SATURDAY | King cerulean

Dorsetfest ‘25 is delighted to welcome King Cerulean, a nine-piece independent band based in Cardiff known for genre-blending nostalgic groove pop.

King Cerulean energizes the crowd with a vibrant live performance.

This exciting indie pop sensation seamlessly weaves a range of eclectic musical influences that includes Ripe, The Cat Empire, and Red Hot Chili Peppers to create their unique, nostalgic sound with catchy hooks, vibrant brass elements and undeniable basslines. All designed to lift spirits and to get audiences dancing along.

Their debut single ‘Situation’ was launched in July 2020, followed by their debut album ‘The other side of the night’ in May 2021. Since then they’ve gone from strength to strength, winning ‘Hot Vox New Blood’ in Spring 2024 and performing at the ‘Isle of Wight Festival’ in June 2024.

Click on the images below to get a taster of their releases on their YouTube channel:

FUNKIDORM

Released in March 2024, this track showcases the band's signature high octane blend of influences. The lyrics mix humour with flirtation in a playful exploration of both literal and figurative chemistry, while the instruments build from a bouncy groove to an energetic crescendo that's hard to resist

SUNSHINE CAROLINE

This lively single, released in October 2023, blends vibrant brass sections, jaunty piano, and infectious basslines. With playful energy and catchy hooks, the nostalgic grooves invite you to dance along while capturing feelings of longing and anticipation, all set against a backdrop of sunny optimism

THE OTHER SIDE OF THE NIGHT

The band’s debut EP dropped in May 2021, introducing an eclectic mix of upbeat, funky tracks that blend nostalgia with fresh energy. It features five dynamic tracks with themes of love, longing, and personal reflection, all wrapped in a playful, feel-good atmosphere

Over the past few months they've been busy writing 'Wild Things', a new track in the studio with Ben Green, an incredible producer from Studio 54 in Exeter. Perfect timing for their gig on Saturday night at Dorsetfest!

With reviews like “I danced so much I hurt my testicle” and “I should have been doing more cardio so I was ready to boogie” we’re sure they’re going to get you up and dancing.

For more info on @kingcerulean why not visit their Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Spotify or website.