Carlisle’s Music Scene in 2017
UB40, Olly Murs, Jess Glynne and now Bryan Adams marks the start of what is to come musically in 2017 for our great Border City.
Over the past few years, the list of internationally renowned acts making their way to Carlisle has been getting bigger and bigger and so far it hasn’t shown any signs of slowing down.
Over the years Carlisle has become one of a kind; surrounded by vast landscapes, its prime location between Scotland and England and close proximity to Newcastle makes it an unparalleled city. Its prominent history coupled side by side with its modern shopping area as well as its wealth of varied venues makes it no surprise that Carlisle is becoming a popular stop for some of the biggest names in the music industry.
For a long time it felt like The Sands Centre was the primary venue for big names but Carlisle’s potential as a venue for gigs was recognised and brought to the nation’s attention in 2011 when it was chosen to host Radio Ones Big Weekend which saw the likes of Lady Gaga, The Foo Fighters, Black Eyed Peas and Bruno Mars take to the stage.
This was just the start of the cascade of big names that have since performed in Carlisle and the city now boasts a wide range of venues which cater for a variety of music tastes, artists and audience’s and in turn is responsible for the host of big names heading for Carlisle.
Steve Dunn, Arts Officer with the City Council believes it’s down to the hard work people have put into making Carlisle a destination and not a bypass. He said: “After generations of frustration people have upped their game. The energy in Carlisle is positive and welcoming, after so long of being known as a passing place we are now picking our heels up. Carlisle has lifted its head and people are now believing and being inspired by the cities potential.”
Over the coming months Carlisle will play host to various household names, including, Marti Pellow, Mike and the Mechanics and Shakin Stevens while the summer months are looking set to be just as memorable with visits from UB40 and Olly Murs who will be raising the roof at the Iconic Brunton Park. Multi-platinum recording artists, Bryan Adams will also be bringing his tour ‘Get Up’ to Bitts Park as part of an open air performance which is sure to one of the main highlights this summer.
He said: “I’m delighted to be continuing my tour and heading to Carlisle next summer. It will give me an opportunity to perform tracks from my latest album, Get Up, as well as some of my earlier classics. It’s going to be a special show and I hope my fans are able to join me.”
On welcoming yet another fabulous act to Carlisle, Councillor Anne Quilter, Carlisle City Council Portfolio holder for Culture, Heritage and Leisure, said: “Following the success of the Tom Jones concert in 2015, we’re delighted to be welcoming another great event to Bitts Park. The Bryan Adams open-air concert is sure to provide a boost to the local economy and will draw visitors from across the region. Get your tickets soon to avoid disappointment.”
We can only wait and see who else will be paying a visit to Carlisle in 2017, but, with big names already in the pipeline it seems Carlisle is only going to continue its role as a major destination for the stars.
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