Madness set to headline Brighton's On The Beach festival this summer

A spokesman said: “One of the UK’s most beloved bands, the Nutty Boys will bring Madrophenia to Brighton Beach, with the festival running from 2pm to 10.30pm and a host of additional artists to be announced soon.”

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“With 15 UK top 10 singles, three No 1 albums, global smashes including Our House, It Must Be Love, House of Fun, Baggy Trousers and One Step Beyond, plus unforgettable appearances everywhere from Top of the Pops to the roof of Buckingham Palace, Madness remain the original Nutty Boys.

“Formed in North London, Madness have grown into one of Britain’s most successful and best-loved bands, selling millions of records worldwide and inspiring generations of artists. More than four decades on, their music, spirit and style are woven into the fabric of British culture, and now they’re bringing their high-energy, raucous show to Brighton for an epic bash: live, loud and full of heart.

“The show is a part of the On The Beach festival.”

The spokesman added: “Having debuted in 2021 on Brighton’s seafront, On The Beach is now entering its sixth year on the south coast. With a programme of sold-out shows that spans from Fatboy Slim, Moby, Chase & Status, Above & Beyond, Bicep, Bonobi, Eric Prydz, Hybrid Minds, Underworld and Carl Cox to Royal Blood, Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, The Libertines, Bloc Party, Kaiser Chiefs and The Kooks, On The Beach is having a huge impact on the UK’s festival circuit.

“2026 has already seen Fatboy Slim announce three shows, all of which sold out in the pre-sale, and Moby, whose show also sold out. The Maccabees have been announced as well, with one final day yet to be revealed.