FKA twigs replaces Doechii as All Points East West Stage headliner

All Points East has reshuffled its Saturday lineup, announcing that FKA twigs will replace Doechii as the West Stage headliner on August 23. The London festival will still feature RAYE as the main-stage headliner, with Tyla performing a London-exclusive set and a lineup that includes JADE, Jyoty, Nao, Montell Fish, Cat Burns and a host of other acts. The change comes after Doechii withdrew from the festival earlier in the week, along with appearances at other events, with organizers apologizing to fans for the disappointment.

The replacement was confirmed two days after Doechii’s departure was announced, which did not include an explanation for the withdrawal. In its statement, the festival expressed regret that Doechii would no longer be performing, underscoring that she is an incredible artist and that the organizers were excited for her to take the stage. The shift moves FKA twigs into the all-female-led bill, reinforcing a programming emphasis that festival organizers have highlighted in recent days.

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