Leeds Festivals in 2015

Guess where music lovers would be travelling to in August 2015? The Leeds Festival brings together popular and upcoming bands, singers and musicians to make it a haven for music lovers. Taking place during the August Bank Holiday Weekend, people are already booking tickets for the show and accommodation in budget hotels in Leeds.

Dates to Remember

The Festival has been planned from August 28 to August 30, 2015. The three days, from Friday to Sunday, promises to be an exciting weekend. August is a really good time to visit this bustling destination, with the average temperatures ranging around 15 degrees Celsius, or 60 degrees Fahrenheit. Sometimes it does rain during this month; however, it is rarely cloudy and gloomy. In fact, the sun shines brightly during the afternoons. The days could be comfortably warm, with temperatures around 20 degrees Celsius, or 68 degrees Fahrenheit. The nights, too, are snug, with temperatures around 11 degrees Celsius, or 52 degrees Fahrenheit. Since it is such a wonderful time to visit this destination, it is best to book accommodation early to get the best of hotels in Leeds, like Holiday Inn Express Leeds East, at very reasonable rates.

The Line-Up for the Festival

Among the many bands and singers performing during the festival are Jamie T, Manchester Orchestra and Metallica. Jamie Alexander Treays, popularly known as Jamie T, is a local favorite. His ‘Kings and Queens’ album hit #2 positions in the UK charts, when Jamie T was only 24 years old. Led by singer and guitarist Andy Hull and including bassist Jonathan Corley as well as drummer Jeremiah Edmond, Manchester Orchestra is a highly popular indie rock outfit. ‘Let My Pride Be what’s Left Behind’ was the second EP from the band, released in 2008. The release of ‘Simple Math’ in 2011 and ‘Cope’ in 2014 took the band to its heights of fame. Formed in 1981 by guitarist and vocalist James Hetfield and drummer Lars Ulrich, Metallica is always a crowd puller. The band has sold more than 110 million albums across the glove, making it one of the most commercially successful among rock bands. The release of ‘The Black Album’ in 1991 made wooed music lovers worldwide. Metallica’s ‘Death Magnetic’ album hit #1 on the charts in more than 30 countries around the world. Among the other bands that would be performing at the Leeds Festival in 2015 are Pierce the Veil, from San Diego, Refused, from Sweden, Run the Jewels and South West London’s own star, Wilkinson.

Selecting Accommodation

It would be a great idea to select a hotel near Royal Armouries & Leeds Football Club Elland Road, so that one can go sightseeing when not attending the music festival. One should not miss out on the shopping, fine dining, historic sites, contemporary arts and vibrant nightlife that this destination is famous for. Those interested in history and architecture should plan a visit to the Royal Armouries museum, Leeds Town Hall, the Victoria Quarter and the Leeds Art Gallery. One can find comfortable hotels with wifi & parking in Leeds for great facilities that are easy on the pocket.

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