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RADAR Festival: Sunday - Animals As Leaders + The Pineapple Thief
O2 Victoria Warehouse Manchester in ManchesterSun, Aug 2, 2026 · 12:00 PM
Overview
Overview
RADAR Festival: Sunday - Animals As Leaders + The Pineapple Thief is a Music / Undefined / Undefined event at O2 Victoria Warehouse Manchester in Manchester.
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RADAR Festival's Sunday lineup brings a powerful mix of progressive metal and heavy rock to Manchester. Headliners Animals As Leaders are known for their intricate instrumental compositions, while The Pineapple Thief deliver emotive progressive rock. The day also features Voyager, TEN56, Employed To Serve, ELWOOD STRAY, DALI, and LUNA KILLS, offering a diverse range of sounds from djent to hardcore.
Attendees can expect a full day of high-energy performances across multiple stages, with each act bringing its own unique style. The festival atmosphere draws fans of progressive and extreme music from across the UK.
📍 Manchester🎟️ Tickets from £67
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Good to know
- The event takes place in Manchester, a major city with excellent transport links.
- Arrive early to catch all acts, as the lineup includes eight bands.
- Check the festival's official website for stage times and any last-minute changes.
Frequently asked questions
What is the lineup for Sunday?
The Sunday lineup includes Animals As Leaders, The Pineapple Thief, Voyager, TEN56, Employed To Serve, ELWOOD STRAY, DALI, and LUNA KILLS.
Where is the festival held?
The festival takes place in Manchester.
Lineup
Animals As Leaders
Animals as Leaders is an American instrumental progressive metal band from Washington D.C. Since 2012, the band has consisted of Tosin Abasi, Javier Reyes, and Matt Garstka (drums), having originated in 2007 as a solo project by Abasi. They are a prominent band within the djent scene.
The Pineapple Thief
The Pineapple Thief are an English progressive rock band founded in 1999 by Bruce Soord in Yeovil, Somerset. As of June 2024, the group consists of Soord on vocals, guitars, and keyboards, Jon Sykes on bass, Steve Kitch on keyboards, and Gavin Harrison on drums.
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O2 Victoria Warehouse Manchester in Manchester
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O2 Victoria Warehouse Manchester in Manchester
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