With innovators from across the independent music industry coming together for the sessions, called DIY In The Spotlight, along with managers and marketers working on self-release campaigns.

The aim is to provide practical advice, tricks of the trade and inspiring stories.

The Great Escape has been awarded a £38,000 grant from Arts Council England this year which is being used to help the festival deliver local collaborations, education and development programmes, and to promote international diversity and collaboration between artists.