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MR HUDSON, CROWDED HOUSE AND HOCKEY ADDED TO LINE-UP

FRIDAY 11 – SUNDAY 13 JUNE 2010

This summer’s festival, with yet more acts being announced to play the main stage, will certainly have something for all tastes. R&B star Mr Hudson and new wave Oregon band Hockey perform on Friday 11th of June, while Crowded House perform on Saturday 12th of June.

These newly announced acts join an amazing line up including Jay-Z, The Strokes, Blondie, Pink, Calvin Harris, Doves, Vampire Weekend, Spandau Ballet, Paloma Faith, Orbital and Friendly Fires.

Riding high since signing to Kanye West’s label, Mr Hudson a Birmingham born singer, has gained fans, awards and praise alike including winning the 'Best breakthrough Act' at the Q Awards.

Guaranteed to bring a smile to the faces of festival goers Crowded House join the Isle of Wight Festival line up after reuniting in 2006. With a new album due for release in 2010, Crowded House promise to wow the crowd with new material and songs from their extensive back catalogue of hits.

Hotly tipped by Radio One’s Zane Lowe, Hockey has been widely proclaimed as the next big thing. Following the release of debut album 'Mind Chaos' the band have performed to huge critical acclaim.