Great Escape Is Looking For Bands
Weds, 26th Sept 2007



In just two years, The Great Escape has established itself both as the leading event in Europe for showcasing new talent from around the world, and as one of the most exciting events on the festival calendar. The Great Escape 2006 saw The Fratellis, The Klaxons, The Kooks and The Gossip go on to sell millions of records. Highlights of The Great Escape 2007 were Jack Penate, Patrick Watson, The Maccabees, The Pigeon Detectives and Kate Nash, with Brighton’s larger capacity venues on board showcasing even bigger bands than the previous year. The event sold out in advance. In 2008 ChCh music stalwart Cary Caldwell is helping run the festival and is on the lookout for NZ bands.

In 2008 The Great Escape is back – bigger and better than ever!
Bringing the best new music from across the world to Brighton on 15th, 16th and 17th May 2008

Check the website
The Great Escape website goes live on Thursday 13th September – www.escapegreat.com

Have you got what it takes?
Artist submissions start though the website on 13th September. Go to www.escapegreat.com

Get your tickets now!
A limited number of Early Bird tickets are on sale now. Punter tickets are available at £35 inc VAT, Delegate passes at £99 inc VAT. Tickets are available from www.escapegreat.com or from Rounder (01273 325440) and Resident (01273 606312) Records in Brighton.

“A shed load of spanking new bands, seasoned veterans and seminars for a rock bottom ticket price. What more do you want?”– XFM

“Europe’s answer to the SXSW festival in Texas - ****”– The Independent

“The event, which over the course of three days saw Brighton come alive with industry sessions and live music showcasing the brightest new talent from across the globe”
– Music Week

For further information, PR and parties contact Jayne@excesspress.co.uk
For general information contact Barfly – The Great Escape Festival and Convention at info@escapegreat.com