First Names Announced For Focus Wales 2024

Get ready for the 13th edition of FOCUS Wales, the acclaimed new music showcase, happening from May 9th to 11th, 2024. Transforming Wrexham into a buzzing music haven, this festival is set to attract over 20,000 music enthusiasts with a lineup featuring 250+ acts from Wales and across the globe.

The opening night on May 9th kicks off with The Royston Club's grand homecoming at Llwyn Isaf, promising an unforgettable show after a year marked by a sold-out UK tour and a debut album hitting the UK top 20. Meanwhile, The Rockin Chair will be taken over by the mesmerizing Snapped Ankles, and St Giles’ Parish Church will host the enchanting triple harpist Cerys Hafana.

On May 10th, catch The Mysterines, fresh from sharing the stage with Arctic Monkeys, as they gear up for the release of their highly anticipated second album. The co-headlining spectacle features the otherworldly Flamingods, two-time Welsh music prize winners Adwaith, and troubadour Willy Mason.

Saturday, May 11th, sees the iconic Spiritualized headlining the Llwyn Isaf Stage with their 10th studio album. Joining them are Welsh bands ISLET and Seazoo, along with explosive San Francisco alt-rock band Deerhoof. St Giles Church hosts Guardian Folk Album of the Year winner Angeline Morrison and Welsh singer-songwriter The Gentle Good.

The festival lineup is bursting with talent, including Adjua, Aleighcia Scott, Annie Dressner, Baby Brave, Banshi, Benefits, and many more. Representing a global array of musical styles, FOCUS Wales 2024 promises an unforgettable experience with artists from Australia, Basque Country, Canada, England, Ghana, Ireland, Mexico, New Zealand, Romania, South Korea, and the USA.

Learn more about the 70 artists revealed today and secure your tickets atwww.focuswales.com