Bella Kay Set to Perform at Billboard U.K. Live During The Great Escape Festival 2026: Check Out the Complete Lineup
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The complete lineup for the Billboard U.K. Live takeover at The Great Escape, scheduled for May 13-16 in Brighton, England, has been announced.
On February 3, it was confirmed that the rising rock band Keo will headline The Deep End venue on May 14 as part of the Billboard U.K. Live experience, a significant milestone in the band’s career. The lineup has recently expanded to include Bella Kay, Madra Salach, Adult DVD, Bleech 9:3, Slag, and Dolder, focusing on showcasing the next wave of indie and alternative talent.
Twenty-year-old Bella Kay has entered a hot streak, with her moving acoustic track “iloveitiloveitiloveit” reaching a new high of No. 17 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart dated April 11. The viral hit currently sits at No. 2 on the U.K.’s Official Singles Chart, maintaining a position in the top 10 since the start of March.
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Madra Salach recently completed a sold-out headline tour across the U.K. and Ireland and is preparing to release new music later this year.
The group will be joined by fellow Irish act Bleech 9:3, who has previously toured with Keo and has released several singles this year, including the popular track “Ceiling.” Adult DVD is also on a promising path after making waves at U.K. festivals last summer, while indie bands Slag and Dolder will make their debut at The Great Escape in May.
The Deep End venue is situated within The Great Escape’s beach site on Madeira Drive, with access available to fans through a TGE wristband, subject to capacity limits.
Held annually in Brighton, The Great Escape transforms the coastal city into a hotspot for discovering emerging music. The festival features breakthrough acts from the U.K. and Ireland, alongside a variety of international artists. Over four days, live performances occur at numerous independent venues and are complemented by panels and networking opportunities.
Fans can purchase tickets via the festival’s official website, including passes for this year’s spotlight shows featuring The Kooks, Peaches, and Kingfishr.
Among this year’s lineup are The Lottery Winners, Lime Garden, The Orchestra (For Now), Little Grandad, Natalie Wildgoose, and Lonnie Gunn. The festival has historically served as a platform for artists such as Charli xcx, The Last Dinner Party, Fontaines D.C., Sam Fender, and Lola Young.
