Tom Grennan Headlines Radio 1’s Big Weekend in Liverpool with Special Guests

Tom Grennan delivered a high-energy headline performance at Radio 1’s Big Weekend in Liverpool, thrilling fans at Sefton Park. His set featured surprise appearances by Ella Henderson, YouTuber KSI, local icon Mel C, and The Zutons. Speaking to BBC Newsbeat, Grennan described the experience as ‘pretty crazy’ and highlighted his close friendship with Mel C. Earlier acts included The Wombats, Natasha Bedingfield, James Hype, and Biffy Clyro. Bedingfield, returning for a second consecutive year, had her own Main Stage slot and received strong audience reactions with hits like ‘Unwritten’. James Hype debuted a new audiovisual project, Sync, and expressed joy at having his family in the crowd. Local favorites The Wombats emphasized the city’s deep musical culture. Beyond the Main Stage, acts like Barry Can’t Swim, Jazzy, and Katy B played on other stages. With over 100 acts scheduled, the festival expects more than 100,000 attendees. The weekend lineup includes Sam Fender on Saturday and Mumford & Sons closing out Sunday. Additional performances will come from Tom Odell, Sugababes, Wolf Alice, and HAIM. The event celebrates both established artists and emerging talent in a vibrant, rain-soaked festival atmosphere.