From November 14–16, Butlin’s Minehead transforms into a time machine of sound and sweat, as SHIIINE ON returns for its annual three-day celebration of 90s indie, Britpop, and dance culture. A place where aging ravers, Gen Z crate-diggers, and lifelong band obsessives collide in a blur of lager, lyrics, and late-night euphoria.
This year’s lineup is stacked with heavy-hitters and hidden gems. Whether you’re chasing the ghosts of your youth or discovering the bands your older sibling swore were life-changing, SHIIINE ON delivers.
The Jesus and Mary Chain
Noise, beauty, and rebellion in equal measure
Formed in East Kilbride in 1983, brothers Jim and William Reid created a sound that fused Velvet Underground cool with Phil Spector pop, all drenched in feedback and attitude. Their debut album Psychocandy (1985) is now legendary — a swirling, distorted masterpiece that birthed shoegaze and noise-pop.
By the 90s, they’d evolved into a darker, more melodic force with albums like Honey’s Dead and Stoned & Dethroned, featuring the haunting duet “Sometimes Always” with Mazzy Star’s Hope Sandoval. Their influence stretches from Sonic Youth to My Bloody Valentine, and their live shows are hypnotic, raw, and emotionally charged.
Expect a set that’s equal parts chaos and catharsis — a reminder that distortion can be divine.
CAST
Britpop’s melodic soul, still soaring
Born from the ashes of The La’s, Cast emerged in Liverpool in 1992 and quickly became one of Britpop’s most beloved bands. Frontman John Power’s knack for melody and lyrical optimism made their debut All Change (1995) the fastest-selling album in Polydor’s history.
Tracks like “Walkaway,” “Alright,” and “Sandstorm” are indie staples, but Cast’s deeper cuts reveal a band with psychedelic leanings and spiritual depth. Noel Gallagher once called seeing them live “a religious experience” — and it’s not hard to see why.
Their recent work proves they’re not just riding nostalgia — they’re refining it. Expect a set that’s warm, uplifting, and full of singalong moments.
ASH
Teenage dreams, punk-pop precision
Formed in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland in 1992, ASH were barely out of school when they released 1977 — a Britpop-era classic packed with hits like “Girl From Mars,” “Kung Fu,” and “Goldfinger”6. Their sound blends punk energy with pop hooks, and their live shows are famously tight, loud, and joyful.
After nearly going bankrupt in the early 2000s, they bounced back with Free All Angels and the Ivor Novello-winning “Shining Light”. They’ve since released a string of albums and even dropped 26 singles in a bold A–Z series.
ASH are the sound of youth, resilience, and pure indie adrenaline. Their set will be a sugar rush of nostalgia and new energy.
UNKLE
Trip-hop, rock, and cinematic soundscapes
Founded by James Lavelle in 1992, UNKLE is less a band and more a sonic collective. Their debut Psyence Fiction (1998), produced by DJ Shadow, featured Thom Yorke, Mike D, and Richard Ashcroft — a genre-blending masterpiece that fused hip-hop, electronica, and rock.
Later albums like War Stories and The Road series pushed into darker, more cinematic territory, with collaborations from Josh Homme, Mark Lanegan, and Keaton Henson. UNKLE’s live sets are immersive experiences — part rave, part art installation.
If you want to get lost in sound, this is your portal.
Inspiral Carpets
Madchester’s organ-fueled heartbeat
Formed in Oldham in 1983, Inspiral Carpets were key players in the Madchester scene alongside The Stone Roses and Happy Mondays. Their signature sound — swirling Hammond organ, garage rock riffs, and psychedelic textures — made tracks like “This Is How It Feels” and “Saturn 5” instant classics.
They’ve weathered lineup changes, tragedy, and time, but their music remains vital. Their influence can be heard in bands from The Charlatans to modern psych-pop outfits.
Live, they’re a blast of retro-futurist energy — proof that the spirit of Madchester still pulses strong.
Why SHIIINE ON is more than a gig
Indoor comfort: No mud, no tents, just warm beds and hot breakfasts. Butlin’s Minehead offers a surreal blend of seaside kitsch and festival chaos.
Mixed crowd, shared vibe: Whether you’re 22 or 52, SHIIINE ON is about connection — through music, memories, and the joy of dancing like no one’s watching.
Late-night madness: The party doesn’t stop when the bands do. Expect DJ sets, silent discos, and some of the most gloriously unhinged hallway karaoke you’ll ever witness.
If you’ve ever loved a band that wore Adidas Gazelles and sang about council estates, heartbreak, or revolution — this is your weekend. SHIIINE ON isn’t just a throwback. It’s a living, breathing celebration of the music that shaped a generation and continues to inspire the next.