All Points East – Day Four

BY RUBY DANIEL

Day four at All Points East leaned into alternative R&B, pop, and dance, keeping Victoria Park in motion from the first DJ drop to the closing headline anthem. The crowd was as much a part of the spectacle as the music itself – UK influencers, festival regulars, and fans blending into one buzzing, stylish scene. Food stalls offered everything from wood-fired pizza and truffle burgers to mac and cheese and plant-based plates.

Matty Chaibi of Capital Radio kicked things off with a high-energy DJ set, warming the stage and the early crowd with sharp selections that set the tone for a day built on rhythm and vibe.

From there, the music rolled seamlessly. Montel Fish kept the crowd hooked with his blend of alt-R&B, sliding between smooth beats and moodier, atmospheric tracks. JADE and Cat Burns both brought confidence and clarity to their performances, each set pulling the audience deeper into the day’s flow. Tyla, one of the most anticipated of the afternoon, delivered on hype with a set full of energy, charisma, and dance-floor-ready moments that had the crowd singing back word for word.

When FKA twigs stepped in to replace Doechii, the switch felt effortless. Twigs brought her trademark mix of art and edge, commanding the stage with hypnotic presence, dance, and visuals that elevated the performance into something utterly absorbing.

Offstage, the festival vibe kept buzzing. Coca-Cola’s pop-up handed out free drinks alongside a DJ booth and photo set-up, and the UK influencer crowd turned out in force.

And then came the reason most of the crowd had staked out their spots hours before: RAYE. Her headline set was the pinnacle of the day, with the park packed all the way back to the entrance. She shifted effortlessly between big club anthems and stripped-back emotional moments, proving just how much range she has as a performer. The highlight came with the surprise debut of her unreleased track “Where Is My Husband” – a moment of pure serendipity that had fans screaming and filming in equal measure.

What stuck by the end was simple: East London showed up for R&B and pop, and the park moved like it.