Show Notes
Welcome back to the podcast! This week we’re diving into one of the UK’s most exciting music festivals — The Great Escape Festival in Brighton .
If you’re into discovering the next wave of indie, alternative, and breakthrough artists before they blow up, this is the festival to know. In this episode, we break down the 2026 lineup, share our favourite emerging acts, and talk through what makes The Great Escape such a unique experience. What The Great Escape Festival is and why it’s a must for new music fans Why Brighton is the perfect city for a multi-venue music festival How to find your next favourite band before they hit the mainstream The reality of the festival (industry vs fans 👀) Tips for first-timers heading to TGE We dig into some of the most exciting names on the lineup, including: Adult DVD (danceable indie sleaze vibes) Cowboy Hunters (chaotic, high-energy punk attitude) Westside Cowboy (one of the best new guitar bands right now) Chinese American Bear (NYC-inspired indie groove) Dad’s Club (Palm Violets spin-off project) Slag (Brighton’s rising alt stars) KO / Kio (buzzing indie rock newcomers) Julia Cumming (solo work from Sunflower Bean) …and loads more hidden gems you need to know. From tiny pub gigs to beach stages, this Brighton festival transforms the entire city into a live music playground. Whether you’re hopping between venues, catching secret sets, or stumbling into your new favourite act — it’s all about discovery. We talk about: How to plan your weekend Why wandering is better than over-planning Alternative Escape & free shows What to expect from venues, crowds, and vibes Who are YOU most excited to see at The Great Escape 2026? Did we miss any must-see bands? Drop your recommendations in the comments Like & subscribe for more music discovery content Check out our other episodes covering new indie, alternative & emerging artists #TheGreatEscape #BrightonFestival #NewMusic2026 #IndieMusic #EmergingArtists #UKFestivals #MusicDiscovery #Podcast #FestivalGuide What we cover in this episode: Bands & artists we talk about: Why The Great Escape hits different: Thinking of going?
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