Saturday at Green Man brought another packed day of genre-hopping, with dancefloor anthems, punk-fuelled chaos and some of Wales’ freshest talent. From Four Tet’s late-night electronic energy to Mannequin Pussy’s explosive live show, here are some of our favourite moments from the day.
Four Tet
Having just hosted his annual All Dayer at London’s Finsbury Park, Four Tet brought the Saturday night energy, turning Green Man into one giant dancefloor with his genre-blurring electronic set. Layering hypnotic beats and unexpected twists, the producer (AKA Kieran Hebden) proved exactly why he’s become one of electronic music’s most celebrated live acts.
Mannequin Pussy
Mannequin Pussy brought the chaos. The Philadelphia punk group delivered a ferocious set packed with raw vocals, distorted guitars and an energy that seemed to spread through the crowd. Currently touring with the Foo Fighters on their Take Cover Tour, their sound is equally aggressive as it is emotional, they were impossible to stand still for.
Bathing Suits
Bathing Suits brought a dose of electro-noise and disco-punk to this year’s Green Man. Hailing from Leeds, the group are known for their extreme high-energy shows and their mantra: “always dancey. Always loud. Always sexy.” Their 45-minute set lived up to every word, with frontwoman Freyja Blevins stripping down to her underwear and whipping her wet hair aggressively across the stage. It was chaotic, dramatic and completely unmissable, exactly the kind of performance that makes a festival set stick with you.
Sage Todz and the Problem Solvers
Sage Todz and the Problem Solvers brought a distinctly Welsh edge to the festival, blending hip-hop, punk and alternative sounds with plenty of personality. Their energetic performance showed exactly why Sage Todz has become such an exciting name in the Welsh music scene, with the Problem Solvers adding an extra layer of live chaos to the mix.
What’s On Next?
Sunday at Green Man is bringing a seriously varied line-up, from indie sounds and hypnotic trip-hop to the heavy, chaotic energy of South Wales. Here are five acts you won’t want to miss.
Wolf Alice
Fresh from the release of their latest album The Clearing, Wolf Alice are bringing their huge indie sound to the Green Man stage. With shimmering melodies, soaring guitars and Ellie Rowsell’s unmistakable vocals, expect a set that moves effortlessly between dreamy and explosive — and a perfect showcase of why the band remain one of the UK’s biggest indie acts.
Tricky
Trip-hop pioneer Tricky is bringing his dark, atmospheric sound to the festival. As one of the key figures behind the genre’s distinctive Bristol sound, expect a hypnotic and immersive set packed with brooding beats, haunting vocals and an unmistakably shadowy edge.
Anna Calvi
Anna Calvi is known for making a guitar sound like an instrument of pure drama. With Cardiff Castle and three Mercury Prize nominations, Anna Calvi is one to put on the itinerary. Combining powerful vocals, soaring guitar and theatrical intensity, her live performances are far from understated. Expect a set that is bold, atmospheric and completely captivating.
Dove Ellis
Having opened for Geese and supported Anna Calvi at Cardiff Castle just last month, Dove Ellis is expected to bring an eclectic blend of alternative rock, folk and electronic textures to Green Man. Known for their emotionally charged songwriting and distinctive voice, Ellis is one to catch if you’re looking for something a little more intimate and unpredictable among Sunday’s bigger performances.
Spit Hood
South Wales’ own Spit Hood are bringing their manic blend of digital hardcore and noise-rap to Green Man. Fresh from a string of chaotic grassroots headline shows and the release of their latest 2026 single, DOLL, the band have built a reputation for seriously intense live performances. This set will be full of distortion, aggression and absolute mayhem.
