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Reading Festival 2024 - Friday Day Tickets in Reading,

Aug 23, 2024 at 9:30 AM  ·  Richfield Avenue Richfield Avenue

Reading Festival
Aug 23
Reading Festival
Past Concert

Festival Info

LineUp

BIG SPECIAL is a British duo from the Black Country, West Midlands, featuring Joe Hicklin and Callum Moloney. They craft intense, genre-bending music, blending punk, post-punk, soul, and hip hop with poetic lyrics. Known for exploring themes of mental health and working-class life, they gained acclaim for albums like "POSTINDUSTRIAL HOMETOWN BLUES" and "National Average". Collaborations include John Grant and Sleaford Mods.
English R&B singer Jorja Smith, from Walsall, features soulful, jazz-tinged style influenced by Amy Winehouse. Known for hits like "Blue Lights," she rose to fame collaborating with Drake on "More Life."
Formed in San Diego, pop-punk trio blink-182 achieved mainstream stardom with hits like "All the Small Things" from their multi-platinum 1999 album Enema of the State. Known for high-energy songs and humor, the band scored chart-topping albums including Take Off Your Pants and Jacket and California.
Spiritbox is a Canadian heavy metal band formed in 2017 by vocalist Courtney LaPlante and guitarist Mike Stringer. They blend metalcore, djent, and progressive metal with electronic and R&B influences. Known for hits like "Holy Roller" and their debut album "Eternal Blue", they released their second album, "Tsunami Sea", in March 2025. In 2026, Spiritbox received a Grammy nomination for "Soft Spine" and is currently touring.
Brisbane, Australia metalcore/post-hardcore band formed in 2002. Debut Severed Ties (2008) hit ARIA Top 30; Chasing Ghosts (2012) debuted at No. 1, followed by chart-toppers Let the Ocean Take Me (2014) and This Could Be Heartbreak (2016).
Denzel Curry is a rap artist known for his technical mastery and conceptually-driven albums. He launched his career with King Of The Mischievous South and later released its sequel, Volume 2, showcasing his Big Ultra and Raven Miyagi personas.
Hailing from Northern Ireland, Two Door Cinema Club is a trio featuring Alex Trimble, Sam Halliday, and Kevin Baird. Known for mixing post-punk hooks with electronic polish, they debuted with the platinum-selling album Tourist History.
Melbourne-born, LA-based G Flip is a drummer, producer, and artist known for energetic, heartfelt songs on love and heartbreak. They rose from obscurity to fame, with support from Rolling Stone and VOGUE. Their album "DRUMMER" debuted at #1 on ARIA charts, earning 6 ARIA nominations. G Flip has headlined six sold-out Australian tours and achieved success in the US with a sold-out tour.
Chinchilla, also known as British singer-rapper Daisy Bertenshaw, is celebrated for her powerful vocals and electrifying anthems. Her breakout hit "Little Girl Gone" topped Billboard's Emerging Artists chart and featured in a Netflix series. She released the trilogy EP "Ok As I Am" and has supported artists like G Flip and Justin Timberlake. She is currently touring.
Mannequin Pussy, a Philadelphia rock band, known for their cathartic tunes, blends punk and pop. Key members include Marisa Dabice and Colins Regisford. Their acclaimed third album "Patience" led to tours and their EP "Perfect." They’re celebrated for addressing despair and resilience in an unkind world.
Sota, a UK-based drum and bass artist, is celebrated for his high-energy jump-up style, blending rock influences with dynamic production. Active since 2019, he gained recognition for tracks such as "Mesmer," "Pray for Me," and "Machete." Sota earned the Best Newcomer award at the Drum&BassArena Awards and has collaborated with artists like A.M.C and Modestep. His notable releases include "Touchdown" and "Do U Feel It Now?". He is known for shaping the drum and bass sound.
Bou, an Algerian-British drum & bass DJ and producer from Manchester, is known for his high-energy blend of jump-up and rollers. His notable tracks include "Streetside," "Closer," and the chart-topping "Baddadan" with Chase & Status. An award-winning artist, Bou released a "B-Sides Mixtape" in 2025 and continues to deliver new music.
The Prodigy, formed in Braintree, England in 1990 by Liam Howlett, are electronic music pioneers. Known for their "evil rave" sound, blending big beat, breakbeat hardcore, and electronic punk, they achieved global fame with hits like "Firestarter" and "Breathe". Currently, Liam Howlett and Maxim continue to perform their explosive live shows and are preparing to release new music in 2026, honoring the legacy of late frontman Keith Flint.
Reading Festival, originating as the National Jazz Festival in 1961, evolved into the UK's longest-running popular music event. It's celebrated for its diverse genres, spanning rock, indie, hip-hop, and electronic music, consistently hosting global superstars and fostering a vibrant community of music enthusiasts.
The K’s are a four-piece indie band from Warrington, UK. Their debut album I Wonder If The World Knows? hit the UK Official Album Chart Top 3. They won Best Breakthrough Act at the 2024 Nordoff Robbins Northern Music Awards and made their Glastonbury debut.
Sim0ne is a Scottish DJ and producer from Edinburgh, based in London. She is known for high-energy sets blending house, techno, trance, and Eurodance with pop influences. Popular tracks include "Say Yes To Heaven" (Lana Del Rey remix), "Work It", and "Number One Lover". Sim0ne has played at global stages and leads her event series, club zer0. She was named BBC Radio 1's Future Star of 2024.
Neck Deep, a Welsh pop-punk band from Wrexham formed in 2012, is celebrated for high-energy performances and emotionally charged lyrics. Known for hits like "In Bloom" and "December," their albums include "Life's Not out to Get You" and their self-titled 2024 release. They earned a Kerrang! Award for Best British Newcomer and Best Live Band at the Alternative Press Music Awards, solidifying their impact on the pop-punk genre.
David Kushner, originally from Chicago and now based in Nashville, is a singer-songwriter known for his ethereal sound and storytelling. His song "Miserable Man" gained TikTok fame in 2022, while 2023's "Daylight" achieved worldwide success. Kushner is celebrated for his emotionally charged performances and continues to captivate fans with his unique style and thematic exploration in music.
Gerry Cinnamon, from a self-released debut, now fills stadiums worldwide. His second album, THE BONNY, soared to UK #1 and was 2020's third biggest seller. Known for relatable storytelling, multi-platinum hits, and breaking records with sold-out tours across UK and Ireland, including historic shows at Hampden Park.
Bad Nerves, from East London, delivers ferociously fast punk rock and power pop. Known for electrifying live shows and high-energy tracks like "Baby Drummer" and "Radio Punk," they revitalize classic rock 'n' roll. Their albums include "Bad Nerves," "Alive in London," and "Still Nervous." They have garnered praise from rock legends like Billie Joe Armstrong and toured with Royal Blood.
Confidence Man: Australian dance-pop/house act (Janet Planet, Sugar Bones + bandmates). Feel-good Donna Summer/Moroder vibe; rocked Glastonbury, Primavera, Gov Ball.

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