Eight songs, just eight songs. Industry acclaim, a sold out EU/UK tour and a packed out debut at Download Festival with just eight songs- even more impressive when you remember the latter took place with only two tracks out in the world. President are a bona fide sensation in the modern metalcore scene, harnessing the power of unanswered mysteries, finely tuned theatrics and a raw, honest sound.

On a chaotic Easter bank holiday weekend as Storm Dave bears down on the UK it would be a fair cop to say that 2026 festival season hasn't quite started yet. Although we may be a little while away from fields and camping (and mud) the start of April is the perfect time for the Guildhall in Portsmouth to get everyone warmed up for a summer of debauchery and play host to a few dozen raucous bands across two days and three stages.

The multi-million streaming, UK-based collective known as PRESIDENT continues to thrive at the unique crossroads of heavy music, electronic experimentation, and cinematic atmosphere. Since launching in 2025, the group has operated under a deliberate cloak of minimalism and anonymity, steadily cultivating a sense of deep intrigue with every single release and live appearance. By refusing to conform to the traditional structures of genre or identity, the members of PRESIDENT have made it clear that they prioritize artistic intent far above public image.

UK-based PRESIDENT, whose music has garnered multi-million streams, operates at a unique intersection of heavy music, electronic experimentation, and cinematic atmosphere. By refusing to conform to traditional genre structures or identity, the project prioritizes artistic intent over image. Today marks a significant milestone as PRESIDENT issues the first new music of 2026 with the single ‘ANGEL WINGS,’ a stunningly transcendent and richly layered track that represents the next step in their sonic evolution through a blend of alt-rock, industrial beats, and dynamic breakdowns.

The award-nominated independent rock and metal event Takedown Festival has today unveiled a new wave of bands for its 2026 edition. Returning to Portsmouth Guildhall on Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th April 2026, the festival once again promises two days packed with heavy music on the south coast.

Award-nominated independent rock and metal event Takedown Festival has announced ten additional acts for its highly anticipated 2026 edition, set to take over Portsmouth Guildhall on Friday 3 and Saturday 4 April 2026. The festival will once again bring two days of pure heavy music energy to the south coast.

Slam Dunk, the UK’s biggest independent rock festival, has dropped its second and final wave of artists, locking in a massive line-up for its 20th anniversary in 2026. Joining previously announced headliners Good Charlotte and Sublime, Kentucky’s hardcore heavyweights Knocked Loose lead the latest additions, alongside more than 20 new names spanning pop-punk, emo, ska, metal and beyond.

Takedown Festival - the award-nominated celebration of rock and metal - has revealed the next wave of artists for its 2026 edition, set to return to Portsmouth Guildhall on Friday 3 and Saturday 4 April.

What is it about PRESIDENT that has earned such a dedicated legion of followers right from the release of their first ever track? Certainly intrigue at their sudden and unexplained addition to the Download Festival 2025 billing, slow drip feed of teasers and choice to remain anonymous have kept interest high but as a series of tracks have slowly been revealed over the summer, intrigue has turned to immense fervour to hear more. 

Award-nominated independent rock and metal weekender Takedown Festival has today revealed the headline acts for its highly anticipated 2026 edition. Returning to Portsmouth Guildhall on Friday 3rd and Saturday 4th April 2026, the festival will once again deliver a packed weekend of heavy music on the south coast - bringing together rising stars, cult favourites, and legends of the genre.

Multi-million streaming artist PRESIDENT has unveiled his powerful and emotionally charged new single, ‘Destroy Me’. Already a standout moment from his live shows, the track offers a raw glimpse into the world of his upcoming debut EP, King of Terrors, set for release on 26 September 2025.

Mysterious new alternative band PRESIDENT have announced their debut EP titled King Of Terrors, set for release on 26 September 2025. The title, a nod to its Biblical reference, sets the tone for an EP that delves into themes of darkness, religion, and life’s ultimate creator - and equalizer: death.