The 2000trees Festival is gearing up for its most ambitious edition yet, scheduled from July 9 to 12, 2025, at Upcote Farm near Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. Celebrated for its dedication to the UK’s underground and emerging music scenes, this year’s festival promises an exceptional array of talent. This year’s headliners include Kneecap, PVRIS, and Taking Back Sunday.
@Vukoviband, @SPRINTSmusic, @dangeroussummer, @BIGSPECIAL_, Baby Lasagna, and 40 more PHENOMENAL bands are joining the 2000trees 2025 lineup!!
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In addition to these headliners, the festival has unveiled over 45 new acts, including Scottish duo VUKOVI, Birmingham’s punk duo Big Special, and Irish garage punk band Sprints. Other notable additions are Welsh post-hardcore veterans Future of The Left, dance-punk ensemble SNAYX, and metal-pop favourites Blood Command.
Kneecap is an Irish hip-hop group known for their politically charged lyrics, bilingual rapping (in Irish and English), and rebellious energy. Formed in Belfast, they have gained widespread attention for their provocative themes, often tackling issues like Irish identity, nationalism, and class struggles. One of Kneecap’s most well-known tracks is ‘C.E.A.R.T.A.’, which means ‘Rights’ in Irish. This song gained popularity due to its high-energy beat, politically charged lyrics, and bilingual delivery.PVRIS is known for their dark, atmospheric production, haunting vocals, and emotional lyrics. Their sound has transitioned from a heavier rock base to a more electronic-driven, synth-infused style, often drawing comparisons to bands like CHVRCHES, Paramore, and Halsey. For PVRIS, their breakthrough hit ‘My House’ remains their most iconic track. The song’s eerie and introspective themes about isolation and personal demons made it a fan favourite, cementing PVRIS as a rising force in the alternative rock world.Taking Back Sunday is an American rock/post-hardcore/emo band from Long Island, New York, formed in 1999. They are considered one of the defining bands of the early-2000s emo and alternative rock scene, known for their raw emotional lyrics, dynamic vocal exchanges, and anthemic choruses.Their biggest hit is undoubtedly ‘MakeDamnSure’. The song features passionate, almost desperate lyrics about obsession and destructive love, making it relatable for many fans.
The 2000trees Festival specializes in rock, punk, emo, post-hardcore, and alternative music, with a strong focus on underground, emerging, and independent artists. It’s known for showcasing the best of the UK’s alternative music scene alongside well-established international acts. The 2000trees Festival gets its name from its founders’ commitment to environmental sustainability. When the festival was launched in 2007, the organisers aimed to create an event that not only celebrated music but also had a minimal environmental impact. As part of this ethos, they planted 2 000 trees in the early years of the festival to offset its carbon footprint.
Tickets went on sale in October and include discounts for NHS staff and students. As of now, 4-day and VIP tickets have sold out, but 3-day and single-day tickets are still available. For more details on ticketing and the complete line-up, visit the official 2000trees Festival website.
