Bilbao BBK Live has unveiled the first wave of artists for its 2027 edition, once again bringing together some of the most exciting and influential names in international music alongside the very best of Spain’s thriving musical community. Set high above the city on the spectacular Mount Kobetamendi, the festival continues to offer one of Europe’s most distinctive festival experiences: a meeting point for music, art, culture and discovery, all against the backdrop of Spain’s most vibrant city.
Leading the first wave of names is The xx, whose atmospheric, emotionally charged sound has made them one of the defining British bands of their generation. With their unmistakable blend of electronic, indie minimalism and spellbinding songwriting, their return to the festival stage is set to be one of the standout moments of next summer. Tracks such as ‘Crystalised’, ‘Intro’, ‘Angels’ and ‘On Hold’ have become modern indie classics, cementing their reputation as one of the most influential and distinctive bands of the past two decades. Joining them are Pixies, the legendary alternative rock pioneers whose influence continues to reverberate across generations of musicians. With an extraordinary catalogue spanning ‘Where Is My Mind?’, ‘Debaser’, ‘Here Comes Your Man’ and ‘Monkey Gone to Heaven’,their Bilbao appearance promises a celebration of one of alternative music’s most celebrated bands.
Also heading to Bilbao is Teddy Swims, whose extraordinary voice and genre-spanning blend of soul, pop and R&B have made him one of the most exciting breakout artists of recent years. Following the global success of ‘Lose Control’, which became a worldwide hit, Teddy has established himself as a formidable live performer, combining powerful vocals with an infectious stage presence. Heading to Bilbao BBK Live following the anticipated release of his new album ‘Ugly’, expect a standout moment from one of this generation’s true voices. The War on Drugs bring their expansive, widescreen rock sound to Kobetamendi for a Spanish exclusive performance, with a catalogue of soaring anthems and richly layered songs that have established them and founder Adam Granduciel as one of the most acclaimed and influential artists of the past 20 years. The first wave also welcomes alt-J, whose singular approach to alternative music has captivated audiences across the globe over the course of an award-winning career; and Two Door Cinema Club, whose infectious indie anthems have blazed a trail with singalong festival anthems ready made for moments such as Bilbao BBK Live 2027. One of America’s defining songwriters Jack Johnson brings a more laid-back but no less compelling presence to Bilbao BBK Live, with his sun-soaked tales such as ‘Better Together’ and ‘Good People’ ready to swoon crowds in a stunning fashion next summer.
Electronic music and club culture remain central to the Bilbao BBK Live experience, with another impressive collection of international talent confirmed. Belgian techno powerhouse Amelie Lens presents AURA, brings her uncompromising approach to electronic music to the festival for a production that needs to be experienced in one of the world’s most unique and stunning festival locations. Bonobo comes to Bilbao for a shimmering cut on a career that has seen him become one of the most celebrated and beloved names in boundary-pushing electronica, while DJ Shadow celebrates 30 years of ‘Endtroducing…..’, marking three decades of one of the most influential and groundbreaking albums in electronic music history. A landmark work that redefined the possibilities of sampling and instrumental hip-hop, its anniversary provides a particularly special addition to Bilbao BBK Live 2027.
Packed with depth, Bilbao BBK Live’s first wave of names for 2027 is one filled with genre-blending sounds, artists breaking into bold new chapters, the most exciting voices in modern alternative culture and more from across the globe. Unbridled live favourites such as Fat Dog, Antony Szmierek and Frost Children bring their own unique take on alternative-meets-electronic culture for a full throttle party that’ll command attention at the festival next summer, whilst UK breakthrough titans Keo head to Mount Kobetamendi following the chart-smashing release of their debut album ‘Put A Smile On For Me’. Sofia Isella continues her rise to the very top with an appearance in Bilbao next summer, whilst Violet Grohl drops her emphatic 90s-rock cuts as a part of a huge 12 months that has seen her command stages across the planet. paris jackson brings her powerful voice to Bilbao BBK Live in 2027, as does The Womack Sisters, Los Bitchos, Genesis Owusu, Sofia & The Antoinettes, Saint Levant, Ari Abdul and many more.
As ever, Bilbao BBK Live places the Spanish music scene firmly at the heart of its programme, showcasing the artists shaping the country’s musical landscape alongside some of the biggest names in international music. Among the first Spanish artists announced are Barry B – who at 2026’s festival provided one of the standout moments of the weekend with his surprise set atop the festival’s central hill. Viva Suecia, one of the country’s most successful contemporary rock bands, whose soaring choruses and emotionally charged performances have earned them a devoted following; and Alcalá Norte, whose distinctive post-punk sound and sharp songwriting have made them one of the most talked-about new bands in Spain.
It comes together for a festival that’s primed to become a true destination for music fans from across Europe and beyond. Doing what it’s done since the very beginning, Bilbao BBK Live fizzes with the energy, passion and atmosphere that comes from the city of Bilbao – the festival’s picturesque location nestled up Mount Kobetamendi overlooking a skyline like no others. Only 10 minutes walking from the city itself, each note and vibration hits like a calling siren to the world. Celebrating the trailblazers and thrill-seekers that come to define the cultural conversation, Bilbao BBK Live is doing what few other festivals can. Uniting differences with a new story to tell at every turn.
Across its stages, the festival brings together established icons, emerging talent, electronic innovators and artists from across the musical spectrum, creating an experience that is as much about discovery as it is about seeing favourite artists perform. From the atmosphere of its open-air stages to its late-night club culture and the wider creative spirit of Bilbao, every edition offers something unexpected.
With this first announcement, Bilbao BBK Live 2027 once again underlines its position as one of Europe’s most distinctive summer festival destinations: a celebration of music without boundaries, bringing together artists, audiences and cultures from across the world in one extraordinary location.
With many more artists still to be announced, Bilbao BBK Live 2027 promises another unmissable gathering on the slopes of Mount Kobetamendi.
ANNOUNCED TODAY
THE XX – TEDDY SWIMS – PIXIES
THE WAR ON DRUGS
alt-J – AMELIE LENS PRESENTS AURA – BONOBO – JACK JOHNSON – TWO DOOR CINEMA CLUB – VIVA SUECIA
ALCALÁ NORTE – ANTONY SZMIEREK – ARI ABDUL – BARRY B – DJ SHADOW Celebrates 30 Years Of Endtroducing….. – FAT DOG – FROST CHILDREN – GENESIS OWUSU – INDABE – KEO – LAAZA – LOS BITCHOS – MALA GESTIÓN – MARTIN – MERINA GRIS – MUSTBEJOHN – NØGEN – OXIS – PARIS JACKSON – SAINT LEVANT – SEXY ZEBRAS – SOFIA ISELLA – SOFIA & THE ANTOINETTES – SUA – VIOLET GROHL – THE WOMACK SISTERS – TOC – ZEATIKEZ
TICKETS
The exclusive sale for previous festival attendees, the Fan Sale and the general sale are now available on the festival website.
Exclusive Previous Attendees & Fan Pass: €155 + booking fees
General Sale Pass: €175 + booking fees
Cuadrilla Pass: €146 + booking fees per pass (buy 5 passes and get 6)
EYCA Gaztea Pass: €140 + booking fees
4-night camping pass: €40 + booking fees
Free admission for children under 11 (registration form must be completed in advance)
Tickets available at bilbaobbklive.com and Fever Up
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