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 corner of space… the enticement of The Great Unknown is hard to resist, after all, is there anything quite as exciting as the voyage of discovery?
But of course, the question on everyone’s lips is; what musical acts have we been gathering to perform on our legendary stages? Well, secret’s out Nozstockers, let’s go…
Dazzling the Orchard Stage this year are SISTER SLEDGE, who soared to success in the height of the disco era. They will be bringing life and soul to the farm with their chart-topping singles ‘We are family’, ‘He’s the greatest dancer’ and ‘We’re lost in music’. Have those disco balls at the ready Nozstockers, because this family are going to get you into a spin.
All hail the King of drum and bass, ANDY C, who returns to headline with MC Tonn Piper. Currently at the top of his game, Andy C has sold out Wembley shows and a reputation for his three-deck mixing and double dropping antics. However, if it’s an amalgamation of jazz, rock and metal you’re after, classically trained comedian Bill Bailey and his musical musings is the one for you.
The raucous, nine-piece collective GENTLEMAN’S DUB CLUB will also be taking our stage by storm. Contagious with high-energy, this group has dub, ska and roots reggae in abundant supply. SUBMOTION ORCHESTRA will be captivating you Nozstockers, with their genre-defying fusion of electronica, jazz, soul and dub, all lead by Ruby Wood’s dream-like vocals.
Afro-funk band IBIBIO SOUND MACHINE, fronted by the fabulous Eno Williams, will bring foot-stomping, booty shaking and a perfectly synthesised sound of a concoction of genres. Self-describing their show as ‘Great Gatsby-meets-techno rave’, THE DUTTY MOONSHINE BIG BAND will be putting on the party of the century with explosions of jazz, garage and grime.

A post-apocalyptic landscape is all that’s in view. We wade through a thick and bubbling toxic wasteland with only unrecognisable mutated beasts at our sides. The Orchard Stage is long behind us, for we have ventured into a dangerous new realm. But whatever you come across here, it’s welcomed by the all-embracing Garden Stage. The place you’ll find an eclectic mix of DJ’s and bands to fill that alternative fix.
Technical wizards and dnb powerhouses CALYX & TEEBEE will be pulling out all the stops, supplying us with a fully charged six-deck set this year, joined by LX One on the mic. Having more than 15 years in the game, we can expect to hear a set jam-packed with the genre’s most loved classics and freshest tracks. Next, you have FLAVA D, who will be effortlessly blending the very best of garage and grime with a just spoonful of sugar to make those sturdy bass lines go down a blimmin’ treat.
Fanatics of sound and music production, MUNGO’S HI FI, are set to make another unforgettable appearance at Nozstock this year. The Glaswegian posse, who have collaborated with musical icons Prince Fatty and Eva Lazarus, are trailblazers in forming their unique mix of reggae/dub/dancehall.
Producer and rapper DIRTY DIKE and DJ Sammy B Side’s filthy beats and quick-to-whip wordplay will get your veins pumping and your feet jumping, while STANTON WARRIORS will be carrying on the bodacious party they began since they broke onto the scene over two decades ago. Not to mention, the ever evolving dnb chameleon, DILLINJA, will also be hitting the turntables over the weekend.
They say bad things come in threes, but for these hip-hop heavyweights that couldn’t be further from the truth. Having all held their torch to the blazing fire that is the Uk’s Rap scene, Rodney P, Ty and Black Twang have united to form the supergroup KINGDEM. Gifting you with razor-sharp lyrics and unmatchable rhythmic beats, you’ll be witnessing the very best of Britain all on one stage.
There is so much more coming to Nozstock this summer across many different stages, one not to miss!
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