On Your Radar: Artists to not miss at Reading & Leeds Festival 2024

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Right around the corner and happening 23-25 August, the excitement is building for one of the UK’s most renowned music festivals of the year, Reading and Leeds Festivals. Joining the festival will be headliners Liam Gallagher, Lana Del Rey, Blink-182, Fred Again.., Gerry Cinnamon, and Catfish & The Bottlemen, where they are set to deliver unforgettable performances. This year’s lineup also boasts a diverse array of artists including 21 Savage, Jorja Smith, Denzel Curry, and Beabadoobee.

Tickets are still available for both locations, promising an epic weekend of music and community. Grab tickets to Reading and Leeds 2024, now!

You can always guarantee an eclectic and incredible line-up for Reading & Leeds, and here are our 5 artists to watch at Leeds Festival 2024.

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BEREN OLIVIA
Listen: “Drown It In Grey,” “She’ll Be Dancing,” “Is That What You Like Now”
Similar Artists: Gracey, Dylan, Griff
When She’s Playing: Saturday 4:35PM on the BBC Introducing Stage

You do not want to miss Beren who is set to warm up your Saturday night at Leeds on the BBC Introducing Stage! With catchy beats, relatable lyrics and an addictive voice, Beren draws comparisons to artists like Phoebe Bridgers and The 1975. Touching on themes of mental health, Beren aims to be an advocate and a friend to her audience.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_5kM_75AdA?si=x1ZZS-O6ob1EEWht


THE LAST DINNER PARTY
Listen: “Nothing Matters,” “The Feminine Urge,” “Burn Alive”
Similar Artists: Wet Leg, The Beaches, boygenius
When they’re playing: Sunday 2:30PM, Main Stage

In a world of melted candle wax, Baroque art, and elaborate feasts, London-based indie-rock band The Last Dinner Party would provide the ultimate soundtrack. Founded in 2021, this 5-piece British indie-rock band are becoming increasingly popular world wide. Adorned in lace and crafting songs of frosting and doomed romance, they’ve just released their debut album Prelude to Ecstasy.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pETz4IMmeDU?si=XwQkD8_-ccDrs5HI


RACHEL CHINOURIRI
Listen: “Never Need Me,” “It Is What It Is,” “Maybe I’m Lonely”
Similar Artists: SZA, Beabadoobee, Lizzy McAlpine
When she’s playing: Friday 7:35PM, Festival Republic Stage

With over 120 million streams to date, Rachel Chinouriri is a unique force coming to Friday nights Festival Republic Stage. This English singer-songwriter who began her career by posting songs on SoundCloud before releasing music on major streaming platforms in 2018. If alternative-indie with a twist of experimental electronic pop is your thing, check our Chinourir’s debut album, What a Devastating Turn of Events, which was released May 2024.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHDjBjnuZ1s?si=D_cpVyMmAy1Kfq7j


THE BEACHES
Listen: “Blame Brett,” “Me & Me,” “Everything is Boring”
Similar Artists: The Last Dinner Party, Dear Rouge
When they’re playing: Sunday 6:35PM, BBC Radio 1 Stage

The Beaches, hailing from Toronto, Canada, are known for their infectious live performances and authenticity have racked up millions of streams since their beginning in 2013. The all-female rock quartet blends rock, electronic and pop music together while advocating for sisterhood and friendship. Don’t miss out on this amazing performace.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h2kUX_Fmj7k?si=cSuVgbZgVPimYctC

 


MICHAEL ALDAG
Listen: “cheating,” “girlfriends,” “POLAROID”
Similar Artists: Sam Tompkins, Arthur Hill
When he’s playing: Friday 7:20PM, BBC Introducing Stage

Michael Aldag has had a rising start and is making his way on to the BBC Introducing Stage this year. He has insanely catchy lyrics and evocative melodies that will forever be stuck in your head in the best way.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fv6HvsCwV68?si=1JA8ohGU_cV99ehE

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