The Apple Cart 2011: Five to see + full stage times

Perhaps seen as Field Day’s more mature, grown up cousin. After last year’s false start, the inaugral edition of the Apple Cart festival is fast approaching and for many will act as a soothing hanover cure for FD’s undoubtedly manic shenanigans. We’ve gone through the lineup with a fine tooth comb and hand picked some of the delights you can expect to see at London’s Victoria Park this Sunday, 7 August. From music to magic, comedy to DJs – we’ve got it covered.

Full lineup and stage times are listed at the foot of this article. If you fancy picking up some reduced tickets, head this way.

Saint Etienne

Who? Do you really have to ask? UK indie royalty. Creators of one of the finest pop-dance crossover albums of all time with Fox Base Alpha that went on to single handedly influence generation after generation of balearic tinged goodness. Recognised as golden Gods amongst the ever burgeoning Gothenburg scene. Cool. As. Fuck.

Saint Etienne – Only Love Can Break Your Heart (2009 Extended Remix)

Sean Rowley (DJ Set)

Who? Crate digger and all-round good taste guru. What Rowley doesn’t know about old soul grooves and funk-a-delic classics isn’t worth knowing. Known for his Guilty Pleasures clubnight. Random fact: He appeared on the front cover of Oasis’ What’s The Story (Morning Glory) but don’t hold that against him.

Sly & The Family Stone – Thank You (Fa lettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)

Marcus Brigstocke

Who? A regular on comedy quiz shows Have I Got News For You and Q.I, Brigstocke will appeal to those that like their humour sprinkled with a satarical edge. Watch a clip below.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJEH9P0hgCw

Peasgood Nonsuch Magic Stage

Who? We all love magic, right? RIGHT. Promising a host of magicians suitable for all ages, the magic stage will be hosted by Richard Pinner who apparently is a bit of a big name in the magic circle. So whilst Paul Daniels is busy getting black eyes from pizza wielding hand-puppets we can sit back and take solace in the fact that some of the best magicians in the country will be entertaining confused hipsters and kids alike for the entire duration of the festival.

Sunday Girl

Who? She may be the face of River Island, but don’t hold that against her. Not only is Jade Williams handy a crafting a decent pop song, she’s also pretty tasty at arts & crafts. Oh yes. So, if you fancy taking part in some knitting activities whilst watching her perform an acoustic set alongside the quite wonderful Bright Light Bright Light – ‘Sunday Girl’s Tea Party’ might well be up your street. There will also be face painting. And candyfloss. The phrase ‘twee as fuck’ was dreamt up for moments like this. Score!

Diplo Vs. Sunday Girl – Four Floors

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THE APPLE CART STAGE TIMES

THE APPLE CART STAGE

9.00-10.00 Saint Etienne
8.15-9.00 Sean Rowley
7.30-8.15 Tim Minchin
6.30-7.30 Gilles Peterson
5.45-6.30 Badly Drawn Boy
5.00-5.45 Andrew Weatherall
4.15-5.00 Patrick Wolf
3.45-4.15 Sean Rowley
3.00-3.45 The Magic Numbers
2.30-3.00 Sean Rowley
1.45-2.30 Steve Mason
1.00-1.45 Alvin C & Riotous Rockers
12.15-1.00 Balearic Folk Orchestra
11.45-12.15 Alvin C & Riotous Rockers

CABARET STAGE

8.45-9.30 Soul II Soul
7.30-8.45 Kevin Rowland
6.45-7.30 Chilly Gonzales
6.15-6.45 Pam Hogg
5.30-6.15 Bourgeois & Maurice
5.15-5.30 Neil Prince & Marawa
4.30-5.15 The Lipsinkers
4.15-4.30 Neil Prince
3.30-4.15 James Yorkston
3.00-3.30 Double Bass Dan & Luke Sticks
1.45-3.00 Literary Death Match
1.00-1.45 Erection Section
11.30-1.00 Caught by the River Nature Disco

COMMUNION/FENCE/SWN

21.00-21.50 Cate Le Bon
19.55-20.30 Michele Stodart
19.00-19.30 Colorama
18.10-18.40 Evening Chorus
17.20-17.50 Joshua Caole
16.30-17.00 Matthew & The Atlas
15.40-16.10 Treetop Flyers
14.50-15.20 Paul Thomas Saunders
14.05-14.35 Peggy Sue
13.10-13.50 The Pictish Trail
12.40-13.10 Rozi Plain
12.00-12.30 Seamus Fogarty

COMEDY
18.35-19.10 Abandoman
18.05-18.35 Steve Hughes
17.20-17.55 Marcus Brigstocke
17.00-17.20 Kevin Eldon
16.30-17.00 Doc Brown
15.45-16.20 Jon Richardson
15.15-15.45 Paul Chowdhry
14.45-15.15 Simon Evans
14.00-14.35 Mark Steel
13.40-14.00 Prince Abdi
13.20-13.40 Fergus Craig
13.00-13.20 Jimmy Bird

MAGIC

17.45-18.00 Oliver Tabor
17.00-17.45 Just George
16.15-17.00 Foxy
14.30-15.15 James Fortune
13.45-14.30 Boo Hiccup
13.00-13.45 David Weeks
12.15-13.00 Dov Citroen
12.00-12.15 Richard Pinner