The UK’s premier new music festival, The Great Escape, has today unveiled the eagerly awaited line-up for this year’s FIRST FIFTY live launch, set to take place on Thursday 13th November 2025 across eight venues in East London. Kicking off the countdown to The Great Escape 2026 in Brighton, these special shows will introduce the first wave of artists confirmed to play the festival next May, spotlighting some of the most exciting new acts from around the globe.For 2025, the event includes two newly added venues: The George Tavern and The Jago, joining the likes of long standing favourites to host an eclectic mix of rising talent. Tickets for each FIRST FIFTY show start from just £8!