As Glastonbury Festival approaches, we pick our top picks to watch on the BBC this weekend.

Glastonbury 2024: Acts to catch on the BBC this weekend

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If you haven’t heard of Confidence Man yet, get ready for an absolute treat. With unhinged dance moves and beltable bangers, this wild electro-pop group never fail to get the party started.

Cue the nostalgia – the Sugababes are performing at Glasto this year. That’s right, we’ll get to hear pop classics like Round Round and Too Lost In You live from Somerset.

PJ Harvey isn’t just effortlessly cool, she’s a musical genius. Tune into her set for a dose of philosophical creativity in the form of some of the most inventive songs you’ve ever heard.

This British singer-songwriter has been making waves with her sharp funk-pop tunes for a few years now. Her luscious 2022 Glastonbury set was a true highlight of the festival.

Get ready to get a little weird with the ethereal sounds of the Norwegian artist Aurora. Known for her distinctive other-worldly sound (you may remember her as the ghostly voice in <a href="https://www.stylist.co.uk/life/frozen-2-review/328639" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Frozen 2</a>), Aurora is sure to deliver an unforgettable, captivating set.

The first headliner is, of course, pop superstar Dua Lipa – and we could not be more ready to Dance The Night Away with her.

Dance group Jungle finish off the night at the West Holts Stage. Funky, fun and always danceable, a great time is guaranteed.

Friday

Get the day started with the soft folk vibes of Johnny Flynn. He may be better known for his acting work (<a href="https://www.stylist.co.uk/life/emma-review-jane-austen-autumn-de-wilde-anya-taylor-joy-bill-nighy/347454" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Emma</a>, Ripley) but his pared-back and thoughtful acoustic tunes are sure to win you over.

For some more soothing folk, tune into The Staves – these three sisters are like a softer, calmer, more British version of Haim. Oh, and their harmonious voices are utterly divine.

Icon alert. Cyndi Lauper is playing on the Pyramid Stage at 2.30pm on Saturday. Do not miss the chance to bop around to Girls Just Want To Have Fun.

One of the most innovative artists out there, Michael Kiwanuka’s sublime, soulful music is not to be missed.

British artist Little Simz is consistently groundbreaking. Packed with musical and literary references, it’s easy to see why her music is a hit with fans and critics alike. Tune in for what is sure to be an explosive, invigorating set.

Icon, diva, legend: Jessie Ware is back at Glastonbury headlining the West Holts Stage on Saturday night. Undoubtedly, she will transform the stage into an electric discotheque. Expect feathers, sequins, pearls and impeccable vibes.

The coolest DJ around right now, South Korean Peggy Gou is set to get everyone dancing with her 11pm slot at the Park Stage on Saturday night.

Saturday

Canadian country legend Shania Twain is coming to Glasto – do not miss your chance to belt out classics like Man! I Feel Like A Woman! and That Don’t Impress Me Much.

Janelle Monáe never fails to put on a show and we have no doubt this year will be no different. Expect costumes and an epic performance.

Millennial royalty Avril Lavigne is heading to Glastonbury. Our inner 12-year-olds are losing it.

Tune into the soulful, mesmerising sounds of London Grammar on Sunday evening. The band’s new album, The Greatest Love, is set to drop in September, so we may hear a few new songs.

Electro-pop’s James Blake offers up his melodic, dreamlike sounds on the Woodsies Stage on Sunday evening. Sit back and let it all soak over you.

There’s a haunted quality to The National’s indie rock sound that instantly pulls you in and keeps you there. The band is set to close out the Other Stage on Sunday evening.

The final headliner of the festival is SZA – and we just know it’s going to be a totally thrilling time. This is how to end on a high!

Sunday

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From Dua Lipa to Jessie Ware, this weekend is set to be electric.

Glastonbury 2024: acts to catch on the BBC this weekend