The Wombats announce summer forest gig

Liverpool's The Wombats have announced a special trip to the woods this summer for one night only at Delamere Forest, in Cheshire. The concert will be part of Forestry Commission Live Music 2012.

The Wombats debut album 'Guide To Love, Loss And Desperation' saw them become indie sensations with hits including 'Kill The Director', 'Let's Dance To Joy Division', 'Backfire At The Disco' and 'Moving To New York'. The band's latest album release, 'This Modern Glitch' has provided three of their biggest hits to date with the singles 'Tokyo (Vampires & Wolves)', 'Jump into the Fog' and 'Techno Fan'. The band has just finished a UK tour including three homecoming shows in Liverpool.

In what is a local gig for the band, Delamere Forest will provide a stunning backdrop for the outdoor performance, providing a natural amphitheatre set in a forest clearing. Full bar and catering services will be available with ample parking provided on site and Delamere train station nearby.

Commenting on the date, Matthew Murphy from the band said, "We have heard so much about the vibe at Delamere Forest gigs, it's been on our radar for some time and we're really pleased to be asked to play - here's to a 'Party in a Forest'."

Forestry Commission Live Music is an independent programme bringing music to new audiences without commercial branding or sponsorship. Income generated from ticket sales is spent on improving the local forests for both people and wildlife.

The Wombats will be performing the show on Sunday 8th July, tickets will be priced at £25.50, and go on sale at 9am this Friday 16th December and eFestivals will have links to buy them then.

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