The organisers of Evolution Festival in NewcastleGateshead today announced the dates for the 2012 event 

Evolution will be held on Bank Holiday Sunday 3rd and Monday 4th June in line with the shifting Diamond Jubilee Bank Holiday weekend.   'God Save The Queen - we mean it man.....' 

Described by Clash Magazine as 'the UKs model City Festival' Evolution takes place on the iconic Quayside that straddles the twin cities 

Organisers also announced a price freeze for 2012 with weekend tickets priced at £35+bf and day tickets at £25+bf 

Last year’s event featured performances from Plan B, Tinie Tempah, Iggy Pop, Katy B, Example and many more. 

'A blooming bargain' - Time Out 

A full line up announcement and on sale details will follow in early 2012