77 London Announces Spring Season with Damian Lazarus, Trikk, Louis Bekk, Maga b2b Sean Doron, Culoe De Song and more 

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77 London has unveiled its Spring 2026 programme which will continue the venue’s carefully curated run of late-night sessions with a strong focus on house in all its forms and melodic underground sounds. The new season builds momentum through March, April and May, with appearances from the likes of Louis Bekk, Damian Lazarus, Nick Morgan, Trikk and Maga b2b Sean Doron.

Located beneath The BoTree in Marylebone, the subterranean 550-capacity 77 London has quickly established itself as a refined space for music experiences by pairing precision sound and otherworldly visuals with tightly programmed lineups that balance established names and underground talent. 

The spring schedule begins with CIZA, Phoenix and Kidflo on Friday 6 March followed by Louis Bekk, known for his deep-house grooves, alongside Sian Owens and Johnnie Hartmann on the Saturday. The following week sees a melodic showcase from Maga b2b Sean Doron, Cici and Liv Ravden on Friday 13 March, before Crosstown Rebels label head and longtime underground maverick Damian Lazarus returns for what will be a standout session on Friday 20 March alongside Timanti. He will bring his signature blend of psychedelic house and slow-burning dancefloor storytelling to the intimate venue. Saturday 21 March sees Trikk and Julya Karma headline with support from Nowa. The following week features Novak, VidoJean and Phoenix on Saturday 28 March. 

April continues with Culoe De Song, Nicky Summers and Remixa on Saturday 4 April, followed by a Selador Records showcase on Friday 10 April with Anthony Pappa, Carina Lawrence, CIOZ, Dave Seaman, Steve Party and Tim Engelhardt, spotlighting the respected melodic house and techno imprint. The programme extends into May with Nick Morgan scheduled for Friday 1 May.

For the new season, the mezzanine will introduce an all-night food offering, serving a curated selection of easy, high-quality dishes designed to keep guests fuelled all night long. 

With its L-Acoustics sound system, refined production and musically focused identity, 77 continues to position itself as a destination for quality-led programming in central London.

This will be another unmissable few months at 77 for those who like deep grooves and immersive dance floor escapes. 

Head to 77london.com for best priced tickets.

77 Welbeck Street London, W1G 0BB

Spring 2026

March

Fri 6 Mar – CIZA, Phoenix, Kid Flo

Sat 7 Mar – Louis Bekk, Johnnie Hartmann, Sian Owen 

Fri 13 Mar – Maga b2b Sean Doron, Cici, Liv Ravden

Sat 14 Mar – Rendezvous Takeover

Fri 20 Mar – Damian Lazarus, Timanti

Sat 21 Mar – Trikk, Julya Karma, Nowa

Fri 27 Mar – DovnRobs Takeover

Sat 28 Mar – Novak, VidoJean, Pheonix

April

Sat 4 Apr – Culoe De Song, Nicky Summers, Remixia

Sun 5 April – Solana Takeover

Fri 10 Apr – Selador Records Showcase

Sat 11 April – Indigenous Takeover

Sat 18 April – RnB Slow Jams Takeover

May

Fri 1 May – Nick Morgan

Sat 2 May – Temple Tales Takeover

Friday 8 May – Grossomoddo

MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED

UNUM Festival Reveals Phase 2 Lineup for 2026

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Gerd Janson, Arapu, Franco Cinelli, Cinthie, Doudou MD, Cap, Mateo Dufour and more have been added…

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Five days and five nights of continuous music in the untouched paradise of Shëngjin, Albania just got even better.

UNUM Festival continues to build momentum for its 2026 edition with the announcement of its highly anticipated Phase 2 lineup, further cementing its position as one of the most essential dates in the global electronic music calendar and building on its success at the DJ Awards, where it was crowned Best Global Festival 2025.

Newly announced artists include Arapu, Ageless, CAP, DJ Tennis, Franco Cinelli, Gerd Janson, Prospa, Doudou MD, and Mateo Dufour and Isaac Carter adding fresh depth and dynamic range to an already standout program. A select number of special guests will still be revealed in Phase 3 in the coming months, strengthening what is set to become UNUM’s most comprehensive and forward-thinking edition to date.

Following its DJ Awards win, UNUM enters its seventh year with a rapidly growing international community and a carefully balanced blend of underground pioneers, contemporary tastemakers, and emerging talent.

The Phase 2 additions span deep minima of l, house, electro, and forward-leaning club sounds. They join an already heavyweight lineup featuring Ricardo Villalobos, Ben Klock, Raresh, Craig Richards, Cameron Jack, East End Dubs, Richy Ahmed, Dyed Soundorom, and Krystal Klear, alongside revered selectors such as Margaret Dygas, Dan Ghenacia, Praslea, Priku, Francesco Del Garda, Maher Daniel, Sahar, and Tobi Neumann.

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A Setting That Defines the Experience

Set between pine forest, mountain, and sea, UNUM’s three distinctive stages once again deliver its signature 24/7 journey:

The Pine Stage – the festival’s non-stop heartbeat, where music flows continuously beneath the forest canopy.

The Beach Stage – a sun-drenched meeting point of rhythm and coastline.

The Main Stage – anchoring the night with immersive, high-impact moments.

Among the most anticipated innovations for 2026 is a new panoramic afterparty concept overlooking the Adriatic. Hosted in a modern hilltop structure above Shëngjin and limited to just 500 guests, this intimate experience merges sunrise, architecture, and sound into what promises to be one of the festival’s most unforgettable moments.

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Tickets & Travel

Following record demand, Early Bird and Loyalty tickets are now sold out.

Tickets start at just €95, with full packages including accommodation, travel, and five days of festival access available from under €300 — offering one of Europe’s most immersive and accessible five-day music experiences.

Final tickets are selling fast.

Secure your place at unumfestival.com.

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“This is officially our fastest and biggest-selling edition to date, with more tickets sold than ever before. It’s a clear reflection of the growing demand for unique party spaces away from the usual, restrictive environments — spaces without barriers, built purely for connection and music.

UNUM has always been a party for the people — for those who value forward-thinking lineups, exceptional sound, and a truly picture-perfect setting. We can’t wait to reveal the full and final lineup, but for now we’re proud to share these latest additions and continue doing something genuinely unique with this year’s programme.”

— UNUM Festival Team

PHASE 2 A-Z

Arapu

Ben Klock

Cap

Craig Richards

Dan Andrei

Dan Ghenacia

DJ Tennis

Doudou MD

Dyed Soundorom

East End Dubs

Franco Cinelli

Francesco Del Garda

Gerd Janson

Krystal Klear

Maher Daniel

Margaret Dygas

Praslea

Priku

Prospa

Raresh

Ricardo Villalobos

Richy Ahmed

Tobi Neumann

Ageless
Alexia Glensy
Altin Boshnjaku
And:Hazel
Anitë
Anna Wall
Antares
Ares Carter

Azaad
Bobby
Cameron Jack
Cheryl
Dajku Twins
DIOSA
Fell Reis

Full Phatt
Half Pint
Harry McCanna
Indie
Isaac Carter
Jonny N’ Travis

Jordan Masters

JustJoe

Liburn

Lisbona Sisters

Maqoosa

Mar-T

Marlon Baleci

Mateo Du Four

MEAT

Miller

Pach

Rick Maia

Sahar

Sam Karam

Secret 47

Wax Material

Will Davison

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The Long Road Festival adds 25+ artists including Emmylou Harris and Josh Ross

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LONDON, U.K. – (Feb. 26, 2026) – The UK’s largest and most immersive outdoor Country, Americana and Roots festival, The Long Road, returns for a seventh year on the August 2026 Bank Holiday weekend (Aug. 27 – 30). Today’s announcement guarantees a weekend of music that spans multiple generations of artists, from legendary performers to the emerging artists and innovative new voices shaping country, Americana and roots.

The iconic, 14-time GRAMMY winner Emmylou Harris will bring timeless Americana as she wraps her lauded ‘European Farewell Tour’ at the festival, while breakout Canadian country sensation Josh Ross is set to keep the energy high, known for his chart-topping, radio-ready hits such as the genre-bending collaboration with Akon on their countrified version of ‘Na Na Na’.

They join the previously announced, multi-platinum, record-breaking Saturday night headliner Bailey Zimmerman, marking his first UK performance in more than two years, following his sold-out UK and European headline run in 2024.

Taking place on the scenic grounds of Stanford Hall in Leicestershire, The Long Road’s lineup continues with fan favourites and touring icons ready to deliver unforgettable performances. Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame member and multiple GRAMMY winning legend Jim Lauderdale is set to perform highlights from a decades-spanning career to the festival stage for the first time. Adding a touch of indie grit, Shakey Graves is sure to light up the crowd with his signature sound, while heartfelt storytellers The Felice Brothers bring a mix of emotion and edge. Expect Southern soul meets roots rock with Uncle Lucius, tight harmonies from acclaimed acoustic-led songwriter duo Striking Matches, cinematic folk-pop flows from Oliver Hazard, and sing-along energy from the “happiest band on Earth,” beach folk band The 502s.

Celebrated as a true tastemaker event, The Long Road has built a reputation for spotlighting artists at every stage in their career, from powerhouse veterans to rising stars. With each of its six stages inspired by the places that shape country music throughout an artist’s journey – from front porches and dive bars, to miles across the Interstate, to the big-break Rhinestone stage – festival-goers can uncover talent across multiple stages.

Experience storytelling from Zandi Holup and Sarah Jane Scouten, the high-energy country of Jason Scott & The High Heat and Horsebath, and UK roots revival with The Hanging Stars and the gentle harmonies of Trevor Moss & Hannah-Lou. Keep an ear out for rising stars Mia Kelly, Lily Fitts, Noah James, and Slow Motion Cowboys, all set to bring fresh energy and unforgettable performances to the festival, across a number of stages including takeovers hosted by partners Loose Music and Country & Americana powerhouse label Snakefarm Records.

A dedication to championing British artists continues this year, with Kezia Gill, Rose Betts, Trevor Moss & Hannah-Lou and Liam Price set to take the stage; Price was the winner of the festival’s inaugural Homegrown Talent Contest in 2025, which will take place again at this year’s festival to showcase the current crop of new artists. Applications for the 2026 contest will launch in the spring, with further information to follow. 

Beyond the music, and an environment designed to allow the audience to immerse themselves in the country lifestyle for a few days, The Long Road is levelling up its culinary offering even further this year with the debut of a full-scale, on-site restaurant – the Red Dog Saloon Texas-style BBQ restaurant, known for its highly popular locations across London, Nottingham, Liverpool, and Southampton. For the first time, attendees will have the opportunity to secure a booking for a shared dining experience, where they can indulge in the iconic USS Oklahoma sharing platter – the legendary feast featuring a 16-hour smoked USDA brisket, St. Louis pork ribs, and smoked wings, making it an ultimate communal pit-stop for hungry festival-goers, with Gluten-free and Vegan dietary options available.

The restaurant will seamlessly integrate into the festival site, ensuring every meal is paired with the surrounding sounds and atmosphere of the event, making the food as much a part of the story as the music. By bringing quality dining experiences, curated live music, and the much-loved sense of community into one dedicated space, the festival continues to push boundaries to offer a truly multi-sensory weekend.

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.

The Long Road has solidified its reputation as one of England’s “premiere country music festivals” (Holler) by offering an “authentic, immersive and welcoming” (Grazia) experience that feels less like a typical event and more like “being ‘welcomed home’” (Summer Festival Guide). Critics praise the festival for demonstrating “country music’s greatest strength: its variety” (DIY), transporting attendees to the States with BBQ, bourbon, and a “Honky-tonk bar” (The Standard). Known for its “soulful wholesome vibes” (Summer Festival Guide) and a “relaxed, fun, and safe” atmosphere that “sets The Long Road apart” (Rock At Night), the weekend promises that if you are “even half-curious about country,” you will “fall in love with it” (Music News).

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Who is performing at The Long Road Festival 2026?

Anne Wilson ★ Bailey Zimmerman ★ Dylan Earl ★ Emmylou Harris ★ The Felice Brothers ★ Horsebath ★ Jason Scott & The High Heat ★ Jim Lauderdale ★ Josh Ross ★ Ken Pomeroy ★ Kezia Gill ★ Liam Price ★ Lily Fitts ★ Mia Kelly ★ Noah James ★ Oliver Hazard ★ Rose Betts ★ Sarah Jane Scouten ★ Shakey Graves ★ Slow Motion Cowboys ★ Striking Matches ★ The 502s ★ The Hanging Stars ★ Trevor Moss & Hanna-Lou ★ Uncle Lucius ★ Zandi Holup

How do I get tickets for The Long Road Festival 2026?

Visit thelongroad.com/tickets for day and weekend General and High Falootin’ VIP tickets, Group tickets, Family tickets – launched this year for two adults and up to three children, saving over £80 – General and Premium camping, Live-in Vehicle, Pitch & Park, and Glamping packages.

30 Years of Kiesgrube: Europe’s Longest Running Open-Air Club Unveils Full 2026 Season

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In 2026, Kiesgrube celebrates 30 years as one of Europe’s longest-standing open-air electronic music venues. Since 1996, it has operated as a weekly open-air event, a format that has allowed it to remain a constant presence on the European circuit. Three decades on, the venue has been reimagined and rebuilt, with a brand-new L-Acoustics sound system and expanded dance areas for 2026 season.

“Over the last three decades, Kiesgrube has remained independent, defined by its raw, unfiltered connection between artist and audience”, says founder Tom Preuss. “For the 30th anniversary, our intention is to protect this spirit while preparing it for the decades ahead. Not only for Düsseldorf, but for the wider European dance music community.”

There is hardly a global electronic music heavyweight who has not played Kiesgrube over the years, but the venue has never been about names alone. It’s about the feeling that has always brought like-minded people together from around the world to gather each Sunday. That is reflected in this special season to mark its 30-year anniversary from April through August, culminating in a landmark closing celebration.

The 30th anniversary season kicks off on Sunday April 19, with a Pre-Opening Open Air led by Maceo Plex. The official Opening on Friday May 01 sees global icon Peggy Gou headline alongside Dennis Cruz, while May continues at full intensity with and WhoMadeWho on May 14, followed by a heavyweight pairing of Pawsa on May 25. Early summer reaches another peak on June 14 as Black Coffee returns, joined by, before techno takes centre stage on June 21 with Amelie Lens. Late June delivers one of the most anticipated highlights of the season on June 28, as Jamie Jones and The Martinez Brothers lead an all-star showcase alongside Vintage Culture and Paco Osuna. July continues with a landmark appearance from Cocoon legend Sven Väth on July 12, and he shares the bill with Dixon B2B Jimi Jules. The early August Weekender brings Mahmut Orhan across both outdoor and indoor formats while mid-August welcomes Boris Brejcha and Andrea Oliva. The 30-year celebrations culminate on Sunday August 30 with a monumental Season Closing featuring Joseph Capriati b2b Mau P.

Located in western Germany and within reach of Cologne, Düsseldorf and the wider NRW region, it has become a cornerstone of European club culture and a place of musical immersion set within raw, natural surroundings. As part of the 30-year renovations, the venue is planning a brand new restaurant concept, a dedicated food area and upgraded digital infrastructure improvements designed to elevate the experience while keeping the club’s spirit intact. The sprawling site delivers Ibiza-inspired open-air energy with sand underfoot, green trees overhead and a dance floor to remove the usual barriers between headliner and crowd. The audio-visual setup is high-spec and high impact, and the closeness of DJ and dancers creates an intensity rarely found elsewhere.

Thirty years on, Kiesgrube remains what it has always been: a sanctuary for electronic music lovers under the sun and the stars. 

For tickets and more information head to; http://kiesgrube.net

LINE UPS

SUN APRIL 19 – Pre Opening Open Air

Maceo Plex

Marten Lou

Joëlla Jackson B2B Chris Di Perri

Onfaya

Mike Litt

FRI MAY 01  

Kiesgrube Opening Open Air 

Peggy Gou pres. Gou Talk

Peggy Gou

Dennis Cruz

More to be revealed

THU MAY 14

WhoMadeWho

  • Special Guest

Nick Curly B2B Manda MoorBelladonna

Darpat

MON MAY 25

Pawsa

Chris Stussy

  • Special Guest

Thabo

Klaudie

Ludwig

THU JUNE 04 – Fronleichnam

Gordo

  • Special Guest 

Nic Fanciulli B2B Dubfire

Somma & Yuma

Ludwig

SUN JUNE 14

Black Coffee

  • Special Guests

SAT JUNE 20 – Season Special

BUNT.

Marco Faraone

Steve Bug

SUN JUNE 21

Amelie Lens

Deborah De Luca

Negitiv

  • Special Guest

Row1

Brina Knauss

SUN JUNE 28

Jamie Jones 

The Martinez Brothers 

Vintage Culture

Paco Osuna 

Stassy

Tina Colada

SAT JULY 12

Sven Väth

Dixon B2B Jimi Jules

Jonathan Kaspar

JAMIIEJamiie

SAT AUGUST 01 – Weekender Day 1

Hugel

Sebastian Konrad

Nicole Da Silva

Isa Roos

Mr. Conery

SUN AUGUST 02 – Outdoor Weekender Day 1

Mahmut Orhan

Rivo

People Like Us

Lilya Mandre

SUN AUGUST 02 – Indoor Weekender Day 2 Night

Mahmut Orhan

  • Guests 

SUN AUGUST 16

Boris Brejcha

Andrea Oliva

Lovra

Tobi Neumann

SUN AUGUST 23

Novah

Cloudy

Negitiv

Vagabund

SUN AUGUST 30 – Season Closing

Joseph Capriati  B2B Mau P

  • Special Guest

Mau P 

A Very Special Guest 

DJ Gigola

Paola Poletto B2B Francisco Allendes

Music On Malta Announces Full Line-Up for Debut 2026 Edition

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Marco Carola’s globally recognised Music On brand is making a long-awaited debut in Malta on Saturday 1 August 2026 at the Malta Fairs & Conventions Centre. Leading the line up is the founder himself and he is joined by an expertly curated selection of artists who reflect the brand’s signature sound and forward-thinking grooves. Tickets are available now via XCEED and are moving fast, so head to https://xceed.me/en/events/channel/music-on-malta 

Marco Carola remains one of electronic music’s most respected selectors and he is joined by Dutch tastemaker Franky Rizardo, whose warm, groove-led house sound blends classic influences with modern club energy, while UK trio Mason Collective bring their infectious, bass-heavy house cuts and high-impact party ethos. 

East End Dubs adds his unmistakable deep and rolling minimal sound, Joey Daniel’s punchy, stripped-back house and techno hybrids are super fresh and Italian favourite Ilario Alicante delivers raw, driving energy rooted in techno but always shaped for the dancefloor. Rising selector Ares Carter and local star Ant Mifsud completes the bill.

The inaugural Music On Malta edition will take place at the Malta Fairs & Conventions Centre, a large-scale indoor venue that will be transformed with ambitious and high-impact production for the first time. Located in the heart of the island and well connected for both local and international visitors, the venue provides the space and infrastructure required for Music On’s trademark audiovisual experience. Add into this balmy, starry nights and sun baked days and you have the perfect setting for this much anticipated Music On debut. 

Music On Malta will deliver the brand’s hallmark high-spec production and irresistible underground sounds in a brand new location, so get your tickets before they sell out.

THE MAVERICK FESTIVAL – 2026 Line Up Announcement!

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‘A perfectly concentrated blast of Americana in a location beyond ideal’ – Spiral Earth

The UK’s first and finest Americana festival is pleased to announce its lineup for 2026. The festival will take place from Friday 3rd July to Sunday 5th, showcasing international artists from both sides of the Atlantic and beyond. The barns and fields of Easton Farm Park in rural Suffolk will once more be transformed into a festival site offering five stages indoors and out, presenting an array of music, dance and masterclasses that have been attracting festival-goers since 2008.

For the “nineteenth nervous breakdown” Maverick are pleased to announce a spectacular international lineup featuring the cream of American roots music, with Californian road dogs ROSE’S PAWN SHOP, Southern Gothic storyteller BEN DE LA COUR, everyone’s favourite fiddler CHRIS MURPHY, Canadian award-winning folk/roots master LEEROY STAGGER, Alt-Country originators WACO BROTHERS

(Jon Langford), Oregon’s cowpunk jug band SASSPARILLA, stateside space folk rockers ELECTRIC BLUE YONDER, Texan barnstormers VANDOLIERS, the queen of Oklahoma CARTER SAMPSON, Australia’s sun-soaked rock and rollers BIG WHEELS and in their only UK festival appearance, cult favourites THE JACKMORMONS (Jerry Joseph), with more names to follow.

Once again, our friends in Lafayette, Louisiana have partnered with us to bring the spicy flavours, fancy footwork and fabulous sounds of the Bayou to the farm, with music from Paul McCartney favourites THE CAJUN ROOSTERS, and accordion maestro LIL JIM with his new band CAJUN ROYALE. This year Maverick will also be partnering with Music For All, a charity dedicated to changing lives across the UK by improving access to music making.

Maverick has been at the forefront of establishing the Americana scene in the UK since before the genre was christened, co-founding the Americana Music Association UK and hosting established artists like Mary Gauthier, Justin Townes Earle, Sierra Hull and Billy Bragg whilst championing many like Yola, Larkin Poe, Brown Horse and Gwenifer Raymond early in their careers.

Grab your tickets now, come to the farm and see tomorrow’s stars of Americana today!

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BST HYDE PARK TO HOST OFFICIAL GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ TITLE ATTEMPT FOR LARGEST GATHERING OF PEOPLE WEARING BALD CAPS AT PITBULL’S HEADLINE SHOW

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American Express presents BST Hyde Park today announces that it will host an official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title attempt for the Largest gathering of people wearing bald caps during Pitbull’s headlining show on Friday 10 July. 

The idea of a world record was championed by Radio 1 Breakfast host Greg James on air. A long-time fan of Pitbull, Greg James excitedly called for the record attempt as soon as the Hyde Park show was announced. After hearing about Greg’s world record quest, Pitbull texted him to say he was keen to be involved.  

“Guinness Book of World Records, get ready for all the Bald-E’s that’ll be putting it down on July 10th at Hyde Park,” says Pitbull “Every time you put on that bald cap, you know you’re about to have the time of your lives. We appreciate the love, the commitment, and the support. More than anything, we just want to say thank you. Dale!”

The attempt builds on a phenomenon sparked by Pitbull’s devoted international fanbase, including  his recent sold-out O2 Arena shows in London where thousands of fans arrived wearing bald caps. The fan fashion tribute to the artist’s iconic look quickly went viral last year, with audiences affectionately dubbing themselves “The Bald E’s”. The movement continues across his live shows globally this year, including his upcoming European and North American I’M BACK tour dates, celebrating the larger-than-life spirit of Mr. Worldwide.

BST Hyde Park now brings this fan-led moment to its biggest stage yet, inviting audiences to take part in an official, adjudicated GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title attempt and be part of music history. Final tickets are on sale now, visit www.bst-hydepark.com

The official record comes with all-important rules, being that “all participants must wear bald caps secured firmly on the head, with hair tucked under at the front and top (hair may hang from the back),” and everyone must be together at the same time, as “all participants must be gathered together and in position simultaneously and remain so for a minimum of one minute.”

Darcey Jackson, Director of Talent at AEG Presents European Festivals says, “We’re so excited to host a [Mr] world [wide] record attempt at Pitbull’s show in BST Hyde Park – The highest number of people wearing baldcaps! We’ve broken a few world records in the past but this will really truly be the time of our lives . We cannot wait to welcome you all to Hyde Park for what will inevitably be an incredible show. Come one, come all, come bald” 

Will Munford, Adjudicator at Guinness World Records says, “We look forward to Adjudicating this record at BST Hyde Park with Pitbull. What better way to be part of something amazing than coming together with other fans to celebrate your favourite artist. Best of luck to all of those taking part on the day!”

 

For this special show on 10 July, Pitbull will be joined by special guest Kesha, with many more acts to be announced for the billing. Headliners for 2026 also include: Garth Brooks (Saturday 27 June) and Lewis Capaldi (Saturday 11 July and Sunday 12 July), Maroon 5 (Friday 3 July), Mumford & Sons (Saturday 4 July), with more to be announced.

 

Pitbull also headlines the inaugural American Express presents Roundhay Festival in Leeds on Friday 3 July, joined by Kesha and more acts to be added. Visit roundhayfestival.com.

Tickets are on sale now

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WYCHWOOD REVEALS FINAL LINEUP & MORE BIG NAMES FOR 20TH EDITION

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Wychwood Festival has added even more big names to its bumper 20th anniversary line-up today, as the much-loved family-friendly festival returns to Cheltenham Racecourse from 29th to 31st May 2026.

Craig David presents TS5 completes the line-up, joining a blockbuster headline bill where chart-topping indie icons Kaiser Chiefs will fill the racecourse with anthems on Saturday night, before Levellers bring the weekend to a legendary close on Sunday evening. Craig David’s TS5 project is the perfect high-energy addition, a dynamic and nostalgic show that seamlessly blends live vocals, MCing, and DJing. Fans can expect all his adored garage classics with old-school anthems and current hits aplenty.

Alongside the anticipated Friday headliner announcement, even more heavyweight names find their way onto Wychwood Festival’s poster today. Manchester’s Everything Everything’s live reputation precedes them, packing in everything needed for a vibrant, high-energy indie rock show, whilst Newcastle’s Maxïmo Park will be returning to Wychwood as Special Guests this year, having last played at the racecourse in 2015. Expect a run of indie hits with choruses built for singing back at full volume. These two indie legends make Sunday simply unmissable.

These exciting new additions will join an incredible array of recently announced names, including Feeder, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Boney M, The Pigeon Detectives, The Twang, Newton Faulkner, Elles Bailey, The Wedding Present, The Subways, and Chesney Hawkes, alongside an expertly curated mix of festival favourites, rising talent and joyful curveballs that have become synonymous with the Wychwood experience. 

For the first time in the festival’s history, Wychwood will open its gates on Thursday, for an additional night of music headlined by Dutty Moonshine Big Band. Speaking about this special moment, the band said: “Wychwood is up there as one of the amazing festivals on the circuit and it’s an absolute belter of an honour to headline and bring our madness to the first ever Thursday in Wychwood history.”

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 10s! 

With day splits now confirmed, ticket holders can begin to plan their movements for the weekend, ensuring they are booked and busy with all of their favourites. 

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 “For our 20th anniversary, we really had to go all out for our headliners. Craig David brings a whole new dimension to the festival for 2026 with garage and R&B hits. When followed by Kaiser Chiefs and Levellers there really is something for everyone! Adding Everything Everything and Maxïmo Park guarantees even more indie anthems over the weekend, and completes our strongest music line-up yet. Tickets are going fast and we’ve been delighted with the response to our new Thursday add-on, so with this news we are on the road to another celebratory, record-setting year at the racecourse.”

The 20th edition of Wychwood Festival takes place from 29th to 31st May 2026 at Cheltenham Racecourse, Gloucestershire. With Weekend Camping Tickets 90% Sold Out, remaining tickets are available from £144.50 via www.wychwoodfestival.com
 

GALACTICA launches Eden Ibiza residency in collaboration with Cocoricò

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Ibiza welcomes a powerful new chapter this summer as GALACTICA launches its first official island residency at Eden in San Antonio. Running from May through September, the format, which runs in collaboration with Cocoricò, brings a bold and uncompromising vision that will carve out a fresh space for hard techno on the White Isle. 

Bringing its own distinct language, community and sharply defined sonic identity, GALACTICA puts sound at the core of the experience at the world renowned Eden. The concept will showcase  hard, hypnotic and high-intensity take on techno that is deeply rooted in the contemporary European underground.

Originally conceived with Cocoricò as the first travelling Italian hard techno festival, GALACTICA has rapidly grown into one of the scene’s most recognisable brands. Since its inception, GALACTICA has built its identity by bridging established names from the Italian and international electronic scenes with a new wave of emerging artists. The project’s cosmic theme has evolved naturally into a wider cultural platform and label, and has already landed at key clubbing institutions including Nexus in Paris, E1 in London and Fabrik in Madrid. 

Now, for the first time, the concept finds a dedicated Ibiza home. The Eden residency aims to fill a clear gap on the island and create a defined space for audiences seeking a more extreme and authentic sonic experience away from mainstream trends while positioning GALACTICA as a serious new player in Ibiza’s hard techno landscape.

Located in the heart of San Antonio Bay, Eden Ibiza has spent more than two decades as a cornerstone of the island’s nightlife. Opened in 1999 and renovated in 2013, the venue is known for its inclusive ethos, forward-thinking programming and powerful technical setup. Its renowned Incubus Gold by Void sound system, widely regarded as one of the island’s finest, sits at the centre of a multi-room venue designed for fully immersive dancefloor experiences.

Having hosted influential names ranging from Pete Tong and Judge Jules through to Disclosure, Eden continues to balance heritage credibility with future-facing energy. Just moments from San Antonio’s famous sunsets, the club provides a natural bridge between daytime atmosphere and late-night intensity.
At this iconic club, the GALACTICA residency has the perfect stage – a meeting point between underground vision and high-spec production that will be the focal point for hard techno throughout summer 2026.

BLOODSTOCK & TRIVIUM premiere band’s 2025 headline set tonight at 7pm GMT

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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.

Stream it at 7pm GMT tonight on the festival’s official YouTube channel here: https://youtu.be/3WA0RbO04GU 
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)