# Royal Blood performance at Reading Festival

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/royal-blood-performance-at-reading-festival
> Updated: 2026-08-29T03:46:31.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

The Reading Festival featured a surprise performance by the Brighton-based rock duo Royal Blood. Initially announced as a mystery act, the band performed a 45-minute set at the Gallery stage. Frontman Mike Kerr indicated the set would have a “brutal” theme, focusing on heavier tracks to make the performance “as creepy as possible.”

During the set, the duo performed established hits such as “Out of the Black” and “Figure It Out,” alongside new material from their upcoming album, ‘Dead Company,’ including tracks titled ‘Ten’ and ‘S’ Runway.”

## Timeline

### 2026-08-29: Reading Festival 2026 features Royal Blood and Skepta

Royal Blood and Skepta delivered standout performances at the Reading Festival 2026, featuring new music debuts and surprise appearances.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/reading-festival-2026-features-royal-blood-and-skepta

### 2026-08-27: Royal Blood announced as surprise act for Reading Festival

Rock duo Royal Blood will make a surprise appearance at the Reading Festival this Friday, performing a heavy, 45-minute set at the Gallery stage.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/royal-blood-announced-as-surprise-act-for-reading-festival

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