Saturday night at Truck Festival marked a historic moment as Wet Leg took their first-ever UK festival headline slot, solidifying their rise to prominence in front of a crowd of 25,000 in Oxfordshire.
At 9:40 PM, Wet Leg graced the stage to a highly anticipated audience, showcasing their meteoric ascent since their breakout in 2021. The Brit and Grammy Award-winning duo from the Isle of Wight eagerly embraced their headline debut at Truck Festival, an ideal platform for such a milestone achievement.
Highlighting the strength of their self-titled debut album, the set was a meticulously crafted affair encompassing their iconic tracks like ‘Wet Dream’, ‘Being in Love’, and ‘Angelica’. They also surprised fans with a sensational rendition of Charli XCX’s latest single ‘360’. The performance culminated in a euphoric confetti-strewn moment during ‘Chaise Lounge’, uniting Truck Festival’s spirited community in celebration. It was a fitting conclusion to a day filled with joy, marking a significant moment for Wet Leg as they seamlessly transition into the ranks of the UK’s festival headliners.
Throughout the weekend, Truck Festival continued to deliver standout performances across its diverse lineup. IDLES kicked off the festivities with an electrifying set on Thursday night, followed by a legendary performance from Jamie T. Friday and Saturday saw energetic mosh pits fueled by acts like Soft Play, Yard Act, and Fat Dog. Meanwhile, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Declan McKenna, and Peace delighted audiences on the main stage, maintaining a vibrant and family-friendly festival atmosphere. The Market and The Nest stages buzzed with emerging talent, while a surprise appearance by Frank Turner on Saturday afternoon added a memorable touch to the intimate V & V Stage.
Truck Festival 2024 proved to be a spectacular showcase of musical talent and community spirit, with Wet Leg’s headline debut standing out as a pivotal moment in their burgeoning career.
