A member of Kraftwerk during the group's golden era, Wolfgang Flur was the band's electronic percussionist from 1973 to 1987.

Born into a musical family (his father is the singer Chip Hawkes, formerly with the 1960s band The Tremeloes), Chesney Hawkes’ own career began at 19, when he appeared as the title character in the film “Buddy’s Song” alongside Roger Daltrey. He is best known for releasing the hit single The One And Only, from the film’s soundtrack. Written by another Jack Up The 80s favourite Nik Kershaw, who appeared at the event last year, the song was later featured in the opening credits of Doc Hollywood (1991), starring Michael J. Fox.

All girl punk band from Cardiff, Wales.

Toby Lee - Winner of the Young Blue Artist of the Year 2023! Toby Lee is an English guitarist from Oxfordshire and has appeared on the television shows Little Big Shots and Ellen Show, as well as starring in the musical School of Rock. At eight years old he taught himself how to play and became a global sensation after playing guitar at BB King's blues club in 2015 when he was just ten years old.

A bubbling swamp curse of unholy ass shake, Jim Jones All Stars is the latest project from garage godfather Jim Jones (Thee Hypnotics, The Jim Jones Revue).

Kareem Dennis, better known by his stage name Lowkey, is a British rapper and activist from London. He first became known through a series of mixtapes he released before he was 18.

Jangley indie pop from Manchester's Pins.

Tom Hickox is a singer, songwriter and composer specialising in the art of storytelling through music. He's renowned for his celebrated storytelling and rich baritone, Hickox promises a cinematic sweep of a show, brimming with drama and poignancy.

Aerial Salad are both an ode to and a dismantling of Manchester's musical history. Sitting somewhere between contemporary post-punk and the Madchester sound. Aerial Salad are a band renowned for a relentless desire to smash the status quo and bring their musical vision to the world.

Lack of Afro is the stage name of R&B and soul multi-instrumentalist and producer Adam Gibbons. Signing to Freestyle Records in 2006, his debut single "Wait A Minute" announced the arrival of a vibrant rising star. Gibbons has proceeded to release eight studio albums, including his debut title Press On and latest offering Square One.

Universal Sacred Sounds is a new world music ensemble dedicated to sacred music from all world traditions. Members include Mina Salama, Vijay Venkat and Avital Raz. We believe that all genuine spiritual paths lead to the same source seeking through music to deepen the ties that bond us as humans.

Meduulla is a 25-year-old Zimbabwean-born rapper and DJ from North Manchester whose music defies labels. Combining modern flows and witty lyricism with jazz-infused hip-hop beats, her sound both reflects the present day and carries a nostalgic edge. Meduulla first broke onto the scene as a finalist on BBC's The Rap Game UK, quickly establishing herself as a force to be reckoned with. An award-winning artist, she released her debut EP in 2023, earning spots on DJ Mag and Wonderland's "Ones to Watch" list. Since then, she's toured independently across Europe, building a devoted fanbase with her electrifying performances. Meduulla's collaborations continue to make waves, including a standout partnership with challenger beauty brand e.l.f. Cosmetics to create an original track. Now, she's putting the finishing touches on her second studio project, slated for release later this year. With each track, Meduulla pushes boundaries, blending genres and influences to craft something that's uniquely her own. Support Acts To Be Announced

Genre-blending folk band The Rabbitts have been described as "ethereal and understated" on BBC Radio 6 Music. Their unique and colourful sound is characterised by delicate harmonies and an intricately interwoven tapestry of mandolin, guitar, bass, and drums.

Get ready for an unforgettable day and night of soulful celebration at the iconic Yellow Arch Studios!

Four lads from South Yorkshire, UK who gleefully share their moniker with an infamous old school South American gang, Alvarez Kings summon pop power through timeless analog synth and guitar magic. The quartetbrothers Simon [vocals, guitar] and Paul Thompson [bass, keys, backup vocals], Sean Parkin [guitar], and Richard Walker [drums, samples, pads]has quietly built up an international buzz since their 2012 formation. BBC Radio proclaimed No Resolve the Single of the Year, while they impressed audiences at Isle of Wight and O2 Wireless Festival in addition to show-stopping stints on the Vans Warped Tour in 2013 and 2015 and support slots on tours with Melanie Martinez, PVRIS, and Echosmith. Their 2015 EP, Fear To Feel, expanded their foothold in the U.S. Spotify featured the title track on coveted playlists such as The Indie Mix and Ultimate Indie Playlist, notching 40K streams in less than 12 hours and eventually amassing over 700K and counting. Meanwhile, they drew acclaim from Billboard, Huffington Post, and more. Preceded by the introductory focus track Cold Conscience, their full-length debut, Somewhere Between [Sire/Warner Bros. Records], is now primed to make a significant impact in 2017.