Industry Jul 4, 2026

The Cure and Ethel Cain unleash surprisingly sunny emo rock on Open’er Festival 2026 day three

Sets from Just Mustard and Slowdive prove there’s joy to be found in the darkness

Originally published by NME
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The Cure and Ethel Cain unleash surprisingly sunny emo rock on Open’er Festival 2026 day three

Day three of Open'er Festival 2026 featured performances from The Cure and Ethel Cain, who delivered sunny emo rock sets. Other acts, including Just Mustard and Slowdive, also performed, demonstrating that moments of joy can be found within darker musical styles. Originally reported by NME.