2026 Bands

Ethan De Vito is a 13-year-old performer who studies at The Academy Watford where he is developing his passion for musical theatre andperformance.

His recent credits include winning Croxley’s got Talent at Croxley Danes School and appearing as Professor Callahan in their production of Legally Blonde. Beyond the stage, Ethan is well known within the local community for his work with primary schools, where he is a passionate advocate for neurodiversity, using his own experiences to inspire and encourage others.

Ethan would also like to give a huge thank you to his incredible piano teacher, Flo Georgiou, for her unwavering support, encouragement and belief in him.

Ethan is absolutely delighted to be making his Croxfest debut and hopes you enjoy the performance!

With groovy rhythms and melodic vocals, GreenNote deliver a blend of funk, soul, pop and R&B that will keep you moving from the opener to the encore.

Featuring hits from artists such as James Brown, Stevie Wonder, Tina Turner and many more, this five piece band born and bred in Croxley combine tight rhythms and powerhouse horns and melodies into a soulful performance.

We are all so excited to play this year and look forward to seeing the best of Croxley out in full force.

Ember are a dynamic young rock band from Aylesbury, made up of talented Year 11 musicians who are already making a name for themselves on the local live music scene.

Despite their age, the band have built an impressive reputation as seasoned live performers, with appearances at festivals and events including Towersey Fringe, Aylesbury Parklife, Bledfest, Kop Hill Climb, and Thame Music in the Park. They have also performed at renowned venues such as The Camden Club in London and The Horn in St Albans.

Known for their explosive energy, confident stage presence, and powerful performances, Ember secured a coveted Top 3 finish in last year’s Bucks Battle of the Bands Under-18 competition, standing out among more than 40 competing bands. With a growing list of high-profile performances and an ever-expanding fanbase, Ember are rapidly establishing themselves as one of Buckinghamshire’s most exciting emerging rock bands.

Beau Madison is a 22-year-old emerging pop artist from London. From an early age, Beau had a strong passion for music and began writing songs when she was just 13 years old. Influenced by the likes of Ariana Grande, Zara Larsson and Dua Lipa, Beau’s style can be described as upbeat pop, characterized by catchy melodies and relatable lyrics.

Monday’s Monsoon are a London-based band weaving together dreamy, folky indie-rock with introspective lyricism and soulful songs that explore hope, nostalgia and longing.  Drawing influence from artists like Elbow, Fink, John Butler, and Radiohead, the band has carved out a sound that feels both grounded and ethereal.  It’s music built for deep introspection yet filled with roaring moments of triumph that demand to be shared.

Many Bats are a four-piece rock/pop outfit from St Albans, UK, delivering razor-sharp hooks, ragged melodies, and stripped-down songs that feel both timeless and tightly wound. The band channels the raw energy of CBGB-era New York, garage sensibility, the  emotional weight of Americana, and the infectious grooves of classic power pop—all tied together with a DIY ethos and a touch of comic book flair.

Their music has been compared to The Velvet Underground, Big Star, Television, early Talking Heads, Blondie, X, and even The Pixies, thanks to their unexpected left turns and melodic sophistication beneath the grit.

Playing the funky music of James Brown, Maceo, Fred Wesley and other legends of Soul and Funk and Motown.

Brimming with soulful energy, Lickin Stick give their own take on the Godfather of Funk with some sweet jams.

Expect anything from I Feel Good to Soul Man. Perfect for Festivals, playing music to dance to and drive your funky soul.

With Infectious rhythms. Mercurial guitars. Driving bass grooves. Euphoric synth and vocals. Silent Rogues are a fresh four-piece band from Cambridgeshire playing exciting new indie grooves that draw on influences like Primal Scream, Django Django, Kasabian, MGMT, Empire of the Sun & Duran Duran.

Since their debut to an impressive crowd at the St Neots Festival 24’, the Rogues have gone from strength to strength, delivering mesmerising shows at venues across the region, including Bedford Esquires, Cambridge Junction, The Portland Arms, Club 85, The Horn St Albans and The Six Six Bar Cambridge.

Silent Rogues have now released four singles, with their latest single “Tantalise” getting good reception & radio play. A remix of their debut single Riot is coming out on August 7th.

Break The Silence are a high-energy, female-fronted 5-piece rock and pop covers band bringing crowd-pleasing hits from the 60s to today. Based between London and Hertfordshire, they regularly perform across the region. Break The Silence are guaranteed to get festival crowds singing, dancing, and wanting more. Get ready for big tunes, big guitars, and big singalongs delivering an unforgettable set packed with anthems.

Our Friends Electric specialise in the synth/pop music of the early 80s. From Depeche Mode to Simple Minds, through The Human League, Eurythmics and ABC, they authentically reproduce the often-eclipsed tracks and seminal classics of that decade.

Formed in 2009, their alternative approach to 80s music has been a successful formula that has set them apart from other bands in the same genre and has seen them play many prestigious music festivals, corporate events, weddings and private parties.

OFE celebrate the synth and one of the most creative periods of modern music history.