This year’s headliners, Scottish indie alchemists Swim School, have drawn inspiration from icons as diverse as Taylor Swift and Metallica but the trio’s unique dream-grunge sound puts them up there with the likes of Wolf Alice, Slowdive and Foals. With three EPs and a mixtape to date and a tour supporting Irish chart-topping garage-rockers Inhaler under their belt, Swim School will no doubt be performing material from their highly anticipated self-titled debut album due later this year.

 

Taking place in venues across Middlesbrough including Teesside University Students’ Union and Middlesbrough Town Hall Crypt, Twisterella’s metropolitan, multi-venue format offers value and convenience to festival goers, providing them with a unique opportunity to witness numerous incredible performances throughout the day. In the decade since its inception, the event has become a central part of the North East’s thriving music scene and was recognised with an AIF Independent Festival Award in 2019 for its innovative approach to developing and showcasing new talent.