2027 Stage Predictions

[Ben7amin_]

1 hour ago, archiegow said:

Wondering who could be in the pool for Other Stage headliners this year - think we could see a mix of BMTH, Chems, The XX, Lorde, Bicep, Florence & The Machine, My Chemical Romance (tour depending), Fontaines D.C. (this or Pyramid headliner in 2028). Anyone else in contention? Vampire Weekend if they’re back? 
 

Was also wondering if MBV could (emphasis on could) be about especially with their shows at the end of the year. Park or Woodsies headliner would be terrific!

 Could see Chase & Status been a while since they played.  Little Simz pops up regularly so Could see her Headlining the Other stage aswell even if it's not long since sub-headline. 

 

Ghost for an outside shout.

 

Personally think VW have dropped a level not sure they be a Other or Sub anymore

 

Edited July 16, 2025 by Ben7amin_

[archiegow]

2 minutes ago, Ben7amin_ said:

 Could see Chase & Status been a while since they played.  Little Simz pops up regularly so Could see her Headlining the Other stage aswell even if it's not long since sub-headline. 

 

Personally think VW have dropped a level not sure they be a Other or Sub anymore

 

Didn’t even think about Chase & Status, definitely would make sense for a dance headliner. Simz I did also think about, could very well see her in the conversation if her arena shows do well. I wonder if there are any other potential rappers who could do headline the Other?

 

I definitely think VW probably won’t be a Pyramid sub anymore but think they could still pull a decent crowd as Other headliner. Think either there or 3rd down Pyramid next time they’re about.

[Ben7amin_]

2 minutes ago, archiegow said:

Didn’t even think about Chase & Status, definitely would make sense for a dance headliner. Simz I did also think about, could very well see her in the conversation if her arena shows do well. I wonder if there are any other potential rappers who could do headline the Other?

 

I definitely think VW probably won’t be a Pyramid sub anymore but think they could still pull a decent crowd as Other headliner. Think either there or 3rd down Pyramid next time they’re about.

 

Might be harsh but Stormzy? Might me to obvious a step down but he hasn't pushed on IMO.  Probably more likely to be a secret set on Pyramid though I guess. 

 

JHus maybe? 

[archiegow]

7 minutes ago, Ben7amin_ said:

 

Might be harsh but Stormzy? Might me to obvious a step down but he hasn't pushed on IMO.  Probably more likely to be a secret set on Pyramid though I guess. 

 

JHus maybe? 

Yeah definitely seems Stormzy’s peak was probably when he headlined. Reckon if he came back he would defo be either Pyramid sub, massive Other headliner or secret said like you say. 
 

I’ve seen J Hus predicted for the last few years but he rarely performs live (IIRC his performance at Wireless last year was his first in a few years) and it seems like despite his albums getting a lot of acclaim it hasn’t caught on much. Maybe if he releases another successful album. Wonder if an American rapper could do it? Cardi B? Doja Cat? Megan returning (could be Pyramid sub too)? Maybe even  a more established rapper like 50 Cent or Ice Cube or even Snoop Dogg/Dr. Dre?

[Skip997]

2 hours ago, Ben7amin_ said:

 

Might be harsh but Stormzy? Might me to obvious a step down but he hasn't pushed on IMO.  Probably more likely to be a secret set on Pyramid though I guess. 

 

JHus maybe? 

Seems Stormzy’s ship has sailed. IMO he was kinda lucky to get that Pyramid headline spot. Also IMO his Other Stage (sub?) was the much better set. Tried to do too much and be too clever on the Pyramid, I definitely preferred the more stripped down Other Stage performance 

[CantWaitForGlasto22]

6 hours ago, archiegow said:

Wondering who could be in the pool for Other Stage headliners this year - think we could see a mix of BMTH, Chems, The XX, Lorde, Bicep, Florence & The Machine, My Chemical Romance (tour depending), Fontaines D.C. (this or Pyramid headliner in 2028). Anyone else in contention? Vampire Weekend if they’re back? 
 

Was also wondering if MBV could (emphasis on could) be about especially with their shows at the end of the year. Park or Woodsies headliner would be terrific!

I think Vampire Weekend could definitely do it. What about Tame Impala - due a return esp after appearing with Dua Lipa last year.

[archiegow]

Weird shout but I wonder if Twenty One Pilots could show up somewhere especially with two albums in two years? Never have imagined them playing the festival (weird they didn’t play in 2016/17 or 2019) as I feel like they should be Other headliner level on paper with their popularity and frequent arena tours but not sure if they’d get that spot at the G. Other sub maybe?

[Ben7amin_]

How about Swedish House Mafia for an Other Stage Headliner? 

[archiegow]

3 hours ago, Ben7amin_ said:

How about Swedish House Mafia for an Other Stage Headliner? 

Never really thought of them at the festival, can't remember if someone said this in a different thread but they may be prioritising the paychecks and if so then probably not. Would be a cracking set though.

[Justcalledtosay]

Sabrina Carpenter. I don't rate her at all but she's got a following. An expanded Other seems perfect for her.

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6 minutes ago, Justcalledtosay said:

Sabrina Carpenter. I don't rate her at all but she's got a following. An expanded Other seems perfect for her.

 

Both Sabrina and Chappell will be Pyramid headline or nothing going forwards. If they were gonna get them in a non Pyramid headline slot it would have been this year or last year. Too big for that now.

[Justcalledtosay]

I agree on Chappell. Don't agree on SB especially if she was placed against a big Pyramid headliner.

Edited July 21, 2025 by Justcalledtosay

[CaledonianGonzo]

Not many Other Stage headliners are capable of immediately selling out two nights at BST.

[lendan]

Muse are working on a new album, would like to see them back. Incredible live

[lendan]

4 hours ago, Ben7amin_ said:

How about Swedish House Mafia for an Other Stage Headliner? 

I imagine they’d request a lot of money and hopefully the festival wouldn’t pay it! 

[VCK2]

On 15/07/2025 at 19:50, Sorcha17 said:

Friday
Pyramid - Sam Fender, Paramore, Richard Ashcroft, Becky Hill, Emeli Sande
Other - Duran Duran, Deftones
West Holts - Nia Archives
Woodsies - Young Fathers
Park - Yeah Yeah Yeahs

Saturday
Pyramid - Chappell Roan, Paolo Nutini, Judas Priest, Bastille, Tom Grennan, Natasha Bedingfield
Other - The xx, Elbow
West Holts - Run the Jewels
Woodsies - Confidence Man
Park - Alabama Shakes

Sunday
Pyramid - Oasis, Florence and the Machine, Benson Boone, Annie Lennox, Ellie Goulding
Other - Bicep, Jamie T
West Holts - The Pointer Sisters
Woodsies - The Wombats
Park - Belle & Sebastian

This one looks pretty realistic, if Oasis are still touring in '27. Can't see them not getting Fender.

[northernangel]

4 hours ago, Justcalledtosay said:

Sabrina Carpenter. I don't rate her at all but she's got a following. An expanded Other seems perfect for her.

 

She's headline or nothing now and I'm not the biggest fan. But shes also reigned her on stage antics in a bit. 

On 15/07/2025 at 19:50, Sorcha17 said:

Friday
Pyramid - Sam Fender, Paramore, Richard Ashcroft, Becky Hill, Emeli Sande
Other - Duran Duran, Deftones
West Holts - Nia Archives
Woodsies - Young Fathers
Park - Yeah Yeah Yeahs

Saturday
Pyramid - Chappell Roan, Paolo Nutini, Judas Priest, Bastille, Tom Grennan, Natasha Bedingfield
Other - The xx, Elbow
West Holts - Run the Jewels
Woodsies - Confidence Man
Park - Alabama Shakes

Sunday
Pyramid - Oasis, Florence and the Machine, Benson Boone, Annie Lennox, Ellie Goulding
Other - Bicep, Jamie T
West Holts - The Pointer Sisters
Woodsies - The Wombats
Park - Belle & Sebastian

 

That Sunday top 4 run is great, the top 4 Saturday however is a different case haha.

 

Becky Hill (won't play 4th down), Richard, Paramore, Duran Duran or YYYs would be an ace Saturday. I dont think Richard will ever do it though, there has been too many opportunities.

Edited July 21, 2025 by northernangel

[Skip997]

54 minutes ago, northernangel said:

 

Becky Hill (won't play 4th down),

After seeing her absolutely brilliant Arcadia performance this year, she should be able to demand any spot she wants 

[archiegow]

Definitely think we’ll see some names who appeared on the smaller stages this year getting promoted to the big stages - Rachel Chinouriri, Lambrini Girls, Red Rum Club and Chloe Slater I could definitely see getting prominent slots. Alessi Rose and Nieve Ella too.

[Skip997]

Doechii for Pyramid headliner 🕺💃

[Jack H]

Could Sabrina and Chappell be a sort of co headliner deal on the same night? 

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10 minutes ago, Jack H said:

Could Sabrina and Chappell be a sort of co headliner deal on the same night? 

no

[clasher]

4 hours ago, Skip997 said:

Doechii for Pyramid headliner 🕺💃

 

Would be great 60 minutes, no doubt.

[Ben7amin_]

14 hours ago, archiegow said:

Definitely think we’ll see some names who appeared on the smaller stages this year getting promoted to the big stages - Rachel Chinouriri, Lambrini Girls, Red Rum Club and Chloe Slater I could definitely see getting prominent slots. Alessi Rose and Nieve Ella too.

 

Heartworms!!!   hopefully on Woodsies! 

 

Though i think that would be 3 in a row for Lambrini Girls - how does it work with a fallow year. Normally it seems bands only do 2 in a row.  

Edited July 22, 2025 by Ben7amin_

[Ben7amin_]

2 more random suggestions on the other headliner front - 

 

Stereophonics...  Would they accept a lower billing than headliner, there defo not Pyramid siz anymore  

 

Childish Gambino - did cancel all gigs recently but 2 years is a lot of time