Plug pulled on Stone Roses gig anniversary event
THE Spike Island 30th anniversary gig in Widnes has officially been postponed by organisers due to coronavirus.
The event, Spike Island: The Resurrection, was due to take place on May 16, 2020 to celebrate 30 years since The Stone Roses’ iconic gig.
Organisers have confirmed that the event has been moved to another date based on a number of factors, including the current coronavirus crisis, strain on the local resources and other events being rescheduled.
Spike Island: The Resurrection will now take place on Saturday, September 12, 2020.
A spokesperson for the event’s organiser, Lightbulb Festivals, said: “After some lengthy discussions with the local authority, Cheshire police and listening to the thoughts of lots of existing ticket holders, we’ve made the decision to move Spike Island – The Resurrection to Saturday, September 12.
“It simply didn’t make sense for so many ticket holders to have to choose between options and miss out on other events, not to mention the added strain on public transport and Cheshire police.
“We hope you understand our decision, we just want as many of you as possible to be able to attend the incredible day we have planned for you, celebrating the 30th anniversary of one of the most legendary gigs of all time.”
Headliners The Clone Roses will be emulating
The Stone Roses’ iconic set, from the classic set list and vintage apparel to the incredible atmosphere from the historic gig.
Joining The Clone Roses in what will be the only live performance to be held at the site since the famous 1990 gig, are Oas-is, The Smiths Ltd, Happy
Mondaze, The James Experience and True Order.
All tickets for the original date in May will remain valid for September.
For those unable to attend, refunds will be issued from the point of purchase.