“We wanted to get out of school as badly as possible” – Inhaler in conversation
The rising Dublin band on The Strokes, staying grounded and coming face to face with Zane Lowe. Would it be more interesting if Bono’s offspring was in a death metal band? Sure, probably. As it stands, Elijah Hewson fronts Inhaler, a bright young foursome that operates in the pop-indie vein, influenced by the likes of The […]
6 years ago
Hozier adds second Dublin show due to demand
He’s on a roll. Having enjoyed headline status last Friday night at Electric Picnic, Hozier quickly capitalised on that momentum by announcing a major Dublin headline show the following day. In no time at all, that 3Arena gig sold out, and so he’s only gone and added a second date to meet demand. Mr Hozier-Byrne will […]
7 years ago
Electric Picnic 2019 – Sunday: Florence versus the machines
The curtain comes down on Stradbally. Also, Razorlight are still a thing. Who knew? It ain’t over ’til it’s over and it’s almost over. At a press conference on Sunday afternoon, festival director Melvin Benn hails Electric Picnic 2019 as a roaring success, boasting the greatest vibe he’s ever experienced in these once intimate, now […]
7 years ago
Electric Picnic 2019 – Saturday: Tonight we’re gonna party like it’s The 1975
Your EP day two report, in which nobody knows where they actually are and The Strokes are brand new again… With Friday at Electric Picnic done and dusted – get our full report right here – it is time for us to rediscover our youth. Wild Youth, that is. Look, that’s the kind of pun you’re getting […]
7 years ago
Electric Picnic 2019 – Friday: You should see Billie Eilish in a crown
All the action from day one in Stradbally as Billie Eilish Pirate Baird O’Connell takes centre stage… Despite multiple reports of doom and gloom on the weather front, the sun creeps through the clouds in Stradbally as Friday afternoon opens up and Electric Picnic 2019 comes into focus. It’s not something to get too attached to, with a potential […]
7 years ago
10 acts to catch at Electric Picnic this weekend (Irish)
Essential homegrown action. Electric Picnic is but days away. You’re either in or you’re out. With the festival getting bigger and bigger, it can be a touch overwhelming navigating the thing. Planning is key, unless you’re just there to get lost. In any event, having assembled 10 international acts that you really should go and […]
7 years ago