Lytham Festival - Simple Minds & texas in Lancashire,

Formed in Wales, The Alarm is known for their energetic mix of amped-up acoustics and harmonica. Hits like “The Stand” and “Sixty Eight Guns” gained them fame. The band played live via MTV in the Spirit of '86 concert and reinvented themselves with 2004's “45 RPM” chart hit. They've faced hurdles like Mike Peters' cancer but released albums such as "Under Attack" and "Equals." Celebrated during their 30th Anniversary, they continue to impact with albums like the 2019 chart-topping "Sigma."

Cast, a Britpop band from the UK formed by John Power (ex-The La’s), are known for classic guitar-driven hits like "Alright" and "Walkaway," scoring multiple Top 10 singles and albums.