Kanye Rumored for Wireless Festival

A potential headlining slot would mark a controversial return for West, who previously performed at the festival in 2014. During that appearance, some audience members booed the rapper for an extended mid-set rant that lasted around 20 minutes. West's 2014 performance was a last-minute addition, as he filled in for fellow headliner Drake who had pulled out due to illness. Despite the negative reaction to his speech, West performed a second night and completed his set for thousands of fans. Wireless Festival is held annually in London's Finsbury Park. The event has a history of attracting major international artists, with past headliners including Jay-Z, Rihanna, and Cardi B. The 2026 edition is expected to take place from July 10-12, though dates remain unconfirmed. The festival typically draws a large crowd, with a capacity of nearly 50,000 people. In 2025, Drake headlined all three nights of the festival, a move described as unprecedented for the event. That year's lineup also featured artists such as Burna Boy, Summer Walker, and PARTYNEXTDOOR. West has a long history of major festival appearances, including headlining Coachella. However, he also pulled out of a planned Coachella headline slot in 2019 following disagreements over stage design.