In keeping with my 'festival as a feast' metaphor, if Friday was the appetiser and Saturday the main course, Victorious' Sunday line-up is a large, heaped dessert trolley accompanied by an epic cheeseboard, full as it is with succulent musical treats and savoury moments. In fact, so large in number are the options available I've had to split my recommendations list in two. First up, covering the best things to see from gates open until seven o'clock, is the sweet selection..
Me & The Moon (Common Stage, 1215-1245) (Seaside Stage, 2130-2200)
If you're feeling a wee bit jaded after yesterday's festival fun, suffering after one too many expensive pints of lager, the mellow indie-stylings of this Guildford duo are the very thing to start your Victorious Sunday (alternatively, if you're seeing them later in the day, they'll help calm your nerves after Keith Flint has scared you)
Fugitive Orchestra (Showcase Stage, 1230-1300)
Fugitive Orchestra, the pseudonym of James Tattington, is not so much a one-man band as a beat-boxing, guitar-looping philharmonic.
Gomez (Common Stage, 1315-1400)
In the 20 years since Gomez won the Mercury Prize (yes, it was really that long ago) the Southport posse have released another 6 studio albums, toured extensively and, in the process, added a large American contingent to their fan-base via the US college circuit. The band are celebrating the 20th birthday of Bring It On the band with an anniversary tour, on which their Victorious appearance is a stop.
Soul 45 (Beats & Swing Tent, 1415-1515) (Soul Circus Tent, 2020-2140)
Southampton's premier vinyl only suppliers of funk, soul and dance music. Prepare to swing your pants..
Jerry Williams (Castle Stage, 1500-1530)
A few years ago, at The Great Escape, I left the dark depths of Sticky Mike's with Kassassin Street ringing joyfully in my ears, and stumbled across a talented singer-songwriter playing in a yard across the way. It was Jerry Williams and, liking what I heard, I ensured I caught her afternoon slot in a tent on the Old Steine later that day (where, to an audience that included her Mum, she played a jaw-dropping cover of Bump'n'Grind). Since then Jerry has plugged away, touring further and wider, refining her craft and growing her legion of fans with every gig. Fingers crossed she makes it back from her mini tour of Europe (!) in time...
Marika Hackman (Common Stage, 1520-1550)
2017's I'm Not Your Man was one of my favourite long players of last year, pitching exquisite vocals with wry lyrics and catchy melodies, so this is a set I'm very much looking forward to (although, as much as I hope to hear her Nirvana cover, I think I'll be disappointed).
Sink or Soar (Real Ale Stage, 1530-1600)
Rising like from the ashes of the excellent (and much missed) B of The Bang, Sink or Soar feature Wit's unmistakeable vocals and playful lyrics.
Dani Uziel (Acoustic Stage, 1550-1620)
Is it just me or, of late, is Portsmouth excelling itself at producing talented singer-songwriters?
The Orielles (Castle Stage, 1600-1630)
Over the years the minster town of Halifax has given much to the world; John Noakes, Big Daddy, Sarah Blackwood, Quality Street, Ed Sheeran (yes, I know) and even one of the Thompson Twins. All from Halifax. The latest delight to come from that part of West Yorkshire are The Orielles. H'mm, there must be something in the water up North...
The Bluetones (Common Stage, 1620-1650)
Purveyors of melodic indie tunes, Mark Morriss and chums have been resident on the alternative music landscape for a long time. If memory serves they're no longer recording/releasing new material, so expect an uplifting set of old favourites.
Gengahr (Castle Stage, 1700-1730)
Apparently take their name from a poison Pokémon, really, this London four-piece produce a satisfying blend of pop and psychedelia. I like both of those, and I like Gengahr.
The Amazons (Common Stage, 1720-1805)
Ignoring the leather and long hair clichés for a second, these Reading rockers have been feted by the likes of the NME and BBC Radio 1. To be honest their a bit of a wildcard entry on mny list...
Tuba Libres (Beats & Swing Tent, 1730-1815)
Trust me, you never realised it but there is a tuba-shaped hole in your life. A talented bunch of chaps from Southampton who will most definitely put a smile on your face.
Reverend & The Makers (Castle Stage, 1800-1830)
The sound of Sheffield.
Sleaford Mods (Common Stage, 1835-1920)
If you have to ask then maybe they're not for you...
......and that's not including Skaraman, TV's Dermot O'Leary at the decks, a Bowie tribute, a 90s tribute act, Dub Pistols, festival stalwarts the Southsea Alternative Choir, the various delights offered by the World Music Village and Comedy Tent and, of course, Paddington making an appearance in the Kids Arena.
That's it for part one of my Victorious Sunday preview, part two should (!) be appearing tomorrow so be sure to pop back. Now, go make a nice cup of tea and have a sit down, you need to be ready for the weekend.
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