Rockfest, which is part of the Hastings Music Festival, is currently working on a first-come-first-served basis for bands to sign up with free entry.

There are seven cash prizes to be won starting at £50, which will be presented by Paul Roberts, the lead singer of The Stranglers.

The three-week festival is held every year in the seaside town in February and March.

The Rockfest itself will be held on Friday 21^st March.