Welcome back to Festpod, the unofficial rock festival guide! 

In Episode 84, Neill and Rich are diving deep into the massive Download Festival 2026 lineup. We’re talking the return of Linkin Park (with Emily Armstrong), the "lengthy" Guns N' Roses sets, and why on earth Scooter is on the main billing! 

We’re also breaking down the latest Bloodstock Open Air news from their recent Q&A, including the end of the funfair (RIP 🎡) and some massive site upgrades to the Sophie Lancaster and EMP stages. Plus, we’ve got Gig Picks, "Nine Inch Kills" (oops!), and a look at the Sanctum Modern Metal Festival line-up. 

In this episode:

• Download 2026: Are the headliners fresh enough? 

• Keanu Reeves at Download: Can Dogstar actually play? 

• Festival Accessibility: A look inside the Diverse Sensory Calm Space. 

• Bloodstock Upgrades: Why we're getting "extra length" on the EMP stage. 

• Gig Picks: The Hara, Deadbolt Festival, and Survivalist. 

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