The 12 best European music festivals, from Nos Alive to Ypsigrock
The IndependentSign up to Roisin O’Connor’s free weekly newsletter Now Hear This for the inside track on all things music Get our Now Hear This email for free Get our Now Hear This email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. An explosion of brand new events has increased the number of early artist bookings, which means artists end up headlining multiple festivals, or are else restricted by exclusivity clauses. Many events struggle to appear relevant by booking all-white and/or all-male headliners, and recycle acts who have headlined at least once before rather than take a risk with someone new. Whether it’s a stunning location, an incredible lineup or proper accessibility for less-abled guests, the festivals we've picked will likely tempt music fans to swap mud-trodden fields for a week in the sun.
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