the max. This power trio who are Tim (Tufty) Harding on Drums & backing vocal, Ben Slater on Guitar & lead vocal & Simon Walker on Bass & old lady have been pushing the boundaries of Funcountrock & have been compared to the chillies, Rage against the Machine & Tenacious D.

They’ve won a ‘Battle Of The Band’ competition & it’s easy to see why. Their songs are catchy, they always put on a great show & obviously enjoy what they do.

Web: www.badlizard.co.uk

Deluxe

Deluxe comprises four musicians of very impressive pedigree. Each one lives

local to the Bath area, but has worked with the world’s finest players, either onstage or in their roleswithin the music industry itself.

Guitarists Mick and Nev, along with Rog on bass, occupy pivotal roles on the UK’s top guitar magazines, while drummer Lee is a partner in one of the country’s leading musical instrument distributors.

The band’s sole aim is to bring the greatest pub-rock songs to life, evoking better times when the likes of The Beatles, Stones, Who, Kinks, Cream, Hendrix, Free, Mott
The Hoople and Bad Company ruled the airwaves.

An evening with Deluxe means great pub-rock songs delivered with style, gusto and panache. Come and join us: we guarantee you’ll leave with a smile on your face, singing some of the best tunes from the classic rock era.

Web: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Deluxe-O-Matic/197182742792?v=info

Gavin Thorpe

“West country songwriter with the long locks, elongated vowels and easy-going melodies designed to tap David Gray’s fan base”

Time Out Magazine

“Bristol based singer songwriter boasting a stunning voice, an arsenal of cheeky onstage asides and looks to match. Bastard”
Venue Magazine

“The quality of Gavin Thorpe’s songs set him apart from his contemporaries”
Mark Taylor, This is Bristol

Web: http://www.gavinthorpe.com

Joan Ov Arc

London based, all Girl Rock Band ‘Joan Ov Arc are set to rock the event with some head-banging awesomness!
They’ve been playing the London circuit for the past few years building up a massive following. They will be sure to bring an energetic performance to our little fest and give girl power a kick up the ass!

Energy Without the Sun

“Energy Without The Sun are one of the most original bands i have ever heard, they seem to have a passion for the music they create which is only really fully represented by their live gigs, i have never seen a band with as much heart and honesty as this band, i recommend everyone should go see them live!!.” - Kill The King Records

“The best thing to come out of Chippenham.” - The Gazette & Herald

Just Get Naked

With over 4,000 Face Book fans, Just Get Naked must be one of Chippenham hottest new Teen Rock Bands.

The members span both the main Schools and have an electric energy on stage that provides an inspiration to many young people.

They fought off stiff competition to play the Nam and we can’t wait to get them up on stage to open what promises to be a night to remember.