The Great Escape announces first wave of artists for its online showcase.

We’ve just about come to terms with the fact that we wont be on the Brighton seafront this year to lap up the countries most exciting new acts…well actually, maybe not. However, the festival are doing their bit to keep us connected with live music by taking the show online. Today, The Great Escape have announced the first 68 artists to join the bill and leading the charge are the likes of Yard Act, PVA, Chubby and the Gang, Bleach Lab, T.V Priest and many more.

Taking place between the 13th and 14th May, music fans can register for free to tune into a host of channels and check out some of the most exciting new artists around. Register here.