Bug Teeth, Al Cologne, and more announced as winners of End of the Road Next Wave programme
End of the Road Festival has announced the winners of their Next Wave programme for its 2026 edition, returning to Larmer Tree Gardens between 3 and 6 September.
Every year, End of the Road invites emerging artists to apply for an opportunity to play at the festival. This year's winners include London-based artist Al Cologne, Perfect Binding, the recording project of London-based songwriter and composer Sam Bedford, experimental dream-pop project Bug Teeth, and alt-pop duo multiscreen.
Now sold out, the 20th edition will lead with Pulp, CMAT, Mac DeMarco, and a secret headliner, with recent additions to the line-up including Angine de Poitrine, Earl Sweatshirt & Mike and Kelly Lee Owens. The festival will also feature a stacked programme of stand-up comedy, literature, and more across the weekend.
For more information, visit endoftheroadfestival.com
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