And with that, with one last fleeting glance at the Greggs bus, the time has come to depart.

A festival with such a community spirit should conclude with everyone singing along in the pouring rain

It’s still epic, heart-pounding stuff that sees the crowd on its feet by the end of the show.

Ocean Colour Scene may be happy to look backwards but if anything they have only gotten better with age.

There aren’t many bands who can still pack them in over twenty years in. Starsailor are one such band. A special evening.

The National have never been an act to rest on their laurels.

Jules Jackson can do lovelorn, self-deprecating and exhausted, often within the same song,

There is always speculation about an Oasis reunion. On this form, it really doesn’t feel necessary.

Three great bands. Three great sets. And the rain held off. What a night.

All in all, Askern Music Fest 2023 was a great time despite the problems.