Festivals
Baby In Vain, Sigrid and more for Reading & Leeds
The Alternative Stage also brings a shed-load of comedians to the party.
There have been yet more additions to this year’s Reading & Leeds festival - with DIY faves Baby In Vain and Sigrid heading up a list that also includes the event’s comedic talent. Simon Amstell, Josie Long, Matt Richardson and Bill Bailey are just some of the names announced for the Alternative Stage.
They join festival headliners Eminem, Muse and Kasabian, as well as acts including Haim, Declan McKenna, The Magic Gang, The Japanese House, VANT, Sundara Karma, Sløtface, Black Honey, The Big Moon and MUNA.
Reading & Leeds takes place in its respective sites between 25th and 27th August.
Tickets are on sale now.
See lots (and lots) from last year’s festival here.
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