Electric Picnic makes major new line-up announcement
The 'mischief-filled arena that is Fish Town is planning to be even wilder than ever for Electric Picnic 2025,' according to a statement.
It's 'where we redefine 'normal' with ringmaster extraordinaire Jerry Fish at the helm.'
The two-time Platinum-selling pop artist Jerry Fish is known for his enigmatic live performances.
This will mark Fish Town's fourth year at the festival.
The area is home to The Jerry Fish Electric Sideshow and will feature a circus tent, three pop-up Sideshow Stages and The Heart and Anchor Bar.
'The whole town is inhabited by circus, cabaret, burlesque, pole, drag and sideshow walkabout performers – you never know who you may bump into at Fish Town,' according to a statement.
'Fish Town promises once again to be a highlight of this year's Picnic, delivering three debauched days and nights of mind-blowing, soul-bending entertainment! Under its unwavering banner of 'unity through diversity.''
Jerry Fish and MayKay will perform on Friday, August 29, after midnight.
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