Minister for the National Heritage, the Arts and Local Government Owen Bonnici announced the beneficiaries of Rock'N Malta for the year 2024. Rock'N Malta, a fund administered by Festivals Malta, serves as an incentive for various organisers, promoters, artists, and local bands to contribute to the diverse landscape of rock music, encompassing all its subgenres.

Minister Bonnici explained that, following the launch of applications in July, Festivals Malta received a substantial number of submissions from organisers and artists. Out of these, 26 projects have been selected to receive support from the fund in 2024.

“Since the inception of this festival in 2017, we have consistently provided support to numerous local artists and organisers, empowering them to organise rock concerts and explore all subgenres within this musical category. This festival not only backs local artists but also facilitates organisers in hosting internationally acclaimed artists within the rock music scene,” concluded Minister Bonnici.

Festivals Malta Chairman Aaron Zahra explained that Festivals Malta remains committed to fully investing in rock music and its subgenres. “We have exciting projects lined up for the coming year, featuring high-quality local events and outstanding concerts with internationally renowned artists. I am confident these events will be a tremendous success, and I encourage the public to attend the organised events next year,” stated Mr Zahra.

Frans Agius, CEO of Festivals Malta, unveiled the Rock’N Malta calendar of events scheduled between March and December 2024. “Rock'N Malta is an integral part of Festivals Malta’s cultural calendar, allowing us to explore new genres of music not prominently featured during our main festivals. This fund aligns with the agency’s goal to support local artists and organisers while investing in high-quality productions,” concluded Mr Agius.

The beneficiaries of Rock'N Malta 2024 are:

·                 The Gozo Youth Orchestra

·                 Spring Festival 2024

·                 Dark Malta 2024 

·                 Xlokk Rocks Festival

·                 Rock The South Festival

·                 Għaqda Mużikali San Ġużepp Ħal Għaxaq

·                 Earth Garden

·                 Soċjetà Filarmonika Maria Mater Gratiae

·                 Mosta Music Festival 2024

·                 Rock in the Forest

·                 Venti Music Fest

·                 End of Summer Festival

·                 Vinyl Paradise – The Power of Three: Blues Trio Phenomenon

·                 Teatru Rock - Journey Through The 70s

·                 Kunċertun tal-Milied – Travellers Christmas Concert

·                 Time Lord by Iron Horde Promotions

·                 A Symphony From Hell by Raw Not War Entertainment

·                 Kunċert Vuċi għall-Annimali – A Night of Music, Compassion and Awareness

·                 Malta Spectacular – The Variety Show

·                 NNG Promotions

·                 SoundArt Malta

·                 Stones to Peppers III

For more information about Festivals Malta’s events, visit www.festivals.mt.