New Festival Newsam Park Open Air announces first acts

Festival organisers have revealed Day 1 of their two day lineup for the first ever Newsam Park Open Air Festival that takes place on the 11th & 12th July in Leeds, UK! The first wave of headliners include SVEN VATH, MOODYMANN, NIGHTMARES ON WAX, GERD JANSON, ENZO SIRAGUSA, VOIGT.MAS, DENIS SULTA, MELLA DEE, DAN SHAKE,…

UB40, Jimmy Cliff & Aswad to play final night at Nocturne Live 2020

The final night of Nocturne Live 2020 is here and is an incredible reggae triple bill! 70-million-selling UB40 feat. Ali and Astro, legendary Jamaican icon JIMMY CLIFF and one of the all-time great British reggae bands ASWAD will close Nocturne Live 2020 on Sunday June 21st June. UB40 feat. Ali & Astro will perform some…

Kendal Calling adds to its 2020 line up!

Organisers thrilled to welcome synth-pop icons GOLDFRAPP to the fields for the first time and back by popular demand we have THE SLOW READERS CLUB with another of their blistering sets! Whilst Soapbox returns with a side-splitting lineup featuring panel show titan MARCUS BRIGSTOCKE, one-liner maestro GARY DELANEY, breakthrough favourite TEZ ILYAS and loads more….

Mighty Hoopla announce Sister Sledge, C+C Music Factory & more!

Back as one and proving that they are, in fact, family – SISTER SLEDGE will join this year’s Mighty Hoopla line up. Being announced alongside a host of other exciting acts and collectives, the inclusive extravaganza continues to pull out all of the pop stops. JODIE HARSH, C+C MUSIC FACTORY, VULA, LITTLE GAY BROTHER and…

Lily Allen to headline Sunday at NASS Festival 2020

NASS, the UK’s biggest celebration of music, street art, skate and BMX, has just announced over 40 new acts including LILY ALLEN, who joins the bill as their Sunday night headliner. OCTAVIAN, PUBLIC ENEMY RADIO (FEAT: CHUCK D, DJ LORD, JAHI  + S1W), JAYKAE and more will appear alongside already announced headliners CHASE & STATUS…

Creamfields Unleashes Jaw Dropping line up for 2020 Edition

Over the past few months Creamfields have been dropping name after name for their 2020 lineup, and with festival season just around the corner it turns out they were only just getting started, as the full lineup and arena breakdown now drops for the 4-day August Bank Holiday spectacular. Among the multitude of acts featured…

WOMAD announces first acts for 2020

This year organisers are very proud to bring you ANGELIQUE KIDJO, THE FLAMING LIPS, KATE TEMPEST, MARIZA, and Thursday headliner FATOUMATA DIAWARA, alongside a jam packed line-up of incredible musicians from across the world, for a weekend of musical discovery, dance, spoken word, food, science and more. Fresh from her win at the Grammys last month,…

South West Four announces phase 3 artists!

As another week inches us closer to the summer, South West Four is once again ready to launch another immense phase of additions to 2020’s huge line-up. Organisers have already crossed countless genres to bring the capital our most London-centric line-up yet – from KREPT & KONAN, KANO and THE STREETS to SUB FOCUS B2B…

Bloodstock Festival UK adds 6 new bands!

BLOODSTOCK has another six bands to announce for this summer’s best metal weekender.  Not only that, the festival has a brand new charity partner this year. Read on for the latest news… First of all, BLOODSTOCK is pleased to reveal that Louisville, Kentucky’s SAVAGE MASTER will be opening the Ronnie James Dio main stage on…

Arctangent adds 26 new names to 2020 line up

Organisers are beyond excited to reveal that CHELSEA WOLFE is bringing her magnificent live show to ArcTanGent 2020, joining OPETH, SWANS and TESSERACT at the top of the bill! Several of her albums over the past few years – American Darkness, Hiss Spun and Abyss, to name but a few have given us some of…

Hot Chip and Primal Scream to headline Standon Calling 2020

Standon Calling, the much-loved boutique family (and dog friendly) music festival, have announced their mega line-up for 2020, offering something for all ages (and breeds!). From 23rd – 26th July 2020, join the festivities as Standon Calling celebrates its momentous 15th birthday party and hosts ‘The Party of All Time’, promising music, creativity, food, comedy,…

Deer Shed reveals its third and final wave of music!

Over the years since 2010, Baldersby Park in Topcliffe, a sleepy village just outside of Thirsk, has played host to stellar acts like Johnny Marr, Goldfrapp, John Grant and Richard Hawley, but this summer now promises a performance that could top them all. Few British bands have been as prolific as JAMES over such a…

70’s rock legends Foghat to play Ramblin’ Man Fair UK 2020

70’s rock legends FOGHAT will be making their Ramblin’ Man Fair debut this year and organisers couldn’t be more excited. With a career spanning nearly five decades FOGHAT’s live performances show why the band is still around today and why they will be able to keep on rockin’ as long as they want. This band…

Larmer Tree Festival announces 30th Anniversary line up!

The wait is finally over, and organisers could not be more excited to reveal who will be providing the soundtrack to their 30th anniversary bash. Feast your eyes on this lot! Boasting a back-catalogue packed with crowd-pleasing anthems such as “Laid”, “Sit Down” and “She’s A Star”, JAMES are ready to set the Main Stage…

Victorious Festival announces huge wave of acts to the 2020 line up!

Headlining Saturday and needing no introduction is THE STREETS. With a career spanning near to 20 years and fronted by vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Mike Skinner, The Streets’ debut album ‘Original Pirate Material’, released in 2002 is widely regarded to have changed the face of British rap music, and second album ‘A Grand Don’t Come For…

Sister Sledge, Andy C, Gentleman’s Dub Club and more for Nozstock 2020

At NozHQ organisers never do things by halves, and this year is absolutely no exception. Venture off the beaten track with them at Nozstock this year, as we see a total transformation of their farm’s true state. From ancient, underwater cities, lost from the world many moons ago, to extra-terrestrial life in a new, unturned…

Cream Classical In the Park Line Up announced!

Following the announcement of the return of Cream Classical In The Park on Saturday 18th July, which attracted over 35,000 last year, Cream HQ have unleashed the line-up for the 2020 edition which features a showcase of true dance music legends. Closing out the show will be a performance from the 50 piece Kaleidoscope Orchestra…

Simple Minds and Deacon Blue confirmed for Nocturne Live UK

One of the most successful and iconic UK bands of all time, the 60 million-selling, international chart-toppers SIMPLE MINDS are the latest act lined up to headline the Nocturne Live concert series this summer. Fronted by founder members Jim Kerr (vocals) and Charlie Burchill (guitar), the band are currently celebrating 40 years in music and…

Lana Del Rey confirmed for Glastonbury Festival!

Emily Eavis has revealed that LANA DEL REY will perform at this year’s Festival. Speaking at the NME Awards, where Glastonbury won Best Festival In The World and Emily was named Godlike Genius – Emily revealed that LANA DEL REY will make her first appearance on the Pyramid Stage since her debut in 2014. LANA…

Truck Festival UK announces first bands for 2020

Oh boy, it’s a big’un.. Festival organisers are incredibly excited to reveal that BOMBAY BICYCLE CLUB, THE KOOKS and Truck favourites CATFISH AND THE BOTTLEMEN will headline Truck Festival 2020!! That’s not all, Thursday Entry will be topped off by the legends that are BLOSSOMS THE HIVES, DMA’S, PALE WAVES, LA ROUX, SUNDARA KARMA are…

The Waterboys to headline Wickham Festival 2020

THE WATERBOYS are the latest top-name act confirmed for this year’s Wickham Festival. The band will headline the Sunday night (9th August). Few bands have as great a live reputation as THE WATERBOYS. From their mid 1980s “big music” period through the influential mix of Celtic, gospel and country on their classic Fisherman’s Blues tours,…

My Chemical Romance confirmed for the Eden Sessions

In a massive coup for Eden, US rock band MY CHEMICAL ROMANCE will play a Session before their three huge shows at the Stadium MK in Milton Keynes. The Eden gig will be their only other show in the UK this year. Formed in Newark, New Jersey, the band made their debut in 2002 with…

Post Malone to headline BST Hyde Park on Thursday 2nd July!

Triple platinum superstar POST MALONE will headline American Express presents BST Hyde Park on Thursday 2nd July – with special guests to be announced. POST MALONE gained worldwide acclaim for his distinctive voice and innovative blending of hip-hop, pop and trap. His debut album Stoney catapulted him into the spotlight in 2016 and he spent…

Björk, Groove Armada and Metronomy to headline Bluedot Festival UK 2020

BJÖRK, GROOVE ARMADA and METRONOMY have been announced as the three headliners for Bluedot Festival 2020, set to take place on 23 – 26th July 2020. Also confirmed to be appearing at this summer’s festival are TIM PEAKE, who is announced as the festival’s first major science headliner, as well as SPIRITUALIZED, RÓISÍN MURPHY, SQUAREPUSHER, TANGERINE DREAM, RIDE, DANIEL AVERY, SETH TROXLER, HAAI and many more who join…

Bloodstock Confirm 7 more bands & announce On Site Gaming Arena for 2020

Bloodstock festival HQ shows no signs of slowing down with booking bands and making plans to make BLOODSTOCK’s 20th anniversary year the biggest and boldest yet! Brit thrash luminaries, ACID REIGN are set for a Friday slot on the Ronnie James Dio main stage!  Having rebooted the band in 2015 after a 24 year hiatus….

South West Four Saturday Phase Two has landed!

We have seen the biggest names in bass drop for Phase Two of SW4 Sunday, and now it’s Saturday’s turn! Joining the already impressive ranks of MAJOR LAZER, KANO, RUDIMENTAL, KELIS and more are a second wave of outstanding acts from today’s far-reaching dance music scene. Whether it’s grime legend DIZZEE RASCAL, who’s making his…

Rival Sons to headline Sunday at Ramblin’ Man Fair 2020

Ramblin’ Man is proud to announce that the Sunday night headliners at this year’s festival are the twice Grammy nominated RIVAL SONS. Ramblin’ Man veterans have played at the Fair on two previous occasions, this is the first time that the band have ever headlined a festival. Ramblin’ Man prides itself on offering the chance to this…

Huge wave of new acts for TRNSMT 2020 announced!

Here it is, the huge second wave of artists for TRNSMT 2020! Over 50 acts join the Main Stage, King Tut’s Stage powered by Utilita Energy and the River Stage. From old favourites to new stars in the making, if you’re a music lover, Glasgow Green is the place to be this July. Check out the line up so far:…

Huge Arts, Comedy, & Music Names Announced For Biggest Latitude Line Up Yet

Latitude Festival has unveiled a host of new names across the music and arts stages, joining headliners HAIM, THE CHEMICAL BROTHERS, LIAM GALLAGHER and BILL BAILEY. The 15th edition of the festival takes place in the magical grounds of Henham Park, Suffolk, across 16th-19th July 2020. SNOW PATROL were forced to cancel their headline slot at Latitude last year due to illness, and they make a triumphant…

Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds confirmed for the Eden Sessions

Organisers are excited to announce that NOEL GALLAGHER’S HIGH FLYING BIRDS will play an Eden Session this summer. The band have scored a hat-trick of number one albums in the UK since they first emerged in 2011 with their eponymous album on Sour Mash Records. The follow-up, Chasing Yesterday, was released in 2015 and featured live…

South West Four Festival UK 2020 announces their phase 2 artists!

Bass heads rejoice – Phase Two of South West Four’s massive 2020 line-up has just been unveiled! We’ve got the UK’s most revered names in drum and bass, grime, bassline and beyond joining Day Two for what’s set to be one of the biggest line-ups Clapham Common has ever seen. From the almighty pairing of…

Groove Armada, Fun Lovin’ Criminals, Norman Jay and more for Kaleidoscope 2020

Ally Pally’s festival of music and arts promises huge live performances, hilarious comedy and incredible immersive entertainment this summer! On 25th July 2020, Alexandra Park and Palace will throw open its gates to welcome a vibrant and eccentric cast of performers for Kaleidoscope 2020 – a summer celebration like no other. Amongst the first artists…

Supergrass to headline Splendour Festival UK 2020

The wait is now over with the first wave of artists today announced for Splendour 2020, set in the stunning grounds of Wollaton Park on Saturday 18 July. Bona fide music legends SUPERGRASS make their Splendour debut headlining the Main Stage alongside very special guest JAMES. Global pop icon BELINDA CARLISLE will be performing on…

Anita Baker to play UK exclusive show at Love Supreme 2020

It’s been thirteen years since The Songstress last stepped out onto a stage in the United Kingdom. Now she is saying farewell with a final performance headlining Love Supreme on Saturday 4th July. One of the defining voices of soul, ANITA BAKER has collected almost every award imaginable. Eight Grammy’s, Four American Music Awards, Seven…

First wave of acts announced for Lindisfarne Festival UK 2020

Here it is Pilgrims, the first wave of acts for Lindisfarne Festival 2020! Organisers are super thrilled to announce that the incredible GROOVE ARMADA will be headlining on Saturday night of our three-day music and arts extravaganza this summer! Famed for their chart-topping singles “I see you baby” and “Superstylin”, the electronic music duo have released eight…

Bloodstock Reveals More Thursday Acts, Exclusive To Weekend Ticket Holders!

Are you a BLOODSTOCK regular? Perhaps you’re thinking of coming for the first time, or you’ve tested the waters before with a day ticket just to see what you think? BLOODSTOCK weekend ticket holders don’t just get three days of heavy metal glory, they get four!  While day tickets can be purchased closer to the event for Friday, Saturday,…

Royal Blood & Richard Ashcroft To Headline Y Not Festival 2020

On Saturday night the saviours of guitar rock ROYAL BLOOD will be gracing the Big Gin stage, get ready to lose yourself to ferocious rock & roll in the beautiful peak district. Sunday night will see the legendary RICHARD ASHCROFT take to the stage. His all-conquering Urban Hymns and shimmering orchestral classics from The Verve will have you singing all night…

Kings of Leon, Skepta, The 1975, headline Boardmasters 2020

In case you missed it, Boardmasters Festival has revealed over 90 acts who will be playing at Boardmasters 2020, including all three Main Stage headliners! KINGS OF LEON, SKEPTA and THE 1975 will all be celebrating 40 years of Boardmasters on the Cornish coast, joined by THE KOOKS, DIZZEE RASCAL, LOYLE CARNER, MURA MASA, SAM FENDER, DAMIAN “JR…

Boomtown Fair UK reveals their Chapter 12 line up

Organisers are so excited to unveil Chapter 12: New Beginnings! Alongside announcing an incredible lineup of international superstars and underground legends, they have released the trailer for ‘State of Emergency’, their brand new multi-stage spectacular show that is set to unfold throughout the duration of the festival, in a full throttle, dazzling display of modern-day…

Anastacia will play Mighty Hoopla Festival UK 2020

ANASTACIA owned the early 00s with her pop smashes I’m Outta Love, Paid My Dues, One Day In Your Life and Boom. Her mezzo-soprano mega voice suited her subsequent rockier direction with her self titled third album with further hits Sick and Tired and Left Outside Alone. Festival organisers have been after her for years…

The UK’s ArcTanGent festival announces more acts for 2020

Festival organisers are excited to reveal another wave of new additions to the strongest ever ArcTanGent Festival lineup! They have got almighty experimental rock legends SWANS, a U.K. exclusive set from MAYBESHEWILL, the first U.K. show from THE LOCUST since they reformed, and SO MUCH more, including METZ, THE WORLD IS A BEAUTIFUL PLACE AND…

Foals, Stereophonics and Supergrass to headline Kendal Calling 2020

Festival organisers are thrilled to unveil Kendal Calling 2020, their fifteenth year in the fields and biggest line-up yet. Power up for a huge weekend as Kendal Calling Goes to the Arcade, welcoming old friends new to the Deer Park for a weekend like no other. So, buckle in… This year’s Kendal Calling is headed…