Mad Cool Festival marks the countdown to its tenth anniversary with new lineup additions. With just five months to go the festival continues to release updates that builds the excitement for what promises to be one of the most special editions in its history.
To start, six new bands have been added to the line-up. They are the winners of the 11th edition of Mad Cool Talent by Vibra Mahou, a programme created by both brands to spotlight emerging talent.
CANDELA GÓMEZ, one of the most promising up-and-coming artists, will take to the stage on 9 July, bringing her fresh and vibrant style to the festival’s most pop-focused day. The 10 July programme, with a more rock-driven approach, will feature standout acts such as Georgian band TAPE VISITORS, alongside the energy of LOS BLODY and BABYLON. Completing this round of additions are BAD TOMATO and BREAK THE SENSES, from Portugal and Málaga respectively, who will showcase their full power and intensity on stage.
One of the main highlights of the festival’s tenth anniversary is the exclusive presence of a number of international artists. FOO FIGHTERS will return to Spain for the first time since 2017, performing their only show in the country. In addition, MOBY, FLORENCE + THE MACHINE, PULP, HALSEY and NICK CAVE & THE BAD SEEDS will deliver eagerly awaited performances that can only be seen at Mad Cool Festival.
The line-up also includes artists making their debut appearances in Madrid or Spain. Among them is JENNIE, the solo project of the Blackpink singer, one of the most anticipated names of this edition. Lorde will also perform in Madrid for the first time, presenting her new album Virgin.
They are joined by established acts such as TWENTY ONE PILOTS, ZARA LARSSON, A PERFECT CIRCLE, THE LAST DINNER PARTY, KASABIAN and RENÉE RAPP. As always, the undercard line-up offers a unique opportunity to discover new acts such as emerging talents including; CMAT, PALAYE ROYALE, HOLLY HUMBERSTONE, HOTWAX and CHLOE SLATER, among many others.
Mad Cool Festival will take place from 8th to 11th July 2026 at the Iberdrola Music venue in Madrid.
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