2010
RockNess 2010 took place on 11, 12 and 13 June. The headlining acts were Fatboy Slim, Leftfield (who was performing for the first time in 10 years) and New York rockers The Strokes. Other notable acts included Ian Brown, Doves, Blondie, Pendulum, Enter Shikari, Aphex Twin, and Chase & Status.
The winner of the 2010 RockNess DJ competition was 29 year old, Neil Rankin from Galashiels, who played the closing set to the festival in the Bollywood Arena.
For the first time Rockness also showcased comedy with Kevin Bridges being the highlight of this. 'Mr Nice' Howard Marks was also in attendance both speaking and hosting his very own, new stage - 'Howards End Pub'.
The festival received the "Best Line Up" Award at the UK Festival Awards.
The line-up was as follows.
| Mainstage | ||
| Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|
|
Fatboy Slim |
Leftfield |
The Strokes |
| Clash Presents... | ||
| Goldenvoice Arena | Goldenvoice Arena | Sunday Best Arena |
|---|---|---|
| Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|
Pendulum |
Aphex Twin |
Chase & Status |
| ' | |
| Annie Mac Presents... | Radio Soulwax |
|---|---|
| Saturday | Sunday |
|
Annie Mac |
2manydjs |
| Arcadia Afterburner | ||
| Sub Club Presents... | Soma Records Presents... | |
|---|---|---|
| Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|
Optimo |
Green Velvet |
Rockness Closing Party |
| Howard's End Pub | ||
| Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|
|
A welcome with Howard Marks |
Marty Mclean |
Scott Agnew |
| Strongbow Tent | ||
| Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|
|
High Contrast |
Freestylers |
Norman Jay |
| GoNorth Tent | ||
| Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|
|
Fartbarf |
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...+ Kevin Bridges and many more to be announced.
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