On Midsummer’s Day, Saturday 20th June 2026, at precisely 6:00 pm, the gates of Oasis Farm swung open and festival-goers rolled into the much-anticipated Oasisbury Festival. Sorted for hot dogs and cake? Absolutely.
Anticipation was high. Oasis had scoured the world to assemble a line-up that would be the envy of many a festival. Headlining the evening were keyboard virtuoso Anne and vocalist Sara, together forming the stunning Paradox of Ravens. They treated us to a set of eighties-inspired electronica, drawing from both of their albums and sprinkling in a couple of glorious ’80s bangers for good measure. But we’re getting ahead of ourselves…
As twilight settled over Oasisbury and the last embers of the sun faded beyond the trees, a hush fell across the gathering. Our commère for the evening was the ever-exotic “Unusualist” Goldie Golden, who guided us through the festivities with warmth, wit and just the right amount of magic. As ever, she was a joy to behold.
Opening the show, Lyrical Lilly enthralled us with her Playlist, leading on to a amazing set from The Amazing Jaqui Rose, who played a selection of stunning covers ranging from Radiohead, Bob Marley, Rod Stewart to Thin Lizzy …. the whisky was most definitely in that jar’o.
Before Sensational Serena told us about her two lives and her adventures with Jan Morris; Goldie beguiled us with her special blend of magic and humour.
Then, from the shadows, came The Paradox of Ravens. At the helm stood Sara, the band’s mesmerising siren, delivering her verses not as songs but as incantations. Her voice wrapped itself around the room, binding the audience in haunting harmony and refusing to let go.
Beside her, Anne moved through shadow and smoke, fingers dancing across the keyboard like a séance in motion. Pale stage light caught the glint of joy and mischief in her knowing eyes as she summoned spectral chords that lingered long after they had faded, hanging in the air like friendly ghosts.
Originals of breath taking beauty sat comfortably alongside beloved anthems from the eighties, each reimagined through the Ravens’ dark and distinctive lens. And when the unmistakable strains of OMD finally emerged to close the set, the room answered as one voice. There was dancing, there was laughter, and there was singing loud enough to wake old spirits sleeping in the rafters. The ensemble brought the festival to a close with a rousing version of Angels – oh yes; we’re loving Oasis instead.
With much thanks to our Head of Audio Visual, Andrea for her stunning camera work. Video’s of all the performances are available at the end of this report; simply click on the links.
To all of our festival goers; thank you all so much for supporting Oasisbury 2026. Without your enthusiasm, generosity and overwhelming love for what we do, events such as Oasisbury simply could not exist. Your belief in our community, and your willingness to be part of it, mean more than words can express.
Our extra-special thanks go to our wonderfully talented performers — Goldie, Jaqui, Serena, and Anne and Sara of The Paradox of Ravens — whose talent, energy and commitment helped make the evening so memorable.
Special recognition must also go to the fabulous Keeley, who marshalled the Barbara Ross Café with aplomb and provided an extraordinary array of cakes, sweets and treats that kept everyone smiling throughout the night. Every smile, every conversation and every act of kindness creates the unique atmosphere that makes our Oasis gatherings such special occasions.
Will Oasisbury return? Perhaps. But we are contractually obliged to wait until Glastonbury enjoys another fallow year. Is five years too long to wait? Maybe not; time, after all, has a habit of flying.
Fear not — we shall fill the gap. In June 2027 we will be navigating our 30-metre yacht, The Barbara, towards Oasis Club Med.
There ain’t no party like an Oasis Club Med Party!!!
Much Love
Lilly xxx
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