Skindred Replace Nothing More at Hills of Rock 2026 – Welsh Ragga-Metal Legends Step In for Bulgarian Festival

Hills of Rock 2026 has confirmed a major change to this year’s lineup: Skindred will replace Nothing More at the Bulgarian festival.

Nothing More have stepped away from their summer touring plans to focus on new music and family time. Taking over their slot are Welsh ragga-metal pioneers Skindred, who will bring their legendary high-energy live show to the Rowing Base (Grebna baza) in Plovdiv from 24 to 26 July 2026.

Skindred, formed in Newport in 1998, are renowned worldwide for their genre-defying “ragga metal” sound — a explosive mix of heavy metal, reggae, punk, hip hop and electronic beats. Fronted by the charismatic Benji Webbe, they are widely regarded as one of the most dynamic and unpredictable live bands in heavy music.

The band are currently riding high with their forthcoming ninth album You Got This (due via Earache Records) and continue to push their sound forward with heavyweight riffs, full-throttle rhythms and anthemic hooks.

Hills of Rock 2026 Line-Up Highlights

The three-day festival already boasts a stacked international and regional bill, including:

Marilyn Manson
Godsmack
Electric Callboy
Sex Pistols featuring Frank Carter
Black Label Society
Lamb of God
P.O.D.
Nevermore
Paradise Lost
Of Mice & Men
House of Protection
Vended
Deafheaven
Karen Dió
The Toy Dolls
Last Train
Northlane
Orbit Culture

Plus a huge selection of Bulgarian and regional artists: Khanъ, Vrani Volosa, Tsar Plah, Hellion Stone, Black Tooth, Engineer of Death, Overhook, Django Ze, Neshto Tsvetno, Velian, H09909, P.I.F., Innerglow, Almost Green, Rusita, Koza Mostra, Bazzookas, Lek City Case, Karma Scale, Da Seed, Kontrol, GOTRA feat. VEL, Gigashadow, Lavina, low-key and Sunblinds.

Special Opening Event – BE4 HILLS

For the first time, Hills of Rock will feature a dedicated opening day on 23 July 2026 called BE4 HILLS, featuring:

Sabaton
Savatage
Epica
Sevi (Bulgaria)

Tickets & Info

Tickets for Hills of Rock 2026 are on sale now via Ticket Station. Weekend and day tickets are available, with camping options also offered.

Tickets for Hills of Rock 2026 are on sale now via Ticket Station. For the latest updates on the program, tickets and camping, visit hillsofrock.com, festteam.bg and ticketstation.bg, or follow the official festival social media channels.

FAQs – Hills of Rock 2026 Skindred Replacement

Why are Skindred playing Hills of Rock 2026? They have stepped in to replace Nothing More, who have withdrawn from summer touring plans to focus on new music and family time.

When and where is Hills of Rock 2026? 24–26 July 2026 at the Rowing Base (Grebna baza), Plovdiv, Bulgaria.

What is the special opening event? BE4 HILLS on 23 July 2026 with Sabaton, Savatage, Epica and Sevi.

Who else is playing Hills of Rock 2026? The lineup includes Marilyn Manson, Godsmack, Electric Callboy, Sex Pistols ft. Frank Carter, Black Label Society, Lamb of God, P.O.D. and many more Bulgarian and international acts.

Are tickets still available? Yes – tickets and camping packages are on sale now at ticketstation.bg.

Will Skindred play new music at the festival? Yes – the band are supporting their forthcoming ninth album You Got This and are expected to showcase fresh material.