Takedown Festival 2026
Two days, multiple stages, and a lineup that perfectly captured the past, present, and future of alternative music. Takedown Festival 2026 didn’t just meet expectations; it completely raised the bar.
Across both days, Portsmouth Guildhall became a hub of energy, nostalgia, and discovery, showcasing a brilliant mix of established names and rising UK talent, and proving once again why Takedown remains one of the most vital fixtures in the alternative music calendar.
Preview: Takedown Festival 2026
The South Coast’s biggest indoor rock and alternative festival returns as Takedown Festival takes over the Portsmouth Guildhall on 3rd – 4th April 2026, bringing two days of heavy riffs, rising stars and legendary names to the city.
Album Review: Crystal Tides – Toothpaste
As someone born and raised in Portsmouth, there’s a genuine sense of pride in watching Crystal Tides develop over the past few years, not only musically, but as individuals too. That growth is woven throughout Toothpaste, an album that feels like the culmination of countless local shows, steady refinement, and a band finally stepping fully into their own without losing their hometown pride.
RØRY – O2 Guildhall Southampton
There’s something uniquely powerful about a hometown show, and RØRY’s return to Southampton Guildhall was one of those rare nights that felt bigger than music.
New Found Glory – O2 Academy Bournemouth
New Found Glory delivered exactly what we came for: a career-spanning set packed with hits from their self-titled debut, Sticks and Stones, and a few teasers from their upcoming album. But before they took the stage, the night kicked off with a band that’s quickly making waves on this side of the Atlantic.
Victorious Festival 2025 – Review
Victorious Festival struck a perfect balance between indie edge and family-friendly charm. Set against the picturesque Southsea seafront, the festival’s three days were bathed in uninterrupted sunshine, a postcard-perfect backdrop that enhanced the vibrancy of the performances and coastal festival vibes.
Snow Patrol – Cardiff Castle
How often can you say you’ve seen your favourite band with a castle as the backdrop? Well, that’s…
Hundred Reasons – Engine Rooms Southampton
There was a charged atmosphere at Engine Rooms on Sunday night, as a packed crowd gathered for Hundred Reasons’ final ever south coast show. For many, it felt less like a gig and more like a send-off—an emotional celebration of a band that shaped the UK post-hardcore scene in the early 2000s and remained a vital live force to the very end.
Photo Gallery: Takedown Festival 2025
After last years festival having to be postponed due to works at Portsmouth Guildhall, finally Takedown Festival was…
Takedown Festival 2025
After last years festival having to be postponed due to works at Portsmouth Guildhall, finally Takedown Festival was…