The first gig I took after leaving Hearst, and months in the making, the inaugural @kitefstvl finally came to fruition this weekend. Since September 2021 I've been co-curating the programme with the marvellous Tortoise Media (Liz - you have been the best wing person anyone could ask for. Plus you’re a genius). This weekend has exceeded all expectations; from the excellent team, to the mind blowing talks and the music that had us dancing into the night (yes, you Grace Jones & Self Esteem - thank you!) A huge, heartfelt thank you to: Ai Weiwei, Minnie Driver, Bimini, Jarvis Cocker, Armando Iannucci, Jack Guinness, Robert Diament & Talk Art, David Olusoga and June Sarpong. Massive thank you to @sarahjaneheath for being a logistical wizard and spinning multiple plates whilst always remaining calm and having a sense of humour. KITE festival is a festival of ideas and music. To be inspired and to dance. The brainchild of Tortoise & Neapolitan Music. Launched in 2019, Tortoise deliver slow news; what's driving the news rather over what's breaking it. It's brilliant: www.tortoisemedia.com