Barry Can’t Swim arrives at Passeio Marítimo de Algés to perform on the Heineken Stage at NOS Alive’25. The Scottish musician, producer and DJ makes his debut at the festival on the first day, July 10.

Barry Can’t Swim, stage name Joshua Mainnie, is a Scottish producer whose music combines global influences and a progressive approach, with elements of jazz and electronica. Born in Edinburgh, he learned music on a piano rescued by his grandfather and, from an early age, devoted himself obsessively to art, playing in bands and studying music at university. Inspired by the UK electronic scene, with the likes of Jamie xx and Daniel Avery, he began to incorporate the fundamentals of piano, guitar and drums into electronic production.

In 2020, he released his first independent album, Because I Wanted You To Know, winning over fans with his unique sound. In 2021, he signed with Ninja Tune and released the More Content EP, which placed him among the scene’s most promising electronic artists. His debut album, When Will We Land? (2023), was a commercial and critical success, topping the UK charts and receiving nominations for the Mercury Prize and the BRIT Awards. At the same time, he evolved from club DJ to live artist, performing at sold-out concerts and festivals such as Coachella and Glastonbury.

In 2024, Barry released “Still Riding”, his biggest single to date, and is set to take to the Heineken Stage on July 10, continuing to establish himself as one of the most exciting and innovative figures in electronic music today.