The Great Escape returns to Brighton, England from May 13-16, 2026, showcasing 50 emerging and established artists across the alternative, rock, indie, punk, and shoegaze genres. This diverse lineup features international acts from Ireland, United Kingdom, Germany, United States, Canada, New Zealand, and Norway, including notable performers such as Au/Ra, Ngaiire, Teenage Joans, and The OBGMs. The festival serves as a premier destination for discovering new music and experiencing cutting-edge sounds from the global alternative music scene. Music fans seeking fresh talent and genre-spanning performances will find an extensive four-day program featuring both rising stars and established indie acts.
Featured Artists
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Girl Tones
Scottsville, Kentucky
The OBGMs
Toronto, Canada
Kingfishr
Limerick, Ireland
Dermot Henry
Manchester, England
Piss
Vancouver, Canada
Yndling
Bergen, Norway
Ain't
London, England
BED
Berlin, Germany
Truman Sinclair
Los Angeles, California
Really Good Time
Dublin, Ireland
Ringlets
Auckland, New Zealand
Westside Cowboy
Manchester, England
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