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Guide Dogs Live Music Event – Whiteley Stage

🎶 Guide Dogs Live Music Event – Whiteley Stage 🎶

Saturday 8th August
Join us for a fantastic day of live music and community spirit as we host a Guide Dogs fundraising event at the Whiteley Stage. Enjoy performances from six brilliant bands throughout the day while supporting the incredible work of Guide Dogs, who will be on site with their own stand raising money and awareness.

Bring friends and family along to enjoy great music, a welcoming atmosphere, and the chance to support a vital charity.

🎤 Live Music Line‑Up

Panicc
10:00am – 10:45am

Panicc started playing together as a group about a year ago, although most members play together in other bands. They play with Guitar, Bass Guitar and 2 singers with Ukuleles.

Over the past months several music sets have been developed and they are always expanding their range of songs. They do not ask for payment, however they do ask anyone who books us to make a gift to a charity of their choosing or be a charitable organisation.

LouluV
11:00am – 11:45am

LouLu V is from Waterlooville. She writes sharp indie-pop with a rock edge and folk roots. A few years on from open mics, she’s now fronting a tight live band and playing small stages at festivals across the South Coast and London.

New material is currently being recorded for an album set for release later this year.

D’Ukes of Hayling
12:00pm – 12:45pm

A lively ukulele group based on Hayling Island, performing upbeat and feel‑good music. Affiliated with the local u3a, they are well known for entertaining sets at community venues, festivals, and fundraising events.

Fine Voice Chorus
1300pm – 1345pm

The Chorus songs include popular music from Bruno Mars, Queen, and musicals such as Les Miserables and operas by Verdi. They sing simple unison and structured multi-part choir pieces.

Also there are Remembrance songs from World War 1 and II events similar to The Proms concerts and D-Day events, flying the Union Flag with great pride and enthusiasm. They are a fully inclusive group, encouraging anyone of any ability to join, no auditions or knowing how to sing, they aim to be inclusive for all, each member supporting each other.

Force 10 Shanty Crew
14:00pm – 14:45pm

The Force 10 Shanty Crew is a Hampshire based sea shanty and maritime music group, primarily performing around Hayling Island, Portsmouth, and the wider South Coast. Formed in late 2023, the crew is known for their lively harmonies, foot-stomping energy, and interactive performances that encourage audiences to sing along.

For a look at the lively, sing along atmosphere they bring to their live coastal performances.

Garry O’Connor Band
15:00pm – 15:35pm

The Gary O’Connor band writes records and performs original music and covers. Primarily within the Melodic rock genre. Based in Hampshire the band typically consists of five members covering guitar base drums and vocals and is often joined by guest musicians on saxophone and keyboard. The band has released six albums across major streaming platforms and runs its own YouTube channel where new material is regularly shared . Their music also reviews constant AirPlay on a local community radio station “ The Flash “.

🐕 Supporting Guide Dogs

Throughout the day, Guide Dogs will have their own stand where you can learn more about their life‑changing work and make a donation to support people with sight loss.

🎵 Free entry | 🎶 Live music all day | 💛 Support a great cause
We look forward to seeing you there!

Last updated Tuesday 14 July, 2026