One of the best things about Steelhouse Festival isn’t just watching your favourite bands tear up the mountain—it’s getting the chance to meet them afterwards!
Whether you’re after a signed album, a selfie, a quick chat or simply want to shake hands with some of the artists making this year’s festival unforgettable, the Planet Rock Signing Tent is the place to be on Friday 24th July 2026.
Here’s who’s stopping by…
🦑 King Kraken
🕞 3:30pm – 4:00pm
Fresh from unleashing one of the heaviest and most explosive performances of the afternoon, Welsh favourites King Kraken will be meeting fans. Expect plenty of smiles, horns in the air and maybe even a few stories about all that incredible pyro they brought to the mountain.
👻 Hollow Souls
🕟 4:15pm – 4:45pm
After turning heads with their energetic set, Hollow Souls head straight to the signing tent. If they’ve just become your newest musical obsession, this is your chance to grab a signature and let them know what you thought of the show.
🏴 Mason Hill
🕔 5:00pm – 5:30pm
Scottish rockers Mason Hill have built a reputation for huge hooks and even bigger live performances. Swing by for photos, autographs and a chance to meet one of the UK’s brightest modern rock bands.
🇺🇸 Parker Barrow
🕠 5:45pm – 6:15pm
Bringing Southern rock swagger all the way to the Welsh mountains, Parker Barrow will be greeting fans after their performances. It’s the perfect opportunity to meet one of the weekend’s standout blues-rock acts.
🎸 The Temperance Movement
🕡 6:15pm – 6:45pm
A band that’s always guaranteed to attract a crowd, The Temperance Movement will be signing merchandise, posing for photos and chatting with fans before the evening really kicks into top gear.
🔥 Anthony Gomes
🕖 7:00pm – 7:30pm
Blues, rock and jaw-dropping guitar playing come together with Anthony Gomes. If you love incredible musicianship, don’t miss the chance to meet one of Friday’s finest performers.
⚡ Luke Morley
🕗 8:15pm – 8:45pm
A true British rock legend rounds off Friday’s signing sessions. Luke Morley has written some of the biggest rock songs of the last few decades, making this one of the most anticipated meet-and-greets of the day.
🤘 The Riff Report Says…
The Planet Rock Signing Tent is always one of the friendliest places at Steelhouse. Bands take the time to chat, sign your merch, pose for selfies and thank fans for their support, creating memories that last long after the final encore.
So don’t just race between stages all day—leave a little time to meet the artists who make this festival so special. Bring your vinyl, CDs, T-shirts or festival programme, charge your phone for those all-important selfies and get ready to meet some rock royalty.
We’ll be roaming the mountain all weekend covering every set, every surprise and every unforgettable moment.
See you at the signing tent, butt! 🤘🏔️
Michael is the founder, editor, and chief riff wrangler behind The Riff Report, an independent Welsh rock and metal publication built by fans, for fans. With a lifelong passion for loud guitars, unforgettable live shows, and the incredible community that surrounds rock and metal, he created The Riff Report to celebrate everything that makes the scene special—from legendary headline acts and grassroots venues to rising bands that deserve to be heard.
A familiar face at festivals across the UK, Michael spends much of the year covering events including Download Festival, Bloodstock Open Air, Steelhouse Festival, Firevolt, Plumpton Revival, and many more. Whether he’s battling the Welsh weather on a mountainside, surviving a weekend in a muddy campsite, or squeezed against the front barrier with thousands of fellow fans, he’s always searching for the next great story to share.
As editor of The Riff Report, Michael writes festival guides, breaking news, album reviews, gig reviews, interviews, opinion pieces, nostalgia features, and behind-the-scenes stories from across the rock and metal world. His writing combines honest opinions, humour, and a genuine love for live music, bringing readers closer to the bands, festivals, venues, and people that keep the scene alive.
Michael is particularly passionate about supporting independent artists, local venues, charities, and the wider UK rock and metal community. He believes every band deserves a chance to be discovered and every festival has a story worth telling. Through The Riff Report, he aims to shine a spotlight on both the biggest names in rock and the future stars waiting to break through.
When he’s not writing or interviewing artists, you’ll probably find him exploring festival campsites, photographing live shows, chatting with fellow fans over a pint, or planning the next road trip in search of more riffs, bigger crowds, and unforgettable moments.
Above all, Michael believes rock and metal are about more than music—they’re about community, friendship, and creating memories that last a lifetime. That’s exactly what The Riff Report exists to celebrate.
Proudly Welsh. Proudly Loud. Always chasing the next great riff. 🤘
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