Review and Photos: RADAR Festival 2025 – Saturday
RADAR Festival 2025 brought a whirlwind of musical talent and energy on Saturday, showcasing a diverse lineup of bands across multiple stages. The day kicked off with Break Fifty setting a heavy tone with their brutal sounds on the Sneak Energy Stage, while VMBRA from Manchester captivated the audience with their progressive fusion on the Kerrang! stage, blending elements of blues, heavy riffs, and stunning vocal harmonies.
Pintglass returned to RADAR Festival with an even more intense performance on the Kerrang! stage, featuring fiery lighting and unrelenting sound. Air Drawn Dagger from Sheffield drew the crowd in with their passionate performance, incorporating punk attitude, personal moments, and unexpected covers of iconic hits like The Prodigy’s “Omen” and Britney Spears’ “Toxic.”
Oceans Ate Alaska delivered crushing breakdowns and opened up about mental health struggles, adding depth to their modern metalcore sound. LASTELLE’s post-hardcore setlist on the Sneak Energy stage invited fans into shadows and uplifting moments. Novelists captured the crowd’s attention with their dramatic energy and dedicated fanbase, marked by lively interactions like volleyball games and a crowd surfing dinosaur.
The night transitioned into a prog paradise with Arch Echo’s intricate melodies and Intervals’ immersive instrumental music on the Kerrang! stage. Shelf Lives brought a playful presence to the Sneak Energy stage with their electro-punk performance, featuring electronic beats and witty charisma.
Headlining the Sneak Energy stage, Annisokay showcased their catchy hooks and heavy rhythms, engaging the crowd with a mix of new tracks and fan favorites. Normandie stepped in last minute to deliver an electrifying alt-rock set on the Kerrang! stage, closing out the night with a high-powered performance filled with electronic elements and infectious energy.
Despite the challenges of lineup changes and unexpected issues, RADAR Festival 2025 continued to be a celebration of music, highlighting the talent and diversity within the rock scene. Each act brought something unique to the stage, creating an unforgettable experience for fans and performers alike. The festival’s success was a testament to the resilience and passion of the rock community, proving that the music will always prevail, even in the face of adversity.