Shambala Mashed

REVIEW: Submotion Orchestra

Piers Baker — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 17:35:32 +0000

Sunday afternoon at Chai Wallah’s was chilled with a lo-buzz of conversation and the occasional ribbon of smoke appearing from various groups scattered under the long, stretching marquee. Many would have been content with leaving it at that – but then Submotion Orchestra took to the stage.

A warm smile from vocalist Ruby drew us in as the beats began to roll. The speakers blasted out the ever-present brooding bass lines with the subtle layered touch of chimes and symbols. Like the weekend’s weather, the audience were presented with sunshine bursts of trumpet and heavy dubstep downpours.

As the afternoon progressed people took to their feet. However, it seemed just as appropriate to sit and focus on the voice of the lone girl facing us. With strong lows and soft highs, her voice blended perfectly with the music.

The group were clearly enjoying themselves, spontaneously laughing and probably thinking: “how good is this?”
Whatever their thoughts, we enjoyed ourselves. Shambala greatness – whatever the weather.

PHOTOS: Gentleman’s Dub Club

Iona Berry — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 22:14:09 +0000

The final act to grace the stage on Sunday night.

VIDEO: Powercut at People’s Front Room

Dan Davies 23 — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 21:43:58 +0000

The People’s Front Room was fantastic entertainment but prone to powercuts fortunately the pianist pulled out an acoustic guitar. He followed this tune with three Monty Python songs, including The Bright Side Of Life.

INTERVIEW: Gabby Young

Press Gang — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 21:37:53 +0000

We spoke to Gabby Young after she came off stage following her set on Shambala’s main stage.

AUDIO: Healing Fields

Josephine Gilbert — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 18:23:10 +0000

We pop over the bridge into the Healing Fields for a bit of Sunday rest.

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SLIDESHOW: Bubble Inc

Press Gang — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 18:17:27 +0000

Interview with Sam Sam The Bubble Man.

VIDEO: Flying Woman

Josephine Gilbert — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 18:15:05 +0000

Cirque Du Freq in Shambala’s Kamikaze tent.

AUDIO: Tea And Empathy

Piers Baker — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:21:35 +0000

Interview with Carla from Festival Welfare.

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AUDIO: Face Your Elephant

Josephine Gilbert — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:19:37 +0000

Interview with Greenpeace stall about what they’re up to at Shambala.

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SLIDESHOW: Say It With Wood

Piers Baker — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 13:01:09 +0000

Interview with Annie May who builds fences the old way.

Pics: Holly Game