As the second annual Rock N Roll Circus Sheffield gears up for another round of circus-themed live music, organisers have confirmed that Peter Doherty will join the bill alongside more huge acts and some of Yorkshire's finest emerging artists.
Doherty - fresh from an upcoming sell-out Libertines tour, heads to Don Valley this summer where he'll take to the stage on Saturday 31 August before headline act and lifelong Wednesdayites, Milburn.
Meanwhile Gilbert O’Sullivan, handpicked by fellow Owls fan and headliner on Thursday 29 August, Richard Hawley, has also been confirmed for the festival.
O’Sullivan topped the UK and US single charts in the 70s with timeless songs and continues to be regarded with affection around the world.
Rock N Roll Circus Sheffield is fully committed to supporting the local community, with over 20 homegrown bands taking the stage alongside the headliners.
Harriet Rose is currently riding high after selling out the Leadmill and performing on tour around the UK.
South Yorkshire’s own City Parking’s post-punk sound captures the essence of the Steel City with nods to local landmarks.
You might know him from Reverend and the Makers, but Ed Cosens is stepping into the spotlight with his solo act! Singer, songwriter, producer, and part-time brewer, this South Yorkshire sensation has just dropped his latest album 'Fortunes Favour'. Get ready to be swept away by his soulful tunes and infectious energy.
Also hailing from Sheffield is Bromheads Jacket. The much-loved band – who have been on a hiatus but are now back together - is quite the coup for Rock N Roll Circus.
In what is their first festival appearance in their hometown for some years, Bromheads were again handpicked by Hawley.
Rock N Roll Circus is back bigger and better and will now boast a third stage, extended opening hours, a huge food and drink village, improved VIP packages and official backing by Honda Motorcycles, who are on board for the second year running as official sponsors.
For more information, answers to FAQs and to buy tickets, head to rocknrollcircus.co.uk
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