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Young Knives confirmed for Great Escape 2008

The Young Knives November 2005

The Young Knives November 2005

Joe Lean and the Jing Jang Jong also announced

Young Knives and Joe Lean and the Jing Jang Jong are among the first acts confirmed for 2008 The Great Escape festival.

Additional acts announced include Lightspeed Champion, Tunng, Peter Von Poehl, Fujiya & Miyagi and School Of Language.

The event will take place in a host of venues across Brighton from May 15-17.

To check ticket availability and get all the latest listings, go to NME.COM/GIGS now, or call 0871 230 1094.


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xLisax 

Jan 31, 2008

Just listened to up all night an dreally love it hope to hear more from them!!!

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