The Cure, Gorillaz And Moby To Headline New Bulgarian Festival PhillGood

Bulgaria is set to make a major statement on the European festival circuit next summer with the launch of PhillGood, a brand-new three-day music festival taking place in Plovdiv from 17th–19th July 2026. Headlined by The Cure, Gorillaz and Moby, the inaugural event brings some of the most influential names in modern music to one of Europe’s oldest and most culturally rich cities.

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Robert Smith of The Cure @ Glastonbury Festival 2019 (Kalpesh Patel)

Hosted along Plovdiv’s iconic Rowing Canal and surrounded by the city’s famous seven hills, PhillGood promises a striking setting that blends ancient history with contemporary creativity. With Roman ruins, Ottoman architecture and a thriving arts scene as its backdrop, the festival positions Plovdiv as a new destination for large-scale international music events in the Balkans.

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Moby @ The O2 Arena (Abigail Shii)

The opening night on 17th July will be headlined by The Cure, marking their first-ever performance in Bulgaria. They will be joined by London rockers Wolf Alice, Irish dream-rock outfit Just Mustard and French electronic producer Perturbator. On 18th July, Damon Albarn’s Gorillaz take over the main stage with their genre-defying blend of music, visuals and storytelling, supported by Belfast hip-hop trio Kneecap and electro-punk provocateurs Sleaford Mods. The festival closes on 19th July with Moby, whose influential career as a producer, songwriter and performer has left a lasting imprint on electronic and alternative music.

Wolf Alice @ The O2

Wolf Alice @ The O2 (Neil Lupin)

Beyond the main stage, PhillGood will feature two additional stages showcasing a broad spectrum of sounds, established artists and emerging talent alike. The wider line-up includes Suede, Einstürzende Neubauten, Apashe & The Brass Orchestra, Thievery Corporation, Kadébostany and more, underlining the festival’s commitment to musical diversity and discovery.

Suede @ Roundhouse

Brett Anderson of Suede @ Roundhouse (Kalpesh Patel)

Running daily from 19:00 to 01:30, PhillGood aims to deliver not just headline performances but a fully immersive cultural experience, combining cutting-edge live music with the unique atmosphere of one of Europe’s most historic cities. Three-day passes, single-day tickets, VIP options and camping packages are on sale now. Further details, tickets and festival information can be found via the official PhillGood channels.

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