SPANGLED: BRINGING THE PARTY BACK TO THIS FEELING’S 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY AT THE ISLE OF WIGHT STAGE

Few festival stages capture the energy of grassroots guitar music quite like This Feeling. Across the UK, it has built a reputation for championing bands who bring raw, unapologetic passion to the stage giving them the platform to make their mark.

Celebrating its 10th year at the Isle of Wight Festival, This Feeling continues to be a home for emerging talent, and this year’s lineup is stacked with bands ready to make an impact. Among them is Spangled, a group known for their high-energy performances, chaotic charm, and commitment to having a laugh while delivering unforgettable tunes.

Returning to the festival, Spangled is set to take on This Feeling’s legendary stage once again. Northern Exposure caught up with them to talk about their journey, what makes This Feeling special, and what’s coming next.

How does it feel to be playing on the This Feeling stage, especially during such a milestone year for the festival?

Feels like a proper family reunion. The TF stage is the place to be at Isle of Wight it’s never had a lineup quite like this before. Getting asked back by Mikey means a lot. He’s been with us since day one, supporting us and so many other bands along the way.

How has This Feeling influenced your journey as a band?

It’s been the beacon of hope that kept us going. A reminder that any band can make it if they keep pushing forward. They want to see you succeed, which is rare in the industry.

Can you describe your band’s journey, who you are, where you come from, and what you stand for?

All the gear, no idea. Started making music, had a breakdown, bon appétit, James Acaster sums it up perfectly. We stand for having a laugh, making noise, and not taking ourselves too seriously.

Have you been to the Isle of Wight Festival before? What memories stand out?

It’s a tricky one, some of the best memories, some of the worst. This time, it feels like a proper homecoming. A chance to take it all in and enjoy it the way we always wanted to, alongside so many incredible artists.

What does playing This Feeling mean for your music and your connection with audiences?

The crowds we’ve built through This Feeling are unreal—loyal, wholesome, and always growing. We don’t know how it happens, it just does. Long may it continue. TF gigs are like a melting pot of good people and good vibes, and that’s exactly what live music should be.

Which bands or artists are you most excited to see at the festival this year?

Fitzroy Holt, the GOAT. The Slates and the Cases lads too. Would’ve loved to catch The Assist, but we had to book an early ferry since Monday slots were all taken. They were unreal when we saw them a few weeks ago in Manchester. Honestly, we’ll probably spend most of the festival at the TF stage it’s where the magic happens.

How does preparing for a festival set differ from getting ready for a regular gig?

A lot more prep involving beer. A festival is like a 100m sprint how many pints can you down before you hit the stage? A regular gig is more of a marathon.

What’s coming up next for you after the festival new music, tours, or any major plans?

Biggest gig of our lives coming up headlining O2 Ritz Manchester on 28th February. Still in shock about it. It’s mad to think how far we’ve come, and there’s so much more to come.

Finally, which other band are you most looking forward to watching and why?

Fitzroy Holt. Nobody better. His talent and his band are in a different league. They deserve to be massive.

For Spangled, playing Isle of Wight isn’t just another festival slot—it’s a homecoming, a celebration, and a sign of bigger things ahead. With new music, huge gigs, and that signature chaotic energy, the future is looking louder than ever.

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