Lucy Spraggan – Live at DonnyFest’26
Lucy Spraggan is one of the UK’s most recognisable singer songwriters, known for her honest lyrics, stripped-back sound and strong connection with her audience. Raised in the North of England, Lucy built her early following by performing her own songs at local acoustic nights, quickly gaining attention for her clear voice and personal storytelling.
Her breakthrough came in 2012, when she appeared on The X Factor and made history by becoming the first contestant to achieve both a Top 40 single and a Top 40 album before the live shows had even aired. This early success marked the start of a long and steady career built on songwriting rather than trends.
Since then, Lucy Spraggan has released multiple studio albums and has grown a large global audience. Her music has reached hundreds of millions of streams across platforms, with a loyal fanbase that continues to grow. Alongside her success as a recording artist, Lucy has remained proudly independent, taking full control of her music, releases and creative direction.
In 2023, Lucy expanded her work beyond music with the release of her memoir Process. The book became an instant Sunday Times bestseller, debuting at number two, and offered a deeply personal look at her life, career and experiences. Readers praised its openness and honesty, further strengthening her connection with fans.
Her most recent album, Other Sides of the Moon, saw Lucy revisit songs from across her catalogue, reworking them alongside brand-new material. The album performed strongly across UK charts, including high positions in album sales, independent charts and record store rankings. It reflects both her growth as an artist and her ability to refresh earlier work while staying true to her sound.
Lucy Spraggan is also a highly regarded live performer. Her shows are warm, open and direct, with a focus on storytelling, crowd connection and carefully crafted songs. Whether playing intimate venues or large festival stages, she brings the same honesty and presence to every performance.
Her appearance at DonnyFest brings a major UK artist to Doncaster, offering festival-goers a chance to see Lucy Spraggan perform a mix of well-known tracks and newer material in a live setting. It is set to be a standout moment across the weekend.