Inspiral Carpets tribute ‘The Kar-pets’ to play Rochdale Feel Good Festival

Tom Hingley’s The Karpets are on the main stage line-up for this year’s Rochdale Feel Good Festival

Inspiral Carpets tribute ‘The Kar-pets’ fronted by Tom Hingley, former lead singer of the Inspirals, will play the main stage by the town hall at the Rochdale Feel Good Festival on Saturday 12 August.

The Inspiral Carpets were one of the most popular alternative rock bands of the 1990s, playing a large part in the ‘Madchester’ movement and Tom sang on all their chart hits including This is How It Feels, She Comes in the Fall, Caravan, Saturn 5 and I Want You.

With Tom Hingley at the helm, The Kar-Pets perform songs from the 30-plus years of the Inspiral Carpets' back catalogue, including classic hits from their four studio albums.

Formed last year, the band has fast become favourites at festivals across the UK, with a busy schedule of dates this summer before and after their Rochdale debut.

Frontman Tom Hingley said the band are looking forward to the show: “We’re all thoroughly excited about being part of Rochdale Feel Good Festival’s ten year celebrations and are looking forward to the party.”

Councillor Janet Emsley, cabinet member for culture, health and wellbeing, said: “The Karpets have been getting a great reception at gigs around the country and I am looking forward to their set on the Saturday afternoon which is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

"Rochdale Feel Good Festival is an unmissable event for friends and family to enjoy, and always a good opportunity for local businesses to host their own event, so if you would like to be part of it, get in touch now, space is always in high demand.”

Rochdale Feel Good Festival returns on Friday 11 and Saturday 12 August, for another showcase of entertainment, food and culture.

The festival which is celebrating its 10th birthday will include live music across indoor venues, a main stage against the backdrop of the town hall, a quality food court and family entertainment.

A local band will get chance to play the main stage. The Battle of the Bands competition will be launched this month with local acts encouraged to apply to win the slot.