Goldfrapp in second wave of names for Kendal Calling.
Returning in 2020 to mark its 15th birthday, Kendal Calling is shaping up to be a true highlight of the festival summer with an unmissable weekend of entertainment for all ages. Packed with stunning headliners, the best in singalong favourites and a true festival experience nestled in the gorgeous Lake District. With the likes of headliners Foals, Stereophonics, Supergrass and Primal Scream already confirmed, more must-see names are set to leave their mark on a birthday party like no other this summer.
New Names Announced
Effortlessly cool and undeniably iconic, Goldfrapp have become an electric powerhouse lead by the distinct presence of Alison Goldfrapp herself. Across a nearly 20 year career, their immediate synth-pop sounds have pushed the boundaries of electronic music – with the likes of ‘Ride A White Horse’, ‘Ooh La La’ and ‘Number 1’ ready-made for big festival moments. Taking the stage at Kendal Calling this year, be ready to be drawn into an unfiltered world of swirling pop perfection.
Evolving into one of the most cherished Manchester bands of recent times, The Slow Readers Club are set to be a true highlight at this year’s Kendal Calling. After stepping in at the last minute to deliver a blistering set last year on the Calling Out Stage, the sheer demand to see their unbridled live show means their return for Kendal’s 15th birthday was inevitable.
Hailed by critics for their offbeat and eccentric indie style, Feet will bring their aptly titled debut album ‘What’s Inside Is More Than Just Ham?’ for a bonkers live party that needs to be seen to be believed, while Scottish indie blazers Retro Video Club will be putting their foot down with an amplified kick to Lowther Deer Park. With the likes of Stanleys, Marie White, Lindsay Munroe also announced today, Kendal Calling continues to add to a phenomenal lineup perfect for the festival summer and its 15th Birthday celebrations.
Laugh Out Loud Comedy With The Soapbox Stage
Side-splitting sights in the fields you say? That’s a guarantee, when the famed Soapbox stage returns to Kendal Calling this year with a hilarious programme of comedians cracking smiles throughout the weekend. Panel show titan Marcus Brigstocke will be making himself at home at Lowther Deer Park this year, with not just a peerless standup headline set to look forward to, but also bringing a very special The Early Edition alongside Andre Vincent – an adaptation of the acclaimed BBC show providing a sideways look at current affairs and the news at large to kickstart a stunning morning in the Lake District.
Also topping the bill, one-liner maestro Gary Delaney will head to the Lake District this year for a set packed with more jokes a minute than the Lowther Deer Park has ever seen before. Breakthrough favourite Tez Ilyas will make his way to Kendal Calling this year, with performances across the weekend from Matt Reed, Jojo Sutherland, Elf Lyons, Mark Nelson, Daisy Earl, Rachel Jackson, Morgan Rees, Danny McLoughlin, Pete Otway and more! Complete with a special Main Stage appearance from Bill Bailey, it ensures Kendal Calling is delivering a comedy programme that’ll be filling the fields with laughter in no time.
A peerless weekend full of every ingredient needed to make the perfect festival experience, Kendal Calling 2020 looks set to go down in the record books. Featuring headline performances from Foals, Stereophonics, Supergrass and Primal Scream, alongside a star-studded bill across the weekend including Blossoms, Craig David Presents TS5, The Kooks, Dizzee Rascal, You Me At Six, DMA’s, Johnny Marr, Sister Sledge, Shaggy, Pale Waves, The Zutons, The Magic Gang, Easy Life, Jade Bird, The Murder Capital and many more.
Set in the incredible setting of the Lake District’s Lowther Deer Park, this innovative, fan-focused, independent festival is renowned for more than just music with visitors enjoying four days of arts installations, comedy, cabaret, cinema, magic, kids’ entertainment, gourmet food and real ale all within the confines of what is surely the most beautiful festival site in the UK. Expect gaming delights at every turn, from retro arcade games, crazy challenges, legendary characters, the costume parade and retro sports day fun all setting up shop across the weekend.
A celebration of 15 spectacular years in the fields, looking back at the festival’s incredible history while looking ahead to an even brighter future – extraordinary ticket demand has been seen over the past month, with second release tickets now sold out and third tier tickets selling extremely fast. To avoid disappointment, head to www.kendalcalling.co.uk for more.
