Since 1993 some of the world most distinguished musicians have been the guest directors of Meltdown festival. From John Peel through to Massive Attack, via David Bowie, Patti Smith, Morrissey and more, Meltdown has given seminal artists the chance to pick their favourite artists to play and exhibit their work at Southbank Centre.
The New York Dolls reunited for Morrissey; Jeff Buckley played his final UK show at Elvis Costello's Meltdown; Nick Cave, Grace Jones and Pete Doherty sang Disney songs with Jarvis Cocker; Patti Smith performed Horses in full for her Meltdown. This festival brings legendary artists to Southbank Centre for a very special week of one-off performances.
This year's event will be curated by Chic main man Nile Rodgers.
News
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Lou Reed joins Meltdown Festival at London's Southbank
Reed will perform a rare one-off London concert at the Royal Festival Hall on Friday 10 August. Tickets from £45.
Past & Future Events
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Meltdown
3 August - 11 August 2019 -
Meltdown
14 June - 24 June 2018 -
Meltdown
9 June - 18 June 2017 -
Meltdown
10 June - 19 June 2016 -
Meltdown
17 August - 28 August 2015 -
Meltdown Festival
14 June - 23 June 2013 -
Meltdown Festival
1 August - 12 August 2012 -
Meltdown Festival
10 June - 19 June 2011