Boomtown 2026 Reveals Second Wave Line-Up As Radical Redesign Takes Shape

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Boomtown Festival has unveiled the second wave of its 2026 line-up, adding over 50 new artists as the festival prepares for its boldest chapter yet: Chapter 5 – Radical Redesign.

The announcement brings a mix of headline names, rising talent, and genre-spanning performances.

Poet and performer Kae Tempest joins politically charged acts like Hak Baker, KiLLOWEN, and Songer, while experimental artists Peaches, Beardyman, Lynks, and Henge promise unforgettable moments of expression.

Rising stars include Rose Gray, now shortlisted for The BRIT Awards Critics’ Choice 2026, alongside indie favourites Panic Shack and Gurriers.

Dance music fans are also catered for, with UK garage legend DJ EZ and SBTRKT (DJ set) joining a roster of drum & bass and house innovators including A.M.C ft. Phantom, Alix Perez, S.P.Y, Ivy Lab, Lens, Kasra B2B Samurai Breaks, Ross From Friends B2B Effy, Rossi B2B Silva Bumpa, Eats Everything B2B TSHA, Trampsta, Folamour, and VTSS.

Boomtown will also host immersive takeovers, including 20 Years of Rupture, a celebration of jungle music, Fantazia Into The Woods, a nod to 90s UK rave culture, and David Rodigan pres. Ram Jam, featuring D Double E, Irah, and Hollie Cook, alongside High Focus Allstars.

These new additions join previously announced headliners Skrillex, Four Tet, Faithless, Madness, Kneecap, Scissor Sisters, Scooter, Shaggy, Ashnikko, and Eve.

Festival Creative Director Mair Morel explains the Radical Redesign theme:"Radical Redesign is more than a storyline – it’s an invitation to rethink how we live, connect, and create.

Boomtown offers a different model, rooted in community, reconnection, and collective joy."

Boomtown 2026 takes place from Wednesday 12 August to Sunday 16 August at Matterley Bowl, Hampshire, in the South Downs National Park. With over 90% of tickets already sold, remaining tickets are available at www.boomtownfair.co.uk/tickets.

The festival promises to be a landmark year, blending music, immersive experiences, and creative storytelling to deliver the most diverse and ambitious Boomtown yet.

Line-Up Highlights So Far:

Skrillex, Four Tet, Faithless, Madness, Kneecap, Scissor Sisters, Scooter, Shaggy, Ashnikko, Eve, Kae Tempest, Hak Baker, Lynks, Peaches, DJ EZ, SBTRKT, Rose Gray, Folamour, Beardyman, Panic Shack, Gurriers, Ross From Friends B2B Effy, VTSS, Eats Everything B2B TSHA, Henge, David Rodigan pres. Ram Jam, High Focus Allstars, and many more.

Tickets: www.boomtownfair.co.uk/tickets