After a record breaking amount of submissions we are proud to share Wychwood's 2025 Apply To Play artists – sharing a stage with James, Shed Seven and Doves!

Over 2250 applied and some very tough choices were made. However, we’re proud to announce the Apply To Play artists gracing the Main Stage and Garden Stage at Wychwood Festival 2025! Who knows, you may discover the headliners of tomorrow!

Aderyn

Saturday, Garden Stage

Glitter boots. Indie pop bangers. Total charisma.

Straight out of the Brecon Beacons, Aderyn is a rising star of the UK indie scene – dubbed ‘Cardiff's Queen of Indie Pop’ by Radar Magazine. Her music channels the spirit of '90s teen movie soundtracks, laced with witty, sardonic lyrics and undeniable hooks. From her grunge roots as a drummer to full-blown art-pop frontwoman, Aderyn's sparkly live shows are pure fun and catharsis. With support from BBC Radio 1, 6 Music and Radio X – and a Welsh Music Prize Triskell Award in hand – she’s absolutely one to watch.

Big Sky Orchestra

Sunday, Main Stage

Improvisation, exploration and serious vibes.

The UK’s only original jam band, Big Sky Orchestra channel the spirit of the '60s West Coast with a modern twist. Their shows are part rock gig, part spiritual experience – with improvised sections that evolve in real-time, fed by audience energy and musical intuition. With a line-up featuring jazz, classical and experimental players, the result is something truly unique. Following support slots for legendary band Love, a string of sell-out headline shows and an upcoming UK tour, BSO are ready to take Wychwood on a wild, musical journey.

IDestroy

Sunday, Garden Stage

Riotous. Relentless. Unmissable.

Bristol punk trio IDestroy have built a fierce reputation for high-energy live shows, playing over 400 gigs across the UK, Europe and Asia – including sold-out tours in South Korea and Germany. They’ve shared stages with Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes, Skindred, The Subways and more, and brought the house down at major festivals like Download, 2000 Trees and The Great Escape. Their self-titled debut album, featuring standout singles All My Friends Are Plastic and 100 Sounds, has earned major radio support from BBC Radio 1, 6 Music and Kerrang! Radio. Get ready for explosive riffs, swagger, and a whole lot of noise.

Jodie O

Saturday, Main Stage

Raw. Reflective. Soulful.

Combining indie folk warmth with alt-rock edge, Jodie O's music is an emotional deep dive, shaped by personal experience and poetic lyricism. Inspired by the likes of Radiohead, Lana Del Rey and Alex Turner, her songs are packed with vulnerability and strength in equal measure. At just 23, she's already forging a sound that's intimate yet powerful, with a debut release on the horizon. One for fans of introspective storytelling and ethereal melodies.

Pocket Sun

Friday, Main Stage

Dreamy textures. Hypnotic grooves. Total immersion.

Drawing from a rich palette of synth-pop, psychedelia and jazz, Bristol-based Pocket Sun craft lush, immersive soundscapes that feel like stepping into a dream. Their debut album Mirror In Blue Light (2024) was celebrated with a sold-out hometown show and international acclaim – with support from CLASH, Crack Magazine, and airplay as far as Nashville and Japan. Led by vocalist/synth-player Gina Marie Tratt, Pocket Sun are known for their stunning live visuals, ambient melodies and unique scent experience (!) – truly a multi-sensory journey.

Roscoe Street

Sunday, Main Stage

Funk meets indie rock. Bring your dancing shoes.

One of the hottest new bands to come out of Liverpool, Roscoe Street are setting the scene ablaze with their irresistible blend of funk, indie and R&B. Think, Foals meets Red Hot Chili Peppers – with saxophone hooks and grooves you can’t stand still to. Their student anthem Another Glass has already made waves, and with more singles and gigs in the pipeline, this six-piece are heading for big things. Catch them at Wychwood while you can.

Sophie & The Sticks

Friday, Main Stage

Soulful pop with jazz-infused flair.

Born out of a serendipitous open mic night in Cheltenham, Sophie & The Sticks blend piano-led pop with blues, jazz, and indie elements. With standout tracks like Money and Square One, the trio have already graced stages at Cheltenham Jazz Festival and London’s iconic Bedford. Sophie's captivating vocals, combined with dynamic percussion and guitar work, make for a truly engaging live experience. With a debut EP due in 2025, they’re just getting started.

Truck

Friday, Garden Stage

Grit, groove and anthemic indie hooks.

Cheltenham’s own Truck bring a fresh fusion of indie rock, emo and country influences, carving out their place on stages around the UK. From Dot to Dot Festival to the O2 Academy Oxford, they’ve already made their mark – with BBC Introducing and This Feeling throwing support behind their rise. Their latest single Spit It Out, recorded at the legendary Abbey Road Studios, is packed with punch and polish, courtesy of producer Tayte Nickols and mastering legend Robin Schmidt (The 1975, Biffy Clyro). Big sounds from a band going places.

We’ve put all our Apply To Play artists in one handy Spotify playlist too!