In 2026, The Afghan Whigs – still the most soulful rock band to emerge from the 1990s – celebrate their 40th anniversary. Since their comeback in 2012 (with a phenomenal concert at Cactusfestival 2014), Greg Dulli and co. have been sharper than ever! Since then,… Lees verder »The Afghan Whigs
You’re seeing it right: for the first time, a rapper is taking the top ranks of the Cactusfestival line-up. Zwangere Guy a.k.a. ZG a.k.a. Papa ZG a.k.a. Papucho is nothing less than a phenomenon. With STIKSTOF, he has been telling grim stories from the capital… Lees verder »Zwangere Guy
STONE from Liverpool is blowing a fresh wind through the alternative rock scene with their combination of youthful swagger and killer songs. Their mix of the energy of punk and hardcore with honest, unpolished lyrics and catchy hooks is immediately recognizable and wildly infectious. With… Lees verder »STONE
Let’s show our true colors: since their hit ‘Daggers’, High Hi has been our favourite Belgian indie pop treat. The Antwerp-based band, consisting of Anne-Sophie Ooghe (vocals, guitar), Dieter Beerten (vocals, drums) and Koen Weverbergh (bass), knows better than anyone how to combine experimentation and… Lees verder »High Hi