CATS CRADLE STAGE

"Dancing Room Only" Live music and electronica. The only rule is you gotta dance. An eclectic mix of bands and DJs for your delight, all guaranteed to ignite the party, hopefully not literally bringing the house down around our ears. Visuals created to reflect the future vision and soundscape are provided by our in-house VJs, Opticfibre. Sound provided by Tribal Vibrations. www.catscradle.org.uk

FLOATING LOTUS

Floating Lotus provide the mobile festival experience. Our flavor encourages a comfortable and colourful psychedelic experience involving small scale sound system, lights and video projections. All can be solar powered - cinematics, live music PA up to 16 channel, café, lights and geodesic spaces. A number of geodesic domes have been made as a home for our activities at Waveform and around the UK festival scene. www.FloatingLotus.org.uk

STEP 13

Step 13 was formed from a group of four DJs and producers in 2003. Sick of the DJ fever of the late nineties and full of post millennium apathy they formed a band in search of fresh vibes and a new way of taking their music to the people, dabbling with drum and bass, dub, psychadelia and rock to create their own hybrid sound which they call Broc’n’Roll, leftfield drum and bass with bite. The upfront live drum and bass vibe is still strong, but the ideas are more focussed with a few eclectic surprises. www.myspace.com/step13

NEW GROOVE FORMATION

The band formed in early 2004 when four local musicians got together and starting jamming in sleepy Bedfordshire. Having a mutual respect and desire to play the same sort of music the band quickly started writing material. Playing music they all love from, dirty funky beats, grooves and breaks to reggae, dub and ska. Gigging at a multitude of pubs, clubs and festivals across the country and appearing on local radio stations, New Groove Formation have crafted a unique show with lots of energy and plenty of good vibes! "You WILL Dance!"

ZEJ

ZeJ have a passion for sound, improvisation, rhythm, production and making people dance. Experimenting with the latest music technology, ZeJ pursue new performance techniques to bring their studio sound to the high energy environment of the dance floor. They've Won a BBC new talent award for their innovative live act and accumulated air time on: BBC Radio 1, Radio 3, 1 Extra and Resonance FM. "ZeJ's real power is in their live production and improvisational performance, the duo's multi sensorial, mind bending show, combining live electronic drums and bass with the effervescent synthesis and live gadgetry, provides an experience impossible to ignore... " DJ Cous Cous. www.myspace.com/zejmusic

SUNFISH

In the summer of 1997 Jon Kerry formed Sunfish as a live Techno/ Psychedelic Trance outfit using synths, computers and projected visuals. 'Jabber' the first CD was released in December of that year and became an underground classic. The band expanded to include Sacha Holloway, a storming female guitarist. Sunfish went one step further and introduced Ali Luia, a superb live vocalist. Ali brings an exciting dynamic to tight new songs with solid grooves that are guaranteed to keep an audience dancing.  www.myspace.com/isunfish

SUBSOURCE

This is a band like no other you have ever encountered. Go to a Subsource performance and you will be greeted by four nutcases laying down the most insane concoction of electro and breakbeat with frenetic punk rock energy. The sound of Subsource inspires comparison to The Prodigy, Basement Jaxx and Reprazent - and their stage shows have to be seen to be believed. Note that they will also be doing a one-off DJ set. www.myspace.com/subsource

DIGITAL.IS

Our current line-up is Robin Gibbons (aka The Karma Kanic) and Ben Parkinson (aka Smokey P), Mike Woodward (Miklos) and Gemma Webb. The tunes you're hearing are the Karma Kanic's home recorded, played & produced beats loveliness, improved immeasurably by the percussive genius of Smokey P, lush vocals from Gemma and guitar & bass mayhem from Miklos. www.myspace.com/digitalis76

DUST 21

The natural progression of 15 years of Drum n Bass culture has resulted in a new generation of musicians playing & experimenting with DnB, and forming bands worldwide. DUST21 are one of those bands, and have been representing Drum n Bass livestyle for 5 years now Having impressed an industry audience at the prestigious In The City Urban showcase, DUST21 were then selected to play at The Best OF ITC Urban at London's, Carling Academy where they once again stole the show. www.myspace.com/dust21theband

No.1 STATION

No.1 Station are the vanguards of a new generation of Blue Beat - the generic name given to Jamaican music in Britain in the 1960's. Playing authentic Ska, Rocksteady, and Reggae in the way it was originally intended. An eight piece band consisting of a driving rhythm section, blistering horns, and melodic blues vocals, No.1 Station get the crowds on their feet, rocking to the beat wherever they perform. "The UK's premiere Ska Band" - Mark Lamarr, BBC Radio 2
www.myspace.com/no1station

BSCHMANGL

BschmangL (aka Brendon Rowen) has been an active participant in the global psytrance scene since '95. His unique style is rooted in South African trance, where he learned to appreciate the skills and talent of good international DJs & live acts like Flying Rhino, Shpongled, Infected Mushroom & Cosmosis. The creation of Butterfly Baseline Records in late 2007 saw the production of BschmagL's first album Universal Language. A mixture of definitive basslines, subtle psychedelic frequencies and unique sound design prove BschmangL a delightful addition to the ever-changing world of the psychedelic trance. Universal Language is being released independently through Butterfly Baseline Records and will be performed LIVE at Waveform 2008.  www.myspace.com/butterflybasslinerecords

REVOLUTION

"An anthemic Stone Roses kinda rush of a band, loads of onstage fire, so much so we may need to put up disclaimers regarding the smoking ban."  Winners of BBC SC Unsigned, nominated for the BBC Electric Proms, 'Artist Of The Month' at Hitquarters.co.uk and Songquarters 'Artist Of the Week'. Revolution have headlined packed out venues such as The Underworld, The Garage and the London Astoria. They recently finished recording their 'Revolution EP' with Joe Fields (Sway/Amy MacDonald) and plan to record again, possibly later this year. Keep the light on. www.revolutionmusic.co.uk

TROUBLE AND MISCHIEF

In 2007 Tor Rubble and Ali Luia formed 'Trouble and Mischief' - A force to be reckoned with. Together they have used politics, observational comedy and performance poetry and mixed it up with punk, dub, swing, jazz n bass beats, they explore the many different relationships between men and women. “Trouble & Mischief have merged the best of the worlds of electronic music and poetry to bring a musical and theatrical treat that's a little some thing for everyone. Suited to both intimate settings and festival dance tents, these guys give a performance that's intense and intelligent and hard for anyone to ignore. Tor and Ali have created something special that is not to be missed.'- Bryce Dumont,Word Commands, www.myspace.com/troubleandmischief

SICKNOTE

Sicknote have been frightening the locals in Wales for a couple of years now and are about to burst across the UK . Their frighteningly dirty, menacing, harrowing electro punk sounds like a coalition of early 80s post punk, the first Public Image Ltd album and The Prodigy - rave era stuff, with Mark E Smith on vocals. This is what a nervous breakdown sounds like, this is psychopathic music from the edge of sanity, this is Dante's Inferno the musical. Sicknote are a collective of musicians, visual artists and dancers who cross many musical boundaries, mixing punk with rave culture and cabaret with techno.  www.sicknote.tv

HEDLUV

Hedluv and his bestfriend The Passmanare the freshest act around at the moment, with some people estimating that they are 'three years ahead of London'.The duo from Cornwallare turning heads, bending ears and making people smile againwith their casiotone playing, drum-pad bashing catchy rap music. Check it out. www.myspace.com/hedluv

THE PHOENIX ROSE

Mixing western music with eastern spirituality to create something wholly original. “Curry flavoured indie band”. THE PHOENIX ROSE is a musical concept primed for the world... *Classical Indian music is played byGURDEV and NIRVINDA SINGH. www.myspace.com/thephoenixroses

JON STERCKX

Tradition meets innovation meets cutting edge technology in the hands of one musicians solo performance. A unique and exciting solo multi-percussion performance on a range of percussion instruments combined with electronic loop sampling technology & digital audio processing. Layer upon layer of percussion is played, sampled and multitracked live, building up into highly energised rhythmical journeys. Indian tabla, Egyptian darabuka, Frame drums, Djembe, Cajon, Udu, Shakers, Woodblocks, Vocal Percussion & more find their place in the mix. A wide range of musical styles, from traditional musical forms to contemporary experimental styles, theatre & dance collaborations. www.myspace.com/jonsterckx

RAMSHACKLE ED

‘Ramshackle ed’ plays tunes you can move to. From funk to folky fiddle, ska, swing and rock and roll……this is something not to take seriously. Come let loose, dance loosely and loose nothing. www.myspace.com/theramshacklefaculty - www.myspace.com/awalkaroundbritain

SOUK SOUNDS

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www.myspace.com/souksound

WOBBLY SQUADRON

Bringing individual influences and a plethora of styles they spawned the world of WOBBLE. With an album release set in early 2008 the future is looking wobbly. "Wobble on the Wobbly squadron, wobble like pink jelly on a spotty plate. Wobble like Mr Blobby on acid. Spaghetti isn't nearly as wobbly as you, neither is a donkey with 3 legs, and i bet he wont be as sexy either, Wobbly Squadron I salute you! You are as good as Marmite and beans on toast only better!"
www.myspace.com/wobblysquadron

WIGGZARO

He started off in the music industry as a guitarist, and has written music for and played with a number of groups ranging in styles from Ska-Pop (Euphoric Phase) to World Dance (Jungabeez, Zwalaka) and Afro-Latin-Jazz (Sankambe). With these groups he has performed in numerous music festivals, venues and events around South Africa. His passion for composing music on computers blossomed into a production career that now sees him working in high demand as both a producer and sound engineer with young and old artists and producers alike, some legendary in stature. www.myspace.com/wiggzaro

DENDRON

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www.myspace.com/mesmobeat

THE URBANIZER

'purveyor of the finest drum and bass since 1996' — has been terrifying the population of Leeds for some time now with his breaks, awesome bass lines and evil paranoia. His all original set has an eclectic set of influences but just one aim: If you're not dancing and/or pulling a face like you've just been really dirty, then you've got no ears. A debutant in the South of England, The Urbanizer hopes to deliver pain and pleasure in equal measure. So brace yourself in the middle of the dance floor, and wait…
 

HAYASHI

Breaking away from the guitar based band format, and being influenced by Drum 'n' Bass, Alt and Electronica, Hayashi is a band playing music which would usually be performed using computers or sequencers playing drum loops. Hayashi play it live. It is a melodious break-beat experience with great big bass complemented by darkly beautiful vocals. The band play a high energy live set with sampled sounds complementing the music to create the same sound as the recorded material. They recently appeared at the Leeds Carling Festival and have played with the likes of Pendulum and Prime Cuts (Scratch Perverts).  www.myspace.com//hayashimusic

GEMMA FOX

Gemma has studied traditional belly dance for five years, before discovering tribal style and defining her own eclectic fusion and technique. She studied Classical Indian dance while traveling in India, and continues to expand her repertoire through passionate interest in world dance. Normally a duo of dancers, Nootau come up with some memorable and mesmerising performances in a pretty unique style. www.nootau.com

TRIBAL TRANCE

Tribal Trance has been in existence for 9 years doing occasional concerts and events in the Glastonbury area mostly for charity. In the past it has had up to 13 musicians on stage playing everything from Bouzoukis,flutes and electric guitars to Digeridoos but is mainly based around drums and voices. Each event is centred around a mother rhythm but each theme is allowed to develop organically through creative improvisation.Tribal Trance at the moment consists of around six people.

ALEX GIGANTE AND THE LAZY BULLETS

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DJ SQUAREWAVE

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DAN ARBORISE

Live, Dan's tender and haunting voice is the perfect match for his evocative and rhythmic guitar-picking. Expect unusual open tunings, songs that develop into instrumentals, instrumentals that grow into songs and a beautiful acoustic guitar sound that is frequently transformed but never compromised by some amazing electronic guitar effects. Dan currently lives in North Devon, inside for now, as a new album must be written. www.myspace.com/arborise

DUB REVOLUTION

Featuring live players of instruments and singers. Regulars are akimbo, gina ,flip flop,dappa and i-vibe on the mike + trumpet and dub fx from ritchie baton +vibraphone from tobi + percussion from ras rebeun bongo i. Guests have included tony wrafter on saxophone and flute,ilodica blowing mystic melodica fire,jane blowing flute,ben on harmonica, pippa on flute, jimmy from el pato band on guitar, legendary bristol diva thea coles singing,firerocious chatting,stamina li chanting, mc idle and general direction chatting, jimmy from el pato band playing guitar, tina on percussion , sarjo on jembe,+many more. www.myspace.com/regrev

TRIBAL VIBRATIONS

THE LEWIS FLOYD HENRY ONE MAN BAND

THE TRANSCENDENCE EXPERIENCE

Formed around the inspired, conscious songwriting of frontman Madhava, The Transcendence Experience bring forth a lively, eclectic fusion of Reggae, Psycadelia and Funk laced with prominent Eastern melodies. Part of the bands appeal is their ability to draw people onto the dancefloor with their pounding funky grooves, soulful vocals and ethereal textures. Even though Transcendence only formed 10 months ago they've gigged at a multitude of parties, venues and festivals across the country as well as a perfomance in Belgium. Never far away from a spontanious change of direction the live set keeps the audience on it's toes, it's not unusual to see everyone present dancing with their hearts and souls. www.myspace.com/transcendencejai