What does it really take to build a music festival from the ground up — and what makes people come back for more?
In this episode of Bonnie Scotland Presents, we head behind the scenes of Heartland Festival to chat with Simon – to explore the planning, preparation and purpose that goes into creating a Scottish festival with heart.
From booking artists and building a line-up to the countless details audiences never see, we chat about what happens long before the first note is played.
We explore the importance of community, supporting emerging artists, creating an experience rather than simply putting on a show, and the challenges of keeping that personal feel as a festival grows.
But most importantly, we ask: what actually puts the heart in Heartland?
A conversation about music, people, community, the realities of festival planning and why the grassroots spirit matters.
