The news brand will present headline act Peaches, host The Independent Stage at Daltons and the welcome event on Brighton beach, and provide exclusive news and reviews from the festival
The news brand will present the festival’s official welcome party on Brighton beach on 13 May, with a live performance from alt-pop/rock artist Marlee.
The publication will also host The Independent Stage at Daltons, a matinee showcase stage to platform new artists, on Friday 15 May. The line-up so far includes Girl Tones, Slag and Twat Union, with more to be announced.
As well as presenting its eponymous stage, The Independent will bring its music-obsessed readers exclusive news and reviews from Brighton.
The partnership continues The Independent’s tradition of supporting music and cultural initiatives, including multi-year relationships with major European festivals including Montreux Jazz Festival and Mighty Hoopla.
The Independent’s music editor, Roisin O’Connor, says: “I’m overjoyed that The Independent has extended its partnership with The Great Escape festival, continuing our mutual work supporting new talent and celebrating our vital live music scene.
“This year I’m particularly excited that The Independent is hosting a spotlight performance at The Dome from the awesome, pioneering legend Peaches, with support from the thrilling Bimini. We’ll also be championing new artists as always with our matinee show at Daltons. See you there!”
