Cross The Tracks, the Brockwell Park festival celebrated for its mix of jazz, funk, and soul, has unveiled the first wave of acts for its 2026 edition, with Mercury Prize-winning artist Little Simz set to headline.
Fresh off her landmark shows at Manchester’s Co-op Live and London’s The O2, Simz will make her festival headlining debut, ahead of the release of her sixth studio album, Lotus. The British rapper and singer-songwriter, acclaimed for her albums Sometimes I Might Be Introvert (2021) and NO THANK YOU (2022), is recognised as one of the most exciting voices in contemporary UK music.
The 2026 lineup also features London Afrobeat collective KOKOROKO, Nigerian-born, London-based Obongjayar, neo-soul singer Lady Wray, rising Scottish soul artist Brooke Combe, and Irish hip hop group Bricknasty. Additional acts include SHOLTO, singer-songwriter Bel Cobain, R&B trio The Womack Sisters, reggae sound system Channel One, Reek0 of Brighter Days Family, Franky Bones Ensemble with Goya Gumbani, rapper Sonnyjim, electronic duo 2fox, and ZENA.
Keep an eye out for more information and sign up for pre-sale tickets here.
