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Primavera Sound Barcelona Unleashes Mind-Blowing 2026 Headliners!

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Precious Eseaye
Precious Eseaye
Primavera Sound Barcelona Unleashes Mind-Blowing 2026 Headliners!

Primavera Sound Barcelona has officially unveiled the highly anticipated and super-packed lineup for its 24th edition, scheduled to take place at Parc del Fòrum from June 4-6 in summer 2026. The announcement on Thursday morning, September 25, revealed a star-studded roster featuring both legendary acts and contemporary icons, promising a diverse and unforgettable musical experience.

Headlining the prestigious event are a collection of globally renowned artists, including the iconic British band The Cure, multifaceted sensation Doja Cat,the atmospheric indie-pop trio The xx, internet personality and musician Addison Rae, rising star PinkPantheress, virtual band Gorillaz, trip-hop pioneers Massive Attack, electronic music maestro Skrillex, and shoegaze legends My Bloody Valentine.

Primavera Sound Barcelona 2026 Taps Addison Rae, Doja Cat, and More to  Headline | Teen Vogue

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Beyond the headliners, the festival boasts an impressive array of over 150 additional acts across various genres. The extensive list includes acclaimed artists such as Mac DeMarco, Peggy Gou, Lola Young, Father John Misty, Ethel Cain, Role Model, Bad Gyal, Big Thief, Wet Leg, Little Simz, Slowdive, Kneecap, Alex G, Marina, Jade, Amaarae, Knocked Loose, Dijon, and Blood Orange. Further confirmed performers include Rilo Kiley, Viagra Boys, Cameron Winter, Cara Delevingne, Caroline, Fcukers, Geese, Lambrini Girls, Melt-Banana, Merzbow, Panda Bear, Texas Is the Reason, and Water From Your Eyes.

The festival's activities will commence on Wednesday, leading up to the main three-day event. A significant highlight will be the Primavera Bits dance party, scheduled for Sunday night. This electronic music extravaganza will feature prominent DJs such as Carl Cox, Joseph Capriati, and BLOND:ISH y Greta, ensuring the celebration continues through the weekend.

Tickets for Primavera Sound Barcelona 2026 will be available through a fan sale starting Monday, September 29, at 11 a.m. local time (5 a.m. ET). A general on-sale will then follow, beginning on Tuesday, September 30. Interested attendees are encouraged to register to secure their access to this highly sought-after event.

A particular highlight for many attendees will be the return of The Cure. The band's last stage appearance was on November 1, at the Troxy in London, during the launch of their album "Songs of a Lost World." Their frontman, Robert Smith, recently made a notable appearance at the Glastonbury Festival in June, where he joined Olivia Rodrigoon stage to perform beloved tracks "Friday I’m in Love" and "Just Like Heaven."

Primavera Sound 2026: Lineup, ticket details, and more | The FADER

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Furthermore, Smith has provided exciting news for fans, revealing that more new music from The Cure could be on the horizon. Following the release of their first album in 16 years in 2024 and a subsequent live album, "Songs of a Live World," in December, Smith mentioned, "There is another album which is pretty much ready to go. It’s sort of its companion piece. And then there’s a third one which is completely different. It’s really kind of random stuff, it’s like late-night studio stuff. But some of it is really, really good actually, it’s just very, very different." This suggests a wealth of new material could accompany their 2026 festival appearance.

The announcement builds on the success of the previous year’s Primavera Sound Barcelona, which also featured an equally stacked lineup. The 2025 edition was headlined by artists such as Charli xcx, Chappell Roan, and Sabrina Carpenter, with additional sets from LCD Soundsystem, FKA Twigs, Haim, IDLES, Turnstile, Fontaines D.C., and Jamies XX. The consistent caliber of acts reinforces Primavera Sound's reputation as a premier destination for music lovers.

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