Pennfest with Jess Glynne, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, and more

Sophie Ellis-Bextor, a London-born pop artist, broke out in the 2000s with her disco- and '80s-synth-pop style, gaining fame with hits like "Murder on the Dancefloor" and "Groovejet." Formerly of Brit-pop band theaudience, she reached the U.K. charts' top spots with her solo albums. Known for her dance-pop sound, she has collaborated with producers like Greg Kurstin and Calvin Harris and worked with Ed Harcourt on folk-pop projects like Wanderlust. Her music remains popular, with "Murder on the Dancefloor" resurging thanks to its inclusion in films.

The Hoosiers, known for their multi-platinum debut "The Trick to Life" with hits like "Worried About Ray" and "Goodbye Mr. A," blend creativity and collaboration. Their albums showcase a journey of confidence and evolution, with "The Illusion of Safety" hitting UK charts and subsequent works reflecting renewed passion and artistic freedom.

House Gospel Choir, led by South London's Natalie Maddix, blends house and gospel with flair. Known for hits like "Salvation" and collaborations with Ella Henderson and Nile Rodgers, they deliver high-energy, culturally rich performances. Their album "RE//CHOIRED" showcases collaborations with top producers, while live shows thrill with house, gospel, and garage fusions.

Gok Wan MBE, a fashion stylist and award-winning TV presenter, is famed for "How to Look Good Naked." He hosts shows like "Say Yes to the Dress Lancashire," is a skilled cook with programs like "Gok’s Cooks Chinese", and co-founded the Golden Chopsticks Awards. Also a celebrity DJ, Wan performed at festivals and clubs across the UK and Europe, launching "Isolation Nation" during lockdown with 1 million weekly streams.