You Won’t Believe How Many Famous Bands And Singers Have Performed Recently In Ireland!
Aside from the Irish born international stars who feature prominently on Ireland’s musical calendar, there are many famous bands and singers who include Ireland on their tour calendar. Host to huge music festivals as well as the location of many world-class music venues, Ireland offers music lovers a variety of musical events throughout the year.
The big cities boast several venues suitable for international artists, whether big or small. Besides Ireland’s own international stars, venues like the O2 and Vicar Street in Dublin regularly host stars like Leona Lewis, Elvis Costello and others. Catch the up-and-coming local talent at music venues around Belfast and Dublin too – you may catch the first concert of the next big international star!
Oxegen is an annual event that takes place over 3 days at the Punchestown Racecourse, about 40km outside of Dublin. Music lovers from Dublin and elsewhere gather to take in the likes of Jay Z, Eminem, Black Eyed Peas, Echo and the Bunnymen, Earth Wind and Fire as well as the best of Irish talent such as Cathy Davey. This event draws festival-goers from around the world because of the famous bands and singers it attracts, rivalling Glastonbury for the crowds it draws and the famous stars that play here each year.
The Dublin City Soul Festival is another must-see event, catering for a variety of music tastes, not just soul. Artists lined up for the 2010 event include The Three Tenors, Carlos Santana, Iron Maiden, Deep Purple, The Cranberries and more. Diverse music genres cater for a diverse audience making this a popular event each year. The famous bands and singers this event attracts are a testament to its success and popularity with Irish music-lovers.
The Music Show, held on the first weekend of October In Dublin each year is becoming increasingly popular with up-and-coming musicians. This event not only features live performances by the likes of Imelda May and The Coronas, it includes music workshops and talks by professionals from the music industry. Anyone interested in breaking into the music business should attend this event. Irish and international artists are featured, giving audiences the opportunity to enjoy the music while learning about the industry.
Ireland’s music festivals cater to a variety of tastes, featuring ‘old’ and new artists playing rock, rap, R&B and other genres. The cross-section of music genres featured attracts a wide audience of young and old, making Ireland a super destination for music lovers worldwide. Of course, Ireland’s famous homegrown talent is recognized worldwide, with bands like U2, The Cranberries and The Corrs featuring in their music calendar. If you are looking for famous bands and singers, then Ireland’s recent performances would indicate that this is the place to be.
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