To start, six new bands have been added to the line-up. They are the winners of the 11th edition of Mad Cool Talent by Vibra Mahou, a programme created by both brands to spotlight emerging talent.

Candela Gómez, one of the most promising up-and-coming artists, will take to the stage on 9 July, bringing her fresh and vibrant style to the festival’s most pop-focused day. The 10 July programme, with a more rock-driven approach, will feature standout acts such as Georgian band Tape Visitors, alongside the energy of Los Blody and Babylon. Completing this round of additions are Bad Tomato and Break The Senses, from Portugal and Málaga respectively, who will showcase their full power and intensity on stage.

Mad Cool Festival is fast approaching, and tickets are selling quickly. The festival has warned on social media that only a limited number of tickets remain, so those still considering the four-day experience should act now to avoid disappointment.

One of the main highlights of the festival’s tenth anniversary is the exclusive presence of a number of international artists. Foo Fighters will return to Spain for the first time since 2017, performing their only show in the country. In addition, Moby, Florence + The Machine, Pulp, Halsey and Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds will deliver eagerly awaited performances that can only be seen at Mad Cool Festival.

The line-up also includes artists making their debut appearances in Madrid or Spain. Among them is Jennie, the solo project of the Blackpink singer, one of the most anticipated names of this edition. Lorde will also perform in Madrid for the first time, presenting her new album Virgin.

They are joined by established acts such as Twenty One Pilots, Zara Larsson, A Perfect Circle, The Last Dinner Party, Kasabian and Renée Rapp. As always, the undercard line-up offers a unique opportunity to discover new acts such as emerging talents including; CMAT, Palaye Royale, Holly Humberstone, HotWax and Chloe Slater, among many others.

Alongside its exceptional line-up, Mad Cool continues to make improvements every year – timetables have already been released to help attendees plan their visit, and the site layout will be optimised to ensure maximum comfort for those attending.

Mad Cool Festival will take place from 8 to 11 July 2026 at the Iberdrola Music venue in Madrid. Festival passes and single-day tickets are still available at madcooltickets.com