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Moovin Festival announce 2025 line up – Ezra Collective, Folamour, Roni Size headline amongst other musical legends & cutting edge acts 

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Ezra Collective, Folamour, Roni Size, Craig Charles, Derrick Carter, Ibibio Sound Machine, The Sugarhill Gang, Mr. Scruff, Luke Una, Graeme Park, DJ Paulette, Fabio & Grooverider, Micky Finn, Doc Scott, Jaguar Skills, Stanton Warriors, Krafty Kuts, Plump DJs, DJ Woody, Afroquoi, Dr Meaker, Riot Jazz and so much more 

 Moovin Festival is thrilled to unveil its 2025 lineup, featuring a curated selection of artists and a unique festival experience designed to captivate and inspire. Celebrating its 11th edition, Moovin Festival takes place from June 13th-15th at the stunning eco-friendly Whitebottom farm in Compstall, nestled within the breathtaking Etherow Country Park in Stockport. The picturesque setting is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful festival sites in the UK.

This intimate and independent festival boasts a distinct counter-cultural feel, with a passion for booking the freshest acts alongside surprisingly big names. It offers a laid-back way to see or if you feel like it gets up close and personal with your favourite acts,  

The 2025 lineup is headlined by the revolutionary jazz-fusion ensemble Ezra Collective, whose innovative sound has garnered international acclaim. Fresh from their awe-inspiring Wembley show, Mercury Prize win, and four Brit Award nominations, Ezra Collective’s music is a masterful blend of jazz, afrobeat, and soul, characterized by infectious grooves, intricate melodies, and an irrepressible energy that invites all to dance. Their seamless fusion of traditional jazz with modern influences positions them as one of the most exciting and important acts on the UK music scene today.

Joining the festivities will be the French house maestro Folamour, renowned for his soulful and emotive sound, as well as his captivating onstage charisma, making his performance an absolute must-see. The lineup continues to impress with the inclusion of drum & bass pioneers Roni Size, Fabio & Grooverider, funk and soul luminary Craig Charles, Chicago house legend Derrick Carter, and the iconic hip-hop royalty, The Sugarhill Gang.

Down on the farm, you can also discover some of Manchester’s finest tastemakers, including the deep Digging Mr. Scruff, Luke Una,rubbing shoulders with  Haçienda legends Graeme Park, DJ Paulette, and Jon Dasilva. World music is also well represented, with dynamic performances and vibrant grooves from the likes of Ibibio Sound Machine, who blend traditional Nigerian sounds with contemporary electronic and disco elements. Complementing Ezra Collective and Ibibio Sound Machine, the eclectic lineup also features bands such as Afroquaoi, Dr. Meaker, and Riot Jazz, each bringing their unique sound to the festival’s distinctive “Barn Stage.”

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In addition to these renowned acts, the real beauty of festivals lies in the discovery of emerging talent. The Moovin team has searched far and wide, taking pride in booking lesser-known artists and providing them with a platform to shine. You’ll have the chance to experience unique performances from artists you may not have heard of, including the beautiful reggae beats of Lavender Fields, the soulful blend of jazz and hip hop from Witch Prophet, and the hauntingly alluring music of Marie Franc. Each of these incredible women possesses a remarkable voice that Moovin is delighted to showcase.

Moovin Festival is an independent, counter-culture gathering set in a unique setting on what was once an old dairy farm. The festival’s main stage is a converted barn, complete with straw bales for lounging while sipping a reasonably priced £5 pint. Located just 30 minutes from Manchester and Sheffield, yet feeling like a world away, the festival offers a tranquil escape from urban chaos. Situated at the eco-friendly Whitebottom Farm, festival-goers traverse through a magical canopy of trees, past lakes teeming with beautiful birds, and are welcomed by a breathtaking gorge at the entrance.

Attendees can expect a lot of quirkiness and a host of amazing DJS and bands playing across cutting-edge sound systems alongside holistic healing treatments, yoga sessions, and captivating circus performances, all infused with a warm and welcoming vibe. There are no VIP areas, no overbearing security teams—just a hint of 90s free party magic and a close-knit community of music lovers who welcome everyone with open arms. While the lineups are impressive, the capacity is intentionally limited, a belief upheld by the promoters to maintain an intimate and inclusive atmosphere. This results in a compact and personal festival that retains its raw independence while being built with genuine love and care.

And at just £135 for a weekend ticket, you’d be hard-pressed to find better value for money at any festival this summer! With three full days of music, art, and self-expression on offer, Moovin Festival offers a combination of quality and affordability. 

With walkabout performers, fire shows, morning gong baths, and yoga classes—just to scratch the surface—there is so much more to explore at Moovin Festival. All wrapped in a unique free-spirited vibe that defies easy description, Moovin Festival truly is like no Udder!

Andre 3000, Lianne La Havas + more special guests announced for Loyle Carner at All Points East

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London’s celebrated music festival Uber One presents All Points East is excited to welcome the revered artist and inimitable live performer Loyle Carner, coming to Victoria Park on Saturday 17 August. Loyle co-curated the East, West and North Stages, and will be joined by an incredible supporting line-up revealed today: including André 3000, Lianne La Havas, Flying Lotus, Cymande, Glass Beams, berlioz (DJ set), Nubya Garcia, Songer, Lola Young, MRCY, Dana and Alden and Bricknasty.

These huge names are in addition to previously announced special guests Nas, Ezra Collective, Sainté, Joe James, ENNY and Navy Blue.

Best known as one half of the hip-hop duo OutKast, alongside rapper Big Boi, the legendary André 3000 is widely recognised for his unique and innovative approach to music, incorporating various genres into OutKast’s sound, including hip-hop, funk, soul, and jazz. André 3000 gained fame in the 1990s as OutKast released a series of critically acclaimed albums, such as ATLiens and Aquemini. The duo came into prominence with their 2003 double album Speakerboxxx/The Love Below, which featured the global hit single ‘Hey Ya!’ and showcased André’s versatility, blending elements of R&B, funk, and pop.

Last year, André 3000 shook the musical world with the release of New Blue Sun. His first solo debut album and first musical release in nearly two decades saw André 3000 switch out the singing and rapping he was known for with Outkast, to defy expectations with experimental flute playing. Co-produced with percussionist Carlos Niño, it also featured contributions from keyboardist Surya Botofasina and guitarist Nate Mercereau. Many of those featured on the record joined André for a run of US shows earlier this year, marking his first tour outside of Outkast – and we are extremely excited that he’s now bringing this show to the UK.

All Points East will be his first UK show in a decade and the first place to hear the brilliant and critically-acclaimed instrumental album. Of the new surprise record, Pitchfork said “The rapper and now flautist’s debut solo album is an 87-minute devotional to new age, ambient jazz, and spiritual discovery. It’s beautiful, demanding, and among the most fascinating artistic left turns in recent memory.”

English singer/songwriter and guitarist Lianne La Havas arrived in the early 2010s with a mostly acoustic and hushed hybrid of alternative folk and soul. Influenced by the likes of Lauryn Hill and Nina Simone, she found success with the release of her debut album, Is Your Love Big Enough?, which reached No. 5 in the UK and earned her a nomination for the BBC Sound of 2012 poll. She has continued to refine her increasingly distinctive style with Blood (2015), a No. 2 UK hit nominated for a Grammy, and her third LP, Lianne La Havas (2020).

Steve Ellison, known to the world as Flying Lotus, is a Grammy-nominated musician, filmmaker, and founder of the Brainfeeder label. A sonic and visual storyteller, we’ve heard and seen the sights and sounds of the worlds he’s built over the course of six genre-redefining studio albums, a collection of surreal music videos, and through his own film projects like the experimental horror comedy anthology Kuso. In a revitalised LA music scene that saw hip-hop, jazz, a burgeoning beat culture, and electronic music co-mingling, Flying Lotus was at the centre of it all – he lent his talents to transplants too, collaborating with and influencing friends and fellow iconoclasts including Mac Miller and Donald Glover, all the while bringing the sounds of the LA scene from the fringes to the mainstream.

Described as “spiritual…versatile…smooth, sweet and very different”, no-one has yet to sum up the unique sound of Cymande in one simple word or phrase. Nyah-Rock, Afro-Rock, even Calypso Rock have been used to categorise their music, but Cymande is just simply Cymande. Formed over 40 years ago by Steve Scipio and Patrick Patterson, the band was made up of nine self-taught Caribbean born, London based musicians. Cymande, who continue to reach new audiences and are being embraced by yet another breed of fan, are currently working on new music to be released later in 2024 – let’s hope All Points East gets a first listen!

Hailing from Melbourne, Australia, Glass Beams have attracted attention not only for their swirling riffs – a mix of hypnotic Western psychedelia and the style and instrumentation of Indian music – but for their striking on-stage personas as well, hidden behind gold-plated masks. It wasn’t until shortly before the release of the group’s second EP, 2024’s Mahal, that the band’s leader chose to make his identity known: songwriter/guitarist Rajan Silva. As the founding member, Silva formed a trio with two as-yet unidentified musicians to form Glass Beams.

This special Saturday in Victoria Park will also see a DJ set from the mysterious berlioz, plus a performance from one of the progenitors of 21st century British jazz, Nubya Garcia. Also on the bill is Songer, Lola Young, MRCY, Dana and Alden, and Bricknasty.

Loyle Carner has graced massive festival shows and venues across the UK and beyond in 2023, with the Wembley OVO Arena in London a career standout. This was followed by a string of packed out festival appearances over the summer, including a headline slot at Glastonbury’s West Holts stage,  Primavera Sound and most recently, the legendary Royal Albert Hall. All Points East follows a string of rapidly sold-out shows across the capital, and will be a continuation and evolution of his esteemed live performance legacy.
With multiple Mercury and Brits nominations, NME Awards and appearances in global brand campaigns, Carner has had an undoubtedly meteoric rise to the top, culminating with his critically lauded 2022 album hugo charting at No. 3 in the UK album chart.

Known for immensely engaging live performances and collaborations with other notable acts, Carner played a significant role in the UK rap scene’s growth and evolution. His impact on music, his dedication to important causes and his continued contributions to the industry have solidified his reputation as a respected and influential figure in British music. With over 790 million global streams – 338 million from the UK – over 657,000 album sales, more than 40 million YouTube views and over 800,000 social media followers, Loyle Carner continues to stake his claim as one of the most accomplished British rappers in history. The All Points East performance is his only London live date for 2024 and is going to be his biggest yet.

Each year, All Points East delivers an epic line up of world class headliners, exceptionally curated supporting line ups and big exclusives. 2024 will be no different – with headliners Kaytranada (Friday 16 August), Loyle Carner (Saturday 17 August), Mitski (Sunday 18 August), LCD Soundsystem (Friday 23 August), APE presents Field Day (Saturday 24 August) and The Postal Service / Death Cab For Cutie (Sunday 25 August).
All Points East’s free community midweek entertainment, In the NBHD, is back for 2024. Including an outdoor cinema, live music, sports and wellbeing, kids and family activities, and much more – full details to come soon!