Melvin Benn on Electric Picnic 2026: <i>“Astral Weeks</i> was a massive record for me growing up, so I’m delighted that Van is finally playing the Picnic"

Festival Republic head honcho Melvin Benn tells Stuart Clark about last minute additions to the Picnic bill; why he’s so excited about this year’s headliners; what’s new in Stradbally; and their sustainability successes. Plus, he pays tribute to Glen Hansard and Fontaines D.C. manager Trevor Dietz.