Isle of Wight's Jack Up Summer Party announces tribute acts

Jack Up Events are holding a feast of retro music events throughout the year, including the two-day Jack Up Summer Party at their new farm site in Ryde.

It will be a family-friendly celebration of popular music from the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s featuring a variety of internationally renowned tribute acts from George Michael to Tom Jones.

Taking place on August 13 and 14, this year’s event will be on a smaller scale, with limited numbers of tickets going on sale 'late Spring', say organisers.

Event organiser Sarah Moss said: “Jack Up has always strived to bring the most reputable and esteemed tribute acts to the Island and this year, we’re rallying together several of the greats for a fabulous summer party.

"After everything that’s happened in the past two years, we wanted to wind back the clock to arguably the best decades in music by celebrating the songs of some of the world’s most timeless artists.”

From the live final of Stars in Their Eyes, to being hired by George Michael himself to promote his 25Live album, Rob Lamberti is one of the UK’s best-known tribute acts — giving fans the chance to see George’s musical talent embodied once again.

The weekend will also feature tributes to Simply Red, Go West, Spandau Ballet, Duran Duran, Madonna, Jersey Boys (Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons) as well as Real Dead Ringer – The Meat Loaf Show.

Island favourites Ska’d For Life will be performing a special extended set and there will be a two-part show from party starters, Crowdeoke — a huge sing-along extravaganza and stage show production featuring the most iconic hits of all time.

Expect a fully immersive concept with big screen lyrics, retro video footage and a live professional four-piece backing band.

Sarah said: "2022 is the year to get back out, reunite with friends and family, and to sing and dance together again – and that’s what this year’s summer event is all about.

"Jack Up fans tell us they prefer the smaller events with no crowds or queues, so that’s exactly what we’ve gone for.

"As always there will be a range of local traders and festival stalls with locally sourced, freshly prepared food including burgers and sausages direct from Hazelgrove farm, which is where our airstream glamping retreat, Retro Staycations is situated.

"Our picturesque farm site will provide opportunities for even more great events and themed weekends throughout the year, many of which are already in the planning.”