Loopfest

Loopfest invades Staffordshire from May 1-3, 2026, establishing its territory as an eclectic festival mixing [indie rock](/genres/indie-rock), [britpop](/genres/britpop), and [dub](/genres/dub) influences. This three-day edition offers a diverse program celebrating British and Irish alternative heritage. Headliners include [Ash](/artists/ash), Northern Irish icons of 90s [britpop](/genres/britpop) and [power pop](/genres/power-pop), and [Reef](/artists/reef), ambassadors of melodic [hard rock](/genres/hard-rock). The rich lineup continues with [Gentleman's Dub Club](/artists/gentlemans-dub-club), contemporary masters of [dub](/genres/dub), [dubstep](/genres/dubstep), and [ska](/genres/ska), [The Empty Page](/artists/the-empty-page), representatives of modern [grunge](/genres/grunge) and [punk](/genres/punk), along with emerging discoveries like Jess Silk, Natural Right, and Flesh Tetris. Loopfest 2026's location in rural Staffordshire offers a perfect countryside escape for a long May weekend. The festival's relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere attracts both britpop movement nostalgics and contemporary alternative sound enthusiasts. Between energetic sets and intimate acoustic moments, the eclectic lineup guarantees continuous musical discovery. [Loopfest](/festivals/loopfest-2026) celebrates the diversity of the British independent scene, proving that alternative [rock](/genres/rock)'s rebellious spirit remains as vibrant today as at the height of the 90s indie movement.