2024 Bands
The festival kicks off at 12 noon and runs until 8pm.
On stage: 12:00
Indigo Rocks is a dynamic band featuring talented musicians aged 14-17, playing high energy covers of rock and popular music. With a passion for performing, Indigo Rocks was set up after members of the band met when touring the UK with the School of Rock musical in 2021. Recent performances include the Claygate Gig on the Rec, Guildford and Haslemere fringe festivals and Acklam Village, Notting Hill. The band is really excited to be opening Croxfest 2024.
On stage: 12:40
Forming in 2022, The Prospect are a young, energetic Indie/Alt Rock band from Hertfordshire. The band consists of a powerful rhythm section made up of Jack Wilson’s aggressive drumming and Richard Pearsons lead bass playing style. Simple but heavy guitar riffs constructed by Ben Birch amplifies the rhythm section, the addition of second guitarist Ellie Hill has boosted the energy and sound of the band allowing for frontman Darius Mafi’s emotional melodies to cut through with personal lyrics written by the band. Early 2024 saw the release of The Prospect’s debut album ‘Mental Trousers’, the band now looks forward to the release of their new singles!
Members of the band have grown up in Croxley Green and attended Croxfest for as long as they can remember so it’s an absolute honour to be on the stage in 2024! Let’s make it huge!
On stage: 13:25
We are Velour Fog – a Schwarzenegger of Hard Rock serving you an ass-whoopin of Stone Cold riffs and tasty licks, with a side of Rap Metal and Funk. We bring the Smackdown with our beats, and ball-dropping bass packaged into one badass show.
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On stage: 14:10
Black Ridge is a youth rock band based in Bedford, known for their engaging performances. Their repertoire features songs from esteemed artists such as Red Hot Chili Peppers, Foo Fighters, Nirvana, and Radiohead, among others.
The band, which has been performing together for over two years, consists of four members: Olivia on vocals, Oscar on guitar, Sam on bass, and James on drums. Black Ridge loves to play live and share their passion for music with their audience, creating unforgettable experiences for their fans.
On stage: 14:55
Fronted by superb singer Anna, Cherry are a four piece covers band who’s varied background and influences merge to compile an eclectic set of popular rock, pop, soul and funk covers with lots in between.
Although they only got together in 2021, Cherry’s members have entertained across the Hertfordshire music scene in various bands between them over the years, and they have an impressively tight and effective way of getting you dancing, rocking and feeling all the feels!
On stage: 15:45
Apricot Hounds bring together a diverse range of musical influences to create a unique and captivating sound.
Each member draws on their own background and inspirations, resulting in an enchanting fusion of folk, rock, psychedelia, soul, jazz, and world rhythms.
On stage: 16:30
A 10 piece James Brown inspired Funk band comprised of two singers, horns and rhythm section. We want to play music for people to dance to. People get up and drive your funky soul.
Playing the music of James Brown, Maceo, Fred and the rest. Brimming with creative energy the Lickin Stick give their own take on the Godfather of Funk with some sweet jams and modern jiving grooves. Expect anything from ‘I Feel Good’ to ‘Cold Sweat’.
On stage: 17:25
The 9 piece Swanvesta Social Club is the UK’s number one Anglo Cuban band. They play Cuban music in an English style and English music in a Cuban style – but all of it in a unique interactive way, crossing folk, jazz, rock and pop barriers.
They have recorded two albums: the Inauthentic Sound of Cuba and Chihuahua, both available on Spotify, Amazon and CD at selected music shops; the video for their cover of “Cheap thrills” became a viral hit on Youtube in 2020.
In the past few years they have performed at festivals across the UK including Rickmansworth Canal Festival, the Acoustic Festival of Britain, Lakefest and Lechlade alongside artists such as Fairport Convention, Paul Young, The Kaiser Chiefs and James. They have been described by rock photographer Eric Hobson as “the perfect festival band” and Kim Wilde as ” excellent fun”. The Swanvesta Social Club is absolutely delighted to be playing at Croxfest this year.
On stage: 18:20
Harry T Pope is a 23-year-old independent artist from the village of Croxley Green.
With eclectic influences such as Billy Joel, The Beatles, Queen, My Chemical Romance, Jacob Collier, and George Michael, his music fuses catchy pop melodies with jazz harmony, rock energy, classical instrumentation, and soulful vocals. This approach is evident in the trio of singles he has released independently since his debut, ‘Stay Away’, in January.
On stage: 19:10
The Polaroidz play Post Punk, Indie, New Wave and Synth-Pop from the early 80’s and our set list is very dance orientated.
We cover a wide range of artists and our set is full of killer tunes sure to get the crowd singing and dancing……all cool and no cheese!
