Meet the bands performing at Readipop XOX 2026

Readipop has shared the full artist line-up and event details for its upcoming electronic music showcase, Readipop presents: XOX 2026, taking place this June.

The free evening brings together prominent names from the UK’s electronic music open mic community alongside visuals and documentary film.

Movement 81

Swansea-based audiovisual innovators Movement81 will make their Reading debut, bringing their acclaimed blend of indie synth and dance music.

Known on the EMOM circuit for hosting Lemontronic EMOM, they have previously supported acts such as Max Cooper and Plaid.

Mentat

London modular synth artist Mentat will deliver an improvised live set of evolving techno and progressive house using a compact modular rig.

Bloco Electrohed

The night will also feature the debut performance of Bloco Electrohed, a newly formed live electronic drumming supergroup consisting of XOX members Electrohed, Projected Form, and BIGBOXlittlebox.

Sophie Sirota

The line-up is completed by Sophie Sirota, who creates evolving ambient soundscapes using strings, vocals, effects, and live looping.

Spryt Electra

Spryt Electra, is what happens when 80s/90s synth pop hangs out in Berlin for a while. Expect warm retro analog vibes infused with driving beats.

Martin Christie

EMOM movement founder Martin Christie will perform and co-host the evening.

Martin is also a poet, author, and producer

A year in the life of RG EMOM

Halfway through the live music, the venue will host the premiere screening of A Year in the Life of RG EMOM, a mini-documentary by BAFTA-winning filmmaker Matt Hulse capturing the local electronic community over the past 12 months.