iTunes Festival 2011

1 Jul 2011 - 31 Jul 2011 / Roundhouse Main Space

Free Event

Foo Fighters and Paul Simon to play iTunes Festival 2011

Dave Grohl of Foo Fighters, who recently topped the iTunes album chart with Wasting Light said, “We are really excited to do the iTunes Festival in July and to perform at the legendary Roundhouse. And the fact that it's going to be broadcast to so many people is really exciting, because making music is more about the audience than the band sometimes. I feel like the opportunities we have to reach out to more people through technology is a wonderful thing; to see the world get together and experience music, live”.

Paul Simon said, “I'm excited about hitting the road with my band after a few years off the road. I am looking forward to performing at the iTunes Festival on 1 July, it should be great to play songs from the new record as well as some old ones at the Roundhouse”.

Download the official iTunes Festival app for the definitive guide to the iTunes Festival, a chance to win tickets and to watch a selection of streamed gigs live. Lucky winners will have their tickets delivered directly to their iPhone, iPod touch and iPad. The iTunes Festival app is now available for free from the App Store on iPhone, iPod touch and iPad at www.itunes.co.uk/appstore

Announced so far:

1 July: Paul Simon

2 July: Seasick Steve - Smoke Fairies

3 July: Manic Street Preachers - Dry the River - Ramona  Studio Sessions: Ukulele for Dummies

4 July: Linkin Park - Neon Trees

5 July: Beady Eye - Steve Cradock  Studios Sessions: Gwyneth Paltrow

6 July: Arctic Monkeys - Miles Kane

7 July: ADELE - Michael Kiwanuka

8 July: Bruno Mars - Ed Sheeran

9 July: My Chemical Romance - Evaline

10 July: Glasvegas - Cat's Eyes  Studio Sessions: Beatsteaks

11 July: Foo Fighters - Jimmy Eat World

12 July: The Script - Loick Essien

13 July: White Lies - The Naked and Famous - Alice Gold

14 July: Friendly Fires - SBTRKT

15 July: CANCELLED Jessie J - Rizzle Kicks   Studio Sessions: David Nicholls

16 July: The Wombats + All The Young

17 July: Raphael Saadiq - Bluey Robinson   Studio Sessions: Selah Sue - Medi

18 July: Rumer - Caitlin Rose   Studio Sessions: Mark Radcliffe

19 July: Katy B - Jamie Woon

20 July: The Wanted - Dionne Bromfield

21 July: Swedish House Mafia - Alex Metric

22 July: Coldplay - The Pierces

23 July: Mogwai - Errors

24 July: Noah and the Whale - Fixers

25 July: Lang Lang- 2CELLOS

26 July: Magnetic Man - Alex Clare

27 July: Example - Wretch 32 - Yasmin

28 July: Chase & Status - Nero

29 July: Kasabian - PENGu!NS

30 July: James Morrison - Benjamin Francis Leftwich

31 July: Moby - Silver Apples

Each live performance will be recorded and sold exclusively on iTunes. 

Every ticket to the iTunes Festival is free — you can win a pair of tickets to any performance.

The remaining artists and other related festival news will be announced via regular email alerts between now and June. To be the first to hear the announcements and be able to enter for free tickets, register for email alerts at www.itunesfestival.com

Frequently Asked Questions

Entering competitions…

Can I buy tickets for the iTunes Festival?
No. Every ticket to the iTunes Festival is free - you can win a pair of tickets to any performance by entering the prize draws (e.g. www.itunesfestival.com).

How many gigs can I apply for?
You can apply for as many gigs as you like. Each competition entrant has the chance to win one pair of tickets per date of the festival.

I’ve entered a competition on www.facebook.com/iTunesUK. When do prize draws take place?
Winners will be selected every 2 weeks from Friday 6 May. Once you enter a competition, you will be eligible for each prize draw until the competition closing date. Each competition closes 7 days before the gig.

I’ve entered a competition on www.itunesfestival.com. When do prize draws take place?
Winners will be selected every 2 weeks from Friday 6 May. Once you enter a competition, you will be eligible for each prize draw until the competition closing date. Each competition closes 7 days before the gig.

I’ve entered a competition on www.itunesfestival.com/xx (at, ch, de, dk, fi, fr, gk, ie, lu, nl, no). When do prize draws take place?
Winners will be selected the day after the competitions closes. Once you enter a competition, you will be eligible for each prize draw until the competition closing date. Each competition closes 14 days before the gig.

I don’t live in one of the countries that are listed on www.itunesfestival.com. Can I enter a competition?
Unfortunately not. For legal reasons, ticket competition are open only to residents of the countries listed on www.itunesfestival.com

I’ve entered a competition through the festival app and I live in the UK. When do prize draws take place?
The draw will take place after 18:00 (BST) on the day after the final day of the promotion period for the concert in question. Each competition closes 7 days before the gig. We will inform you by Push Notification and email if you win.

I’ve entered a competition through the festival app and I live in Austria, Switzerland, Germany, Denmark, Finland, France, Greece, Luxembourg, the Netherlands or Norway. When do prize draws take place?
The draw will take place after 18:00 (BST) on the day after the final day of the promotion period for the concert in question. Each competition closes 14 days before the gig. We will inform you by Push Notification and email if you win.

When will the prize draw for the festival pass take place?
The prize draw will take place on 1 June.

I’ve won but I missed the deadline to reserve my tickets on time. What can I do?
Winners who fail to confirm acceptance will forfeit their prize.

Will I receive a notification if I have not won?
No, we are unable to notify entrants who have not won a prize.

I’ve won 2 tickets . . .

I’ve won 2 tickets and confirmed them but I haven’t received my ticket so far. What can I do?
If you did not receive your tickets promptly, please check your 'spam' or 'junk mail' mailbox as the email may have been misclassified.

Can I give my 2 tickets to family/ friends?
Tickets are non-transferable and not for resale. There are no exceptions.

Can I sell my tickets/one of my tickets?
No. Tickets are non-transferable and not for resale. You need to bring photo ID to prove you are the winner. In addition, both tickets have to be validated at the same time.

Do I have to bring my ID?
Please bring photo ID to the event.

I’m under 14. Can I still come to the gig?
You must be at least 14 to be eligible to win tickets. If you are under 14, you can attend as a guest if accompanied by an adult.

What time do I have to arrive by?
20:00 for Main Space events and 17:15 for Studio Sessions. If you have not arrived by 20:00 / 17:15 on the day of the performance your entrance is not guaranteed.

Can I collect my ticket and come back to the venue later?
No, there is no readmission.

I’ve won two tickets to a Studio Session. Can I only come to the Main Space event later that day?
No, your ticket is for the Studio Sessions event only. However, if you attend the Studio Session event, there is a chance that the promoter may, at its sole discretion, permit you access to the Main Space event afterwards.

Can my +1 arrive later than I do?
No. Both tickets have to be validated at the same time.

Do I have to bring a +1?
No. But you can as your prize is valid for two.

Are my tickets standing tickets?
The Main Space events are standing. For the Studio Sessions event, seating is on the floor.

Who do I contact if I require disabled access?
For disabled access, please notify the Roundhouse in advance. Find further info here.

Where do I have to queue?
The two doors to the left of the main entrance are for competition winners. There will be queue signage above the doors and signage on the barriers to guide you. Please contact security on-site if you are not sure where to queue. Please don’t arrive to queue earlier than 10am on the day of the show for which you have tickets as you will be turned away. Generally it is not necessary to arrive earlier than 6pm.

What time will the show finish?
There is a 11pm curfew for all shows at the Roundhouse. This means the show will go no later than 11pm.

What about transport costs?
The cost of transportation and accommodation (if necessary) is your own responsibility.

I’ve deleted my ticket accidently, what can I do?
Please contact iTFquestions@apple.com at least 72 hours before the gig.

Will there be video/audio recordings of the event?
By attending this event you are agreeing that film and audio recordings of the event, including your voice and likeness, may be used for commercial purposes on a worldwide royalty free basis.

I’m a guest . . .

Where do I have to queue?
The main entrance of the Roundhouse (next to the restaurant Made in Camden) is reserved for all our guests. There will be queue signage above the doors and signage on the barriers to guide you. Please contact security on-site if you are not sure where to queue.

I’m a label/artist management guest. Where do I have to go?
We have a dedicated label/artist management desk every night. Please join the guest list queue.

I’m a marketing partner guest. Where do I have to go?
We have a dedicated marketing partner desk every night. Please join the guest list queue.

Venue related questions . . .

When do doors to the Roundhouse open?
Doors open at 18:30 for Main Space events. For Studio Sessions doors open at 17:00.

Is there a cashpoint in the venue?
Yes, there will be cashpoints available for all Main Space events. Cashpoints will not be available for Studio Sessions.

Can I pay by card at the bars?
No, the bars are cash only.

Can I take pictures/videos?
You are not permitted to make audio or audiovisual recordings of the event.

What’s the nearest tube station?
Nearest tube station is Chalk Farm. For more information visit: roundhouse.org.uk/visit/getting-here and tfl.gov.uk for public transport information.

Does the Roundhouse serve food/drinks?
Yes — the Roundhouse has a new bar & dining room, Made in Camden. Click here for more information. Alternatively, new for 2011, Meathouse is the Roundhouse's luxury barbecue on the terrace. Serving a variety of succulent meaty treats, burgers and even the odd vegetarian option, Meathouse is open to all iTunes ticket holders (weather permitting - feel free to check with Made in Camden beforehand on 020 7424 8495)

Can the Roundhouse refuse admission?
Yes. The Roundhouse reserves the right to refuse admission to and/or eject any person behaving dangerously or inappropriately.

Are there any things that I can’t bring with me to the venue?
The Roundhouse won’t allow you to bring in anything that could cause harm — including glass containers, cans and other large, heavy or sharp objects, aerosols, knives and sealed containers (such as bottled drinks). You’re also not allowed to bring audio/visual recording or professional photographic equipment into the venue.

Is there a cloakroom at the venue?
Yes — but space is limited so please don’t bring very large bags or other items as the Roundhouse can’t guarantee to be able to take them. There is a charge for using the cloakroom.

Is there parking available at the venue?
There is a limited amount of disabled parking available for Blue Badge holders — email access@roundhouse.org.uk. There is no other car parking available at the Roundhouse and guests are strongly advised to use public transport.