26 November 2009
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WOMAD:
Peter Gabriel + Mongrel + Cimarron (1) + Radiokijada + Rachel Unthank & The Winterset + Kameal Musallam + Kameal El-Harrachi + The Sweet Vandals + Creole Choir Of Cuba + Sarah Savoy & The Francadians + DJ Snowboy + Zambezi Express + Reading All Steel Percussion Orchestra (RASPO) + Styl'O'Styl + Pete Postlethwaite + The Black Arm Band + Youssou N'Dour + The Skatalites + Penguin Cafe Orchestra

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At Charlton Park, Malmesbury
Fri 24 Jul - Sun 26 Jul 2009

WOMAD is so much more than just first class world music festival and returning this year will be the popular 'Taste the World' tent where some of the artists will show off their cooking prowess and which, more often than not, turns into a impromptu gig. The Drum and Dance Tent will make a welcome return with early-bird yoga sessions to salsa lessons to night owl happenings. And for those who fancy a luxurious moment to themselves and a scrub up, the WOMAD spa, complete with treatments, spa pools, great showers and a cocktail bar, is the place to go. See womad.org for full details.

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Peter Gabriel

Peter Gabriel

Former Charterhouse pupil whose creative, composition and outlandish theatrics helped launch classic rockers Genesis. After leaving he successfully forged a solo career, which he continues dividing his time equally with his Real World music studio in Wiltshire. Gabriel has continually reinvented himself, whether it be the ground-breaking video of 80s hit single Sledgehammer or his soundtrack for The Last Temptation of Christ, and remains as relevant now as he was in the 1970s.

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Mongrel

Mongrel

Formed by ex-Arctic Monkey Andy Nicolson, Drew McConnell (Babyshambles) and Jon McClure (Reverend And The Makers), Joe Moskow (Reverend And The Makers), Lowkey and Matt Helder (Arctic Monkeys).

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Cimarron (1)

Seven piece Cimarron are the most accomplished llanera group in Colombia, and have performed worldwide during a 20 year career. Led by harpist and composer Carlos Rojas, and drawn from the Mestizo people of the savannahs of the great Orinoco River, their rousing, soul-stirring, melodies come via harp, bandola and cuatro accompanied by bass, maracas and gypsy-esque voices.

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Rachel Unthank & The Winterset

Rachel Unthank & The Winterset

Rachel Unthank is a fantastic young singer from Newcastle who has charmed audiences all over Britain, appearing at Celtic Connections, Gosport and Fareham Easter Festival and Sidmouth International festival. With her band The Winterset she breathes life into stories to the extent that they become part of her. 'I simply can't recommend them enough' (Bob Harris, Radio 2).

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Creole Choir Of Cuba

Undiscovered voices of the Caribbean. Extraordinary voices, exquisite harmonies, thrilling percussion, spectacular evening of music and dance. Sensational choir preserves musical treasures from Haiti, Dominica, Cuba, Brazil and sings today's sizzling latin hits.

Sarah Savoy & The Francadians

Sarah Savoy & The Francadians

Sarah Savoy & the Francadians are a group of dedicated musicians based in Paris, France, led by Louisiana-born and -raised Sarah Savoy. Brought up by two of the most influential names in Cajun music, Sarah fronts this band of French musicians. They perform traditional Cajun and Zydeco music, reaching back as far as the earliest roots of Louisiana music.

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Pete Postlethwaite

One of Britain's best known actors, with many film credits to his name, including roles in: 'In The Name Of The Father', 'Brassed Off' and 'The Usual Suspects'.

Youssou N'Dour

Mesmerising performer from Senegal with his mixture of Cuban, jazz and soul rhythms played on traditional African instruments. 'The greatest artist in Africa' (Mojo)

The Skatalites

The Skatalites

The original Ska legends whose influence in the development of the genre is unparalleled. The band has lasted despite countless line-up changes, delighting audiences around the globe.

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Penguin Cafe Orchestra

Brainchild of the late English composer and multi-instrumentalist Simon Jeffes, the Penguin Cafe Orchestra perform 'pastoral, playful music that grabs hold of the imagination and the spirit'.

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