Saturday
12.30pm – 1.15pm
OBS Runners Up
Leicester’s Original Band Showcase runs from March to May at The Musician. 40 bands take part through a series of heats, semi - finals and a grand final on 19th May. Finishing ‘runner up’ out of 40 bands is a superb
achievement and worthy of performing the opening set at this year’s Festival.
1.45pm – 2.30pm
Mick Ridgway’s Mojo Hand
Leicester has a thriving rhythm and blues scene with some great bands playing regularly in the city, Mick Ridgway’s Mojo Hand are one of the best in the business.
3.00pm – 3.45pm
Resin
Hinckley based band making big waves on the Leicester gig scene. Classic retro – rock with distinctive delivery have gained Resin a solid fan base and rising profile.
4.15pm – 5.00pm
OBS Winners
After 12 heats and 40 bands, the 2012 Original Band Showcase winner will be
playing the main stage.
5.30pm – 7.00pm
Counter Action
Counter Action are this year’s festival headliners and bring their roots reggae
show to Riverside. Part of the Richi Rootz tribute event that takes place at The Music Café later in the evening.
Sunday
1.00pm – 1.45pm
Paddywax
Lively acoustic band playing Irish and contemporary songs and tunes.
2.00pm – 3.00pm
Sing for Water
Annual charity performance for Water Aid,featuring choirs and singers from around Leicester.
3.00pm – 4.00pm
Martha Bean Band
Martha has been making waves on the Leicester acoustic scene for some time.
Her latest release, ’The State Of The Art’ EP, has received great reviews. This will be a rare Martha performance with a full band.
4.00pm – 5.00pm
The Paradimes
Good time sunshine reggae with great songs and musicians. The perfect way to round off Riverside and to leave with a smile.
Acoustic Tent
Featuring live acoustic sets from top local musicians, hosted by Dusk 2 Dawn.
Tales of the Riverside (Festival Fringe)
Great live music in venues across Braunstone Gate. For further details on the
line up and participating venues, visit
www.fd2d.com
