While riding is at the heart of the ABR Festival, having a great time out of the saddle is just as important. The Music Stage will be the centre of the ABR Festival live music experience.

The ABR Festival 2023 opens on Thursday 22nd June for the VIP Party (VIP Ticket needed). We’ll have a headline act to get the party started and kick the festival off in style.

Kicking off at lunchtime on both Friday and Saturday you’ll find the UK’s best tribute and party bands, scroll down to see who will be performing.

If you’re looking for something more relaxing then enter the Magic Teapot for a good old fashioned knees up and a cuppa, or enjoy the acoustic evening sessions in the Campfire Tent.

THURSDAY VIP NIGHT

THE BEAT

Legendary 2tone outfit ‘The bEAT’ will headline this year’s VIP night, promising a high-energy and ferocious performance that’s guaranteed to get you on your feet and reliving your glory days.

THREE’S A CROWD

Three's a Crowd

Made up of 3 talented local musicians from Stratford upon Avon, Three’s A Crowd will be playing hits from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and 90’s that are guaranteed to have you dancing all night.

CREAM OF CLAPTON

Cream of Claptop

Cream of Clapton puts on a stunning tribute to the iconic music of Eric Clapton. Featuring songs from the legendary Unplugged album such as Tears in Heaven and Running on Faith to the unmistakable riffs of Layla and everything in between.

FRIDAY

MERCURY

The world’s leading Queen tribute band, Mercury, will play the ABR Festival in 2023. Mercury are known for their dynamic stage show, having wowed audiences from across the globe. The award-winning band will be making their festival debut, playing a spectacular set of Queen classics.

THE POLICE FORCE

The Police Force

Watch as The Police Force immerse themselves into a spectacular show, recreating the sound, looks, energy and tenacity this formidable 3 piece once produced.

RED HOT CHILLI PEPPERS UK

Red Hot Chilli Peppers UK

The UK’s best RHCP tribute, Red Hot Chilli Peppers UK will make their ABR Festival debut in 2023.

DEFINITELY MIGHT BE

Definitely Mightbe

The longest established Oasis tribute in the world with over 2,000 shows under their belt.

THE DECADES BAND

The Decades

The Decades Band will play hits from the last six decades, covering styles from pop to rock, funk to soul, blues to rock ‘n’ roll – and everything in between. They’ll be sure to bring the party and get you on your feet after a long day in the saddle.

SATURDAY

DETROIT SOUL COLLECTIVE

Detroit Soul

Delivering a mix of soul, Motown, and funk, Detroit Soul Collective are a nine-piece group boasting two incredible vocalists and a brass section that’s guaranteed to get you moving.

VOICES UNLIMITED

Have we got a treat for you… Voices Unlimited, Worcestershire’s biggest independent adult contemporary vocal group (we’ve been told they don’t like the word ‘choir’, it’s not what they do), is all set to take the stage for a special, one-of-a-kind performance at the upcoming 2023 ABR Festival.

IMAGINE THE BEATLES

Regarded as one of the UK’s leading Beatles tribute acts, the quartet will be gracing the main stage on Saturday night recreating the true sound of the iconic pop-rock band.

LET THERE B/DC

Let There B DC

Heavy riffs, thumping drums, and a big set of vocals from this award-winning AC/DC tribute act.

QUO’D

Quo'd

A tribute to the Frantic Four line-up of Lancaster, Rossi, Parfitt and Coghlan, this Status Quo tribute band cover songs from six key albums from the 70’s.

FLEETWOOD BAC

Fleetwood Bac

Crazy about this classic American rock band? Then you’ll love Fleetwood Bac, who have established themselves as a must-see act.

THE MAGIC TEAPOT

The Magic Teapot is the warmest and most welcoming of spaces. As you enter you step back to a simpler time, to an old-fashioned knees up around a real piano, not an amplifier in sight. The central fire draws you in and the kettle constantly simmers.

Join in with the spontaneous performances, or simply sit back and soak in the atmosphere.

The Magic Teapot is a place you will find yourself coming back to again and again!

Magic Teapot

ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCES

Sometimes it’s nice just to get away from it all and to sit and appreciate some incredible acoustic sessions. That’s exactly what you’ll find at the Tenere Speaker and Masterclass stages. Throughout the weekend, you’ll find a more relaxed vibe at both stages each evening, with various artists performing sets.

So grab a drink, sit back, chill out and enjoy the atmosphere.

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