As SXSW London made its much-anticipated European debut, the festival’s sprawling program of tech, art, and music converged in Shoreditch, drawing a diverse crowd of innovators, creators, and music lovers. Among the 100+ acts lighting up the city, Gender Crisis delivered a set that captured the raw, urgent spirit of modern punk.

South by Southwest has officially arrived in the UK. For the first time in its storied history, the internationally renowned festival has landed in London, transforming Shoreditch into a week-long hub for music, film, tech and culture. Running from June 2nd to 7th, SXSW London is bringing together creatives from across the globe to share ideas, perform live, and premiere original work across hundreds of venues, screens, and stages.

The UK festival season is rapidly approaching, and with the weather picking up, we’re getting ourselves ready for an absolute belter of festivals this year. Sure, the big names will always pull the headlines, but we’re here for the acts bubbling under — the ones playing tucked-away tents and early-afternoon slots, bringing the real magic.

Reading’s back for another August Bank Holiday blowout, and the 2025 line-up is coming in strong. It’s loud, it’s loaded, and it’s got the kind of energy that turns muddy fields into chaos in the best possible way.

Latitude 2025 is back this July, taking over Henham Park once again with a line-up that’s looking genuinely exciting. Whether you’re here for the iconic headliners or to discover something new, this year’s bill has a real mix to shout about.

NOISY bought their party, vibes and energy to Brighton’s Great Escape Festival!