Kraftwerk, The The, and Billy Idol announced for inaugural Forever Now festival

From Kraftwerk to Billy Idol and The The, Death Cult, Johnny Marr, The Psychedelic Furs and The Jesus & Mary Chain, Happy Mondays, The Damned, Public Image Ltd, and more; the festival will be a unique gathering for fans of post-punk music, fashion and literature. This will be the UK sister event of the critically acclaimed US festival Cruel World, which is now in its fourth iteration, produced and promoted by Goldenvoice in Pasadena, California.

Steve Homer, CEO, AEG Presents, said: "We are delighted to present a festival that reflects the rich heritage of artists in the alternative music field. The day will feature some amazing artists, unique sets, and collaborations not seen on a UK stage before. As the birthplace of alt counterculture, the UK is the perfect home for a festival to pay homage to alternative creative artistry.’’