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Two men celebrating on stage
Two men celebrating on stage

battle it out to open back then festival 2026

battle it out to open back then festival 2026

battle it out to open back then festival 2026

Ever dreamed of opening a music festival in front of thousands and sharing the stage with world-renowned acts like Toploader and Tinchy Stryder?

Now’s your chance! Apply below for the opportunity to make music history and kick off Back Then Festival in style.

Ever dreamed of opening a music festival in front of thousands and sharing the stage with world-renowned acts like Toploader and Tinchy Stryder?

Now’s your chance! Apply below for the opportunity to make music history and kick off Back Then Festival in style.

Ever dreamed of opening a music festival in front of thousands and sharing the stage with world-renowned acts like Toploader and Tinchy Stryder?

Now’s your chance! Apply below for the opportunity to make music history and kick off Back Then Festival in style.

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How to become a festival Rockstar

Think your band has what it takes to steal the spotlight? Our Battle of the Bands is your chance to prove it. Each band will perform a cover song of your choice – but here’s the twist: you have to play it in your own unique style. Whether you turn a classic rock anthem into a punk banger or a pop hit into a soulful ballad.

Bring the energy, put your spin on a throwback favourite, and wow the crowd – because the audience will vote, and the winner gets the ultimate prize: opening the main stage at Back Then Festival!

Apply To Perform

Send us your details and throw your name in the hat – this is your shot at playing in front of thousands.

Live Audition

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Hurrah!! You Are a Rockstar

How to become a festival Rockstar

Think your band has what it takes to steal the spotlight? Our Battle of the Bands is your chance to prove it. Each band will perform a cover song of your choice – but here’s the twist: you have to play it in your own unique style. Whether you turn a classic rock anthem into a punk banger or a pop hit into a soulful ballad.

Bring the energy, put your spin on a throwback favourite, and wow the crowd – because the audience will vote, and the winner gets the ultimate prize: opening the main stage at Back Then Festival!

Apply To Perform

Send us your details and throw your name in the hat – this is your shot at playing in front of thousands.

Live Audition

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Hurrah!! You Are a Rockstar

How to become a festival Rockstar

Think your band has what it takes to steal the spotlight? Our Battle of the Bands is your chance to prove it. Each band will perform a cover song of your choice – but here’s the twist: you have to play it in your own unique style. Whether you turn a classic rock anthem into a punk banger or a pop hit into a soulful ballad.

Bring the energy, put your spin on a throwback favourite, and wow the crowd – because the audience will vote, and the winner gets the ultimate prize: opening the main stage at Back Then Festival!

Apply To Perform

Send us your details and throw your name in the hat – this is your shot at playing in front of thousands.

Live Audition

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Hurrah!! You Are a Rockstar

Apply to battle your musical foes