10 Must-See Artists at Electric Paradise Festival
Electric Paradise is bringing together one of the most exciting and diverse festival lineups of Summer 2026. From disco legends and reggae icons to house music pioneers and soulful live performers, the festival promises a full day of unforgettable moments at Milton Keynes National Bowl on Saturday 8th August 2026.
With so many incredible artists performing across the weekend, narrowing down your must-see acts won’t be easy – but here are 10 artists and DJs you absolutely need to catch at Electric Paradise.
1. Grace Jones
A true cultural icon, Grace Jones remains one of the most influential and unforgettable live performers in music history. Known for her genre-defying sound, bold visuals and commanding stage presence, her Electric Paradise set is guaranteed to be one of the defining moments of the entire festival.
2. UB40
Few bands soundtrack Summer quite like UB40. With decades of reggae classics and singalong anthems behind them, expect a huge crowd, feel-good energy and one massive celebration when they take to the stage at Milton Keynes Bowl.
3. Kool & The Gang
Get ready for hit after hit. Kool & The Gang’s catalogue is packed with timeless disco, funk and soul records that have filled dancefloors across generations. Their set promises pure feel-good festival vibes from start to finish.
4. Sister Sledge ft. Kathy Sledge
“We Are Family” at a Summer festival? It doesn’t get much more iconic than that. Sister Sledge ft. Kathy Sledge brings uplifting disco energy, timeless vocals and the kind of set built for dancing in the sunshine with your favourite people.
5. Candi Staton
Known for one of the biggest dance crossover tracks of all time, “You Got The Love”, Candi Staton’s live performances are packed with soul, emotion and festival magic. This is guaranteed to be one of the standout singalong moments of the day.
6. Armand Van Helden
A true house music legend, Armand Van Helden has shaped dance music culture for decades with massive club records and unforgettable festival sets. Expect classic house anthems, huge energy and Ibiza-inspired vibes when he hits the decks.
7. Roger Sanchez
Grammy-winning DJ Roger Sanchez remains one of the most respected names in global house music. Known for his uplifting sets and timeless productions, he’s the perfect addition to Electric Paradise’s huge dance music offering.
8. Todd Terry
If you love classic house music, Todd Terry is essential viewing. One of the pioneers of the genre, his influence on dance culture is impossible to ignore, and his Electric Paradise set is expected to bring serious old-school energy to the festival.
9. Dimitri From Paris
Disco and house collide perfectly in the world of Dimitri From Paris. His sets are stylish, uplifting and packed with groove – making him one of the must-see DJs for anyone looking to fully embrace the feel-good atmosphere of Electric Paradise.
10. Gok Wan
More than just a TV personality, Gok Wan has built a huge reputation as a crowd-pleasing DJ known for delivering disco-filled party sets packed with classics, feel-good vocals and high-energy moments. Expect hands in the air from start to finish.
Of course, that’s only scratching the surface of what Electric Paradise has to offer. The festival lineup also includes Shalamar, Cameo, Jocelyn Brown, Mark Knight and many more across multiple stages hosted by brands including Glitterbox and Fools Paradise.
Set against the backdrop of the iconic Milton Keynes National Bowl, Electric Paradise combines legendary music, Summer sunshine, premium festival atmosphere and timeless sounds into one unforgettable day.
If you’re searching for one of the best UK festivals of 2026, a disco and house music festival, or simply the perfect Summer day out with incredible live music and feel-good energy, Electric Paradise needs to be on your list.
Electric Paradise takes place on Saturday 8th August 2026 at Milton Keynes National Bowl. Tickets are on sale now and demand is building fast for this huge inaugural festival.