Longital celebrate 25 years on stage at Pohoda 2026
Bratislava-based band Longital will perform at Pohoda 2026, celebrating 25 years on the music scene. The genre-defying travellers and founders of the independent label Slnko Records will bring a special concert format titled Suita, performed together with a string trio.
10. March 2026
Longital are known for their distinctive combination of poetic lyrics, Shina’s charismatic vocals, bowed bass lines and the unmistakable guitar work of Dano Salontay. Their music moves freely between alternative rock, folk, experimentation and intimate songwriting.
The band has been connected with Pohoda since the festival’s early years. Their first appearance took place in 2001 under their original name Dlhé Diely at the former venue beneath Sokolice hill. Later that same year they released their debut albums September and Šinadisk, starting a musical journey that continues to this day.
Over the years, Longital have performed across Europe as well as in the USA and Canada, including appearances at the renowned South by Southwest in Austin. They have also toured with The Frames and the project The Swell Season, led by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová.
At the anniversary edition of Pohoda, Longital will present a selection from their extensive catalogue, including songs from their recently released fourteenth studio album Krajina beží dolu vlastným brehom. Returning to Trenčín after some time, the band will bring a performance that blends their characteristic intimacy with rich string arrangements.
Over three days (Thursday to Saturday), Pohoda 2026 will feature performances by Gorillaz, The Prodigy, Lykke Li, Denzel Curry, IDLES, Oliver Tree, Apashe & Brass Orchestra, Action Bronson, SHERELLE A/V Show, and many more. For the first time in Pohoda’s history, there will also be a standalone Extra Day, featuring The Cure, The Twilight Sad, Just Mustard, and Denis Bango.
For Wednesday – The Cure Extra Day, it is possible to purchase a single-day ticket or combine the experience with the full festival by buying a 4-day pass, which is currently the most cost-effective way to enjoy Pohoda in its entirety. Pohoda Festival will take place on July 8 & July 9–11, 2026, at Trenčín Airport.