An unexpected addition to the upcoming Primavera Sound festival lineup has excited the audience. The headliners for the 2026 Barcelona-based festival include renowned bands such as My Bloody Valentine, The Cure, and Gorillaz, with other impressive acts like Geese, Wet Leg, and Yard Act also set to perform, along with some surprises.
However, there was some confusion regarding an artist positioned lower on the lineup who some believe should be headlining the event. Among the headliners announced were The xx, Addison Rae, and PinkPanthress, alongside Skrillex, Peggy Gou, Doja Cat, and Massive Attack.
The presence of an artist known for appearing in major Hollywood films among the lineup has sparked surprise, as many expected her to have a higher billing. Fans were puzzled to see Cara Delevingne placed between Geese frontman Cameron Winter and the acclaimed post-rock group caroline, questioning why the Hollywood star was not headlining.
Not only did fans express a desire for Delevingne to headline, but many also seemed unaware of her musical pursuits. Some comments included: “Cara Delevingne, what are you doing here?” and “Does she make music? I am so confused.”
A third individual shed light on Delevingne’s presence at Primavera Sound, mentioning her background as a singer/songwriter and drummer. They revealed details about her past albums, soundtrack work, production collaborations, and her recent involvement with Fiona Apple’s 2021 album.
Anticipation is building for Delevingne’s upcoming project set to debut next year, which is expected to feature prominently in her performance. The festival lineup, which includes artists like Big Thief and Baxter Dury, is highly anticipated by many attendees.
Attendees have expressed excitement over the diverse and quality lineup for next year’s festival. Comments such as “Impressive lineup. This is more my style compared to the 2025 one,” and “I envy those who will be attending. Such an amazing lineup with even the lesser-known artists being exceptional,” highlight the positive reception.
Others have hailed the lineup as one of the best in recent years, with one individual stating: “Incredible lineup. Possibly the best since 2022. MBV, The Cure, Gorillaz, Massive Attack, and the xx are top-tier headliners.”
