FKA Twigs has been announced as the curator for Southbank Centre’s Meltdown Festival 2027, with outlets also noting that she will headline. Meltdown runs for 10 days and takes place across venues at Southbank Centre, with each year’s programme led by a different cultural figure.
Several reports add detail beyond the core appointment, including plans for “Hometown” grassroots events across the UK. NME says a first ever Hometown Meltdown is set to take place, and it names special guests such as Jamie Cullum and Kelly Lee Owens, describing the events as backed by the Music Venue Trust.
Coverage is largely consistent on the festival’s format and timing—an annual 10-day series curated by a prominent figure—while differing in emphasis. Some outlets focus primarily on the Southbank Centre role, while others highlight additional grassroots programming and specific guest names for the wider “Hometown” component.
