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Plans are underway for the 2008 Festival
to be held on August 8, 9, and 10 at the Tlell Fairgrounds.

Feb. 8/08: 'The Higgins' are our first confirmed Headline Act (see the Line-up 2008 page)

The Festival Committee has picked the theme for 2008. It will be "HOME ON THE EDGE" from several ideas discussed.

The festival is calling for submissions of artwork from islanders to creatively depict our new theme. The theme will be used on festival promotional materials, our website, programs, and clothing items.

Artwork should be submitted on standard 8½" x 11" format, or as a digital image in jpeg format. When designing the artwork, artists are asked to keep in mind that the image is to be reproduced in small format for newspaper and program use, in medium sized format for t-shirts, and in larger format for signage and/or backdrop use. The art must therefore be simple, bold, direct, and in black medium on a white background. Multi-coloured images will not be considered.All submissions will be judged by a panel from all festival members. The winner of this year's competition will have his/her image prominently displayed on festival promotional material, and will be given a free festival t-shirt displaying the image as well as a weekend family pass to the event.The deadline for submissions will be February 2008. Submit your artwork by mail to the Edge of the World Music Festival at Box 812, Queen Charlotte, or by email to lhusband@island.net.

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Music Festival 2007 was successful beyond our wildest dreams! Our local and off-island musicians brought us blues, rock, country, bluegrass, reggae, rockabilly and gospel with rhythm. Festival organizers are hearing that “it was the best festival ever!” The Tlell Fairgrounds was a perfect venue, and the sun shone on us for two days—it worked also to move to August. We are already talking about next year, and we hope to be at the fairgrounds in 2008 and beyond. Watch for 2007 pictures on this website soon, send us your suggestions, and think about volunteering. We have a lot of new volunteer talent already for next year, but it takes a lot of people hours to put on your islands’ music festival.

Our photos are now up. Additionally:

Jessica Storry has created a Facebook Group featuring photos from Festival 2007 http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=4870362655 A free membership to Facebook is required to view the site. It is well worth the effort. Thanks Jessica!

A Prince Rupert publication 'The Northern View' has created a photo gallery and a Youtube video of Festival 2007. Check it out in their 'Arts' section at http://www.thenorthernview.com/



Media Releases
In this Media section for the Edge of the World Music Festival, check for our latest Press Releases and other news bulletins. If you wish to be added to our Press Release and News Release distribution list, please email our Media contact person: Pat Carrie Smith
2007 General Press Release (.pdf)	June 23, 2007 Press Release (.pdf)

Here's what some past performers had to say about their
Edge of the World Music Festival experience.

"That was one of the best festivals I've ever played, and I've played many! The hospitality, the food, the wonderful fans .... Please bring me back!!!"
- Murray Porter

"The Edge of the World festival is filled with the magic of an amazingly beautiful place, a powerfully creative community and word is out that this is one of the best and most fun festivals to perform at in Canada."
- Julie Blue

"We had a blast too and it was great to finally get a chance to see the QCI. I've been waiting a long time forthat. The Edge fest is one of the best times we've ever had! great weather, great people, great music!!!!
- Paul Pigat, Cousin Harley

"It was absolutely fabulous..the best crowd we have ever played for.. Great digs and wonderful people."
- Darryl Havers, Brickhouse

"The word magical is an adjective you often hear applied to the Charlottes. THE EDGE OF THE WORLD MUSIC FESTIVAL is quite simply an outstanding event featuring a wonderful cross section of music presented in a warm and friendly atmosphere, not to be missed!"
-Ron Irving

"Fantastic people, amazing scenery, and a brilliant lineup! Edge of the World Festival in Haida Gwaii has done everything right! A unique and unforgettable experience on the Canadian Festival scene!!"
- Todd Butler

"Out of all the festivals we played it was my favourite this year and a magical experience."
- Emaline Delapaix, performer from Australia

"We really had a great experience and felt so welcomed and taken care of. I really hope to come back some day!"
- Anne Louise Genest, performer from Whitehorse

"I speak for everyone in Candela when I say I have never felt so welcomed at an event, ever."
- Mark Beaty of La Candela, performers from Vancouver

"After performing at most of the North West BC Festivals I have to say that you sure have all the details down pat and know how to make a performer feel welcome. There is nothing that I think you need to do differently."
- Sall Gibson, performer from Prince Rupert

"The Edge of the World Festival blew me away with its high quality music, magical, intimate atmosphere and unparalleled location on gorgeous Haida Gwaii. It's taken a well-deserved place among B.C.'s top music events....well worth the trip!"
- Larissa Ardis, Northwood Magazine, Smithers, B.C.

"The energies of all the different musicians filled you over three days and just left you glowing by the end of it."
- Moritz Behm, performer from Bowen Island

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