RockNess 2011

The Friday night at RockNess has traditionally been a bit of a lacklustre affair in terms of artists playing, with half the stages not operating and most people packing into the smaller bars with lesser known DJs. This year marks a significant change, with a pretty huge line-up including Erol Alkan, Jackmaster, Kasabian, DJ Shadow, Groove Armada and American dubstep artist Skrillex taking to the stage on the Friday night. The Saturday night highlights include the legendary Chemical Brothers, Fact mag favorite Jamie Woon and mixmaster DJ Yoda. Be sure to also check out the Mixed Bizness takeover in the VIP Clash Arena featuring the likes of Boom Monk Ben, Clouds and up and comer Hahaha for a mix of electro/techno/house and bass music. 

The Sunday line-up on the Goldenvoice stage features a lineup for those who like their modern dance music. There will also be live electronic performances by the awesome Simian Mobile Disco and Fake Blood if you want to see something a little out of the ordinary. For those of you who are more into your bands, the main stage will no doubt be your calling, featuring Glasvegas, The Wombats, We Are Scientists and Paolo Nutini. If I had one final recommendation, it would be to go and see Jamie XX and Mathew Dear perform at the Sub Club Sound System for what will no doubt be a knock out performance. [Luke Dubuis]