Festival line-ups are once again in the spotlight today, after the announcement that Sir Rod Stewart will be performing at Glastonbury Festival in 2025 - 23 years after his last set.
While there has been much speculation about the line-ups for Glasto, Leeds and Reading Festival and the likes of Download Festival and Truck Festival revealing a plethora of acts in their first announcements, what about some other festivals?
What about, for example, the Victorious Festival, set to return to Southsea, on August 22, 23 and 24 2025?
While the festival might not (so far) elicit betting odds from the likes of Oddschecker, there is still a large amount of conversation online regarding who ‘could,’ or rather, who fans ‘want’ to see perform at next year’s event.
So, we’ve taken a look at the chatter that’s occurred online, be it r/Portsmouth or eFestival’s array of forums to find out who you, the festival goer, think could perform at next year’s event - here’s your picks...
… and if you are keen on getting a ticket to next year’s event, Super Early Bird weekend tickets are still available as of writing.
7. Feeder
Feeder’s ability to fuse gritty guitar riffs with soaring melodies makes them a festival staple. Classics like Just a Day and Buck Rogers would light up the Southsea Common stage. | Bernadette Malcolmson
8. Flaming Lips
Psychedelic rockers The Flaming Lips are known for their surreal, immersive live shows. Picture a rainbow of balloons, confetti, and Wayne Coyne in a giant hamster ball as the crowd belts out Do You Realize??. Victorious could get a splash of their quirky magic. | Provided
9. Foster The People
Their hit Pumped Up Kicks propelled Foster the People to global fame. Their eclectic mix of indie pop and electronic beats would bring a modern edge to the Victorious lineup. | Getty Images for Radio.com
10. Garbage
Led by Shirley Manson’s powerhouse vocals, Garbage has a rich catalogue of hits, from Stupid Girl to I Think I’m Paranoid. Their grungy, edgy sound would add a dynamic flavour to Victorious. | Michael Boyd/PA Wire
11. Cast
With their melodic Britpop sound, Cast were a defining band of the ‘90s. Songs like Walkaway and Alright still resonate with fans, making them a perfect choice for a nostalgic festival vibe, especially with the "Cool Britannia Revival" underway. | Getty Images
12. Muse
Muse’s epic live performances are nothing short of breath-taking, with jaw-dropping visuals and a bombastic sound. While their scale might suit arenas, their addition to Victorious would make history. | Getty