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In the five years since Brutalism’s release English punk rock band Idles have gone on to achieve epic feats including a number one album, sold out tours and festival headline appearances around the world. Their follow-up album, Joy as an Act of Resistance, further propelled the band into the consciousness of the UK (and beyond), and paved the way for the colossal Ultra Mono, Idles’ first UK #1 album. At every step of the way the band have garnered a wealth of dedicated supporters – it’s your turn. Sunday 7.30pm at the Amphitheatre

Ocean Alley have captivated audiences around the world with their infectious melody lines and memorable blend of psychedelic-surf-rock. The band have solidified their position as one of Australia’s most exciting touring acts, making their mark on the local and international circuit with their consistent touring schedule, selling out countless shows across North America, Europe, UK and New Zealand, as well as playing memorable sets in Australia at Splendour in the Grass, Groovin

The Moo, Bluesfest and the triple j One Night Stand, as well as overseas at Reading & Leeds (UK), BottleRock (USA) and Sziget (HUN). October 2022 saw the release of the band’s fourth album Low Altitude Living. The album showcases why Ocean Alley continue on their unstoppable rise as one of Australia’s most exciting musical exports. Friday 7.30pm at the Amphitheatre

Little Simz is a British rapper, singer and actress who rose to prominence with the independent release of her first three albums; A Curious Tale of Trials + Persons (2015), Stillness in Wonderland (2016) and Grey Area (2019), the last of which was shortlisted for the Mercury Prize and won the awards for Best Album at both the Ivor Novello Awards and the NME Awards. Her fourth album, Sometimes I Might Be Introvert (2021) received widespread critical acclaim, with several publications deeming it the best album of 2021. It went on to win the 2022 Mercury Prize and also earned her the 2022 Brit Award for Best New Artist. When announcing her latest album, NO THANK YOU Little Simz said: ‘Emotion is energy in motion. Honour your truth and feelings. Eradicate fear. Boundaries are important.’ Before her first appearance at Splendour in the Grass, Little Simz says: ‘I’m excited to give my fans the experience they’ve been waiting for’. Saturday 10pm, Mix Up

Danny Brown’s career is the uncompromising work of a virtuosic talent who understands how to use his unique personality as a vicious instrument. There is the lingering sense of paranoia, the requisite survivor’s guilt and anxiety, but also hysterical punchlines and party anthems built to cause speakers to crumble into ashes. He is one of the most sought-after global performers and offers a unique contrast of best rapper alive, reflection and celebration in each performance. Friday 10pm, Mix Up