I mean to Headline the bill as one the 6 big names in lights, that are selling the festival to casuals who can't decide what to do this summer.
This was the discussion point, someone saying she's to big to sub the main stage now, whilst others including me compared her to Jorga Smith who headlined R1.
Couple albums expected over the next few months, I'd think may be there:
Denzel Curry - Main Stage
Linkin Park - Headline Main Stage
Pa Salieu - Chevron
Franz Ferdinand - Headline R1
Central Cee - 2nd Main Stage
The National - Chevron
But the main stage doesnt have to be just commercially viable acts, yes they have to be known but they also love to champion the critically acclaimed artists. We saw much more of that in 2024 than recent years and could see that continuing.
Her live performances are good and she is becoming more recognised because of the song she has on the new Coldplay record, I cant see why Simz couldnt get a high placement on mainstage
The sold out day last year was completely fine, I don't recall any overcrowding issues.
The capacity was reduced in 2023 - because they got rid of the Bits area.