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Teddy Swims, Kid Kapichi, FLO and more have been announced as new names for this year’s edition of Reading & Leeds Festival.Other new acts announced who will join the bill for the annual twin-site festival include Bradley Simpson (frontman of The Vamps), Frozemode, Jessie Murph, Swim School, Dead Poet Society, The Luka State, The Oozes, Bears in Trees, ThxSoMch, Talk Show, Zino Vinci, Seb Lowe, Good Neighbours, Felix Ames and more.New acts who have been announced to perform on the brand-new Chevron stage include Jaguar, Mette, LeoStayTrill, and Efan. The new stage will also play host to late night acts at both sites, including Nathan Dawe and power ballad club night Ultimate Power, bringing tunes and singalongs to revellers.Sota, Overmono, Dr.

Reading & Leeds would look very different this year if it weren’t for grassroots music venues.As revealed in a concept poster shared by the Music Venue Trust, the festival would be missing virtually all of its 2024 artists – including headliners Liam Gallagher, Fred again.., Lana Del Rey, Catfish And The Bottlemen and Gerry Cinnamon – if it weren’t for their foundations in grassroots venues.The reimagined poster highlights how many of today’s most successful artists came up by playing smaller music venues, which continue to face indefinite closure across the UK without urgent government action and investment.“Today’s festival headliners can only sell thousands of tickets because of the essential role played by these venues in their development,” the MVT shared in a social media post today (Monday 25).“Nurtured in grassroots music venues, they built their audiences from tens to hundreds, laying the foundation for their success on the grand stages of festivals like Reading & Leeds.”Check out the bare line-up poster below.The Reading & Leeds festival lineup poster, minus any artists who launched their careers in Grassroots Music Venues….Posted by Music Venue Trust on Monday, March 25, 2024Only artists like Reneé Rapp, who started in theatre, Digga D, who rose to prominence with freestyles, and Kenny Beats, who came from a production and industry background, would remain on the bill.It’s not just the Reading & Leeds line-up that would lose most of its acts were it not for grassroots music venues.

Idles frontman Joe Talbot has spoken to NME about the prospect of the band stepping up to headline Glastonbury or Reading & Leeds in the future.The Bristol punk band released their acclaimed fifth album ‘Tangk‘ last week, ahead of a busy summer of major festivals and some of the biggest headline shows of their career. With the band tipped to have another Number One album this week, attention now turns to whether they could be the next act to graduate to topping the bill at the UK’s largest festivals.Asked about the prospect of headlining Reading & Leeds as part of this week’s NME In Conversation interview, Talbot replied: “Do I want it? It was the first and only festival I went to for six years.

Reading & Leeds have unveiled details of a huge and “groundbreaking” new stage, with The Chevron debuting at the festival this summer. Check out video above, with photos and an exclusive interview with festival boss Melvin Benn below.Speaking to NME last year, Festival Republic boss Benn teased that “stage changes” were on the way – potentially seeing an end to the two main stage format of recent years.

Reading & Leeds has submitted plans for new three-day festival in Luton this May.Festival Republic manager director Melvin Benn is applying for to stage a new event in Stockwood Park, according to Luton Today.The festival promoter, whose company is also behind festivals like Wireless, Latitude and Wilderness, has applied to the borough council for the grant of a premises licence for the event, which would take place over the spring bank holiday weekend from May 25-27.Permission is being sought for the license – which would allow live music, recorded performances – from 12pm to 11:30pm GMT on Friday, May 24 and from 9:30am to 10:30pm on Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, May 26.Organisers are also seeking permission for the sale of alcohol from 12pm to 11pm on Friday, May 24 and from 9:30am to 10:30pm GMT on Saturday, May 25 and Sunday, May 26.The local authority’s licensing panel is due to consider the application at a town hall meeting today (January 22).According to Benn’s application, the form also references a “funfair and sponsor activations” for the event, along with system sound checks ahead of each day and rehearsals on Thursday, May 23.One resident has raised concerns to the licensing service of noise disruption and anti-social behaviour around the festival site.

Reading & Leeds 2024 are now on general sale – find all the details on how to buy yours below.The legendary twin-site festival is due to return to Little John’s Farm in Reading and Bramham Park in Leeds across August Bank Holiday Weekend (21-25).Last week, organisers announced the six headliners for next year: Liam Gallagher, Lana Del Rey, Blink-182, Fred Again.., Gerry Cinnamon and Catfish & The Bottlemen. The first wave of acts was completed by Raye, Skrillex, Spiritbox and Digga D.It was later confirmed that 21 Savage, Jorja Smith and The Prodigy would also be taking to the stage at R&L ’24.

Reading & Leeds Festivals have announced the day splits for their 2024 headline acts, detailing which artists will be playing when.On Thursday (November 23), the festival announced its six headliners that will top the bill at Little John’s Farm in Reading and Bramham Park in Leeds over the Bank Holiday Weekend from August 21-25 next year.Now, they have confirmed that Liam Gallagher, Catfish & The Bottlemen and Skrillex will play on Friday at Leeds and Sunday at Reading.SUNDAY AT READING/ FRIDAY AT LEEDS

Reading & Leeds have confirmed that Liam Gallagher will be playing Oasis‘ seminal ‘Definitely Maybe’ in full when he returns to headline the festival in 2024.Gallagher was one of six headliners announced for next year’s edition of R+L earlier tonight (Thursday November 23), topping the bill alongside Lana Del Rey, Blink-182, Fred Again.., Gerry Cinnamon and Catfish & The Bottlemen, with Raye, Skrillex, Spiritbox and Digga D also confirmed to perform.With the former Oasis frontman touring to celebrate 30 years of the band’s seminal 1994 debut ‘Definitely Maybe‘ throughout the year, the festival have revealed that he will be doing the same at Reading & Leeds.As well as confirming the news on Twitter, Festival Republic boss Melvin Benn said in a statement: “The iconic Liam Gallagher will return to play an all-time classic album ‘Definitely Maybe’ – which will be a special moment indeed.”did we mention it's Definitely Maybe in full?

Reading & Leeds 2024 have been revealed: with Liam Gallagher, Lana Del Rey, Blink-182, Fred Again.., Gerry Cinnamon and Catfish & The Bottlemen set to top the bill.Returning to Little John’s Farm in Reading and Bramham Park in Leeds for Bank Holiday Weekend over August 21-25, the legendary twin-site festival has announced its first raft of huge names.Lana Del Rey and Fred Again.. will not only be making their R+L headline debuts, but also performing UK exclusive shows at the weekend.

Reading & Leeds line-up are set to be announced tonight (November 23).It has been confirmed that they will be revealed on Clara Amfo’s BBC Radio 1 Future Sounds show from 6pm GMT.Among the acts rumoured to perform are Blink-182 with fans recently speculating that they will headline the festivals over the weekend of August 23-25 in 2024.They are scheduled to perform at Belfast’s SSE Arena on August 26, followed by Dublin’s Royal Hospital Kilmainham on August 27 and the OVO Hydro in Glasgow on two nights, August 29 and 30.They currently don’t have any other gigs planned for that month, suggesting a return to R&L could be on the cards.We’ve got something for you… tune into BBC Radio 1 from 6pm TONIGHT for the exclusive

Blink-182‘s latest tour announcement has led to speculation that the trio will headline next year’s Reading & Leeds festivals.Yesterday (October 18) the pop-punk trio confirmed the new dates for their postponed live shows in Glasgow, Belfast and Dublin, which formed part of their 2023 UK and Ireland tour.They are scheduled to perform at Belfast’s SSE Arena on August 26, followed by Dublin’s Royal Hospital Kilmainham on August 27 and the OVO Hydro in Glasgow on two nights, August 29 and 30.The brief run of concerts falls on the week after Reading & Leeds 2024 is due to take place, between Wednesday August 21 and Sunday August 25. Blink-182 currently don’t have any other gigs planned for that month, suggesting a return to R&L could be on the cards.Fans on social media have picked up on the potential significance of Blink’s Ireland dates, with one writing: “That’s them nailed on for Reading next year then.” Another X/Twitter user wrote: “So we’re all in agreement that Blink are playing Reading and Leeds[?]”Someone else commented: “Blink-182 are almost definitely playing Reading and Leeds and I will absolutely be there.” Elsewhere, a fan said the group “must be” one of the twin-site festival’s headliners next summer.

NME about the success of Reading & Leeds 2023 – as well as teasing the line-up and site changes for next year’s edition of the event.This year’s twin-site festival saw massive headline performances from Foals, Sam Fender, The 1975, The Killers, Imagine Dragons and Billie Eilish, alongside sets from the likes of Sleep Token, Steve Lacy, Central Cee, Wet Leg and many more. Check out all the action as it happened in the NME liveblog.Speaking to NME backstage on the closing day at Reading, R&L boss Benn said: “I’m very pleased with how it’s gone this weekend.

86TVs, the new band of The Maccabees’ Felix and Hugo White, have spoken to NME at Reading Festival 2023 about the “perfect heartbreak” of their old band never headlining the festivals.The group – comprising the White brothers and their third brother Will (the latter formerly of mid-noughties indie band Talk Taxis and his solo project BLANc) and The Noisettes’ drummer Jamie Morrison – recently released their debut single ‘Worn Out Buildings’.Speaking to NME at this weekend’s Reading Festival, where they played a secret set on the BBC Introducing stage, they discussed their hopes for the band, their history with the festivals, and how they believed The Maccabees could have one day headlined.Asked whether they ever believed they would top the bill at the dual festivals, Felix said: “That is so heartbreaking to hear you say that, because I definitely had that [thought]. I used to keep all those yellow [line-up] posters, and the first one The Maccabees did, we were the first on the new bands tent.

Trippie Redd has cancelled his performances at this weekend’s Reading & Leeds Festivals due to illness.The news was shared today (August 25) on the festivals’ social media, where they shared a statement from the rapper.“I’m so sorry to announce that I can’t perform this weekend,” he told fans.“I was really looking forward to coming to Reading & Leeds Festivals but due to illness I have to cancel my visit to the UK. I hope to see you soon!”Reading & Leeds haven’t yet shared news of a replacement.Unfortunately we have to announce that Trippie Redd is having to cancel his performances at both Reading and Leeds due to illness.Trippie Redd’s statement: “I’m so sorry to announce that I can’t perform this weekend.

Bombay Bicycle Club have kicked off the first day of Reading & Leeds Festival 2023 with a surprise slot. Find footage and the setlist below.Launching the festival with a bang, the British indie heavyweights took to the stage for the first time in nearly ten years and broke out some of their fan favourites.The band’s surprise set was confirmed yesterday (August 24).

Reading & Leeds festival have spoken to NME about the help they’ll be offering on site this year, and how fans can access it.Returning this weekend, the twin-site festival will see headline performances from Billie Eilish, The Killers, Sam Fender, Imagine Dragons, Foals and The 1975 – with the likes of Loyle Carner, Central Cee, Wet Leg, Inhaler, Holly Humberstone, Arlo Parks, Rina Sawayama, Becky Hill and many more also appearing. Check out the full line-up and stage times here.With R&L being a first-time festival for many revellers, some may be feeling overwhelmed at concerned at the idea of being among such a huge crowd for a few days.

Sigma have spoken NME about their upcoming appearances at Reading & Leeds 2023 – where they will close out the festivals by hosting the world’s largest silent disco.The silent disco will be the first of its kind to be held at the festival – which will take place this weekend (August 25-27) – and will see the Brit-nominated duo end the three-night run with a bang as they will each hold their own DJ sets at the two sites.With an expected 60,000 at both locations, Sigma’s silent DJ set will simultaneously take place on the main stage on Sunday night of each, following performances by this year’s headliners Billie Eilish, Sam Fender, The Killers, Foals and Imagine Dragons.Speaking to NME, Sigma’s Joe Lenzie has told us about what the mammoth set means to the group, and shed insight on how he and bandmate Cam Edwards have plans to custom-tailor their show to make it their most unforgettable night yet.Lenzie: “I’m good, I’m good! Always busy… best way to be though. Lots going on.”“To be honest, we’ve actually never done a silent disco, so I don’t know what the implications of people wearing headphones are!“I’d imagine that you don’t get to feel the bass because you don’t have the massive rig, but I’ve never actually been to one, so I don’t know what the actual experience is like.

Reading & Leeds and environmental campaigners have spoken to NME about the festival’s fight against climate change – and what music fans can do to help.Returning this weekend, the twin-site festival will see headline performances from Billie Eilish, The Killers, Sam Fender, Imagine Dragons, Foals and The 1975 – with the likes of Loyle Carner, Central Cee, Wet Leg, Inhaler, Holly Humberstone, Arlo Parks, Rina Sawayama, Becky Hill and many more also appearing. Check out the full line-up and stage times here.Victoria Chapman, head of sustainability at R&L owners Live Nation, explained how the festivals were making practical efforts to stride towards their aim to a 50 per cent reduce in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, increasing renewable energy use and reducing single-use plastics – as well as spreading the green message among festival-goers.“We’re seeing the impact that artists can have at all levels of touring, and how they really inspire fans, the industry and each other towards positive change,” Chapman told NME.

Reading & Leeds festivals return this week, and speculation surrounding potential secret sets has begun.The 2023 edition of the twin-site event is due to take place at Richfield Avenue in Reading, and Bramham Park in Leeds between August 25-27. You can buy any remaining tickets here.Headlining this year’s R&L will be Billie Eilish, Sam Fender, The 1975, The Killers, Foals and Imagine Dragons.

Soft Play have returned with their ferocious new single ‘Punk’s Dead’ and announced that they will be performing sets at Reading & Leeds 2023.Back in December 2022, the duo comprising Laurie Vincent and Isaac Holman – who were formerly known as Slaves – confirmed their long-awaited return to music and announced their new name.‘Punk’s Dead’ sees the pair addressing the discourse around the decision to update their name as they channel faux-outrage on the rambunctious new track.It also features a cast of family and friends in the bridge along with an unlikely guest feature from Robbie Williams, who sings: “I love you but I disagree / this is bullshit / and I just wanted you to know / snowflake, snowflake / cherries on the woke cake / but I’ll still see you at your show.”Speaking to Jack Saunders on BBC Radio 1, Soft Play said that Williams was a fan of the band and wanted to collaborate in some way.Listen to ‘Punk’s Dead’ below.Alongside the new single announcement, Soft Play have confirmed that they will also be joining the bill at Reading & Leeds festival this year, following their recent return to the live circuit with a show at Tunbridge Wells Forum and headline slot at 2000 Trees Festival.The duo will be performing on the Festival Republic Stage at Reading on August 26 and Leeds on August 27. They will also be supporting The Prodigy on tour this autumn.Around the release of their debut album ‘Are You Satisfied?’ in 2015, the band drew criticism for its name as some described it as racially insensitive.

Reading & Leeds festivals are set to return for 2023 this week – check out the latest weather forecast for both festival sites below.The twin festivals return to Richfield Avenue and Bramham Park from August 25-27, with The 1975, Foals, Billie Eilish, The Killers, Sam Fender and Imagine Dragons all set to headline.The latest weather forecast suggests that both Reading and Leeds can expect some rain and a gentle breeze over the vast majority of the weekend.Temperatures at Reading are set to peak at 23°, while Leeds’ temperature will rise to 19°.You can check out the latest weather forecast for Reading and Leeds below (via BBC Weather).Thursday August 24: Sunny intervals and a gentle breeze, with temperatures peaking at 23° and lows of 11°.Friday August 25: Light rain and a gentle breeze, with temperatures peaking at 20° and lows of 10°.Saturday August 26: Drizzle and a gentle breeze, with temperatures peaking at 19° and lows of 11°.Sunday August 27: Light rain and a gentle breeze, with temperatures peaking at 19° and lows of 10°.A post shared by Reading & Leeds Festival (@officialrandl)Thursday August 24: Sunny intervals and a gentle breeze, with temperatures peaking at 19° and lows of 11°.Friday August 25: Light rain and a gentle breeze, with temperatures peaking at 18° and lows of 10°.Saturday August 26: Light rain showers and a moderate breeze, with temperatures peaking at 18° and lows of 10°.Sunday August 28: Drizzle and a gentle breeze, with temperatures peaking at 18° and lows of 11°.Also set to play the joint festivals are the likes of Wet Leg, Bicep, Becky Hill, Steve Lacy, Central Cee, MUNA, The Snuts and Tion Wayne.Meanwhile, Arlo Parks, Easy Life, Frank Turner, Holly Humberstone, Mimi Webb, The Amazons, Caity

Reading & Leeds 2023. Check them out below.The twin festivals return to Richfield Avenue and Bramham Park from August 25-27, with The 1975, Foals, Billie Eilish, The Killers, Sam Fender and Imagine Dragons all set to headline.The 1975 were a late addition to the line-up, replacing Lewis Capaldi at the top of the bill for a special set celebrating 10 years of their self-titled debut album.Matty Healy and co.

Reading & Leeds festivals are set to return for 2023 next week – check out the latest weather forecast for both festival sites below.The twin festivals return to Richfield Avenue and Bramham Park from August 25-27, with The 1975, Foals, Billie Eilish, The Killers, Sam Fender and Imagine Dragons all set to headline.The latest weather forecast suggests that both Reading and Leeds can expect some rain and a gentle breeze over the vast majority of the weekend.Temperatures at Reading are set to peak at 21°, while Leeds’ temperature will rise to 19°.You can check out the latest weather forecast for Reading and Leeds below (via BBC Weather).Thursday August 24: Light rain and a gentle breeze, with temperatures peaking at 21° and lows of 12°.Friday August 25: Drizzle and a gentle breeze, with temperatures peaking at 19° and lows of 11°.Saturday August 26:Drizzle and a gentle breeze, with temperatures peaking at 20° and lows of 12°.Sunday August 27: Light rain and a gentle breeze, with temperatures peaking at 19° and lows of 11°.A post shared by Reading & Leeds Festival (@officialrandl)Thursday August 24: Light rain and a gentle breeze, with temperatures peaking at 19° and lows of 11°.Friday August 25: Light rain and a gentle breeze, with temperatures peaking at 18° and lows of 12°.Saturday August 26: Light rain and a moderate breeze, with temperatures peaking at 17° and lows of 12°.Sunday August 28: Light rain and a gentle breeze, with temperatures peaking at 18° and lows of 11°.Also set to play the joint festivals are the likes of Wet Leg, Bicep, Becky Hill, Steve Lacy, Central Cee, MUNA, The Snuts and Tion Wayne.Meanwhile, Arlo Parks, Easy Life, Frank Turner, Holly Humberstone, Mimi Webb, The Amazons, Caity Baser, Sea Girls,

Reading & Leeds has banned campfires, BBQs and disposable vapes ahead of the dual festival’s return this month.The 2023 edition of the event is due to take place at Richfield Avenue in Reading, and Bramham Park in Leeds between August 25-27. You can buy any remaining tickets here.Headlining this year’s R&L will be Billie Eilish, Sam Fender, The 1975, The Killers, Foals and Imagine Dragons.

Reading & Leeds festivals have announced the comedy line-up for the Alternative Stage at the 2023 festivals – see the full list below.The twin festivals return to Richfield Avenue and Bramham Park from August 25-27, with Foals, Billie Eilish, The Killers, Sam Fender and Imagine Dragons all set to headline.The 1975 were also recently announced as last-minute headliners, replacing Lewis Capaldi who is taking a break from all live performances for the time being following his Glastonbury set to focus on his mental and physical health.Playing the Alternative Stage at Reading & Leeds next month are the likes of Joel Dommett, Russell Kane, Fern Brady, Chris Washington, Daliso Chaponda, Fern Brady, Laura Lexx, Mark Oliver, Jack Skipper, Sara Schaefer and Thanyia Moore.See the full list of new names below and buy any remaining tickets for Reading & Leeds 2023 are available here.

The 1975 will be replacing Lewis Capaldi at Reading & Leeds (August 26-27) this year, according to the band.While performing at TRNSMT festival on Sunday (July 9), frontman Matty Healy revealed mid-performance that not only will the band be taking over Lewis Capaldi’s slot at the festivals, but they will also be performing their 2013 self-titled debut album in its entirety to mark its 10th anniversary.Healy said onstage: “So, on Saturday at Reading and Sunday at Leeds in celebration of 10 years of our debut album, The 1975 will be playing that album in full in support of our good friend Lewis Capaldi. If you’ve got tickets, good for you.

Reading & Leeds festivals have added 27 new names to their line-up for 2023, with all set to perform on the BBC Introducing stage.The twin festivals return to Richfield Avenue and Bramham Park from August 25-27, with Foals, Billie Eilish, The Killers, Sam Fender and Imagine Dragons all set to headline.Names for the BBC Introducing stage at both sites have now been revealed, and include Matilda Mann, HotWax, Pixey, The Goa Express, Antony Szmierek and more.Elsewhere, Leeds have also announced the DJ line-up for their Anachronica stage.

Lewis Capaldi has announced that he will be cancelling all upcoming live shows, including his scheduled appearances at Reading & Leeds.The singer-songwriter shared the update via an Instagram post this morning, and confirmed that he will be taking time out to focus on his health.The news follows his recent set at Glastonbury 2023, in which he struggled to continue singing after his Tourettes ‘ticks’ began while he was onstage. In footage of the moment, the artist can be seen trying to persevere with the performance, and the crowd helping him by singing along.Now, the 26-year-old has confirmed that he will be cancelling all of his upcoming shows in a bid to look after his mental and physical well-being.“First of all, thank you to Glastonbury for having me, for singing along when I needed it and for all the amazing messages afterwards.

Lewis Capaldi has announced a “super intimate” Reading & Leeds warm-up show – find all the details below.The singer-songwriter, who released his second album ‘Broken By Desire To Be Heavenly Sent’ last Friday (May 19), is due to headline the Main Stage West at the dual event this August.Today (May 23), it’s been confirmed that Capaldi will play a tiny gig at The Wardrobe in Leeds on June 6 with support from James Marriott.Tickets will be available exclusively to R&L ticketholders (day or weekend) via a ballot, with all profits going to charity.You can register here now until midday BST next Tuesday (May 30). If you are successful, you’ll receive an exclusive link next week that will direct you to the ticket purchase site.

Slowthai has been removed from the line-ups for both Glastonbury and Reading & Leeds festivals, following two charges of rape.The Mercury-nominated rapper — whose real name is Tyron Frampton — was charged with two counts of rape earlier this week, and appeared before Oxfordshire Magistrates Court yesterday (May 16).As previously reported, the 28-year-old appeared by video link and only spoke to confirm his birth name, date of birth and address. He was charged with oral and vaginal penetration of a woman without her consent in Oxford in September 2021.Now, following the charges raised against him, the rapper has subtly been removed from the two of his upcoming festival appearances.Neither Slowthai or organisers at both Glastonbury and Reading & Leeds have made official announcements regarding the changes to the respective line-ups.

Reading & Leeds have added over 20 new names to this year’s festival, including Mae Stephens, Cordae and Venbee.The acts who have joined the line-up include Foushee, Ken Carson, skaiwater, Artan, Jordy, Dreya Mac, Highlyy, Mnelia, Lost Girl and Tibasko. Upsahl will also be performing at Reading only.Also set to play Reading & Leeds are Somebody’s Child, Malaki, Bilk, Mothica, Joey Valence & Brae, The Royston Club, Lauran Hibberd, Mya Craig and Fat Dog.In addition, the festival has confirmed the DJs for Leeds’ post-headliner entertainment programme, Late Night Leeds, as well as those who will be entertaining punters who arrive early on the Thursday night (August 24).

Reading & Leeds Festival have added 80 new names to their 2023 line-up including Rina Sawayama, Sleep Token and Yard Act – see the full list below.As announced in December, the festivals will return for 2023 on the weekend of August 25-27, and be headlined by Lewis Capaldi, Foals, Billie Eilish, The Killers, Sam Fender and Imagine Dragons.

You Me At Six have announced a pair of warm-up shows for the week of Reading and Leeds 2023.The band will be playing two intimate gigs before making their return to Little John’s Farm and Bramham Park. The band will be playing Leicester’s O2 Academy on August 22 and Bournemouth’s O2 Academy on August 23.Tickets will go on sale on Friday (February 17) – you can buy yours here.The Weybridge quintet’s new album ‘Truth Decay’ was released on Friday (February 10) after a two-week delay due to vinyl production issues.

Bring Me The Horizon have spoken about their storied history with Reading & Leeds festival in an interview with NME – check out the video below.The Sheffield band made their thrilling debut headline appearance at R&L last month, having first played the dual event way back in 2008.Talking to NME as part of their recent Big Read cover interview, BMTH’s Oli Sykes and Jordan Fish took us on a chronological journey through all of their Reading & Leeds visits to date.Recalling the ’08 edition of the festival, Sykes told NME: “First time we played Reading, it was probably the worst gig ever. Slipknot had pulled out for some reason, and we got asked if we wanted to go on the main stage… not to replace them but just to fill the gap.“We kind of knew it was a death sentence but we were like, “Well, we’ve gotta do it’.

Halsey has shared exclusive footage from their stellar headline sets at Reading & Leeds last weekend – as well as giving fans the chance to win signed setlists and deluxe versions of latest album, ‘If I Can’t Have Love, I Want Power’. Check out the footage and see competition details below.Despite suffering from food-poisoning at Leeds festival, Halsey emerged triumphant and then completed their victory lap with an epic and visceral five-star performance at Reading days later – headlining alongside Bring Me The Horizon, Arctic Monkeys, The 1975, Megan Thee Stallion and Dave.A post shared by NME (@nmemagazine)In an exclusive interview with NME ahead of the festival, the artist explained how their road naturally led to R+L.“The way this tour came together [means] that my performance style has evolved into a space that’s really true to the sentiment of what Reading and Leeds are as festivals,” they explain.

Mark Sutherland As the touring business continues its uneven return after nearly two years of lockdown, one major bright spot has been the famed U.K. festival sector, which came back with a bang this summer. Reading & Leeds Festival, the traditional finale to the season, took place last weekend and was completely sold out well in advance, contributing to what Festival Republic managing director Melvin Benn calls his “best year ever.” Festival Republic staged events including Wireless, Latitude, Gunnersbury Park and huge outdoor shows from the likes of Liam Gallagher, Sam Fender and George Ezra. But Reading & Leeds remains the jewel in the crown with another hugely successful year, despite one headliner, Rage Against the Machine, pulling out 10 days before the event, due to frontman Zack de la Rocha’s leg injury.