A FIFTH artist has pulled out of their performance at the Isle of Wight Festival — this time with only an hour to go until stage time. 

Announcing the news on social media earlier, Chinchilla said they were 'gutted' they were not able to perform today (Sunday).

The artist was supposed to wow the crowd on the Main Stage at 12.10pm but has been supporting the band, McFly, on their 'Young Dumb Thrills' concert tour. 

The band is set to perform in Birmingham tonight.

Tweeting, they said:" Gutted to say I won’t be playing [the Isle of Wight Festival] today - tried my very hardest to make it work alongside the McFly tour but I couldn’t. Have the best time to everyone who’s going and I’m really sorry to anyone I’ve disappointed."

Confirming the sad news, the festival said not to worry and had an act lined up.

Taking their place on the Main Stage are Cruel Hearts Club, kicking off the first of four Isle of Wight Festival performances today. 

Chincilla is not the first act to pull out of the festival, with Southampton-based indie band The Novatones falling foul to Covid.

Cruel Hearts Club will also be performing on the Gibson and Eye Respect Stage (3.40pm). the River Stage (5.50pm) and This Feeling Stage (7.30pm). 

Didn't catch last night's acts or missed some of the actions? Have a look at some of our highlights here: