Stormin the Castle

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Stormin the Castle FAQ’s

Here are our most Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for those who have not visited Stormin the Castle before or maybe this will be your very first Bike Rally either way we are sure you have a lot of questions This section is a quick guide to Stormin’ The Castle.
Questions include general enquiries, buying tickets and attending the event.

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Terrorvision Headline Saturday at Stormin the Castle 2012

Terrorvision play Stormin the Castle 2012We are Delighted to announce that Terrorvision will feature at the 2012 Stormin the Castle as a Headline band for the Saturday nights music entertainment.
Terrorvision formed in 1988 out of the remnants of a Glam Rock band called Spoilt Brats, an amalgamation of art school buddies Mark Yates and Leigh Marklew, drumming loon Shutty and long-haired urchin Tony Wright. Following three years of gigs and demo’s Terrorvision were signed in 1991 to EMI Records on the strength of “Pump Action Sunshine”, a demo which featured what was to become their first Top 30 hit, My House.

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Gatecrashers Live Music at Stormin the Castle 2012

The Gatecrashers - North East band play Stormin' the Castle 2012Based in the North East of England, the Gatecrashers are a fun-loving, versatile and entertaining pop, soul and R and B band, who will rock your socks off.

They’ll deliver classics from the sixties right the way up to the very latest tunes with the sort of energy and charisma that’ll have you dancing in no time at all.

Gatecrashers April 1 2011 Stay with me.AVI – YouTube.

Novana – Nirvana tribute band Live at Stormin 2012

Nirvana! The band redefined the sound of rock music and went on to become one of the most successful and influential bands of all time.

Complete with all the looks, outfits, stage theatrics and sound Novana gives you a high energy simulation of being at a Live Nirvana concert.

Novana – Nirvana tribute band – YouTube.

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Whole Hog at Stormin the Castle 2012

The Whole Hog

A great Rock Covers Band from North East of England include in their talented and experienced line up:

    • Rob Foster Vocals
    • John Taylor Bass Guitar
    • Paul Wilson Guitar/Backing Vox
    • Keith Guitar/Backing Vox
    • Kev Drums

MotherEarth Live at Stormin’ the Castle 2012

MotherEarth North East Rock Band at Stormin the Castle 2012MotherEarth

Covering an impressive set comprising of Journey, Foreigner, Boston, Toto, Starship, Pink Floyd, The Tubes, Whitesnake, Deep Purple, Thunder, Kansas, Styx, REO Speedwagon and more.

The line-up consists of:

  • Freddie Purvis Guitar/Lead Vocals
  • Allistair Barnes Keyboards/Vocals
  • Norm Appleby Bass/Vocals
  • Paul Reed Drums

MotherEarth really have departed from the usual pub band formula, it is this different approach that has made them very popular. In only their first year MotherEarth appeared at “Stormin The Castle in 2009 (only their 3rd gig) and went on to headlined the “Yorkshire Pudding Rally (MAG Rally) Sheffield”.

You can like MothEarth on FaceBook and listen to MotherEarth’s music on MySpace

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Bands performing at Stormin The Castle 2012

Bands at Stormin the CastleThe quality of the Live Music and Bands are always of the highest standard at the MAG (Motorcycle Action Group) fundraising event “Stormin the Castle” held every year at Witton Castle County Durham a great bike rally in the North East of England and we know from your comments they are enjoyed all weekend by every one of you.

This year is no exception as we confirm more and more bands and times we will be posting them here and on the Stormin The Castle Music Blog pages with announcements also being made on the Social Networks Twitter and FaceBook. We would be most grateful if you can like share and tweet the posts to keep everyone informed.

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Boneshakers Playing at 2012 Stormin the Castle

In 2012 we are pleased to announce that the Boneshakers will be performing Live Music for us all at Stormin’ the Castle.

The Boneshakers are a foot tapping, lively roadhouse blues band covering lots of rip-your-balls-out rockin tunes by the likes of Jeff Healey, Joe Bonamassa, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Gary Moore, Peter Green and many more.

Here is a sample of this great band from YouTube – enjoy


Boneshakers Official Promo Messin with the kid – YouTube
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You can “Like” the Boneshakers on FaceBook or visit their Blogspot

Stormin’ 2013

Stormin’ The Castle 2013
30th of August to the
1st September,
Witton Castle
Country Park.

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