Something for your Body & Soul.
Body & Soul has become an increasingly big feature on the festival calendar in recent years. It’s grown into a major event without losing any of that special vibe that sets it apart from the rest.
So what do you need to know about this year’s festival? Well, we’ve come up with a handy A to Z to tell you what you need to look out for, both in terms of big acts and under-the-radar attractions.
We make no apology for our struggles with X, by the way..!
A: Ailbhe Reddy
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Dublin Ailbhe Reddy is an introspective singer songwriter who has been making waves with her patented brand of cathartic folk music.
B: The Bulmers Lounge
A line-up of theatrical and pop-up performances will provide the best in Irish music, song, storytelling and laughter.
C: Cinema
The Lighthouse Cinema returns with movie classics like My Girl, The Rocky Horror Picture Show and Stop Making Sense.
D: Dates
Body & Soul takes place on the Summer Solstice weekend, between 23-25 June, 2017.
E: Elephant
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Dundalk-based multi-instrumentalist Shane Clarke brings his unique folk-tinged tunes to the stage with a full band.
F: Food
Body & Soul always has a quality selection of grub so prepare to be pleasantly surprised by the spread that’s on offer.
G: Great line-up
There’s a serious line-up of music, talks, films, healthy activities and much more.
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H: Home Fries
Get healthy alternatives to fast food from this outfit’s 70s mobile home.
I: Immerse Spa Experience
Enjoy some immersive water treatments and bubbling hot tubs.
J: John Connelly Inc
Roisin Dubh darlings and purveyors of live jazz that will blow you away.
K: Kelly Anne Byrne
The DJ has established herself via her regular gigs in some of Dublin’s best venues and with her work on Today FM.
L: Lambchop
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This long-running band are a must-see so check out their inimitable brand of country, post-rock, soul and scuzzy avant-garde noise.
M: Masquerade Ball
Hosted by Veuve Clicquot, this does exactly what it says on the tin. Guests are invited to get dressed up and join in the fun on Saturday, 24 June.
N: Naked Juice Tent
Call over and enjoy free delicious smoothies, powerful exercise classes and more.
O: Ourland
This celebration of the natural land takes place over three stages and offers shows by musicians, nature experts, artists, photographers, creators and more.
P: Positive Energy Stage
Yoga and mindfulness sessions kick off the day and you can catch events like Ourland, Ignite the Fire, Bug & Butterfly Ball and Forest Sounds.
Q: Questions
Any questions? This is where to go.
R: Root & Branch
This Belfast company will be providing coffee so they’ll be your best friends by the end of the weekend.
S: Soul Kids
Soul kids is a space for children that provides acts, performances and workshops for your little festival heads.
T: Tickets
Get your tickets here!
U: Uploading
You’ll have plenty of photos and vids to upload if you head along. Check out what we mean here.
V: Vernon Jane
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An eclectic Dublin-based group that combine jazz influences with psychedelic sounds.
W: Weval
Brace yourself for the catchy, dance-infused pop from Dutch duo, Harm Coolen and Merijn Scholte Albers.
X: Xylophone?
Eh, someone at the festival is bound to have a xylophone. We think.
Y: Yarns
As in Arbutus Yarns, a theatre that will be showing music documentary films and performances by special guests.
Z: Zen
That’s what you get when you head to this festival!
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