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With a dreary January and February under the UK and Ireland’s belt, all that’s keeping the seasonal depression at bay is the thought of festival season approach in the next few months. And as that angelic time of the year draws closer, we’re on the receiving end of more and more festival announcements.

The most recent announcement from UK’s 2000trees is of a brand new headliner – Funeral For A Friend, responsible for Friday’s headlining festivities – was accompanied by a statement from Ryan Richards of the band themselves, saying: “Headlining 2000trees feels incredibly special for us. As we head into the 25th anniversary year of the band, we’re very conscious that at this stage in our career we only want to do things that genuinely mean something – things we’ve not done before – and this is absolutely one of them. 2000trees is one of our favourite festivals in the UK. It’s always carefully curated, surrounded by like-minded bands and peers, and set in beautiful surroundings that makes the whole experience feel unique. To be part of it in this way is something we’re hugely proud of.”

The independent festival’s booker and organiser, James Scarlett, also commented that “having Funeral For A Friend return to 2000trees for the first time since 2013, after growing to a legendary status – and fronted by Lucas from Holding Absence, an absolute staple of 2000trees – feels like the perfect summary of what this festival is about. As their only show of 2026 and guaranteed to be jammed full of the hits, this is not to be missed for any Funeral For A Friend fan! I’m also over the moon to be adding even more quality to the festival bill with this announcement. So many 2000trees favourites like Arcane Roots (festival exclusive), Marmozets and The Bronx, as well as some long overdue legends. Mariachi El Bronx. Playing the festival for the first time, on the Main Stage, in the sunshine, with a pint in hand – say no more!”