Music fans in Perthshire have been left disappointed as the annual Rewind Scotland festival, which celebrates 1980s music, will not be taking place next summer. The event has been a staple in the Perth music calendar for over a decade, with Scone Palace serving as the iconic venue for the festival. However, organizers recently announced on social media that Rewind Scotland would be taking a break in 2025, much to the dismay of loyal fans of the festival.
Expressing their disappointment on social media, music enthusiasts voiced their concerns that the organizers had let down the dedicated followers of the event. One long-time attendee, Maureen Finlay, highlighted the need for a more detailed explanation for why the festival is going on a hiatus. Another fan, Carla Marie Patrick, shared her sadness at missing the festival next year, especially as she had planned to attend for her 50th birthday.
Notable headliners at the 2024 Rewind Scotland festival in July included Billy Ocean and The Boomtown Rats, with past editions featuring iconic acts such as Erasure’s Andy Bell, Squeeze, UB40, and many more. The official statement from Rewind Festival’s Facebook page cited that the decision to take a break was due to a sabbatical for Rewind Scotland and the cancellation of Rewind North in 2025. The statement also mentioned that Rewind South in Berkshire would still go ahead as planned in August 2025.
While fans may be disappointed by the temporary absence of Rewind Scotland, the organizers hinted at some positive developments for 2025, including events in other locations like Dubai, Dublin, Dreamland in Margate, and Rewind Cork. Despite the event’s hiatus, Rewind expressed gratitude towards Scone Palace and Capesthorne Hall for their support in hosting the festival over the years.
As fans come to terms with the news of Rewind Scotland’s break in 2025, they can look forward to future announcements and the continuation of the festival tradition in the coming years.
(Source: Daily Record)