Sziget Festival has unveiled the first wave of artists for its 2027 edition, returning to Óbuda Island in Budapest, Hungary, from August 10–14. One of Europe’s leading music festivals, Sziget will bring together major British and Irish acts, international stars, and emerging artists across indie, rock, pop, and electronic music for five days of live performances, arts, and culture on its celebrated Island of Freedom.
The opening announcement features an eclectic mix of established headliners and rising talent, with Fontaines D.C., IDLES, Nothing But Thieves, Lola Young, KATSEYE, Tove Lo, Kelis, Bicep, and SOFI TUKKER among the first names confirmed. The lineup also highlights a new generation of artists making their mark across alternative and indie music, alongside a broad selection of electronic acts.
Fontaines D.C. will bring their latest album, Dopamine Chamber, to the festival’s Main Stage, continuing their rise as one of alternative rock’s most compelling live acts. They will be joined by Bristol post-punk favorites IDLES, whose explosive performances and uncompromising sound have earned them a dedicated following. Nothing But Thieves will also return to Sziget after their memorable 2023 appearance, bringing their arena-sized rock anthems back to Budapest.
The pop lineup offers an equally diverse collection of international talent. Following the billion-stream success of “Messy,” South London singer-songwriter Lola Young is set to perform alongside global pop group KATSEYE. The group’s rapid rise has included GRAMMY nominations and a world tour that sold out in just 48 hours. Swedish pop artist Tove Lo and R&B standout Kelis round out the first wave, bringing together artists with distinctly different approaches to contemporary pop.
The announcement also introduces two emerging acts whose family connections have attracted attention beyond their music. Villanelle, the grunge-rock trio fronted by Gene Gallagher, son of Liam Gallagher, have been building momentum through sold-out performances and their debut EP, Measly Means. Meanwhile, Cruz Beckham & The Breakers, led by Cruz Beckham, the youngest son of David and Victoria Beckham, will bring their classic British rock influences to the festival following sold-out shows in London and an appearance at Reading & Leeds.
Electronic music will have a strong presence across the island, led by Bicep and their acclaimed live show. The Belfast duo will be joined by SOFI TUKKER, whose dance-focused sound has earned them GRAMMY recognition. The first announcement also includes Chris Stassy, Brina Knauss, Kevin de Vries, and Quest, bringing a range of house, melodic techno, and underground electronic sounds to the program.
Rounding out the initial lineup are several acts from the international indie and alternative scenes. Australian duo Royel Otis arrive following their rapid breakthrough, while genre-defying rapper Genesis Owusu adds another dimension to the bill. Irish indie-rock outfit Florence Road and German indie-pop band Rikas represent the next generation of emerging talent. Returning festival favorites Gogol Bordello complete the announcement with their unmistakable blend of high-energy gypsy punk.
With its first artist announcement spanning established headliners, emerging performers, and a wide range of musical styles, Sziget Festival 2027 is already shaping up to be another diverse celebration of music and culture. The festival returns to Óbuda Island in Budapest from August 10–14, 2027, for five days on the Island of Freedom.
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