OnesToCatch: All Points East Festival 2026
Oklou photographed by Samantha Schraub
All Points East has unveiled its highly anticipated 2026 lineup — and it’s safe to say it has exceeded expectations. This year’s festival brings together an eclectic mix of headliners across genres, including Jorja Smith, Tems, Lorde, Deftones, Tyler, the Creator, and Twenty One Pilots.
But arguably the best part of any festival is discovering the next wave of artists before everyone else does. Here’s our list of OnesToWatch — the rising names that deserve a spot on your festival itinerary this summer.
Sekou
With a voice that feels timeless from the very first note, Sekou is quickly becoming one of the UK’s most exciting soul artists. Pulling influence from Mo-town greats and the emotional warmth of acts like The Jackson 5, his music blends classic soul sensibilities with a fresh, modern edge. As his audience continues to grow, his All Points East set feels destined to introduce even more people to one of the strongest new voices coming out of the UK right now.
2hollis
Previously named one of OnesToWatch’s Top Artists To Watch in 2025, 2hollis has quickly become one of the most unpredictable and internet-fuelled artists of his generation. Pulling from hyperpop, rap, emo, electronic and punk influences, his music feels chaotic in a way that completely works — and his live shows are even more intense. As his cult following continues to grow online, his All Points East appearance feels perfectly timed before he inevitably graduates to much bigger stages.
Sienna Spiro
Having already featured across OnesToWatch spotlights “Who Is Sienna Spiro? The British Pop Star Taking over 2026”, Sienna Spiro has steadily become one of the most exciting new names emerging from the UK pop space. Her cinematic songwriting and powerhouse vocals carry an emotional depth that feels far beyond her years, balancing vulnerability with huge, festival-ready choruses. With momentum continuing to build around her releases, her All Points East set feels like the kind of early-afternoon performance people will later brag about witnessing before the breakout.
Oklou
If your playlist leans toward experimental pop and electronic music, Oklou is non-negotiable. The French artist has become a favourite among fans of boundary-pushing alt-pop thanks to her glitchy production, ethereal vocals, and immersive live performances. Her set could easily become one of the most transportive of the entire festival.
Fabiana Palladino
With glossy synth-pop influences and effortless cool, Fabiana Palladino is quickly becoming one of the UK’s most exciting left-field pop artists. Her music pulls from vintage R&B and ‘80s-inspired production while still sounding fresh and modern. If you’re a fan of sophisticated pop with immaculate musicianship, this is a must-see set.
EsDeeKid
Representing Liverpool’s rapidly growing underground rap scene, EsDeeKid brings relentless energy and sharp lyricism to the All Points East lineup. Surrounded by heavier acts like Deftones and IDLES, his set is likely to inject a completely different kind of chaos into the weekend — and could easily turn into one of the festival’s most talked-about performances.
Wisp
With shoegaze continuing its resurgence, Wisp is quickly emerging as one of the scene’s most exciting new names. Mixing dreamy guitar textures with emotionally heavy songwriting, she’s already building a dedicated fanbase online. Her All Points East appearance feels perfectly timed for anyone wanting to discover their next obsession early.
Aléman
Aléman brings an effortlessly cool mix of alternative R&B, rap and atmospheric production that feels perfectly suited to a late-summer festival slot. His ability to balance introspective lyricism with laid-back melodies has steadily earned him attention online, making him one of the lineup’s more understated — but genuinely exciting — discoveries.
Nia Archives
Few artists have pushed jungle music into the mainstream quite like Nia Archives. Blending breakbeats, soulful vocals and diaristic songwriting, she’s created a sound that feels both nostalgic and completely forward-thinking. Her live sets are fast-paced, emotional and impossible not to move to, making her one of the most essential performers across the entire weekend.
Sade Olutola
Sade Olutola’s music thrives in subtlety. Blending elements of alternative pop, indie and soul, her songwriting feels deeply personal while still carrying huge crossover appeal. With soft, atmospheric production and emotionally honest lyricism, she’s quietly building momentum as one of the UK’s most promising emerging artists.
Quadeca
Quadeca’s evolution from internet personality to genuinely innovative artist has been one of the most fascinating transformations in recent years. Moving between indie rock, alternative hip-hop and experimental pop, his music has become increasingly ambitious and emotionally layered with every release. For anyone interested in artists pushing creative boundaries, this is a set worth arriving early for.