After nearly ten years, Andromedous are finally making their debut album
Nearly ten years after forming, Andromedous are finally working on their debut album. We caught up with the band at The Sanctum Festival 2026 to talk about their evolving sound, a new approach to songwriting, plans for a live drummer and why ten tracks might not be enough.
Scatter The Tribe explain why they’re holding back a live favourite
Fans keep asking Scatter The Tribe to release Vacant Stares. At The Sanctum 2026, the band explain the wait, welcome a familiar face and talk about making everyone feel part of the tribe.
Hacktivist are taking their next album in a heavier direction
Hacktivist’s Alex Hek and Ste Cole tell Festpod about their heavier new album, finding the band’s new direction and road-testing “Hack the Game” live.
The Sanctum Festival completes 2026 line-up with Shields, Hacktivist and Lastelle
The Sanctum Festival has completed its 2026 line-up, with Shields, Hacktivist and Lastelle headlining a 21-band weekend at Dead Wax Digbeth in Birmingham.