Acts like new headliners Supergrass, Sheffield’s own The Sherlocks and Dizzee Rascal don’t need much introduction, but here’s nine of our recommendations to look out for on Saturday and Sunday. For set times, keep an eye out on the website, tramlines.org.uk, and Tramlines social media channels.
There’s also going to be a Tramlines Fringe in Devonshire Green and the Peace Gardens, with a DJ line-up including BBC6 Music broadcaster Chris Hawkins and Sheffield legend Winston Hazel. Venues will have their own gigs. For details, check out www.theoutdoorcity.co.uk/fringeattramlines
9. Chubby and the Gang
Chubby and the Gang are hardcore punky in sound, with great driving guitars and an entertainingly shouty singer, and they also like a bit of Pulp, judging by the intro to their song Coming Up Tough, which has a distinct feel of Disco 2000 to it. They'll be great fun to jump around to when they appear on The Leadmill/BBC Introducing Stage on Sunday. Photo: Tramlines PR