One of the highlights of the UK festival season is right around the corner in the form of Truck Festival. Known for its mix of established artists and up and coming talents, this years lineup is no different.
With the main acts such as Royal Blood and Two Door Cinema Club needing no introduction, we’ve picked a handful of special and lesser known artists you may want to get down to support.
Wunderhorse
Since the release of their debut album Cub, Wunderhorse have gone on to become one of the most exciting bands to enter the scene in years. Frontman Jacob Slater is always imposing in his performances and with a catalogue of songs such as Leader of the Pack, Purple and Teal, they’re a no-brainer to go and see before they make it to the big time.
Red Rum Club
Quickly becoming indie festival favourites are Liverpool band Red Rum Club. A quick flick through their discography will tell you exactly why.
Fan-favourite Eleanor is a track to listen to in a sun-soaked field with mates and beers in hand, meanwhile Kids Addicted is extremely danceable and full of energy. Undoubtedly fun, Red Rum Club are a band certain to be a highlight of the weekend. They play the Market Stage on Friday evening.
Rachel Chinouriri
The incredibly talented Rachel Chinouriri takes to the Market Stage on the final day and can be expected to put on a hell of a show. Her discography is brimming with warmth and energy, look no further than All I Ever Asked, showcasing her talent for writing a hook and filling a track with her own personality and flavour.
Already selling out her own shows in big capacities, expect an emphatic performance from an already established indie star.
Lock-In
Headlining the This Feeling tent are five-piece London band Lock-In. Expect a big crowd for this as they’ve developed their own passionate following since their inception in 2020, and the gathering at Truck Festival should be no different.
If you’re in the mood for feel-good indie tunes then Lock-In are your band. Keep an eye out for I Caught Feelings and Sweet Love on the setlist; they’re filled with energy and have a chance of being standouts. Headlining a stage is sure to be a standout moment so far in the lads career and you’ll want to be there.
The Last Dinner Party
It’s been a long time since a band has gathered this much hype with only a couple of singles to their name. Whether it’s their fresh songwriting, their gothic aesthetic or their comparisons to Bowie and Kate Bush, one thing is for sure. Everyone is interested to see what they do next.
Nothing Matters and Sinner are already hits with catchy choruses, and with many more unreleased tracks in their setlist, they’ll be one to see live.
Courting
Often compared to colleagues Parquet Courts or IDLES, Liverpool band Courting’s debut album Guitar Music quickly gained the respect and admiration of both fans and critics.
Their experimental sound translates well into live performances and their new single Flex should be no different. A Strokes inspired track in all the right ways, noisy and confident in its upbeat and garage instrumentation. Check them out on the Market Stage if you want a party.
HighSchool
Fresh from supporting Sam Fender on his Australian tour are Melbourne band HighSchool. A mix of post-punk and dreamy synth sounds is the ingredients exactly needed to make an interesting new band.
Their most successful track New York, Paris and London is a fantastic example of melancholic pop, meanwhile new single Colt is effortlessly cool and gritty with its vintage sounds and drum loops. They play the Market Stage on Friday.
Overpass
Rising indie group Overpass certainly fit the bill for hidden gem of the weekend. One of the smaller bands on the list but that shouldn’t put you off seeing them in action. New single Right Time is a song made for a festival stage, meanwhile 3AM is anthemic and captivating in its own nature.
If you’re a fan of memorable choruses and want to see a confident, bold and young band then Overpass might be the one for you.
Stone
Stone’s gigs are well known for being high tempo, exhilarating and sweaty. Building a reputation for having a demanding stage presence thanks to frontman Finlay Power, the band certainly have the songs in their arsenal to back up their stage swagger.
The best part about Stone is at the heart of it they just seem to be mates having fun. Fresh single I Gotta Feeling is already a hit, meanwhile their biggest track Money (Hope Ain’t Gone) is a fresh and exciting take at post-punk action. See Stone on the Market Stage on Sunday if you want mosh pits and loud Scouse rock.
The Mary Wallopers
Perhaps the most unique band on the list is The Mary Wallopers. Hailing from Dundalk is the six-piece band set on reimagining traditional Irish folk in an exciting and fresh way.
Recently released single Wexford will definitely get a run out; a slow ballad of hometown roots and lost times, meanwhile fan favourite Eileen Og will most definitely get the crowd going. Catch them on The Nest stage for an Irish jig.
Written by Niall McGreevy
