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The Great Escape Festival 2025 in Brighton And Hove,

May 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM  ·  Various Brighton Venues Various Brighton Venues

The Great Escape Festival
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The Great Escape Festival

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LineUp

DUG, formed by Lorkin O'Reilly & Jonny Pickett, blends Irish & American music. Known for extensive tours & unique transatlantic style, they root their sound in heritage.
Formed in 2017 in Bristol, punk/noise rock band Heavy Lungs quickly made a name with raw energy. Known for their intense style and keen humor, the band thrives on their environment's influence.
Sirens Of Lesbos, led by Swiss sisters Jasmina and Nabyla Serag, rose with a 2014 dance hit. Known for indie pop style, they gained BBC Radio 6's support with "We'll Be Fine." Their collaborations include Bootsy Collins, JID, and Christo. They've played across Europe and released two albums, earning acclaim for their authenticity and quality.
Bristol's Post Punk band Knives, known for their pop-infused punk style, debuted in 2023 with "Newshounds." Their cover of Kate Bush's "Babooshka" and energetic shows with bands like Mclusky have marked their rise in the UK alternative scene.
Irish Alt-Folk artist Junior Brother, known for "No Snitch" & "This Is My Body," melds trauma & history in "The Great Irish Famine," building on his acclaimed debut with profound depth.
Irish singer-songwriter Bradley Marshall, hailing from Tallaght, is known for his emotive, heartfelt songs like "Perfect For Me" and "Terrified," drawing comparisons to Dermot Kennedy. His viral Bruno Mars cover led to over 12 million Spotify streams.
Queen Cult, a UK alt rock band from Macclesfield, blends fierce politics in hits like 'Show & Tell.' Known for EPs 'Woman That I Know' & 'For Now Not Forever,' they thrive live with notable UK headline shows & festival spots.
Irish experimental producer Neil Kerr, known as Mount Palomar since 2018, gained fame playing Berghain in Berlin. He's collaborated with acts like BICEP and Overmono and played major venues and festivals. With extensive BBC 6Music airplay, he's a leading UK-Irish electronic crossover producer.
Gloin, a Toronto band, creates dark post-punk with noise rock and industrial touches, exploring themes of dread and perseverance. They released "We Found This" in 2022, collaborating with Dylan Frankland and Graham Walsh.
Mongolian singer Enji fuses Jazz and Folk with Mongolian traditions. Born in Ulaanbaatar, now in Munich, she's inspired by artists like Carmen McRae and Ella Fitzgerald.
Brooklyn-based indie-rock artist Daffo, originally from Philadelphia, crafts poignantly raw songs about complex emotions. Known for intimate DIY shows, they are signed to Concord Records.
Melbourne-based Folk Bitch Trio, celebrated for three-part harmonies and thoughtful arrangements, have shared stages with acts like King Gizzard, Julia Jacklin, and Courtney Barnett. Known for enchanting live performances at major festivals like Port Fairy Folk Festival.
Jordan Adetunji, born in Belfast, blends Afrobeats, Hip Hop, R&B, and Post-Punk, influenced by Wizkid and Burna Boy. Hits like "KEHLANI" achieved chart success.
Evan Williams, a singer-songwriter from Thanet, known for soulful, mature lyrics, debuted with "When The Shutters Rise Again." He gained acclaim with "I’ll Stick Around" (a Hidden Gem by Apple Radio DJ Matt Wilkinson). Signed to Peter Doherty's Strap Originals, he tours UK in both acoustic and rock 'n' roll styles. Instagram: evanwilliamslive.
Cork-based indie rock/pop band Cliffords, known for their emotional sound and live shows, blend indie energy with pop. They've played to packed venues and released debut EP ‘Strawberry Scented.’
Eggy, formed in 2016, are acclaimed for their emotional range and heartfelt songs. Known for "Watercolor Days," they've toured 40+ states and recorded in Nashville.
NO CIGAR, known for their 'semi rock' style, hails from Chantilly, France. Following their sophomore album "The Great Escape" (2023), they released singles "Chantilly" and "Problem." Described as "Kings of Leon for vegans," the band, featuring Willy, Josh, Sam, Ned, and Arthur, is celebrated for sellout tours and festival performances.
Emerging in 2021 from Perth, South Summit blends rock, reggae, and hip-hop. Known for hits like "Givin’ It Up," they've released EPs and their debut album "The Bliss."
Lynks, a cult sensation in London's underground scene, is known for their electro-punk chaos. Praised by The Guardian and Elton John, they captivate UK venues with legendary, sold-out shows.
Amsterdam's The Klittens blend pop catchiness with art-rock darkness. Known for their DIY ethos and unique sound, they've ascended from the underground to notable stages. Acclaimed internationally, including by BBC Radio.
Born in Sydney, Donny Benét, known for his vintage synth sound and hits like "Konichiwa" and "Santorini," burst onto the Australian music scene in 2011. His 2018 album, "The Don," boosted his European and US following. An adept bassist, Donny tours internationally with The Donny Benét Show band.
Anglo-French sibling duo Disgusting Sisters, dubbed "Gucci Beavis and Butt-Head," deliver blunt, witty takes on judgement with "Killing It." They've rocked gigs at Reading & Leeds, Pitchfork Paris, and more, captivating indie crowds with their rebellious spirit.
Clara, inspired by Edith Piaf & Tom Waits, crafts songs that blend storytelling with a touch of mystery and tenderness, often starting from personal drawings or text.
Born in Festus, MO, The Bottle Rockets formed in 1992, blending punk-rock energy with rootsy country. Known for blue-collar anthems, they mix traditional and modern sounds.
South London-formed band Mên An Tol blends Cornish folk roots with Britpop energy. Known for 'NW1,' they channel The Pogues, support Yannis & the Yaw, and held a Camden residency.
Anika Ostendorf of Hachiku blends dream-pop with emotional openness in her album "The Joys of Being Pure at Heart," focusing on love, loss, and identity.
ELINBORG, from Gøta, Faroe Islands, is known for her "dark electro pop." She won 'Best Live Act' at the 2016 Faroese Music Awards. Her single "Brimið" was featured in Netflix's "RAGNAROK." Her third EP, "VERA," was co-produced with her sister Eivør and others, showcasing emotional themes and electronic beats.
PUNCHBAG, a dynamic brother-sister duo from South London, blends punk's raw energy with pop's ecstasy, creating cathartic alternative-pop that tackles today's tough realities.
Nordic artist Eivør, from Faroe Islands, crosses genres in her 11 albums. Known for hits like "Gaia", she's won awards like the Nordic Council Music Prize. Collaborates with Tróndur Bogason, proudly embraced by the metal community.
Saïna, a North West London-based Japanese-English artist, blends Neo-Soul, Alt RnB, and Electronic sounds. She's known for gigs at XOYO and supports acts like Bluey Robinson. Recognized by BBC Introducing, her track "Movie" with Jackson Homer was BBC 1XTRA’s track of the week. Saïna's visual lyricism explores themes of connection and renewal.
Nap Eyes’ fifth album, "The Neon Gate," showcases their evolution with nine songs blending physics, philosophy, and improvisation, praised by NPR and Uncut.
French electronic artist Canblaster, known for his hyperactive and romantic sound, gained fame with Club Cheval. Collaborated with Lido, Kanye West; remixed Charli XCX.
Formed in 2008 by KSU Studios in Malaysia, Ladylike, akin to a rock-style Pussycat Dolls, features Stockholm natives Miranda, Valerie, Louise, and Isabelle. Known for their English adaptations of Asian hits, their 2009 debut album was penned by Edry Abdul Halim.
Keo, a Romanian singer-songwriter and producer, rose to fame with hits like "Azi vii, maine pleci". He started with Swiss band "The Park", opened for David Bowie, and later topped charts in Romania. Known for "Liber" and "Viata noua", he also produced for artists like Andreea Balan. He launched "PianoMania" in 2017, reimagining classic love songs.
London-born Lola Moxom is a rising R&B star known for her powerhouse vocals and live shows. Influenced by legends like Prince, she has shared stages with Humble the Great and Alex Isley.
Bria Salmena, Canadian artist known for FRIGS and Orville Peck collaborations, debuts solo with Big Dog. Her voice, both tender and raw, defines her post-punk style.
"The Stingrays, with Yellow Days' Hector Delicious, George Van Den Broek & Milo-G, blend psych rock & soul. Known for international tours in the US, Japan, & Australia."
Thea Gustafsson, known as Becky and the Birds, is a versatile artist from Sweden, renowned for her ethereal and experimental sound. Since 2017, she self-produces captivating tracks, pushing genre boundaries with a distinct, innovative style.
Toronto-born CJ Wiley is a non-binary singer-songwriter delivering gripping slacker rock with country and grunge influences. Known for hosting the Big Gay Night concert series, Wiley has performed with artists like Tokyo Police Club and is a staple in the city's queer music scene. Their narrative-driven songs address themes of loss, gender, and life’s costs, blending soulful Americana with electric rock. Wiley's compelling style and unique voice resonate in sold-out shows and collaborations with artists like Shannon and the Clams.
Yukon-born Declan O'Donovan blends earthy, baroque psychedelia in his album *Amok*, influenced by his experiences in California, Whitehorse, and Vancouver Island.
Brisbane-born, Byron-based Kita Alexander is a singer-songwriter known for her reflective, heartfelt music. She amassed over 220M streams with her captivating melodies.
From busking in New Zealand, Drax Project excels in pop. Noted for their dynamic live shows, they've opened for Ed Sheeran, Lorde & more. Achieved 24 Platinum certifications & half a billion streams.
Beddy Rays, formed in Australia, gained fame with "Sobercoaster." Their debut album hit No. 8 on ARIA Charts in 2022, leading to ARIA "Breakthrough Artist" nomination.
Montreal's Alix Fernz, formerly Blood Skin Atopic, crafts a lo-fi mix of post-punk, synthwave, and alt-rock. His catchy tunes explore themes like bar life and social issues.

Venue Info

Various Brighton Venues

Bartholomew Rd, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 1JW, UK Directions

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