Lily Allen and Clipse Join Roskilde 2026

Roskilde Festival has just cranked up the anticipation for its 2026 edition, unveiling a massive wave of 25 new artists. Leading the charge are British pop icon Lily Allen and the long-awaited return of hip-hop titans Clipse, joining a heavyweight roster that already boasts the likes of Gorillaz, The Cure, and David Byrne.

A Definitive Moment on the Orange Stage

Lily Allen’s presence at Roskilde is more than just a headline booking; it’s a victory lap. Following the 2025 release of her critically acclaimed album “West End Girl”—her first studio effort in seven years—Allen has reclaimed her throne as the voice of British pop. The record, a raw and unflinching look at the dissolution of a marriage, has been hailed as her most profound work to date.

In a special festival exclusive, Allen will perform “West End Girl” in its entirety and in chronological order on the legendary Orange Stage on Saturday, July 4.

“We are thrilled to have Lily Allen perform at Roskilde Festival,” says Head of Music, Thomas Sønderby Jepsen. “With this album, she once again confirms her position as one of the defining voices in British pop.”

The Return of Clipse and Global Explorations

The announcement also solidifies Roskilde’s reputation for hip-hop excellence with the addition of Clipse. Brothers Pusha T and Malice recently shook the industry with their Grammy-nominated comeback album “Let God Sort Em Out”, marking their first collaborative project in over 15 years.

True to Roskilde’s DNA, the line-up spans the entire sonic and geographic spectrum:

• The Heavy Hitters: Grindcore pioneers Napalm Death and rising UK star Jim Legxacy.
• The Innovators: Norwegian duo Smerz, experimentalist Jane Remover, and the Latin-infused club textures of Nick León.
• Global Sounds: From the punk-infused rumba of Congo’s Kin’Gongolo Kiniata to the Thai psychedelic garage rock of Khana Bierbood.

With 74 artists from 26 countries now confirmed, the 2026 program is shaping up to be one of the festival’s most diverse yet. As a non-profit powerhouse, Roskilde continues to prove that music isn’t just about the beat—it’s about the culture.