LIVE: Victorious Festival 2025 is finally here! - updates throughout the day as Queens of the Stone Age and Madness top billing for Friday

Southsea Common is playing host to some of the biggest bands and musical acts this weekend with The News there every step of the way.

With Queens of the Stone Age and Madness the top billing for Friday, August 22, it is set to be a fantastic day as thousands of music lovers head to the event.

Find the latest news, pictures, and videos of the first day’s action at Victorious below: