Newark Festival 2023 - Concert in the Castle in Newark,

Nik Kershaw hit the UK pop scene in 1984 with singles “Wouldn’t It Be Good”, “The Riddle” and “I Won’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me”, spending 62 weeks on the UK Singles Chart (1984–85) and playing Live Aid. He wrote Chesney Hawkes’ “The One and Only” and collaborated with Elton John, Sia, Gary Barlow and Bonnie Tyler.

Johnny Hates Jazz is British duo Clark Datchler and Mike Nocito, known for late-1980s hits like Shattered Dreams (1987 worldwide Top 5) and Turn Back The Clock. Their 1988 debut album topped the UK chart, sold 4M+, triple-platinum.

Toyah Willcox, born in Kings Heath, Birmingham, is an English singer-songwriter and actress. A punk and new wave icon, she is known for her distinctive style and powerful vocals. Her popular songs include "It's a Mystery," "Thunder in the Mountains," and "I Want to Be Free." She has released over 20 albums, including "Posh Pop," and collaborated with husband Robert Fripp. Willcox has received an honorary doctorate and a LIPA Companionship. She is also a celebrated stage and screen actress.