The Great Escape has revealed its first major details for the 2026 festival, including Irish indie folk trio Kingfishr as headliners of a Spotlight Show at Brighton Dome Concert Hall on Thursday, May 14.
Hailing from Limerick, Kingfishr, Eddie Keogh, Eoin “Fitz” Fitzgibbon, and Eoghan “McGoo” McGrath, have quickly emerged as one of Ireland’s most exciting new acts. Formed during lockdown, the trio are known for their soaring soundscapes and emotive, anthemic songs. Their breakout track “Killeagh”, a tribute to a local hurling club, spent 18 weeks in the Irish Top 10 and has gone four times platinum. Fans can expect an unforgettable night as Kingfishr return to The Great Escape stage. Tickets for the Spotlight Show are on sale now.
In addition to Kingfishr, The Great Escape has unveiled the first fifty acts of its 2026 line-up, highlighting the most promising new music from across the globe. The list features Manchester indie group Westside Cowboy, alt-R&B artist Ngaiire, performance poet Sophia Thakur, Canadian psych-rockers Meltt and Scottish soul-pop songwriter Becky Sikasa, recently named BBC Radio Scotland’s Scottish Act of the Year 2025. Other notable names include Carpetman, Bean Magazine, DC3, Little Grandad, Marlon Funaki, The OBGMS and many more.
Known for championing emerging talent, The Great Escape hosts over 450 artists across 35+ venues and features the music industry-led TGE conference. The festival runs from May 13 to 16 2026 in Brighton, with TGE 2026 Saver Tickets starting at £108, now selling fast.
For full line-up details and tickets, visit greatescapefestival.com
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