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Reading Festival is pushing to turn Thursday into a full music night, aiming for approval as early as 2027 — turning the event into a four-day spectacle. Currently, Thursdays are reserved for camping and prep, but Festival Republic wants amplified shows from 5 PM to midnight on the main stage. They argue it’ll keep crowds in supervised zones and won’t disturb locals, citing their own noise assessments. Their Leeds sister festival already has this going. But hundreds of residents are protesting, fearing sleep disruption and unfairness to those stuck at home. Festival Republic stands by the plan, saying it’ll boost the experience and align with major stage upgrades. Meanwhile, the UK/Irish music scene is booming, with Spotify helping fans discover new talent through personalized playlists.

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