Helifest
MUSIC
We will be hosting an array of exciting talent from Cornwall with big names Tom Carey and 3 Daft Monkey’s alongside fantastic new talent. Feel good music for the whole family with folk, reggae, indie-rock, salsa, soul, and a lot more. And finally, the magnificent sounds of Our Atlantic Roots, Falmouth Soul Sensations and Rue will echo around Scorrier for a day of fun and live music.
Headliners
Tom Cary
British Country Music Artist Tom Cary is working his way up the Country music ladder at a staggering speed with his unique velvety guitar sounds and chocolatey smooth powerful vocals.
Tom has 2 albums released worldwide and 3 new singles released in the last year alone. A recent addition to his releases saw a firm fan favourite released – ‘Cowboy Coming Home’. Written to accompany his cycling and singing Tour of the UK in which he proudly raised money for Cornwall Air Ambulance, cycling from John O’Groats to the Isles of Scilly and doing a Country show each night along the way.
- Headlining 5:30-6:30pm
3 Daft Monkeys
“Brilliantly bonkers world folk festival favourites” The Sunday Times “Highlight of Glastonbury” Mark Radcliffe BBC
This multi-award-winning independent live act continues to deliver dynamic, powerful performances of their completely original songs with an endless energy and enthusiasm! With many years of international festival experience in hand, 3 Daft Monkeys certainly know how to work a festival crowd and are guaranteed to whip an audience into a frenzy of emotions with every performance.
With a fiery helter-skelter blend of influences from East and West, Monkeys inject a unique wildness into their music, producing a cacophony of styles. Not to be missed!
- Headlining 4-5pm
Main stage line-up
Rue
Rue, is a talented English songwriter, vocalist, and guitarist, regularly showcasing her signature blend of soulful vocals and rhythmic guitar, infused with a captivating jazz essence. Praised by Dart Music Festival as “a future star,” she continues to make waves in the music scene.
Drawing inspiration from both classic and contemporary artists such as Hiatus Kaiyote, Maddison Cunningham, Kimbra, and Jamiroquai, Rue has made a name for herself through her headline shows at esteemed venues like the Cheltenham Festival Jazz Arena, Pizza Express Jazz Club in London, and Patchwork Studios. She has also graced the stages of major festivals including Boardmasters, Leopallooza, and The Great Escape, establishing herself as one of the must-see live acts in the south-west, whether performing solo or with her band.
- At entrance 11-11:45am
Tregony Teachers
The Tregony Teachers have been entertaining the length and breadth of Cornwall for over a decade with their unique combination of energetic performances and singalong classics.
Famed for their worryingly questionable attempts at comedy and their unorthodox contemporary dance routines, The Tregony Teachers are not to be missed.
- On Stage 12-12:45pm
Our Atlantic Roots
Husband-and-wife duo, Our Atlantic Roots, deliver a compelling blend of indie-folk and Americana music. Originally from North Carolina (USA) and South Yorkshire (UK), the duo blend influences from both sides of the Atlantic. Their sound is built on rich vocal harmonies, acoustic-driven melodies, and storytelling that resonates deeply with audiences. They’ve captivated listeners with their heartfelt songs that explore themes of love, hope, and life’s challenges.
- On Stage 1-1:45pm
Falmouth Soul Sensations
Cornwall’s Kings and Queens of Soul, Formed as a community project in 2007, this huge band delights audiences at venues all over Cornwall. It also offers opportunities to local musicians to continue the bands’ popularity with people of all ages. Playing classic soul from the likes of Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Sam and Dave, Wilson Pickett, the Supremes, Marvellettes, Martha and the Vandellas and many more, they are known for their infectious enjoyment of everything soul.
- On Stage 2-2:45pm
True Foxes
- On Stage 3-3:45pm
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With live music, exciting food traders including Paul Ainsworth’s food truck, inflatables, children’s theme park rides and even a circus skills workshop for the little ones, there is entertainment for all the family.
Expect to find an exciting range of Blue Light Services, with attendance from your Cornwall Air Ambulance crew, Cornwall Blood Bikes, British Army, Cornwall Fire & Rescue Service, HM Coastguard, NHS, Devon & Cornwall Police, RNLI and West Cornwall Search & Rescue.
