Internationally-renowned pop rock band Bastille took the time to fly to Hartlepool as part of their world tour to serenade the crowds with their global hits including Pompeii and Happier.
Local acts including Zela, Michael Rice, Finn Forster, Michael Gallagher, together with The Subways and the Futureheads also took to the stage.
The festival was organised by The Open Jar, in Coronation Drive, and featured alongside the hugely successful Clubland by the Sea on Friday.
1. Hands up for Bastille
Bastille takes to the stage at Hartlepool's Soundwave Festival at Seaton Reach. Photo: Bernadette Malcolmson
2. Dedicated fans
Fans watch the Futureheads perform at Hartlepool's Soundwave Festival at Seaton Reach. Photo: Bernadette Malcolmson
3. All the sparkles
The Subways perform at Hartlepool's Soundwave Festival at Seaton Reach. Photo: Bernadette Malcolmson
4. Looking cool
The Futureheads perform at Hartlepool's Soundwave Festival at Seaton Reach. Photo: Bernadette Malcolmson