June 5–7, 2026 | Queen Victoria Hall, Oundle
Get ready for three days of boundary-pushing music, cinematic soundscapes, and theatrical rock. From local favorites to international award-winners, Soundle ’26 brings the best of the prog, folk, and avant-garde scenes to the heart of Oundle.
Hosted by your Master of Ceremonies: Anth Hodson-Curran
Friday, June 5: The Grand Opening
Doors & Bar open at 1:30 PM
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14:00 | Oundle Loves Singing – Our beloved local choir returns to kick off the festivities.
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14:45 | That Joe Payne – The award-winning vocalist with a staggering five-octave range and flamboyant showmanship.
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16:15 | Haze – Sheffield legends bringing decades of cult-classic progressive rock to the stage.
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18:30 | Pearl Handled Revolver – A "wordless chemistry" blending Heavy Rock, Jazz, and Psychedelia.
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20:30 | Stuckfish (HEADLINER) – High-energy melodic rock and neo-prog from the North East.
Saturday, June 6: Sonic Journeys
Doors & Bar open at 12:00 Noon
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12:45 | Candacraig – Cinematic anthems and "dark twisted tales" from this rapidly rising neo-prog duo.
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14:15 | AlphaLine – A gritty, luminous fusion of trip-hop, jazz, and psychedelic rock.
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15:45 | Under The Surface – An international odyssey blending Old Dutch language with jazz and ethnic improvisation.
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18:30 | Spriggan Mist – Pagan folk-rock featuring whistles, recorders, and tales of steampunk dragons.
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20:30 | The Blackheart Orchestra (HEADLINER) – Two people, 13 instruments, and a "musical space station" of symphonic sound.
Sunday, June 7: The Grand Finale
Doors & Bar open at 12:00 Noon
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12:45 | Beatrix Players – An 8-piece powerhouse of chamber prog and evocative, flute-led art rock.
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14:15 | Leoni Jane Kennedy – The Freddie Mercury Scholarship winner delivering a new wave of passionate rock.
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15:45 | Viper Soup Complex – Unconventional avant-garde rock and unorthodox theatrics all the way from Malta.
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18:30 | Square Wild – Manchester’s genre-bending force of nature—funk, reggae, and heavy riffs.
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20:30 | Franck Carducci & The Fantastic Squad (HEADLINER) – A dazzling, multi-sensory 70s-style theatrical rock experience.
Don't Miss the Highlights
"A really tough act to follow" — Sting on Franck Carducci
"Powerful and inspiring" — Steve Hackett (Genesis) on The Blackheart Orchestra
"A welcomed portal to something passionate" — The New York Times on Leoni Jane Kennedy
Plan Your Break
Each day features a dedicated Dinner Break from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM (5:30 PM on Friday). Grab a bite in Oundle and recharge for the evening headliners!
Here is the edited and condensed version of the lineup, organized by day to make it easy for your readers to scan and digest.
Friday Lineup
Oundle Loves Singing
Our local choir returns to kick off the festival following their fantastic reception in 2025.
That Joe Payne
An award-winning progressive vocalist with an incredible five-octave range. Known for his work with The Enid and Jordan Rudess (Dream Theater), Joe uses his platform to advocate for mental health and LGBTQ+ rights. He will perform a special solo set.
Haze
Formed in 1978, this Sheffield-based cult favorite returns with their classic blend of progressive rock. Now featuring the next generation with Danny McMahon on drums, they bring decades of musical history to the stage.
Pearl Handled Revolver
A band that defies labels, blending Heavy Rock, Jazz, Psychedelia, and Blues. With five studio albums over 16 years, they are known for a "wordless chemistry" and powerful, soulful live performances.
Friday Headliner: Stuckfish
Returning after their 2022 appearance, this North East band delivers melodic, high-energy neo-prog. Led by the songwriting duo of Adrian Fisher and Philip Stuckey, they are a staple of the UK progressive community.
Saturday Lineup
Candacraig
A Lincolnshire duo specializing in "cinematic anthems and dark twisted tales." Their sound spans rock and folk, drawing comparisons to Kate Bush and Pink Floyd. Their latest album, Lit By Lightning, was released in 2024.
Alphaline
A boundary-blurring four-piece fusing trip-hop, jazz, and psychedelic rock. Following their 2025 "Best Indie Rock Act" win at the Radio Wigwam Awards, they bring the "luminous and gritty" sound of their album Electromagnetic to the stage.
Under The Surface
An international success story having played in 25 countries. This ensemble blends jazz, folk, and electronic music. Their latest project, Miin Triuwa, explores their roots using the "forgotten" Old Dutch language.
Spriggan Mist
Back by popular demand after a triumphant 2024 set. Expect an eclectic mix of overdriven guitars, saxophones, and whistles. Their "Progressive Folk Rock" tells stories of mythical creatures and steampunk dragons.
The Blackheart Orchestra
The smallest orchestra in the world—two people playing 13 instruments. Described as a "musical space station," they create a symphonic, psychedelic sound that has earned them #13 on the UK Rock Charts.
Sunday Lineup
Sunday Headliner: Franck Carducci & The Fantastic Squad
A theatrical rock experience that opened for Sting in 2022. Expect 70s-inspired rock (think Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin) complete with costumes, narration, and whimsical instruments. A truly magical journey.
Square Wild
Manchester’s genre-bending force of nature. Blending funk, reggae, and heavy riffs, they won Prog Magazine’s Best Unsigned Band. They are a colorful injection of fun guaranteed to get the crowd moving.
Viper Soup Complex
Hailing from Malta, this avant-garde progressive band is known for unconventional music and unorthodox stage antics. Their sound is a mix of multi-layered sonic outbursts and dreamlike textures.
Leoni Jane Kennedy
A "musical polymath" and recipient of the Freddie Mercury Scholarship. Recently touring with an acoustic RUSH reinterpretation album, she is now releasing her debut originals album, Synthetic.
Beatrix Players
An 8-piece band led by the award-winning Amy Birks. They create "chamber prog"—a beautiful blend of folk-rock, piano, and flute. Their latest concept album, Living & Alive, has been hailed as one of the best releases in the genre.