Music

The Will Barnes Quartet will take to the stage at the Taunton CICCIC on Friday, November 20

Will Barnes Quartet to bring Celtic folklore-inspired jazz to Taunton

The Fratellis: Jon Fratelli (born John Lawler), Barry

The Fratellis: Jon Fratelli (born John Lawler), Barry

Indie-rock legends set to headline music festival at new Somerset location

A Christmas shopping event at Rumwell Farm Shop is among the events taking place across Taunton over the next week

A Christmas shopping event at Rumwell Farm Shop is among the events taking place across Taunton over the next week

What's on in Taunton this week: November 5-11, 2026

Gary Numan will take to the stage at Taunton's Vivary Park.

Gary Numan will take to the stage at Taunton's Vivary Park.

80s music legend set to headline returning Somerset music festival

Comedian Milton Jones is set to take to the stage in Taunton this week

Comedian Milton Jones is set to take to the stage in Taunton this week

What's on in Taunton this week: October 29-November 3, 2026

Taunton Racecourse will host Taunton Summer Sounds in June next year, a new music festival for the town.

Taunton Racecourse will host Taunton Summer Sounds in June next year, a new music festival for the town.

Taunton venue applies for new licence as it plans major music festival

Tommy Blaize will be performing as part of the lineup for Bluetone Festival 2027.

Tommy Blaize will be performing as part of the lineup for Bluetone Festival 2027.

Strictly Come Dancing singer joins Taunton music festival line-up

Clinton Rogers: The good and the bad of Glastonbury Festival

A variety of events are taking place across Taunton over the next week

A variety of events are taking place across Taunton over the next week

What's on in Taunton this week: October 22-28, 2026

Entrance to Taunton Racecourse.

Entrance to Taunton Racecourse.

New music festival coming to Taunton venue next summer

Pauline Eyre is bringing her new show to Taunton this week

Pauline Eyre is bringing her new show to Taunton this week

What's on in Taunton this week: October 15-21, 2026

Sam Fender was announced as the overall winner of the 2025 Mercury Music Prize in October 2025, presented at the Utilita Arena, Newcastle.

Sam Fender was announced as the overall winner of the 2025 Mercury Music Prize in October 2025, presented at the Utilita Arena, Newcastle.

Glastonbury Festival 2027

Glastonbury 2027 headliner rumours swirl as first big act reportedly signed up

1980s pop-synth music legends Heaven 17 will play at a music venue in Somerset.

1980s pop-synth music legends Heaven 17 will play at a music venue in Somerset.

1980s music legends announced for Taunton festival return

Jason Thornton is the new musical and artistic director of Southern Sinfonia

Jason Thornton is the new musical and artistic director of Southern Sinfonia

Southern Sinfonia’s new musical and artistic director announced

A performance by The Wurzels is among the events taking place in Taunton over the next week

A performance by The Wurzels is among the events taking place in Taunton over the next week

What's on in Taunton this week: October 8-14, 2026

Bluetone Festival is set to return to Vivary Park in 2027.

Bluetone Festival is set to return to Vivary Park in 2027.

Grammy-winning singer announced as first BlueTone Festival 2027 headliner in Taunton

80s synth-pop music legend Howard Jones (pictured) closed out Electric Summer 2026 with an upbeat set despite rainy spells.

80s synth-pop music legend Howard Jones (pictured) closed out Electric Summer 2026 with an upbeat set despite rainy spells.

80s music legends set to perform as Somerset festival reveals return acts

Glastonbury Festival (pictured in 2025).

Glastonbury Festival (pictured in 2025).

Glastonbury Festival 2027

Glastonbury Festival 2027: How you can still get tickets after 42-minute sellout

Glastonbury Festival pictured in the 1980s.

Glastonbury Festival pictured in the 1980s.

Glastonbury Festival

When Glastonbury Festival first came to Somerset in 1970 and tickets were £1

Emily and Peter Andre (pictured) have launched a new venture.

Emily and Peter Andre (pictured) have launched a new venture.

Peter Andre and Taunton wife Emily Andre launch exciting new venture

The first batch of Glastonbury Festival 2027 tickets has sold out.

The first batch of Glastonbury Festival 2027 tickets has sold out.

Glastonbury Festival 2027

Glastonbury 2027 coach tickets sell out in just 30 minutes as many left disappointed

Spandau Ballet members (L-R); John Keeble, Tony Hadley, Steve Norman, Gary Kemp and Martin Kemp.

Spandau Ballet members (L-R); John Keeble, Tony Hadley, Steve Norman, Gary Kemp and Martin Kemp.

1980s music legend set to play gig at popular Somerset venue

Howard Jones will join Sir Rod Stewart as he plays his farewell tour in 2027.

Howard Jones will join Sir Rod Stewart as he plays his farewell tour in 2027.

Taunton music legend 'so excited' to be a part of Rod Stewart's farewell tour

A look at the Glastonbury Festival site.

A look at the Glastonbury Festival site.

Glastonbury Festival 2027

Glastonbury Festival experts warn against hacks that could cost you tickets

A variety of events are set to take place in Taunton over the next week

A variety of events are set to take place in Taunton over the next week

What's on in Taunton this week: September 24-30, 2026

Lewis Capaldi was a 'secret set' at Glastonbury Festival 2025.

Lewis Capaldi was a 'secret set' at Glastonbury Festival 2025.

Glastonbury Festival 2027

Festival-goers warned as Glastonbury 2027 deadline draws near

Simply Red back in the 1980s- L-R; Aziz Ibrahim (guitar), Mick Hucknall (lead vocals), Janette Sewell (backing vocals), Tim Kellett (trumpet), Fritz McIntyre (keyboards), Ian Kirkham (saxophone), Tony Bowers (bass) and Chris Joyce (drums) seated in

Simply Red back in the 1980s- L-R; Aziz Ibrahim (guitar), Mick Hucknall (lead vocals), Janette Sewell (backing vocals), Tim Kellett (trumpet), Fritz McIntyre (keyboards), Ian Kirkham (saxophone), Tony Bowers (bass) and Chris Joyce (drums) seated in

Legendary 1980s band to headline new festival at Somerset venue

Various Taunton Literary Festival events are set to take place over the next week

Various Taunton Literary Festival events are set to take place over the next week

What's on in Taunton this week: September 17-23, 2026

Sir Rod Stewart was the legend's headliner at Glastonbury Festival 2025.

Sir Rod Stewart was the legend's headliner at Glastonbury Festival 2025.

Glastonbury Festival 2027

Legendary 80s pop rock band rumoured to play Glastonbury Festival 2027

Oasis are going on tour again in 2027, with plenty of gigs planned across the UK

Oasis are going on tour again in 2027, with plenty of gigs planned across the UK

Oasis confirms 2027 UK tour with 20 shows – how to get tickets 

Harry Styles shared a cryptic post to Instagram overnight.

Harry Styles shared a cryptic post to Instagram overnight.

Glastonbury Festival 2027

Glastonbury 2027 headliner rumours grow after 'cryptic email' about 'huge star'

Lionel Richie in full flow at the Cooper Associates County Ground. Picture: Danny Adams

Lionel Richie in full flow at the Cooper Associates County Ground. Picture: Danny Adams

Major new music festival at Somerset venue that hosted Elton John and Lionel Richie

The Brewhouse is among the venues hosting events in Taunton over the next week

The Brewhouse is among the venues hosting events in Taunton over the next week

What's on in Taunton this week: September 10-16, 2026

The Pyramid Stage will welcome some of the biggest music stars as Glastonbury Festival returns next year after a year out.

The Pyramid Stage will welcome some of the biggest music stars as Glastonbury Festival returns next year after a year out.

Glastonbury Festival 2027

Glastonbury 2027 tickets: Dates, prices and registration details confirmed

A packed-out crowd for the first edition of Electric Summer in Taunton.

A packed-out crowd for the first edition of Electric Summer in Taunton.

Taunton music festival set to return bigger than ever

The fifth Minehead Bay Festival was held on Saturday, August 29

The fifth Minehead Bay Festival was held on Saturday, August 29

Thousands turn out for fifth annual Minehead festival

Somerset CCC's men's and women's team are both in action in Taunton over the next week

Somerset CCC's men's and women's team are both in action in Taunton over the next week

What's on in Taunton this week: September 3-9, 2026

Wet Wet Wet will take to the stage in Somerset for the start of their reunion tour in 2027.

Wet Wet Wet will take to the stage in Somerset for the start of their reunion tour in 2027.

Legendary 1980s soft rock band speak ahead of reunion tour at Somerset venue

A variety of musical performances are set to take place across Taunton over the next week

A variety of musical performances are set to take place across Taunton over the next week

What's on in Taunton this week: August 28-September 2, 2026

Dolly Parton played the Legends slot at Glastonbury Festival 2014.

Dolly Parton played the Legends slot at Glastonbury Festival 2014.

The day Dolly Parton brought Glastonbury Festival to a standstill

Love Island TV star and DJ Alex Bowen (pictured) is heading to Taunton.

Love Island TV star and DJ Alex Bowen (pictured) is heading to Taunton.

Love Island TV star set to make appearance at Taunton event

Liam Gallagher of Oasis performing at Wembley Stadium in 2024

Liam Gallagher of Oasis performing at Wembley Stadium in 2024

Glastonbury Festival

Oasis fans hoping for a Somerset return receive a very clear message

New music festival Electric Summer is set to take place at Vivary Park in Taunton.

New music festival Electric Summer is set to take place at Vivary Park in Taunton.

Inside the story behind Somerset's new music festival featuring 80s pop star

Taunton Sinfonietta will perform at St James Church in the town on Sunday, September 6, at 6pm

Taunton Sinfonietta will perform at St James Church in the town on Sunday, September 6, at 6pm

St James Church in Taunton to host classical concert next month

Anthony Knight will perform at St John’s Church on Park Street in Taunton at 1pm on Wednesday, August 19

Anthony Knight will perform at St John’s Church on Park Street in Taunton at 1pm on Wednesday, August 19

Archbishop of Canterbury

Violinist to perform in Taunton church as part of Pilgrimage of Hope

The events at Tennyson Court aim to improve well-being and reduce isolation through the power of song and shared experience

The events at Tennyson Court aim to improve well-being and reduce isolation through the power of song and shared experience

Music therapy in Taunton helping improve wellbeing and reduce isolation

A George Harrison tribute act is among the events taking place across Taunton over the next week

A George Harrison tribute act is among the events taking place across Taunton over the next week

What's on in Taunton this week: August 6-12, 2026

Thousands of music fans attend Foodies Festival, which combines live entertainment with food and drink experiences.

Thousands of music fans attend Foodies Festival, which combines live entertainment with food and drink experiences.

Iconic boyband stars to perform at popular Somerset food festival

Chill on the Hill is set to take place at Ham Hill Country Park on Sunday, August 30, marking its fifth anniversary

Chill on the Hill is set to take place at Ham Hill Country Park on Sunday, August 30, marking its fifth anniversary

Somerset Council

Family-friendly celebration returning to Somerset for fifth year

That'll Be The Day is playing shows in Weston-super-Mare and Yeovil as part of its upcoming autumn run

That'll Be The Day is playing shows in Weston-super-Mare and Yeovil as part of its upcoming autumn run

Hit show comes to Somerset as part of 36-date UK tour

Dunster-based Dennis Coath is set to publish the final instalment of his novel series based on a geriatric rock band

Dunster-based Dennis Coath is set to publish the final instalment of his novel series based on a geriatric rock band

West Somerset author publishes second instalment of novel trilogy

A variety of events are taking place across Taunton over the next week

A variety of events are taking place across Taunton over the next week

What's on in Taunton this week: July 30-August 5, 2026

Lyra as a baby recovering in hospital

Lyra as a baby recovering in hospital

Brain Tumour Charity

'Miracle' Somerset baby beat the odds to survive brain tumour

Coldplay have performed at the Cheese and Grain in Somerset.

Coldplay have performed at the Cheese and Grain in Somerset.

The Somerset venue where Coldplay, McCartney and Michael J. Fox played