NME Festival Guide 2008
Benicassim

Richard Hawley, Leonard Cohen, Justice, Beirut join Benicassim

Richard Hawley at his Shockwaves NME Awards Show at London's Astoira this week. The former Pulp guitarist had some quick put downs for hecklers and gave a shout out to NME for organising gigs for "old farts" like him. Pic: PA Photos

These New Puritans, Roisin Murphy, Micah P Hinson added to Spanish festival bill

Feb 21, 2008
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Leonard Cohen, Justice, Beirut, Richard Hawley, These New Puritans, Roisin Murphy and Micah P Hinson have been confirmed to play this summer’s Benicassim festival in Spain.

Also announced to play on the bill today (February 21) are David Duriez, Eef Barzelay, Erol Alkan, John Acquaviva, Moriarty, Supermayer and Tommie Sunshine.

The festival takes place on July 17-20 near Castellón. Babyshambles, My Bloody Valentine, Spiritualized and The Rumble Strips have already been confirmed to be playing on the bill.

To check the availability of Benicassim tickets and get all the latest listings, go to NME.COM/GIGS now, or call 0871 230 1094.

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