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Pitbull Headlines BST Hyde Park with Tinie Tempah and Lil Jon
Experience the electrifying lineup at BST Hyde Park featuring Pitbull, Tinie Tempah, and Lil Jon. Learn about the musical legends set to dazzle the stage and the special Guinness World Records attempt in store for fans.
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Pitbull Headlines BST Hyde Park with Tinie Tempah and Lil Jon
Experience the electrifying lineup at BST Hyde Park featuring Pitbull, Tinie Tempah, and Lil Jon. Learn about the musical legends set to dazzle the stage and the special Guinness World Records attempt in store for fans.
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Beloved UK festival Bloc hints at 2027 reunion
Founders George Hull and Alex Benson of UK festival Bloc have hinted at a 2027 reunion event after relaunching the brand as a micro-home business. The festival, known for its innovative electronic music, was a holiday park fixture in the early '10s.
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Southbank Centre Seeks Festival of Britain Memories in 75th Year
Southbank Centre is looking for memories of the 1951 Festival of Britain, a national exhibition following WWII and austerity. The event aims to showcase the achievements in arts and science of the UK.
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Kanye West to Headline Wireless Festival
Kanye West will be headlining Wireless Festival, marking his first performance in the UK. Fans are eager to see the iconic rapper take the stage for what promises to be an unforgettable event.
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Liz Hobbs brings Discovery Festival to Darlington
Former world champion water skier Liz Hobbs is bringing a new series of weekend music festivals to the UK this summer, with one taking place in Darlington. The Discovery Festival will feature music acts like Five, Marc Almond, and Ella Henderson.
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Waterlines to host 2026 John O’Groats Festival opening event
The 2026 John O’Groats Festival will kick off with a talk by Jennifer Morag Henderson on her latest work Jofrid Gunn. The event, supported by Book Trust Scotland, will take place at Waterlines on April 11.
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Reading and Leeds Festival 2026: Exciting New Additions
Pepsi MAX presents Reading & Leeds Festival unveils a star-studded lineup addition of over 60 artists for the 2026 edition, along with the announcement of the new dance stage, The Warehouse. Dive into the details of the latest lineup updates and what this means for festival-goers.
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Olivia Dean Set for Radio 1 Big Weekend 2026 Performance
Olivia Dean continues her rise as one of the UK's most exciting live performers after being announced for the BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend 2026 line-up
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BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend Reveals Huge Sunday Line-Up
The BBC has unveiled the artists set to perform on the Sunday of Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2026, with a huge mix of global stars and rising UK talent heading to Sunderland this spring.
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Where To Buy Your Download Festival Tickets 2026
Where and how to buy your Download Festival Tickets for this years event.....
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BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2026 Reveals First Line-Up Announcement
BBC Radio 1 has revealed the first wave of artists for Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2026, with dance music legends and global DJs leading the opening day of the hugely popular festival
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Beat-Herder Festival Unveils Spectacular Line-Up for 2026 Edition
Beat-Herder Festival, known for its unique DIY spirit and immersive experiences, marks its 21st year with a stellar line-up featuring Faithless, Wilkinson, Sigma, and more. Dive into the details of the festival and what attendees can expect across its diverse stages and performances.
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