When the engines stop at the ABR Festival the party starts. It’s the live music of the festival’s two stages that create an incredible soundtrack to your weekend, and we’re excited to reveal to you the full lineup of the BikerHeadz Stage…
The sounds we encounter on our two-wheeled adventures play such an important role. Whether it’s the intoxicating roar of an engine, the wind rushing past your ears, or the playlist you’re listening to on your journey, they form the soundtrack to every ride.
At the ABR Festival, they blend seamlessly – the constant buzz of bike engines being accompanied by the electrifying performances from the stages – and it creates a score that sets the tone for an unforgettable weekend.
From the high-energy BikerHeadz Stage to the unique performances on the Bridgestone Stage, the music fuels a different kind of adventure. It’s your chance to unwind, to make new friends through a shared passion, to experience the buzz that only live music can create… and it’s pretty damn special to be a part of.
It’s such an important part of the ABR Festival experience (there’s a reason the event has come to be known as ‘Glastonbury with bikes and posh toilets’), and from the moment the gates closed to the 2024 event we were back in the office planning 2025’s schedule.
We want to make every single ABR Festival better than the last, and with the way things are shaping up, 2025 is going to raise the bar once again.
Expect bigger performances, impressive shows, and a collection of the world’s greatest tribute acts.
Whether you’re front and centre of the BikerHeadz Stage letting loose to the driving rhythms of Let There B/DC or enjoying the talent from afar with a cold drink in hand, you’re going to love what we’ve got lined up for you.
Early Bird tickets for the ABR Festival 2025 are still available. Click here to get yours today and save a huge £40 off your weekend ticket.
The Bikerheadz Stage
Often referred to as the main stage, the BikerHeadz Stage is the central hub of the ABR Festival. Over the years there have been so many incredible acts putting on a show here, including a legendary opening sets by Dr Feelgood and The Beat, and showstopping performances by Let There B/DC, the AC/DC tribute band who perform with as much energy as the original act.
It’s here that you’ll see the UK’s best tribute acts displaying their talent, and for the 2025 ABR Festival we’ve compiled a special line-up of the best in their fields. Globally-recognised acts, officially endorsed tributes, and a party band who are guaranteed to get you grooving.
Keep reading to discover the full line-up of the BikerHeadz Stage at this year’s ABR Festival.
Super Thursday
Texan Peacocks
The Texan Peacocks are a local band and played the very first ABR Festival when it was a small gathering in a farmer’s field. Since then, they headlined the stage at our very first Ragley Hall event, and their energy on stage is infectious.
We’re delighted to be welcoming them back and they’ll be kicking off the ABR Festival on Super Thursday with a setlist of popular tunes to get you in the mood for the weekend to come.
T. Rextasy
T. Rextasy are the world’s only official tribute to Marc Bolan and T. Rex and they’ve been performing together since 1992. In over 30 years they’ve perfected the sound and presence of the original band and have toured all over the world, performing to crowds of over 40,000 people. It’s safe to say, if you liked the original Rex, you’re going to love what these guys do.
Definitely Mightbe
If you missed out on tickets to see the real deal on their reunion tour in 2025, you’re in luck. Definitely Mightbe, the longest established Oasis tribute act in the world, will be returning to the ABR Festival to recreate the sound of the iconic Britpop band. A crowd favourite at previous ABR Festivals, Definitely Mightbe are one not to be missed.
Taking Care of Elvis
Crowned in Memphis as the world’s number one ultimate Elvis Tribute, Taking Care of Elvis is a phenomenal tribute to the King of Rock n Roll. Fronted by the talented Ben Portsmouth, Taking Care of Elvis have appeared on the Late Show with David Letterman and won multiple awards for their stunning show.
As their website says, ‘there was only one Elvis, but Ben is the closest you will ever get in terms of Elvis’s looks, singing voice, and on-stage charisma’. Taking Care of Elvis will be putting on a special show at the 2025 ABR Festival, headlining the BikerHeadz Stage on Super Thursday.
Get your Super Thursday ticket here.
Friday
Guns or Roses
Widely regarded as one of the best Guns n’ Roses tribute acts around, Guns or Roses recreate the iconic sound of the Californian rock band perfectly.
Complete with custom-made costumes and the same energetic stage presence of Axle Rose and Slash, they’ll be playing a wide range of GnR songs including hits from the debut album Appetite for Destruction to the Use Your Illusion albums of the early ‘90s.
Who’s Next
With over 20 years of experience under their belts, Who’s Next are considered to be the leading Who tribute band in the UK. Consisting of four incredibly talented musicians, they aim to recreate the Who at a point in time in the early ‘70s when many believed they were the greatest rock band on Earth.
Expect authentic outfits and instruments, giving you a ‘time machine ride back to the days of Live at Leeds, The Isle of Wight Festival, Tanglewood, and the Fillmore shows’.
ZZ Toppd
A captivating tribute act that pays homage to the legendary American rock band ZZ Top. Expect meticulous attention to detail (including the outfits and the iconic beards of the original band) as ZZ Toppd channel the blues rock sounds, appearance, charisma, and musical prowess of the original trio.
Limehouse Lizzy
If you never managed to see Thin Lizzy before the untimely passing of Phil Lynott, Limehouse Lizzy are the next best thing. Now in their third decade of performing, they’ve established themselves as the world’s number one tribute act to the Irish rockers with a line-up of insanely talented musicians who can recreate the unique sound of the original band.
Expect to be bopping to The Boys are Back in Town, Don’t Believe a Word, Whiskey in the Jar, and much more.
Let There B/DC
An ABR Festival crowd favourite returns for 2025. Let There B/DC put on an amazing show at last year’s event, building up an electrifying atmosphere on the BikerHeadz Stage.
Belting out hits from the Australian rock band AC/DC, the guys at Let There B/DC put their heart and soul into each performance, providing an experience that’s not to be missed. You can catch them on Friday evening at the 2025 ABR Festival, and you’re not going to want to miss it.
Saturday
Nearly Dan
Saturday at the ABR Festival kicks off with Nearly Dan, a tribute to American rock band Steely Dan, who have been perfecting their offering for almost 30 years. The 10-piece band recreates the unique music of Fagen and Becker with a touch of class, putting on a show that’ll have you hooked from start to finish.
The Rollin’ Stoned
For 27 years The Rollin’ Stoned have been touring their tribute to the legendary British rock band The Rolling Stones and in that time they’ve perfected their act.
They look like the real thing, move like the real thing, sound like the real thing, and if you close your eyes, you could be fooled into thinking you’re listening to the real thing. In fact, they were described by Keith Richard’s daughter as ‘like watching my dad’.
Fleetwood Bac
Crazy about Fleetwood Mac? Then you’ll love Fleetwood Bac. They were the world’s first Fleetwood Mac tribute band and are widely regarded as the UK’s most authentic tribute to the British-American rock band.
They fully replicate the classic Stevie, Lindsey, Christine, John and Mick ‘Rumours’ line-up and were voted as one of the UK’s top five tribute acts by The Times newspaper.
Mercury
A very special act, Mercury is the world’s leading Queen tribute band and have been plying their trade for 25 years. It’s a tough ask to be able to recreate the unique sounds of such an iconic band, but Mercury do it excellently, with leadman Joseph Lee Jackson performing with as much energy, passion, and poise as the late Freddie Mercury.
In fact, Freddie Mercury’s mum, Jer Bulsara, said ‘Joseph, Glenn, and Mercury are the next best thing to the original Queen line-up. Don’t miss it!” Mercury wowed the audience at ABR Festival 2023, and we’re delighted to welcome them back for 2025.
Detroit Soul Collective
Saturday night at the ABR Festival is party time and nobody gets the crowd going like the Detroit Soul Collective. Delivering a mix of soul, Motown, and funk, they’re a nine-piece music group with two incredible vocalists and a brass section that’s guaranteed to get you moving.
The Bridgestone Stage
So, that’s the lineup for the BikerHeadz Stage, and I hope you’ll agree it’s looking spectacular. But there’s more to live music at the ABR Festival than the BikerHeadz Stage.
By day, the Bridgestone Stage hosts talks from some of the most inspirational riders around, but by night, the seats get packed away, and it’s turned into an entertaining stage with an exciting and eclectic mix of music. From world-renowned choirs to Classic Ibizia DJ’s, the music on the Bridgestone Stage is one of the most unique parts of the ABR Festival. We’re still working hard to finalise the line-up of the Bridgestone Stage, so check back soon at the ABR Festival website to see who’ll be playing.
The Magic Teapot
The Magic Teapot is the warmest and most welcoming of spaces. As you enter you step back to a simpler time, to an old-fashioned knees up around a real piano, not an amplifier in sight. The central fire draws you in and the kettle constantly simmers.
Join in with the spontaneous performances, or simply sit back and soak in the atmosphere.
The Magic Teapot is a place you will find yourself coming back to again and again!
Come and Join Us
Early Bird tickets to the ABR Festival are on sale right now, giving you the opportunity to save £40 on weekend passes to the UK’s biggest bike festival. The live music is an important piece of the jigsaw that is the ABR Festival, but there’s so much more going on across the weekend as well, including new bike test rides, over 50km of on-site trails to ride, inspiring guest speaker sessions, and over 150 exhibitors.
For more information and to save £40 on your tickets, get yourself over to www.abrfestival.com today.
