Kicking things off is a joint headline between beloved British singer Jorja Smith and Nigerian superstar Tems. Joining them are some of the brightest names in R&B, like Wesley Joseph, DESTIN CONRAD and Sekou to name a few.
TNAM Recommends – Bellah
With a COLORS show that has amassed over 1 million views and a opening slot for Tems under her belt, Bellah is set up to be the next big name in R&B. She’s also previously collaborated with DESTIN CONRAD, so maybe we should expect a surprise duet on the day…? One can only hope.
It’s no suprise this date has already sold-out – how could it not with a headline set from Lorde? Featuring some of the best artists of the moment, from Ear to Erika de Casier to Ninajirachi to Oklou, you’d be stupid not to arrive as soon as doors open.
TNAM Recommends – ML Buch
Hailing from Copenhagen and a mainstay of the scene there, it feels like ML Buch has been the name on everyones lips for a while now. With dreamy instrumentation complimented by her smooth voice, she’s a guaranteed crowdpleaser we’d be certain to catch.
Considering everything going on in the world, it’s completely understandable if you’ve been feeling the need to scream and thrash around. Luckily for you, Outbreak 2026 seems like the perfect place to do so without looking like you’ve gone mad. With a lineup of high-energy performers including Idles, Amyl and the Sniffers and EsDeeKid, make sure you book off work on Monday.
TNAM Recommends – Deafheaven
They’ve been around for a while, but Deafheaven’s blackgaze sound is as alluring as ever. The bite of black metal meets the dreamy sensibilities of shoegaze in their 2025 album Lonely People With Power.
It’s difficult to pick names out of this Friday lineup because it’s just that good. For example, we have Ravyn Lenae and fakemink – two artist who recently went viral for their vastly different but equally engaging music. But there’s also Mariah the Scientist, Rex Orange County, Ravyn Lenae, Turnstile… just check it out for yourself.
TNAM Recommends – Sade Olutola
We’re big fans of Sade – so much so that she played our stage at TGE last month. Her Y2K inspired pop sound is incredibly catchy and the perfect thing to sway along to in the summer sun this August.
So nice they let him play twice, Tyler’s second day headlining APE features legendary performers such as Ghostface Killah and Danny Brown, as personal favourites Dijon and Faye Webster, whos more mellow sound breaks up what could be a very intense weekend.
TNAM Recommends – Dove Ellis
Gentle Jeff Buckley-esque folk singer Dove Ellis has an evident talent for songwriting, and a voice to match. He’s definitely an artist on the rise, he’s spending the summer on a bit of a crazy international festival tour with APE right near the end.
I confess, I have seen Twenty One Pilots live. It was many years ago in Birmingham during their Blurryface era. I’ve been informed much has changed since, with there being enough lore to fill a museum – which, crazily enough, there will be on-site at the festival.
TNAM Recommends – Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers
A new discovery for me, Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers (what a name) are an all female/non-binary rock band from Australia who post Heated Rivalry edits to their tracks on Instagram. The energy in their songs is infectious and I’m certain they’ll leave on Sunday with a slew of new fans.
