Reading Festival 2025 - Friday in Reading - Aug 22, 2025

Badger

3 concerts

UK electronic artist Badger has quickly risen in the Dance Music scene, known for UK Garage and Bass House. Boosted by TikTok, supported by AC Slater, and played by BBC; his hit "Backstrap" topped Beatport.

Bloc Party

18 concerts

East London band Bloc Party is known for their genre-bending sound, blending post-punk, indie rock, and electronic influences. They gained fame with 2005's "Silent Alarm," which went platinum in the UK, featuring hits like "Banquet." With albums like "A Weekend in the City" and "Intimacy," they've explored diverse styles, from dance beats to personal themes. Despite lineup changes, the band, anchored by Kele Okereke and Russell Lissack, continues to innovate. They've collaborated with notable producers and toured widely, influencing the indie scene with their dynamic musical evolution.

The Chats

13 concerts

The Chats are a Queensland pub-punk band known for their chaotic shows and viral hit "Smoko." They've toured with Cosmic Psychos and Queens of the Stone Age.

AJ Tracey

1 concert

AJ Tracey, a UK-born artist, is key in UK rap. Known for 'Ladbroke Grove,' he spans grime, drill, hip-hop, collaborating with T-Pain and Skepta. He won the Brits Billion Award for 1 billion UK streams.

Glixen

29 concerts

Glixen, a Phoenix shoegaze band, blends influences like Björk and My Bloody Valentine. Founded in 2020 by Aislinn Ritchie, they’ve toured with Interpol and DIIV. Their EP, "She Only Said," gained national attention. Produced by Jack Endino and Sonny DiPerri, they capture a modern, intense sound.

The Kooks

33 concerts

The Kooks, known for their well-crafted pop, underwent a band “renovation,” returning to the energetic spirit of their debut. For their seventh album, "Never Know," they embraced experimentation and fun, recapturing their essence and swagger.

Heartworms

6 concerts

Jojo Orme, aka Heartworms, captivates with her agit-pop style in Glutton For Punishment, a debut album full of raw emotion. Her acclaimed EP, A Comforting Notion, secured praise from The Sunday Times and more, with singles playlisted on BBC Radio 6 Music.

Chanel Yates

1 concert

Chanel Yates, a UK country artist known for honest songwriting and girl power anthems like "Big Girl Boots," shines at major festivals and tours with Alexandra Kay.

Rudimental

2 concerts

Rudimental, from East London, are a genre-bending electronic trio known for chart-topping dance hits, 5 albums, 5 billion streams, world tours, and multiple awards.