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Lulu rose to fame in the 1960s. The singer won the Eurovision Song Contest in 1969 with ‘Boom Bang-a-Bang‘ and gained further international recognition for ‘To Sir With Love‘, which was a U.S. No.1 hit. Her 1993 collaboration with Take That, ‘Relight My Fire’, reached No.1 on the UK Singles Chart and became one of her biggest hits.

Skerryvore is a Scottish Celtic rock band formed in 2004. Known for blending traditional Scottish folk music with rock, pop, and Americana influences, the band has gained a global following. They have released several critically acclaimed albums and are a staple at Celtic and folk music festivals worldwide. While Skerryvore has not had a UK No.1 single, one of their most successful and well-known songs is ‘Live Forever’, which showcases their signature mix of energetic folk and rock influences.

Nina Nesbitt is a Scottish singer-songwriter who gained popularity through her melodic pop sound. She first rose to fame with her EP ‘The Apple Tree‘ (2012) and later achieved mainstream success with her debut album ‘Peroxide‘ (2014). Over the years, she has transitioned from folk-pop to more electronic and R&B-infused music. Her most popular track is ‘Stay Out’ (2013), which peaked at No.21 on the UK Singles Chart and remains one of her most recognized tracks.

Other notable acts include folk icon Eddi Reader, indie-folk favorites Tide Lines, and Glasgow-based band Kassidy. Emerging artists such as NATI. and Laura Silverstone will also showcase their talents, reinforcing the festival’s commitment to supporting new voices in the industry.

Who’s ready to relive THIS magic?! HebCelt 2025 Early Bird tickets are on sale NOW!

Be quick to secure your tickets to be on the Castle Green with us next year. 16-19 July 2025 – see you there! https://t.co/07vQlUN6xz pic.twitter.com/t9EGWpwpXN
— HebCelt (@HebCelt) July 26, 2024

HebCelt isn’t just about the music but also about immersing fans in Scottish culture and community spirit. Festival-goers can look forward to workshops and storytelling sessions, a taste of the Hebrides with local seafood, craft beers, and traditional Scottish delicacies, and local outdoor activities, such as hiking, kayaking, and island excursions that will allow visitors to explore the stunning landscapes of Lewis and Harris. Last year, HebCelt attracted over 17,800 visitors, with two-thirds of attendees traveling from outside the region. The festival is expected to generate over £4 million for the local economy, with many visitors extending their stay to explore the Outer Hebrides.

With a mix of heritage, modern music, and island adventure, HebCelt 2025 promises to be an unmissable event for festival lovers and Celtic music enthusiasts alike. HebCelt 2025 tickets are selling fast, with weekend and day passes available via the official festival website. Accommodation in Stornoway and surrounding areas is expected to book up quickly, so fans are encouraged to plan ahead.

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The Beach Boys are a rock band created in Hawthorne California in 1961. The original members were three brothers, Brian, Dennis and Carl Wilson, their cousin, Mike Love, and Al Jardine. There are four remaining members, including two original members (Brian Wilson and Al Jardine), with Mike Love and Bruce Johnston. Their sound was highly influenced by 1950s rock and roll and R&B. They also ventured into classical and jazz elements due to Brian Wilson’s influence. Their work is iconic in both the rock and pop world, having sold over 100 million albums across the world. Among their most popular songs are “Good Vibrations”, “Surf’s Up” and “Wouldn’t it be Nice”. They have performed in the UK before, notably at Wembley Stadium in 1975 at Elton John’s all day concert. 

David Essex OBE is a singer-songwriter hailing from Essex, England. Starting his career in 1965, he released his first song, “And the Tears Came Tumbling Down”, and began touring with a band named David Essex and the Mood Indigo. As his career progressed he ventured into acting, notably acting in the movie “That’ll Be the Day” in 1973. This same year, he wrote and released perhaps his most popular song “Rock On” which charted worldwide and earned a Grammy nomination. He received an OBE in 1999 and has continued to work in both acting and music, still active today. 

Lulu, real name Lulu Kennedy-Cairns CBE, is a Scottish singer-songwriter and actress who rose to fame as a teenager upon the release of her cover of “Shout” by The Isley Brothers. Her fame increased again when she was a part of the film “To Sir, with Love”, for which she sang the theme song charting in the US Billboard 100 at number 1 for five weeks straight. In a career spanning six decades, she has become a prominent long-standing figure in film, music and songwriting, having commercial success with songs written for Take That and Ronan Keating, both of which charted at number 1 and 4 in the UK charts respectively.

Giles Cooper of Heritage Live Festivals said: “It’s been a huge ambition of ours to host a show for the legendary Beach Boys for some time now, and we’re delighted to not only make it happen; but also to have their only UK show for next year! … This is going to be really special – the perfect summer band for the perfect summer concert and a show that will be etched in our memories for many years to come!”

The highly anticipated show with three such iconic figures is sure to garner a large audience with a varied music taste. Tickets go on presale December 4 at 9am here, and general sale is December 6 at 9am here. More information can be found here.