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Madness set to rock Brighton's On The Beach Festival
Madness are the latest headliners confirmed for this summer's On The Beach series in Brighton.
Madness have been confirmed as the headliners for this year’s On The Beach Festival, taking over Brighton Beach on July 24.
The beloved North London band will bring their new live spectacle, Madrophenia, to the seafront event, which runs from 2pm until 10.30pm. More acts are set to be announced in the coming weeks.
Pre‑sale tickets open on February 4 at 10am, with general sale following on February 5 at 10am. Sign up here.
Speaking about the show, Madness said: “Brighton beach in July – the sea, the sunshine, Madness and yous… That’s not just a concert, that’s a proper British summer experience,” urging fans to arrive early for what they promise will be a packed line‑up.
With more than 15 UK Top 10 singles, three chart‑topping albums and classics including Our House, It Must Be Love and Baggy Trousers, Madness remain one of Britain’s most enduring and best‑loved bands. Their high‑energy live shows have become part of UK music folklore, from their appearances on Top of the Pops to performing on the roof of Buckingham Palace.
On The Beach, now entering its sixth year, has quickly become a major fixture on the festival calendar.
Since launching in 2021, it has hosted sold‑out sets from Fatboy Slim, Moby, Chase and Status, Royal Blood, The Libertines, Kaiser Chiefs and more. This year has already seen Fatboy Slim sell out three dates in pre‑sale, with Moby and The Maccabees also confirmed.
