Celebrated multi-arts festival Latitude has revealed even more of its stellar 2025 lineup. Taking place from 24th to 27th July in the stunning grounds of Henham Park in Suffolk, Latitude is much more than a music festival—it’s a vibrant celebration of creative expression spanning comedy, theatre, spoken word, and beyond. Today’s announcement includes the new acts added to the Alcove Stage and The Listening Post, joining headliners Sting, Snow Patrol, Fatboy Slim, Basement Jaxx, and Elbow and comedy stars Reggie Watts, Greg Davies, and Bridget Christie. Latitude 2025 promises an immersive, unforgettable experience—a diverse bill where music and the arts collide. Tickets are on sale now.
Melvin Benn, Festival Founder and Director, said, “Today’s announcements highlight Latitude Festival’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of creativity. From groundbreaking music to thought-provoking spoken word, this year’s lineup continues to showcase the festival’s commitment to diversity and innovation. The Alcove Stage remains a vital space for emerging talent, offering an intimate platform where new artists can connect with audiences and gain the recognition they deserve. Meanwhile, The Listening Post will amplify voices that challenge, inspire, and connect, and our expanded programme in The Bookshop, in collaboration with the National Poetry Centre, Martha Kearney and Faber will provide a space where poetry, prose, and performance come together.”
Somebody’s Child, Silver Gore, Olive Jones, Lyvi and Westside Cowboy also perform across the weekend. Somebody’s Child, led by Cian Godfrey, blends indie-rock with heartfelt storytelling while tackling themes of mental health and personal experience. With BBC Radio 1 support, they have sold-out shows across the UK and Ireland. London’s alt-rock duo Silver Gore, consisting of Ava Gore and Ethan P. Flynn, has made waves with their enigmatic presence and electrifying live performances. Olive Jones is a singer-songwriter and guitarist whose music blends soul, jazz, and folk into melody-driven, emotive soundscapes. Nottingham’s Lyvia mixes soulful spoken-word verses with deep lyricism, having recently completed a sold-out UK tour. Manchester’s Westside Cowboy, formed from jam sessions in drummer Paddy Murphy’s bedroom, is capturing attention with debut single, “I’ve Never Met Anyone I Thought I Could Really Love (Until I Met You).” Their fun, liberating live shows promise an unforgettable Latitude experience.
Brad Kella, winner of Channel 4 show The Piano, will perform on Latitude’s Waterfront Stage, reuniting with judge Mika, who also plays the festival. Discovered playing at Liverpool One, Kella’s journey from leaving school without GCSEs to earning a Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts scholarship has captivated audiences. Now signed to Modern Sky, Kella will launch his debut album on March 28th with a historic performance at The Beatles Story, becoming the first musician in over a decade to play John Lennon’s last piano. The album includes Eve & Frank, a tribute to his foster parents, Home to Me, an ode to Liverpool FC, and Reverie of Isolation. He’ll also support Gary Barlow on tour
Arthur Hill also brings his energetic, eclectic indie/pop sound to Latitude’s second stage, captivating his loyal fanbase. Since his debut in 2022, Arthur Hill has quickly gained recognition with his blend of charisma, comedy, and catchy tunes. His debut EP, In The Middle of Somewhere—featuring hits like “Too Much Ain’t Enough” and “Hey Arthur”—explores themes of heartbreak and humour with vibrant synth-pop melodies. His engaging stage presence makes him a must-see at this year’s festival.
Midnight Generation, Ben Ellis, and Son Mieux perform on the Second Stage. Midnight Generation, led by Fernando Mares, brings infectious disco-electronic beats and high-energy performances from northern Mexico. Ben Ellis, the Cardiff-born singer-songwriter, is known for his raw storytelling and intimate yet electrifying stage presence. Son Mieux, a seven-piece band from The Hague, delivers danceable rhythms and poignant lyrics, with platinum hits like “Tonight” and collaborations with Nile Rodgers.
The Alcove at Latitude Festival has long been a vital platform for emerging artists, helping to launch the careers of acts like Wet Leg, Catfish and the Bottlemen, and Young Fathers. This year, it continues that tradition with an exciting lineup of up-and-coming talent.
Freak Slug, led by Manchester’s Xenya Genovese, blends alt-pop with darker, experimental sounds on her debut album. The Wytches bring raw energy and chaotic sound with emotional lyrics, while VOWWS, an Australian duo based in L.A., introduces their signature “death pop” to the stage.
SISTRA, known for emotional alt-pop, will showcase tracks from The Pursuit of Feeling Fine alongside her upcoming release Between My Shoulder Blades. Neckbreakers, an electrifying punk rock band, deliver their raw, high-energy sound, while Ellur, a rising indie-pop artist, captivates with dreamy yet bold melodies. Manchester-based duo samxemma fuse maximalist electronic music with glitchy drops, and Nxdia, an Egyptian-British alt-pop artist, challenges gender norms with fierce confidence.
Irish singer-songwriter Aaron Rowe brings heartfelt, emotive music, and TTSSFU, a high-energy punk band, continues to gain traction with their debut EP. Mandrake Handshake, an alt-rock band with a dark, psychedelic sound, continues to captivate UK audiences.
Imogen & The Knife explore themes of identity through ethereal vocals and experimental sound, while Young Athena blends soul, R&B, grime, and hip-hop, earning airplay on BBC Introducing and BBC 1Xtra.
London-based duo RIP Magic blend indie rock with experimental electronics, catching the attention of Tyler, the Creator. Bold Love, formerly known as Big Love, is a Dublin-based dream-pop band gaining praise for its evocative sound. Rising indie singer-songwriter Finn Forster continues to gain recognition for his introspective style. Nadia Kadek, an emerging indie-pop star, has impressed Glastonbury audiences with her storytelling, while The Pill, a punk duo, has made a name for itself with its high-energy performances.
Latitude Festival’s comedy lineup has also got even bigger. The legendary The Comedy Store Players, featuring the original stars of Whose Line Is It Anyway?—Josie Lawrence, Richard Vranch, Neil Mullarkey, and Lee Simpson—bring their razor-sharp wit and spontaneous improv to the Theatre Arena. . Audience suggestions steer the show, ensuring no two performances are the same. Also hitting the Latitude Comedy bill is Jen Brister, a stand-up comic seen on BBC’s Live at the Apollo, QI, and Mock the Week. Known for her powerful performances and sharp observations, Jen has toured extensively with her solo shows and written a comedy memoir, The Other Mother. Olga Koch – who was nominated for Best Newcomer at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2018, Best Show at Leicester Comedy Festival in 2020, longlisted for Best Stand Up Show at the National Comedy Awards in 2021 and her show Fight won the 2022 Writer’s Guild Award for Best Radio Comedy – also joins the bill. Whether it’s quick-fire improv or personal, insightful stand-up, Latitude’s comedy lineup has something for everyone, ensuring a weekend full of laughter and unforgettable moments.
Since debuting in 2019, The Listening Post at Latitude has become a festival highlight, celebrating the power of live spoken word. This year, the stage will continue to feature a dynamic mix of poetry, prose, and bold new voices. Notable guests include Brian Bilston, ‘the Banksy of the Poetry World’ and unofficial Poet Laureate of social media,, known for his humorous verse.
Also appearing is journalist and author Maya Oppenheim, who will join Sarah McDonald, CEO of Tender, for a timely discussion on the growing gulf between young boys and girls. They will explore the impact of Andrew Tate and the manosphere and discuss how we can tackle these issues head-on, tying into themes explored in Netflix’s hit drama Adolescence, which sparked a national conversation about social media’s influence and the rise of toxic online masculinity. Oppenheim will also draw from her book, Pocket Guide to the Patriarchy, offering valuable insights into gender inequality and the cultural shifts affecting today’s youth.
The Bookshop at Latitude is thrilled to announce three major partnerships for the upcoming festival season with Martha Kearney,, The National Poetry Centre and Faber & Faber. These exciting collaborations will bring a diverse range of discussions to the festival. Full details of the programmes will be unveiled before the festival, promising a dynamic line-up of renowned authors, poets, and thought leaders.
Martha Kearney will curate a special day of nature writing events at The Bookshop on Friday, bringing together celebrated authors and nature enthusiasts to explore the connection between storytelling and the natural world. A long-time resident of Suffolk, Kearney possesses a profound love for the countryside and frequently walks at Redgrave and Lopham Fen, a wetland landscape owned by the Suffolk Wildlife Trust. After stepping down from The Today Programme last year, Kearney has focused on nature, continuing her work with BBC Radio 4 on Open Country and This Natural Life. In This Natural Life, she invites guests such as Cate Blanchett, Martin Clunes, and Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall to significant outdoor locations, where they reflect on wildlife and its impact on their lives. Kearney’s deep passion for the natural world is also evident in her television programmes, including The Wonder of Bees and The Great Butterfly Adventure, as well as her live reports from Antarctica and the Arctic for Today, covering scientists’ research in remote stations.
Martha said, “ I have been coming to Latitude for close to 20 years and love the way the festival has celebrated writing as well as music. It will be brilliant to introduce so many talented nature writers to a broader audience”
For the first time, Latitude Festival will partner with the National Poetry Centre in Leeds. The brainchild of Poet Laureate Simon Armitage, the National Poetry Centre promises to be a national hub for poetry, literacy, and learning. This visionary project will celebrate diverse voices, foster creativity, and make poetry more accessible. As part of its mission, the centre will bring poets to Latitude, taking over The Bookshop and ensuring that poetry continues to inspire, challenge, and connect generations.
Faber, one of the world’s great independent publishing houses, is taking over The Bookshop on Saturday. Founded in 1929 with poetry at its core – with T.S. Eliot as its first Poetry Editor – Faber has consistently discovered and published the finest writers in fiction, non-fiction, poetry, drama, film, and children’s books. Home to iconic authors such as Sylvia Plath, Samuel Beckett, Ted Hughes, Kae Tempest, Seamus Heaney, P.D. James, and Sally Rooney, boasting thirteen Nobel Laureates and six Booker Prize-winners, Faber’s transformative impact on the literary world endures.
The Penguin Podcast is coming to Latitude Festival with a special live episode of its series, Ask Penguin. In this live recording, the podcast will take listeners on a journey of literary discovery, with a panel of experts providing book recommendations in response to our listeners’ book dilemmas and reading requests. From bringing the magic of books to life to discovering your next page-turning read, Ask Penguin covers it all.
Comedians Amy Gledhill and Harriet Kemsley will bring their podcast Single Ladies in Your Area to the stage, exploring the challenges of dating in your 30s. Emily Buchanan will read from her acclaimed debut novel, Send Flowers, a story about grief and activism, while Sarah Lamptey and Alice Hopkins return to host, guiding audiences through a weekend of thought-provoking discussions, poetry, and live performances.
After selling out shows nationwide with JOY!, East Anglian poet Luke Wright is back with a sticky-floored celebration of the ordinary. Here, the poet conjures up a world of Tuesday lunchtimes and small town boozers in poems that burst with inventive language, with new work, Pub Grub.
Luke will also perform The Driver. Here he narrates his life from behind the wheel, taking in the ring roads, flyovers, service stations, leisure parks, motels and lay-bys of England. As he drives, he keeps an eye on the past through the rear-view mirror. Luke Wright‘s words are set to music by composer Benjamin Oliver. The music combines orchestral sonorities, at times referencing English medieval polyphony and music by Purcell and Parry, with the familiar sounds heard within the environment of a car.
Norfolk’s Patrick Barkham, a renowned natural history writer for The Guardian, will be a guest of Martha Kearney at The Bookshop. A key figure in the revitalisation of British nature writing, Patrick is the author of several acclaimed books, including The Butterfly Isles, Badgerlands, Islander, Coastlines, and Wild Child. His work has earned him a shortlisting for prestigious awards such as the Ondaatje Prize and the Wainwright Prize.