After a ragingly successful festival in 2022 featuring headlines from the acclaimed Lewis Capaldi, Kasabian and Muse, the Isle of Wight festival is returning for another blowout year in 2023.
In this article, we take a look at what we might expect from the upcoming festival as well as some of the acts we’re most excited to see.
2023 Headliners
This year, the festival boasts headline features from Pulp, George Ezra, The Chemical Brothers and Robbie Williams. With a range of music genres covered and some of the top artists from those genres being chosen, the headliner list is unlikely to disappoint.
George Ezra headlines the festival off the back of his 2022 album ‘Gold Rush Kid’, while Robbie Williams enters the main stage having released a range of music over the past few years.
Pulp look likely to bring the energy with their English rock roots and The Chemical Brothers will provide a different sound, operating within the electronic music genre. Whatever your musical niche, whet your audial appetite this summer with some great performances from these acts.
A Stage for Newcomers
Although headliners are often the main attraction for festival-goers, there is an aspect to festivals that cannot be overlooked: the chance to check out some of the best upcoming artists before they have hit their big break. Countless individual artists and new British bands have stormed onto the music scene through festival performances, and this event is likely to host some future stars.
Amongst some excellent bands to look out for on the line-up are The Reytons, whose unique sound has already garnered some excitement in their existing fanbase. While you may feel hesitant to attend the performance of bands that you’ve never heard of, the small time investment could really be worth it. For example, if you had turned up to a quiet, ginger guy’s performance at the Latitude festival in 2006, you might have heard some songs you would have liked. That unknown performer was in fact Ed Sheeran, the global superstar that we know now way before his rise to the top of the game.
Exciting Features
Courteeners
With a unique British indie sound and some timeless summertime bangers, this band is sure to deliver a performance worth seeing and time is running out: after all, you’re not nineteen forever.
Sam Ryder
After stealing the nation’s hearts when he earned the silver spot in Eurovision 2022, Sam Ryder has made a name for himself in the music scene and is now performing over the country. Tune in to see him hit some jaw-dropping vocals.
Example
Transcending genres, Example guarantees an electric performance wherever he goes; this festival is no exception. It takes a special something to really hold a crowd in the palm of your hand, and Example has it nailed!
There are countless exciting acts that we’d love to name in this article, but the reality is that you’ll have to find out for yourself! The festival takes place in mid-June and guarantees a great weekend of good music, laughter, and a truly fun time. Get your festival on this summer!
