Bingley Festival

UK-born James Bay, acclaimed singer-songwriter, merges timeless songcraft with clever lyrics. Celebrated for "Hold Back The River" and "Let It Go," he’s received GRAMMY® nods and won BRIT Awards. Collaborated with The Lumineers, Alicia Keys, and joined icons like Mick Jagger and Sheryl Crow on stage.

Travis, formed in Glasgow in 1996 by Fran Healy and bandmates Andy Dunlop, Dougie Payne, and Neil Primrose, gained fame with hits like "Sing" and "Why Does It Always Rain on Me?" Known for their timeless melodies, they've sold millions of albums, including the 9x Platinum "The Man Who," and won multiple BRIT, Ivor Novello, and Q Awards. Acclaimed by legends like Paul McCartney and Elton John, Travis's enduring chemistry remains with the same lineup since their debut.

Formed in Bradford in 1980, New Model Army defies genre with its mix of post-punk, political-rock, and folk-rock. Albums like "Between Dog and Wolf" rejuvenated their chart presence. Known for influential producers like Glyn Johns, they've built a devoted global following with album sales in the millions. Members include Justin Sullivan and Michael Dean.

The Boo Radleys, born from the Britpop storm in the '90s, are known for hits like "Wake Up Boo!" and the album "Giant Steps." Reformed in 2021, they celebrate past successes and continue to create, even while paying tribute to original songwriter Martin Carr.