The horns go up tonight as BLOODSTOCK and TRIVIUM unleash the professionally filmed premiere of the full TRIVIUM headline set from BLOODSTOCK 2025.
Long hailed as Britain’s fiercest independent metal gathering – a pilgrimage for die-hards, riff worshippers and circle-pit lifers alike – BLOODSTOCK has built its reputation on moments that become legend. This is one of them! Florida’s modern metal standard-bearers arrived in full command: razor-tight, arena-sized, and utterly fearless.
TRIVIUM’s career-spanning set was packed with deep cuts, fan favourites, surprise special guests, and iconic moments, including the live debut of new track “Bury Me With My Screams”, making this 90-minute, 18-song performance an essential watch for TRIVIUM fans and metalheads alike.
Critics instantly recognised the performance as historic. Metal Hammer praised the spectacle and scale, noting that guest appearances from Machine Head’s Robb Flynn, Ihsahn from Emperor, Sleep Token guitarist III and Malevolence’s Josh Baines added “extra star power” to an “anthem-stuffed headline set” packed with classics, covers of songs by Black Sabbath and Metallica, and enough flames and explosions to seal its status as “another legend-worthy gig.”
It was obvious this was something special. Kerrang! commented that although the band first headlined BLOODSTOCK in 2015, this show “blows that out of the water in terms of unbridled confidence and understanding of exactly who they are,” while Rock Sound hailed the set as “a celebration of metal itself… A true all-time classic.” Even The Guardian, awarding the 2025 event a full five stars, singled out the set as “a proud celebration of all things metal.”
Be sure to subscribe to BLOODSTOCK’s official YouTube for more exclusive live clips to come, and while you’re there, why not have a browse of the incredible wealth of live clips already uploaded for your viewing pleasure, including five clips from GOJIRA‘s equally dazzling headline set in 2025!
PHOTOS BELOW BY KATJA OGRIN (TL: MATT HEAFY & SLEEP TOKEN’S III; TR: MATT HEAFY & ROBB FLYNN)AND STEVE DEMPSEY (BL: TRIVIUM WITH JOSH BAINES; BR: MATT HEAFY WITH IHSAHN)
Attracting 25,000 revellers of all ages each year, Lakefest’s 12 stages host performances from world class music artists, award winning cuisine and a vibrant mix of family friendly activities, which includes a stage hosted by Steam Co, whose mission is to inspire creativity for children across the UK.
Whilst mums and dads are down at the mainstage, checking out an eclectic mix of their favourite bands, or working up a sweat on the Retrospective of House or Funky Town dancefloors, younger family members can also enjoy magic shows, storytelling, beat-boxing, BMX stunt show, wrestling, circus performances & the Kapow Gaming arena.
Lakefest is a UK music festival designed to be enjoyed by everyone. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and broad musical appeal, there’s a relaxed vibe and a strong sense of community. The 4-day festival attracts people who value shared experiences, friendliness, and a respectful environment. Conversations start easily, adventures begin, and friendships are made.
With a choice of camping and glamping options, comedy, wellness and plentiful hospitality, the festival delivers an unforgettable weekend packed with live entertainment, delicious food and fun for all ages.
Bananarama will complete the festival headliners, with further line-up to be announced for Sunday 9th August. Celebrating 40 years in the business, Bananarama’s DIY-style and attitude inspired a generation, obliterating all previous notions of what a girl band could be. During the 80’s these coolest of cool, pop princesses consistently topped the charts, with Hits such as Venus, Love In The First Degree, Robert De Niro’s Waiting, Cruel Summer and Our Lips Are Sealed with Terry Hall’s Fun Boy Three.
They hold the Guinness World Record for being the most successful female band worldwide, with the most charting singles. They performed twice on Band Aid, have released 12 albums, sold 30 million records and have retained their female pop duo cool credentials to date, with the release of their album Glorious, celebrating 4 decades of their music in 2024.
After an unforgettable debut last year, BLOODSTOCK’S WINTER GATHERING storms back this winter, bringing the spirit of the UK’s premier metal festival indoors once again for a full day of festive heaviness. Returning to take over KK’s Steelmill, Wolverhampton, on Saturday 5th December 2026, this one-day celebration promises towering riffs, intimate chaos, and all the community magic that BLOODSTOCK is known for.
Just a 20-minute walk from Wolverhampton station, with all-day parking nearby for a couple of quid, KK’s Steelmill is easy to get to. Alongside a stacked lineup of crushing bands, there’s a range of food available to help you keep up your energy for 8 hours of solid headbanging, plus a fully stocked bar serving drinks throughout the event, with cash, card, and contactless all accepted. And because December is definitely coat weather, there’s a cloakroom available too – drop off your big coat and warm up in the pit!
Doors will open at 2pm, with bands performing from 3pm – 11pm, ensuring wall-to-wall metal across two stages from start to finish.
Headlining the main stage are Greek metal legends ROTTING CHRIST, whose ritualistic blend of black metal, gothic atmosphere, and commanding live presence has earned them acclaim across more than three decades. Joining them are Ukrainian blackened death metal outfit 1914, whose harrowing, World War I-themed sound delivers both sonic brutality and emotional weight. Leeds crossover thrashers PEST CONTROL bring razor-sharp riffs and ferocious energy, while vivacious slam extremists PARTY CANNON guarantee chaos, colour, and full-bore pit action.
Self-proclaimed neoclassical fantasy pirates RED RUM offer up swashbuckling riffs and theatrical flair, but perhaps impeccable, classic doom purveyors WITCHSORROW will be more your thing? Kicking proceedings off in style, punk-infused eclectic progsters SQUARE WILD will open the stage.
The second stage is headlined by UK thrash powerhouse SHRAPNEL, delivering precision aggression and modern bite. They are joined by doom/death heavyweights THE CRAWLING, epic metal storytellers MOON REAPER, and Staffs-based punk bruisers HEAD DENT. Also appearing on the second stage is a live Bloodstock Festival Management Q&A, giving fans a rare chance to hear directly from the team behind the festival and ask their burning questions. Beyond the music, WINTER GATHERING once again delivers the extras that made last year so special, including S’tanta’s Grotto, band signing sessions, giveaways, and the now-infamous snow machine making its frosty return.
BLOODSTOCK and WINTER GATHERING co-director Vicky Hungerford comments, “Last year’s Winter Gathering was honestly such a blast — it reminded us exactly why Bloodstock began as an indoor event in the first place. The atmosphere was so intimate and felt just like those early days. We’ve got loads of fun things planned for 2026 and we’d love to see as many of you there as possible. It’s basically our Bloodstock Christmas party!”
Tickets are on sale immediately, priced at £55 (+ booking fees) – grab them now here.
For all the latest info, keep your eyes peeled on the official event websitehere.
Wychwood Festival has today revealed the main body of artists set to perform at the landmark 20th anniversary edition, as the much-loved family-friendly festival returns to Cheltenham Racecourse from 29th to 31st May 2026.
With chart-topping indie icons Kaiser Chiefs headlining Saturday night, they will be joined by an eclectic and celebratory lineup led by Sunday night headliners Levellers, and a packed weekend of live music marking Wychwood’s biggest evolution to date. Among today’s announcement are a host of acclaimed artists including Feeder, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Boney M, The Pigeon Detectives, Newton Faulkner and Chesney Hawkes, alongside an expertly curated mix of festival favourites, rising talent and joyful curveballs that have become synonymous with the Wychwood experience.
Plus, for the first time in the festival’s history, Wychwood will open its gates on Thursday for those looking to expand their weekend to four days of live music and camping, and will increase the overall capacity of the festival in line with growing demand in recent years. Thursday night at the racecourse will be headlined by Dutty Moonshine Big Band and signals the start of an extended anniversary celebration. With the Friday night headliner and more names still to be revealed, this year is already shaping up to be one for the books.
Sunday night headliners Levellers bring four decades of genre-defying folk punk anthems to the Prestbury Hills, promising a powerful and unifying close to the weekend. Across the bill, Feeder return with their era-defining catalogue of alternative classics, while Sophie Ellis-Bextor delivers her signature disco-pop euphoria. Disco legends Boney M are set to bring pure party energy, with crowd favourites The Pigeon Detectives, Newton Faulkner and Chesney Hawkes adding unique singalong moments across the weekend.
Elsewhere a wide array of some of the most respected groups come together, with the likes of The South, The Subways, Dub Pistols, The Wedding Present and Tankus, coupled alongside a hand-picked roster of the most exciting newcomers, including Adult DVD, Elles Bailey, Pale Blue Eyes, Bloodworm, Hunny Buzz, Pia Rose and more. Always championing local talent, this year Wychwood welcomes a Cheltenham-based modern alternative rock band, Nuns of the Tundra. Firmly on the rise right now, the band’s debut album rocketed into the top 10 of the Official UK Album Chart, and they were interviewed on stage by Justin Hawkins of The Darkness during his recent show at Cheltenham Town Hall.
Adding to the celebratory edition of the UK’s fast-growing family-friendly weekender will be a selection of festival favourite moments. The UK’s #1 Shrek musical tribute The Ogretones, Shaun Williamson’s Barrioke, and Taskmaster creator Alex Horne’s The Horne Section are all confirmed for Wychwood 2026, alongside James B Partridge Primary School Bangers, Hip Hop Karaoke, 3 Daft Monkeys, Mr B Gentleman Rhymer, The X & Y, Witney Soul Club and of course local Wychwood stalwarts Thrill Collins, keeping festival spirits suitably high from start to finish.
Renowned for its popular Comedy tent, Wychwood unveils close to 20 of the best stand up talents today, guaranteeing laugh out loud moments a plenty. The unofficial German Comedy Ambassador to the UK Henning Wehn leads the charge, as seen regularly on Have I Got News For You, Would I Lie To You?, 8 Out of 10 Cats, and QI, alongside seasoned performers Patrick Monahan, Javier Jarquin, Jonny Awsum, Duncan Oakley and many more.
Fresh from being crowned Family Festival of the Year at the UK Festival Awards 2025, Wychwood continues to set the standard for inclusive festival experiences. Thousands flock from around the UK in growing numbers each year, and it’s no wonder with the hundreds of family-friendly activities, arts, comedy, children’s literature and workshops laid out across the weekend at The Village Green and beyond – plus it’s free for under 10’s!
Taking place beneath the beautiful Prestbury Hills at Cheltenham Racecourse, Wychwood marks the very first weekend of the summer festival season and has become a treasured tradition for families and music lovers alike.
Festival Director Graeme Merifield said: “Reaching our 20th anniversary is a huge moment for Wychwood, and this lineup reflects everything we love about the festival. Opening on Thursday for the first time and expanding to four days feels like the perfect way to extend the good times and offer more to our incredible community. This year we wanted to bring some big names to the bill to show the ambition of where we’re heading, whilst also marking this momentous anniversary year with some friends who have played an important part of our journey from the start, and will ignite those cherished memories in the crowd for so many. From Kaiser Chiefs’ anticipated debut to one of our most-loved and requested headliners of all time, Levellers, 2026 is shaping up to be our most exciting year yet – and there’s even more still to come!”
With the Friday night headliner and more artists, comedy, arts and family programming being revealed soon, Wychwood Festival 2026 promises a truly special anniversary celebration.
The 20th edition of Wychwood Festival takes place 29th to 31st May 2026 at Cheltenham Racecourse, Gloucestershire. Thursday entry tickets are available for £30. Pre-sale opens Monday 9th February at 6pm, with general tickets on sale Tuesday 10th February at 10am via www.wychwoodfestival.com
Levellers said: “Great to be back at Wychwood! We’ve played here many times before – many memorable, high energy shows. Good old school festival vibes … It’s Levs first festival of 2026 – so of course we can’t wait!”
Kaiser Chiefs’ Ricky Wilson said: “Really looking forward to playing Wychwood next summer. Any festival that puts us top of the bill must have excellent taste so it bodes well. The summer is when we thrive, we are good at festivals and if you haven’t seen us before it’s a strong recommend. If you have seen us before then we hope to see you”
The Pigeon Detectives said: “We’re buzzing to be playing Wychwood Festival this year! Bring on Summer 2026!”
The Wedding Present’s David Gedge said: “The Wedding Present will be making their first-ever appearance at the Wychwood Festival this year, and that’s always very exciting. We are, first and foremost, a live band, so we love visiting new festival locations and having the opportunity to perform in them”
Barry from Eastenders said: “Hi everyone, we’re back at Wychwood Friday the 29th May at the Cheltenham Racecourse. We love it there, it must be our third or fourth time, it’s always an absolutely brilliant evening so come along and join us. You can join me on stage for a little ‘Mustang Sally’ or ‘Something Inside So Strong’. Whatever happens, come and join us at Cheltenham Racecourse, Wychwood Festival, Friday 29th May. I’ll see you there”
3 Daft Monkeys said: “We are super excited to tell you that we will be playing at the 20th Wychwood festival in 2026. We will be playing on the Friday night in May and we’re very excited because we haven’t played there for 15 years, I can’t believe it. They were one of the first festivals to book us as a young band when we first started out and we’re celebrating 25 years this year so lots of stories to tell you. We’re really excited to see you all”
James B Partridge said: “I’m extremely thrilled to announce that I’ll be playing on the main stage at Wychwood Festival on its 20th Anniversary on May 30th 2026. We will be bringing all of the Primary School Bangers and all the nostalgic vibes to Wychwood so hopefully see you there”
Elles Bailey said: “I’m delighted to be heading to Wychwood Festival. It’s a festival I’ve always dreamed of playing and I’m looking forward to bringing songs from my brand-new album and favourites from previous records – it’s gonna be so fun”
The line-up so far Kaiser Chiefs, Levellers, Sophie Ellis Bextor, Feeder, The Pigeon Detectives, Boney M, The Horne Section, The Subways, The Twang, Newton Faulkner, The South, The Wedding Present, Chesney Hawkes, James B Partridge Primary School Bangers, Elles Bailey, Dub Pistols, Dutty Moonshine Big Band, Adult DVD, Pale Blue Eyes, Nuns Of The Tundra, Bloodworm, Hunny Buzz, 3 Daft Monkeys, Tankus, The Standard, Barrioke, Fleetmac Wood, Vote Pedro, The Ogretones, Vibe Roulette, Hip Hop Karaoke, The In-Here Brothers, Taylor Swift Lauren’s Version, Thrill Collins, Mr B The Gentleman Rhymer, Elvis Lesley, The X & Y, Witney Soul Club, K-Pop Demon Hunters V Swifty Disco, Reet Stranger Things Disco
Comedy: Henning Wehn, Jonny Awsum, Card Ninja, Angie Mack, Mabel Read, Edi Johnston, Louise Leigh, Patrick Monahan, Howard Read, Andrew White, Bella Humphries, Darryl Carrington, Joe Wells, Javier Jarquin, Amelia Hamilton, Dani Johns, Sunjai Arif, Kate Martin, Duncan Oakley
Kelburn Garden Party returns in 2026 as Scotland’s fastest-growing multi-arts festival
Kelburn Garden Party, photo credit: Recompose
Kelburn Garden Party returns this July to the enchanted grounds of Kelburn Castle, celebrating its 16th year of music, art, nature and adventure, as well as a landmark moment for Scotland’s independent festival culture.
Now officially Scotland’s second-largest camping festival, Kelburn continues to grow while still retaining the magic, intimacy, and creativity that have defined it since day one. Taking place across four unmissable days 2-6 July, Kelburn Garden Party is set beneath ancient woodlands at the foot of a spectacular Scottish glen, surrounded by waterfall plunge pools, secret pathways, and the striking painted walls of the 13th-century Kelburn Castle.
The festival will host music across 14 bespoke stages, ranging from Scotland’s premier outdoor electronic arena, the Landing Stage, to the far-flung Beech Plateau, a breathtaking venue nestled on a wooded promontory some 30 minutes’ walk up the glen. Celebrating its new charitable status, the Neverending Glen offers an immersive open-air gallery experience, featuring a record-number of installations of multidisciplinary art hidden throughout the estate’s ancient landscape. Two brand-new micro-venues will debut in 2026, rewarding curious wanderers willing to follow the paths deeper into the landscape.
In the first phase artist announcement, Kelburn’s commitment to progressive club culture and grassroots collaboration continues through a series of special stage takeovers. Edinburgh club institution Sneaky Pete’s curate Thursday on the Pyramid Stage, while the essential Glasgow party Subculture take over the Landing Stage on Friday, headlined by the pioneering French-born DJ and producer Jen Cardini and featuring a rare b4b between the beloved Subculture residents.
The same stage welcomes Headset back to curate a night of cutting edge bass music, jungle and D’nB. Award-winning rap sensation BEMZ brings his own M4 banner to Kelburn to curate the Saloon on Friday and performing live with his full band on the much-loved Viewpoint Stage, while The Skinny returns to curate the Pyramid Stage, spotlighting Scotland’s most exciting emerging artists. In a new addition for 2026, Gilded Balloon joins the programme, introducing a dedicated comedy offering to Kelburn’s expanding cultural landscape.
Further highlights include Sao Paolo’s BADSISTA’s signature blend of futuristic baile funk and electro. A true pioneer of drum & bass and jungle, Bristol legend Krust brings his classic, much-imitated sound to Kelburn, drawing on decades of influence from his work with Full Cycle, Reprazent.
Leon Vynehall pushes the boundaries of modern dance music, joins the lineup following the success of his latest album for Ninja Tune, In Daytona Yellow, alongside a reputation for standout DJ mixes across Radio 1, DJ-Kicks, Fabric Presents, and Resident Advisor. Glasgow sound-system heavyweights Mungo’s HiFi return with their bass-driven blend of reggae, dub and global collaborations, reaffirming their status as mainstays of Scotland’s club and festival culture.
Under his Quantic alias, Will Holland brings nearly two decades of soul-rich global sounds, blending live instrumentation and electronics. High-speed club innovator SHERELLE storms the lineup with her boundary-pushing, 160bpm-plus sound for her first ever Scottish festival show.
Globe-trotting producer Wallace will deliver his left-field electronic sound to Kelburn, following standout releases on Studio Barnhus, Disco Halal and Rhythm Section, and numerous appearances at Berlin’s infamous Panorama Bar.
Mercury Prize–nominated producer, composer and multi-instrumentalist Emma-Jean Thackray delivers her fearless blend of jazz, soul, pop and electronic music, following the release of her acclaimed and deeply personal album Weirdo. BBC Introducing NI Artists of the Year Huartan fuse Irish traditional song with electronic and industrial textures, reimagining Irish-language music through powerful live performances.
Edinburgh-based project Indoor Foxes, led by songwriter Martha Barr, delivers heartfelt, melody-driven pop and rock, pairing gut-honest lyrics with powerful, captivating vocals that have
quickly marked her out as a standout new voice. Following the viral success of “Mum does the washing” spoken-word artist Joshua Idehen performs his urgent, life-affirming poetry blending rhythmic narration with expansive electronic production.
Acid house purists Paranoid London bring their raw, distorted live show to the Landing Stage, channeling the genre’s underground roots into rough, jack-heavy tracks built on overdriven machines and no-frills intensity. Long-time collaborators Gerardo Delgado and Quinn Whalley have spent over a decade turning dancefloors inside out, becoming festival favourites at Glastonbury, Dekmantel, Movement and beyond.
The psychedelic electronic-pop project of Isle of Eigg songwriter Johnny Lynch, Pictish Trail delights audiences with his signature mix of wonky synths, lo-fi folk and widescreen songwriting, ahead of his forthcoming album Life Slime while London post-punk agitators Snapped Ankles bring their feral, masked live show to Kelburn, fusing experimental electronics, dance rhythms and art-rock into an exhilarating, pagan-tinged assault on the senses.
Glasgow punks SOAPBOX arrive armed with razor-sharp politics and raw energy, quickly becoming one of Scotland’s most talked-about new bands after sold-out shows, festival slots and a run of confrontational releases.
Self-styled “Mother of Afro-Rave” Toya Delazy delivers a fearless, high-energy collision of rap, rave and Afro-futurist club sounds, honed through electrifying performances across the UK festival circuit. Skye duo Valtos blur the lines between trad and electronic music, creating a euphoric, genre-defying sound inspired by folk roots, club culture and the spirit of the Highlands.
For the full first phase line-up announced please see below, with last remaining tickets on sale now here.
Supported by EventScotland’s National Events Programme, Kelburn Garden Party continues to push boundaries in Scotland’s independent festival scene, balancing world-class talent with grassroots values and a strong connection to its natural surroundings.
David Boyle, Director and Co-Festival Founder, said: “When we started The Kelburn Garden Party we were, without doubt, lacking experience and blind to the challenges ahead of us, you might say naïve, but we always had big dreams and a dogged enthusiasm to create something truly magical, full of joy and creativity. What Kelburn has become, through the vision and belief of so many incredible creatives and crew, and through the beautiful culture that has blossomed in the Kelburn community, is far beyond my wildest imaginings. Kelburn to me, and I hope to many others, has become a shimmering light in the murky waters of modern existence, a weekend of boundless joy and creative self expression, where anything can happen, dreams are forged and where we can find hope in human nature.”
Chris Knight, Kelburn’s Head Programmer says: “A huge part of Kelburn’s success and appeal has been down to our devotion to and support for Scotland’s underground clubbing, record label, radio and and independent venue community, where diverse new talent and future stars are born and nurtured. The likes of Sneaky Pete’s, Sub Club, Headset, EHFM and Bemz’s M4 Festival do the hard work all year round to maintain the health of the Scottish scene, and it is our pleasure to represent their work in 2026 via stage takeovers.”
Rebecca Edser, Head of EventScotland, said: “I’m delighted that EventScotland is supporting Kelburn Garden Party through the National Funding Programme for another year. It’s great to see the festival return with another exciting and diverse line-up. The stunning surroundings of Kelburn Castle and the natural beauty of the glen provide the perfect stage for the event, helping to encourage visitors to Ayrshire, drive the Scottish economy and showcase our world-class tourism and events offering.”
HEADLINE LIVE ACTS ANNOUNCED
BEMZ Bonfire Radicals El Buho Emma-Jean Thackray Hodge Huartan Indoor Foxes Jinje Joshua Idehen La Tromba megaTRAD Oby Onyioha & Sai Galaxy Paranoid London Pictish Trail Snapped Ankles Soapbox Solo Banton Soothsayers Tanzana The Menstrual Cramps
Toya Delazy Valtos
HEADLINE DJs ANNOUNCED
Ash Lauryn BADSISTA Cooly G Dom Servini Earthly Measures Jen Cardini Krust Leon Vynehall Mango Park Mattana Mungo’s Hi-Fi Quantic Sean Johnson Sherelle Tigerbalm Wallace
Fresh off BLOODSTOCK’s inaugural Winter Gathering, this holiday season BLOODSTOCK gifts metalheads something seriously heavy: five exclusive, newly released, pro-shot videos from GOJIRA’s earth-shaking 2025 headline performance, individually re-engineered with the band’s sound engineer to create the best and heaviest listening experience possible. Dropping across the holiday period, these live cuts capture the French titans at full power – a perfect festive binge for fans hungry for riffs.
Your essential festive viewing includes “Stranded,” the groove-driven anthem from their 2016 released Magma opus, which airs first, blazing with the ferocity that made it a modern classic. “Mea Culpa (Ah! Ça ira!),” which made waves after the band’s blistering performance during the Paris 2024 Olympic opening ceremony, drops next. “Only Pain” follows, also taken from Magma, and showcases GOJIRA’s signature blend of precision and emotional weight.
Next, the band’s crushing take on “Under The Sun,” performed earlier this year at the special Back To The Beginning celebration, delivers a bold, sludgy tribute to the iconic Black Sabbath. Finally, “The Gift Of Guilt,” the soaring, cathartic fan favourite from their 2012 critically acclaimed album L’Enfant Sauvage, wraps up the year with the kind of emotional punch only GOJIRA can deliver.
Tracks will premiere at 6pm GMT on the following dates: 19/12/25 – “Stranded”22/12/25 – “Mea Culpa (Ah! Ça ira!)”24/12/25 – “Only Pain”26/12/25 – “Under The Sun” (Black Sabbath cover)28/12/25 – “The Gift Of Guilt”
While you’re waiting for the final episodes of Stranger Things to land, don’t miss this full-blown celebration of one of the most standout headline sets in BLOODSTOCK history! Whether you’re reliving being in the pit or you’re experiencing the magic you missed for the first time, consider this your front row ticket to one of 2025’s most mind-blowing, dazzling sets.
And don’t forget! While you’re warming up the ol’ air-guitar fingers, 2026 is already calling. Looking for a Christmas present? You can still grab the final weekend tickets for the Kyrr (quiet) campsite in theticket store – all other weekend standard and VIP tickets are now sold out.A limited number of day tickets are also available.
You can also grab some stocking stuffers like a S’tan bobblehead (on sale for just £5) in themerch store.
BLOODSTOCK’s 25th anniversary is going to be truly unforgettable.
BLOODSTOCK 2026 is delighted to present RJD headliners LAMB OF GOD, SLAUGHTER TO PREVAIL, JUDAS PRIEST, and SAXON. Sophie Lancaster stage headliners will be CRYPTOPSY (None So Vile 30-year anniversary set), WEDNESDAY 13, LEPROUS, and CARPENTER BRUT. You’ll also be able to see BODY COUNT, SEPULTURA, MUNICIPAL WASTE, DEATH ANGEL, TESTAMENT, NORTHLANE, BLEED FROM WITHIN, VENDED, ORBIT CULTURE, THE SCRATCH, IMPERIAL AGE, LIFE OF AGONY, OF MICE & MEN, BIOHAZARD, 200 STAB WOUNDS, THE HELL, BLACK SPIDERS, SHINING, NEVERMORE, EVIL SCARECROW, HEAVYSAURUS, SKYND, PARTY CANNON, BATTLESNAKE, INHUMAN NATURE, KITTIE, CASTLE RAT, GRAPHIC NATURE, BOOTYARD BANDITS, EXCREMENTORY GRINDFUCKERS, HIDDEN INTENT, SELLSWORD, NECKBREAKKER, SEETHING AKIRA, HAMMER, STAMPIN GROUND, URNE, CELESTIAL SANCTUARY, THROWN INTO EXILE, VIKING SKULL, BOUND IN FEAR, IMPERIUM, FROGLORD, MUSHROOMHEAD, DREAM STATE, TRIVAX, MANTIS DEFEATS JAGUAR, BLOOD COUNTESS, GURT, OUTERGODS, FLAYED DISCIPLE, NOISEPICKER, ACID THRONE, and ALUNAH.
With many more bands & additional on site entertainment still to be announced, this will be the must-attend celebration of 2026!
For the most up to date festival information, visit the official website atbloodstock.uk.com. BLOODSTOCK 2026 will take place at Catton Park, Derbyshire on 6th – 9th August, 2026. Happy holidays from everyone at Bloodstock.
LONDON, U.K. – (Dec 3, 2025) –The UK’s largest outdoor Country, Americana and Roots festival, The Long Road, returns for a seventh year to the scenic grounds of Stanford Hall, Leicestershire over the August 2026 Bank Holiday weekend(Aug. 27 – 30). Kicking off the lineup, multi-platinum, record-breaking star Bailey Zimmerman is confirmed as the Saturday night headliner, marking his first UK performance in more than two years, following his sold-out UK and European headline run in 2024.
Celebrated as a true tastemaker event, The Long Road spotlights artists at every stage in their career, from powerhouse veterans to rising stars. With stages inspired by the places that shape country music – from front porches and dive bars, to miles across the Interstate, to the big-break main stage. The festival’s evolution sees 2026 welcoming Bailey Zimmerman, who sets the tone for the strongest line up yet with many more names to be announced.
Festival co-founder Baylen Leonard shared of the announcement: “Bailey Zimmerman is one of the most exciting live artists to emerge recently and we couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome him to The Long Road. With his trademark showmanship and immense singalong hits, his mainstage set is going to be one to remember. Bailey’s energy and TLR’s status as a must attend event for UK music fans is the perfect match!”
Beyond the music, festival-goers return to The Long Road year after year to soak up the Country lifestyle – U.S. inspired street food and American BBQ, craft beers, the Lucky Dice Classic Car & Bike show, line dancing, campfires, vintage funfair rides, the dog show and pooch parade, activities and games for families & kids, Country-oke, and more.
Friday & Sunday headliners and much more across four days and over six stages to be announced.
After a record-breaking super early bird release, the festival has launched Family Tickets for two adults and up to three children, saving over £80. Group, Saturday and remaining Early Bird tickets are available now at:https://www.thelongroad.com/tickets
“The array of artists on display at The Long Road demonstrates country music’s greatest strength: its variety.” – DIY
“The Long Road seems to be a shining beacon of hazy late summer, drenched in soulful wholesome vibes that are sure to put you at ease. It’s hard to put this festival in the context of festivals as a whole, because it feels as the tagline goes, like being ‘welcomed home’.” – Summer Festival Guide
“If you’re even half-curious about country, this is the weekend that will make you fall in love with it.” –Music News
“What sets The Long Road apart from other festivals is its warm, welcoming atmosphere. It feels like coming home—relaxed, fun, and safe” – Rock At Night
“The Long Road transports you to the States with its BBQ food, Kentucky bourbon masterclasses, a Honky-tonk bar, and an exciting line-up of country music stars.” – The Standard
“Phenomenal… The Long Road continues to cement its legacy as one of England’s premiere country music festivals” – Holler
“The Long Road delivers it all. It’s an authentic, immersive and welcoming family friendly experience” – Grazia
American Express presents BST Hyde Park is delighted to welcome Mumford & Sons back to the Great Oak Stage on Saturday 4 July 2026 – ten years since their last legendary appearance.
For a band born in West London’s grassroots music scene, this is more than a show. It’s a homecoming. They will be joined by special guest The War On Drugs, with more artists to be revealed. Tickets on sale Thursday 4 December at 10am.
Mumford & Sons have travelled the world since 2008, headlining festivals, topping charts, and collaborating with icons like Dylan, Springsteen and Neil Young. But London has always been the band’s anchor, and Hyde Park remains one of their most cherished stages.
Their upcoming album Prizefighter, arriving 13 February, was created with Aaron Dessner at Long Pond Studio and features Hozier, Gracie Abrams, Chris Stapleton and Gigi Perez. It follows RUSHMERE, their 2025 UK No. 1 album that powered a sold-out global arena tour. Mumford & Sons say: “Hyde Park is woven into our story, it’s where so many memories were made. Coming back a decade later, with all this new music, feels incredibly special. London is and always will be the band’s home. We can’t wait.”
The 2026 set will celebrate every corner of the band’s catalogue from early favourites and modern classics to brand-new songs performed for the first time. Expect one of the biggest sing-alongs Hyde Park will see all summer. AEG Presents CEO Jim King says: “Their last Hyde Park show was a milestone for BST. Having them return at this moment in their career is something we’re incredibly proud of.”
The War on Drugs have steadily emerged as one of this century’s great rock and roll synthesists, removing the gaps between the underground and the mainstream, between the obtuse and the anthemic, making records that wrestle a fractured past into a unified and engrossing present. Led by Adam Granduciel, The New Yorker called them “the best American ‘rock’ band of this decade” in support of their album, A Deeper Understanding, for which they won the 2018 Grammy for Best Rock Album and were nominated for a BRIT Award for International Group of the Year. 2020 saw the release of LIVE DRUGS, followed by 2024’s LIVE DRUGS AGAIN, featuring live interpretations of songs throughout their career, including off their 2014 breakthrough, Lost In The Dream. Co-produced by Granduciel and Shawn Everett, their fifth studio album, I Don’t Live Here Anymore, “chips away some of their hazier edges in favor of sharper melodies, broadening the borders of the meticulous yet joyously simple sound [Granduciel] has perfected” (Pitchfork, Best New Music). It landed on numerous 2021 best albums of the year lists and garnered a second GRAMMY Award nomination (Best Rock Song) and BRIT Award nomination. The band headlined Madison Square Garden in support of its release.
Previously announced 2026 BST Hyde Park headliners are country star Garth Brooks (Saturday 27 June), Pitbull on Friday 10 July, and Scottish singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi (Saturday 11 July and Sunday 12 July), with many more stars to be announced. More information can be found on www.bst-hydepark.com.
Tickets:
Amex presale begins – Thursday 27 November – 10am GMT
Artist presale begins – Monday 1 December – 10am GMT
AXS presale begins – Wednesday 3 December – 10am GMT
American Express presents BST Hyde Park announces their next major headliner for 2026; global sensations Maroon 5 make their Hyde Park debut on Friday 3 July 2026. Tickets go on general sale on Wednesday 12 November. Visit www.bst-hydepark.com.
Over the past three decades, Maroon 5 have become one of the defining pop bands of their generation, fronted by charismatic lead singer Adam Levine. Their breakthrough came with 2002’s Songs About Jane, which took off when “This Love” hit the Top 5 in 2004, followed by hits like “She Will Be Loved” and “Sunday Morning.” The band’s follow-up album It Won’t Be Soon Before Long went multi-platinum, propelled by the chart-topping “Makes Me Wonder.” Over the years, they have collaborated with major names including Christina Aguilera on the globally adored 2011 number one “Moves Like Jagger,” as well as Cardi B, Megan Thee Stallion, Kendrick Lamar, Future and many more.
Their hit-filled run includes the albums Overexposed (2012), V (2014), Red Pill Blues (2017), and JORDI (2021), producing global smashes such as “One More Night,” “Sugar,” “Girls Like You” and “Memories.” Alongside huge headline tours and collaborations, they delivered one of their most high-profile moments when they headlined the Super Bowl LIII halftime show in 2019. More than two decades on with 135 million records sold, Maroon 5 remain chart regulars, continuing to evolve their sound through R&B, pop and hip-hop influences while maintaining their status as one of modern pop’s biggest bands.
Joining them are former collaborators, the GRAMMY® nominated OneRepublic. Since their debut, the band has amassed over 5 billion Spotify streams. Their 2007 debut album Dreaming Out Loud featured the 20-million-selling single “Apologize”, a global smash that earned them a GRAMMY® nomination. This was followed by 2009’s Waking Up, with hits including “All the Right Moves,” “Secrets” and “Good Life.” In 2013, they released the platinum-certified Native, which spawned the global No. 1 single “Counting Stars.” Later albums include Oh My My (2016) and Human (2021). Their 2022 hit “I Ain’t Worried,” from Top Gun: Maverick, surpassed 3 billion streams, and in 2024 they released “I Don’t Wanna Wait” with David Guetta, alongside “Nobody (from Kaiju No.8)” and “Invincible (from Kaiju No.8).”
Their sixth album Artificial Paradise arrived with standout tracks “Hurt” and “Sink or Swim,” followed by a deluxe edition featuring collaborations with Jelly Roll and acoustic versions of their hits. Additional releases included “Chasing Paradise” with Kygo, “Tell Me” with Ikky and Karan Aujla, and a reimagined version of The Supermen Lovers’ classic “Starlight,” titled “Starlight (The Fame).” Most recently, the band released “Beautiful Colors (from Kaiju No.8)” as the ending theme for the second season of the anime series. OneRepublic will tour the UK and Europe from September through November, before heading to Australia in February 2026.
Previously announced as headliners for 2026 are Garth Brooks (Saturday 27 June), Pitbull (Friday 10 July) and Lewis Capaldi (Saturday 11 July and Sunday 12 July), with many more acts to be announced.
With Halloween around the corner, BLOODSTOCK has some early treats to share, by way of some fiendishly good bands to announce! No tricks here. Hot on the heels of the recent reveal of special guests BODY COUNT, today BLOODSTOCK can tell you another 10 bands who’ll be treading the boards at Catton Park next summer, and if you’re quick, you might just manage to snap up the last of the standard weekend tickets before the box office goblin swoops in with the giant sold out stamp.
Striding onto the Ronnie James Dio main stage on Sunday, will be the mightyBLACK LABEL SOCIETY. Led by the inimitable, master storyteller Zakk Wylde, do they need any more introduction? Warm up your necks in advance headbangers, you’ll need it. Not ones to be intimidated by that hefty gut punch, Friday sees prime deathcore dealers FIT FOR AN AUTOPSY join the bill.
The Sophie Lancaster stage is no slouch either. Thursday welcomes back Birmingham’s previous Metal 2 The Masses winners, boisterous lads MANTIS DEFEATS JAGUAR. Friday confirms sanguine-soaked black metal squad BLOOD COUNTESS and party sludge noiseniks GURT, both poised to enter the realms of BLOODSTOCK lore.
Keeping the metal heavy on Saturday, bear witness to the bleak sounds of blackened death & grind alchemists OUTERGODS. If you thought Sunday was a good day for a rest after all that, you thought wrong, because abrasive doom/punk/blues fans NOISEPICKER, stoner doomsters ALUNAH, death/thrash beasts FLAYED DISCIPLE, and Norwich doom trio ACID THRONE are fully committed to ensuring you round up your best metal weekender ever in blistering style!
There’s no time like the present to get your tickets ordered and start getting excited – head to theticket store now and be part of history at BLOODSTOCK’s silver anniversary! Wednesday early access is also available in some campsites for those who want to max out their BLOODSTOCK experience. Day tickets will go on sale at a later date. BLOODSTOCK’s 25th anniversary is going to be truly unforgettable.
BLOODSTOCK 2026 is delighted to present RJD headliners LAMB OF GOD, SLAUGHTER TO PREVAIL, JUDAS PRIEST, and SAXON. Over on the Sophie Lancaster stage, the headliners are CRYPTOPSY (None So Vile 30-year anniversary set), WEDNESDAY 13, LEPROUS, and CARPENTER BRUT.
You’ll also be able to see SEPULTURA, MUNICIPAL WASTE, DEATH ANGEL, NORTHLANE, BLEED FROM WITHIN, VENDED, ORBIT CULTURE, THE SCRATCH, IMPERIAL AGE, LIFE OF AGONY, OF MICE & MEN, BIOHAZARD, 200 STAB WOUNDS, THE HELL, BLACK SPIDERS, SHINING, NEVERMORE, EVIL SCARECROW, HEAVYSAURUS, SKYND, PARTY CANNON, BATTLESNAKE, INHUMAN NATURE, KITTIE, CASTLE RAT, GRAPHIC NATURE, BOOTYARD BANDITS, EXCREMENTORY GRINDFUCKERS, HIDDEN INTENT, SELLSWORD, NECKBREAKKER, SEETHING AKIRA, HAMMER, STAMPIN GROUND, URNE, CELESTIAL SANCTUARY, VIKING SKULL, BOUND IN FEAR, IMPERIUM, FROGLORD, MUSHROOMHEAD, DREAM STATE, and TRIVAX.
With many more bands & additional on site entertainment still to be announced, this is the must-attend celebration of 2026!
For the most up to date festival information, visit the official website atbloodstock.uk.com.
BLOODSTOCK 2026 will take place at Catton Park, Derbyshire on 6th – 9th August, 2026.
