Hall Of Fame
Here we celebrate all of the incredible artists who we have had the honour of welcoming to The Mount. Thank you all for the exceptional shows!
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Underworld
Underworld are a true one-off, who are just as at home headlining the world’s biggest festivals and events, playing underground techno clubs and warehouses, sound-tracking theatre productions or taking over art galleries. Having cemented their place in the ’90s underground techno scene, the group’s definitive breakthrough came in 1996 when their timeless anthem ‘Born Slippy (Nuxx)’ became the soundtrack of a generation after it was featured in the film Trainspotting. They later sound-tracked the Opening Ceremony to the London 2012 Olympic Games. They played at The Mount on 29th June 2024.
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Jamie Catto
Jamie Catto is a founding member, singer & video director of the dance supergroup Faithless. He left the band after the second album to create the double-Grammy nominated global project 1 Giant Leap where he composed and produced with Michael Stipe (REM), Alanis Morissette, Carlos Santana, Brian Eno, Maxi Jazz & master musicians from all over the world, as well as writing and producing for Dido and Emiliana Torrini. Jamie performed an exclusive intimate Fireside Session on 27th June 2024 with two of his daughters India Rose and Lola Mae.
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Jungle
Jungle are one of the hottest names to emerge in British electronic music for the past decade. The duo comprising of Josh Lloyd-Watson and Tom McFarland were shortlisted for the 2014 Mercury Prize with their debut self-titled album. Their fourth album ‘Volcano’ was released to critical acclaim earlier this year alongside a feature-length film of the same name. The single ‘Back on 74’ became a huge hit, going viral with over a billion views across TikTok and Instagram inspired by its dynamic music video that millions are recreating. They played Glastonbury & The Mount on 27th June 2024.
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Awarë
Born from the creative synergy of dear friends Bogdan and Matias, Awarë are the musical odyssey that transcends the conventional boundaries of sound. Through silence and stillness, intertwined harmonies and converged instruments, Awarë create a captivating and immersive atmosphere, inviting listeners to embark as co-creators on a soul stirring experience. Awarë's music serves as a powerful catalyst to step into a realm of oneness, where hearts unite and spirits soar. They played at The Fireside Sessions at Solstice On The Mount on 20th June 2024.
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Ajeet
Ajeet is a world music artist weaving inspiration from traditional folk to mystical and meditative soundscapes. Bringing together sounds from around the world to offer a musical experience which transcends boundaries and takes listeners on a journey through melody and sonic texture. Ajeet’s music is healing, rejuvenating and a place of deep connection. For the Fireside Sessions at Solstice On The Mount on 20th Juen 2024, Ajeet performed an exquisite stripped back performance with her mesmerising vocals accompanied by delicate guitar.
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Nick Mulvey
Previously a member of the critically acclaimed group Portico Quartet, Nick Mulvey frames themes of nature, spirituality and personal growth as a focal point embellished with his distinct blend of folk, pop and intricate guitar work alongside poetic and introspective lyrics. 2024 saw the 10th anniversary of his Mercury Prize nominated debut solo album ‘First Mind’ featuring the hit singles ‘Fever To The Form’ and ‘Cucurucu’. Nick headlined Solstice On The Mount 2024 & was on stage at the pinnacle Solstice moment.
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Rodrigo y Gabriela
Rodrigo y Gabriela are long-established masters of their instruments whether it is Rodrigo’s shimmering, hummingbird flourishes or Gabriela’s extraordinary engine-room rhythm. Dancing between world and rock and teaming with Hispanic passion, the fire in Rodrigo y Gabriela’s music stems from the duo’s life-long passion for jazz, flamenco and Latin creating unique and truly explosive performances on just two acoustic guitars. They played Solstice On The Mount on 20th June 2024.
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Paolo Nutini
One-of-a-kind Scottish singer-songwriter Paolo Nutini has cemented himself as amongst the finest artists of his generation, known for his live performances that mix his blue-eyed soul with a cross-genre musical kaleidoscope. Ivor Novello winner and multiple BRIT Award nominee with a remarkable 18 Platinum certifications in the UK alone, Paolo’s incredible vocals filled The Mount on 18th June 2024.
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Gemma Rogers
Gemma Rogers is a London based singer-songwriter. Having released her debut LP ‘No Place Like Home’ to critical acclaim in 2022, her Single ‘My Idea Of Fun’ won the BBC 6 Music ‘Round-Table’. Gemma followed up in 2023 with her EP ‘The Great Escape’ & single ‘New World Order’ - both Play-Listed on BBC 6 Music - & performed live on BBC Radio 4. Since performing at Glastonbury, Secret Garden Party &opening up for Paolo Nutini in Brightons Stanmer Park, Gemma has been writing for her next project. She played at The Mount on 18th June 2024.
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Crowded House
With a career that spans almost 40 years, Crowded House have enjoyed worldwide success. They have sold more than 15 million albums worldwide and in 2016, the band was inducted into the ARIA – Australian Recording Industry Association – Hall of Fame. Crowded House have also won several national and international awards including being named International Group of the Year at the BRIT Awards and an MTV Video Music Award. They played at The Mount on 17th June 2024.
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Sigur Ros
Icelandic post-rock icons Sigur Ros performed a UK Festival Exclusive set at Wasing, having just celebrated 20 years since their iconic third album, ‘Untitled’, otherwise known as ‘( )’. Famed for their incredible live performances, and the ubiquity of their song ‘Hoppipolla’, the band have now released seven studio albums, two films, solo albums, side projects, orchestral and choral works, tech start-up collaborations, music for dance companies and leading visual artists, as well as several film scores. They played at The Mount on 2nd July 2023.
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Bat For Lashes
English singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist, Bat For Lashes has released five studio albums: Fur and Gold (2006), Two Suns (2009), The Haunted Man (2012), The Bride (2016), and Lost Girls (2019). She has received three Mercury Prize nominations & played at The Mount on 2nd July 2023.
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Ben Howard
BRIT Award winning singer-songwriter Ben Howard released his double platinum-selling debut album ‘Every Kingdom’ in 2011, followed by a Pyramid Stage Glastonbury appearance. His follow-up album, ‘I Forget Where We Are’ went straight to No.1 in the UK album charts, and his subsequent albums ‘Noonday Dream’ in 2018, and his most recent ‘Collections from the Whiteout’ in 2021 were released to critical acclaim. He played on 1st July 2023 & describe The Mount as "such a beautiful venue"
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Wunderhorse
English rock band Wunderhorse, formed by frontman and songwriter Jacob Slater, played at The Mount on 1st July 2023. Wunderhorse's debut album Cub was released in 2022 and named one of the best albums of 2022 by NME, Riot and Far Out
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Primal Scream
Fronted by founding member Bobby Gillespie, Primal Scream have a back-catalogue spanning more than three and a half decades, embracing everything from psychedelic pop to degenerate rock’n’roll; euphoric rave to industrial gloom. Along with hit singles such as ‘Movin’ On Up’, ‘Rocks’ and ‘Loaded’, the band have achieved seven Top 10 albums, including ‘Screamadelica’ and ‘Give Out But Don't Give Up’, and were the first ever winners of the Mercury Music Prize in 1992. They performed at The Mount on 30th June 2023.
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Brian Jonestown Massacre
American music collective and psychedelic rock band, Brian Jonestown Massacre, was formed by Anton Newcombe in San Francisco in 1990. The collective has released 20 albums, five compilation albums, five live albums, 14 EPs, 22 singles as well as two various-artist compilation albums to date. They played The Mount on 30th June 2023
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Jack Johnson
Hawaiian-born, California raised Jack Johnson is a Grammy nominated, BRIT Award winning singer-songwriter who released his 8th studio album ‘Meet The Moonlight’ to critical acclaim. Johnson rose to fame in the mid-00’s with albums such as ‘On and On’, and ‘In Between Dreams’, which went platinum and multi-platinum respectively and features hits such as ‘Better Together’, and ‘Good People’. He played at Wasing on 25th June 2023 & said of his view from the stage "It feels like I'm looking at a Van Gogh".
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Horace Andy
Horace Andy is a Jamaican roots reggae songwriter and singer, known for his distinctive vocals and hit songs such as "Government Land", as well as "Angel", "Spying Glass", and "Five Man Army" with English trip hop group Massive Attack. He is also famous for a cover version of "Ain't No Sunshine" and is often described as one of the most respected and influential singers in Jamaica. He played at The Mount on 25th June 2023
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Gabriels
Soulful British-American trio Gabriels were nominated for 2023's BRIT Awards International Group of the Year, following the release of the first half of their debut album ‘Angels and Queens’. They performed at The Mount on 22nd June 2023 before heading to the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury to perform alongside Sir Elton John
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Rachel Chinouriri
Rachel Chinouriri beautifully merges indie tunes with harmonising pop, which lead her to be presented with ‘Hottest Record in the World’ by BBC Radio 1’s Clara Amfo. Rachel has supported both Lewis Capaldi and Louis Tomlinson on their 2023 tours as well becoming a viral Tik-Tok sensation with her song ‘So My Darling’. Rachel performed at The Mount on 22nd June 2023
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Olivia Dean
London-born singer Olivia Dean combines warm acoustic pop and soul which has named her a ‘future big star’ by Sir Elton John in 2023. With her debut album Messy being nominated for the 2023 Mercury Prize, performing in the Radio 1 Live Lounge, and being a big name at Glastonbury, she is the front-woman for modern British pop music. Olivia performed at The Mount on 22nd June 2023
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Xavier Rudd
Australian singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Xavier Rudd, the incredible one-man band, performed his intoxicating blend of folk, blues and reggae supporting social consciousness, environmental issues and Aboriginal rights. This was a rare performance from the highly regarded artist, perfectly suited to inaugurate this incredibly special place during its Opening Ceremony, Solstice On The Mount, on 21st June 2023 & describe The Mount as "inspirational"
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The Yawanawa
Chief Nixiwaka and the Yawanawa, the indigenous Amazonian tribe were the original inspiration for bringing Medicine Festival to Wasing. Their close affinity to the land at Wasing yields the sharing of ancestral wisdom, prayer and a deep connection to nature. Chief Nixiwaka is one of the most significant indigenous leaders of our time. He has dedicated his life to reclaiming his people’s ancient culture and spirituality, and is a true visionary for what he describes as a new humanity for a better world. The Yawanawa played during The Mount's Opening Ceremony on 21st June 2023.
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Nessi Gomes
Born on the tiny Island of Guernsey to a Portuguese family, Singer-Songwriter Nessi Gomes is a regular visitor to Wasing. Her set during The Fireside Sessions at The Mount's Opening Ceremony, Solstice At The Mount, was an extraordinary moment in time.
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Danit
Danit's music is above all inspired by the natural world. Her songs are an expression of love and gratitude for nature, all the plants and animals that live in our embrace, and the elements that make life possible. Her music is an invitation to connect with that mysterious and peaceful place of introspection and prayer, where the chaotic movements of thought settle into simple gratitude for life and this ever present moment. She played at The Fireside Sessions during The Mount's Opening Ceremony, Solstice At The Mount, on 21st June 2023.