ALL POINTS EAST 2026 - MORE ACTS ANNOUNCED TO SUPPORT TWENTY ONE PILOTS
All Points East has officially expanded the lineup for its upcoming edition, unveiling a brand-new wave of supporting acts to join UK-exclusive headliners Twenty One Pilots for their highly anticipated debut performance at Victoria Park on Sunday 30 August. Ready to bolster an already massive bill are rising powerhouses Hot Milk, Ray Bull, Witch Post, Headsend, and The Meffs.
These newly revealed artists join a stellar, previously announced roster that includes Wunderhorse, Ren, Gang Of Youths, Bbno$, Pvris, Jessie Murph, Half·alive, Nova Twins, Kid Kapichi, Noahfinnce, Honey Revenge, Dead Pony, Mouth Culture, Royal & The Serpent, Leap, Red Leather, Teen Jesus And The Jean Teasers, Artio, Emi Grace, and Reece Young. Festival goers can secure their entry by heading over to allpointseastfestival.com.
Hot Milk
The journey began in Manchester back in 2016 when Hannah Mee and Jim Shaw crossed paths. Evolving rapidly into a tightly knit creative partnership, they channeled their synergy into the birth of their widely acclaimed project, Hot Milk. Since their inception, the emo-rock duo has carved out a deeply eclectic sonic landscape within their growing discography, a feat that has earned them a dedicated global audience of over 380,000 monthly listeners. Their standout track ‘Candy Coated Lie$’ quickly cemented itself as a fan-favourite, celebrated for its raw, straight-talking lyricism and sharp, driving guitar work.
The band's full-length studio debut, A Call to the Void, garnered widespread critical acclaim from heavyweights like Kerrang!, NME, and Rock Sound, ultimately climbing to No. 40 on the UK Official Albums Chart and hitting an impressive No. 2 on the UK Rock & Metal Albums Chart. Showing no signs of slowing down, Hot Milk’s latest record, Corporation P.O.P, was heavily spotlighted by Kerrang! for fearlessly embracing “thrilling new sounds in spectacular fashion”, serving as definitive proof that the band is operating at the absolute peak of their powers.
Ray Bull
Hailing from New York, the dynamic duo of Aaron Graham and Tucker Elkins—collectively known as Ray Bull—expertly navigate complex emotional landscapes across their debut album, Please Stop Laughing. Characterised by a disarmingly upfront vulnerability, the record offers an intimate listening experience that simmers gracefully beneath a layer of soft-touch synthesisers and smooth, mellow, crooner-esque vocals. Emerging as a uniquely distinctive and refreshing presence on the contemporary scene, Ray Bull is a must-watch for fans of DJO, Blondshell, and Audrey Hobart.
Witch Project
There is a fascinatingly eerie lore surrounding Witch Project, and it extends well beyond the boundaries of their music. The transatlantic pairing of Scottish musician Dylan Fraser and American artist Alaska Reid originated completely by chance during a Charli XCX concert. Not long after their initial meeting, the two discovered a striking cosmic coincidence: they both hailed from towns sharing the exact same name, with one located in Scotland and the other in Montana.
Praised by Vogue for delivering a “spellbinding” brand of indie rock, the duo has consistently been hailed as formidable, impressive creatives in their own right. Pulling their moniker from historical 17th-century carvings discovered in England, their deeply thoughtful and provocative arrangements carry an engaging, undeniably mystic energy. For those seeking a deeper look into the ethos of Witch Project, their definitive interview with CLASH encapsulates their artistic dedication beautifully. “If nothing else does, the art lasts,” Dylan says.
Headsend
Currently being championed as Australia's definitive next breakout rock band—a title bestowed upon them by none other than Rolling Stone Australia—HEADSEND are an alternative three-piece originating from the shores of Byron Bay. Comprising brothers Kyuss and Rasmus King alongside powerhouse drummer Bon Soric, the trio has managed to spark a global impact despite holding a modest streaming footprint of 14,000 monthly listeners.
HEADSEND are actively rewriting the rules of modern guitar music, showcasing a fresh approach to the genre. Having already shared massive festival and arena stages as openers for legendary acts like AC/DC, Tool, and Wunderhorse, the trio is now locked in to bring their high-octane performance to the crowds at Victoria Park.
The Meffs
The British rock scene boasts few duos quite as adept at commanding a room as vocalist Lily Hopkins and drummer Lewis Berry. Perfect for listeners who champion the raw energy of Lambrini Girls and Amyl and the Sniffers, The Meffs are entirely unapologetic when it comes to confronting urgent social and political issues head-on.
Through hard-hitting, razor-sharp anthems like ‘Broken Britain, Broken Brains’ and ‘Clowns’, the duo turns a blistering lens directly onto the UK’s current political landscape. If you are looking for authentic noisemakers who are ready to take a shot at the establishment while simultaneously unleashing a barrage of infectious, banging tunes, The Meffs are precisely what you need.
As an incomparable creative force backed by an ever-evolving artistic vision, the GRAMMY Award-winning duo Twenty One Pilots continues to reshape the boundaries of music and alternative culture. Comprising Columbus, Ohio natives Tyler Joseph and Josh Dun, the massive act has amassed over 34 billion global streams and counting, moved well over four million concert tickets worldwide, earned a staggering collection of multi-Platinum certifications, and secured an official placement within the Guinness® Book of World Records.
On 12 September, Twenty One Pilots further solidified their legendary status with the arrival of their eighth studio album, Breach. The record launched straight to #1 on the Billboard 200 by moving 200k album equivalents, securing the title of the biggest rock debut of the decade alongside the most successful week in vinyl sales for any rock record since tracking data officially began in 1991. The monumental release marked the duo's first #1 album since 2015’s 6x-Platinum phenomenon Blurryface, a historic record that became the first album ever to achieve an RIAA Gold or Platinum certification for every individual track, a rare feat they repeated shortly thereafter with 2013's Vessel.
Furthermore, they remain members of an elite club of just 18 artists in music history to earn multiple RIAA Diamond certifications, a milestone reached via their massive global crossover hits ‘Stressed Out’ and ‘Heathens’. The band’s charting dominance continued unbroken with 2018’s Platinum-certified Trench, which yielded the GRAMMY-nominated anthem ‘Jumpsuit’, followed by the widespread success of 2021’s Scaled and Icy and 2024’s Clancy, both of which stood tall as the single largest rock debuts of their respective years. This past fall, Twenty One Pilots brought their massive stadium and amphitheatre run across North America to a triumphant close with the conclusion of THE CLANCY TOUR: BREACH 2025. Recently, the duo paid a stunning musical tribute to alt-rock royalty The White Stripes by delivering an electrifying cover of ‘Seven Nation Army’ during the 2000s icons’ formal induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a performance widely praised as a defining highlight of the entire ceremony.
The upcoming Sunday show is set to offer a paradise for the dedicated fanbase, highlighted by an All Points East exclusive Fan Premier Exhibit located directly on the festival grounds. This unique installation will display a curated selection of rare Twenty One Pilots memorabilia, including highly anticipated, never-before-seen Breach items sourced directly from the band's personal private collection, alongside interactive photo opportunities and immersive displays.
In addition, attendees can fully immerse themselves in the world of the Bandito Camp, a dedicated, community-driven space built within the heart of the festival site. Here, fans are invited to capture commemorative photos, explore various authentic camp artefacts, and form genuine connections with fellow Banditos from across the globe. To top it all off, the duo is officially transporting their iconic, headline Breach tour B-stage configuration straight to Victoria Park to ensure an unforgettable, up-close festival experience.
The addition of Twenty One Pilots rounds out a massive summer itinerary for All Points East 2026. The duo shares the spotlight with an exceptional tier of fellow headliners, including a powerhouse co-headline set from Jorja Smith and Tems on Friday 21 August, a highly anticipated performance from Lorde on Saturday 22 August, a heavy-hitting day curated by Deftones at Outbreak Fest on Sunday 23 August, and an extraordinary, consecutive two-day headline stint from Tyler, The Creator taking over Victoria Park on Friday 28 August and Saturday 29 August.
This brilliant 2026 programming follows on the heels of a landmark 2025 iteration, which saw All Points East host unforgettable headline performances from Cleo Sol, SAULT, and Chronixx (Friday 15 August), Chase & Status (Saturday 16 August), RAYE (Saturday 23 August), Barry Can’t Swim (Friday 22 August), and The Maccabees (Sunday 24 August). Music fans can look forward to even more spectacular lineup announcements coming down the pipeline very soon for the 2026 edition of the UK’s most anticipated summer festival series.
A wide array of ticketing choices including Friday tickets, Saturday tickets, specialized Group Tickets, and flexible payment plan options are readily available to purchasers. For comprehensive details regarding pricing and purchase options, head over to www.allpointseastfestival.com.
