Over 700 lucky fans attended Bushmills Live on 12 June at the Old Bushmills Distillery on Ireland’s north coast, which was headlined by breakthrough British band The 1975 with artists including Gary Lightbody and Peter Buck’s supergroup Tired Pony also on the bill.
They were joined by rising stars James Vincent Mcmorrow, Luke Sital-Singh, David C. Clements, Matthew And The Atlas, Levity Breaks and Rubblebucket on a fantastic day of music.
Artists more used to playing to crowds of thousands performed a series of small gigs in centuries-old buildings at the Old Bushmills Distillery, where the tasteful whiskey is made.
Gary Lightbody from Tired Pony said: “Last night was Tired Pony’s first gig in Ireland and it was unlike any other gig we’ve played before. The atmosphere was great.”
Master Distiller at the Old Bushmills Distillery, Colum Egan, said: “Bushmills Live 2014 was a great success.
“I was looking around and everywhere people were smiling and having a great time, enjoying the wonderful music – and the exceptional whiskey, in moderation of course.
“The 1975 and Tired Pony were sensational and it was fantastic to continue to provide a platform to up-and-coming talent. The atmosphere backstage was like an old school reunion with so many friends of the festival in attendance – the craic was brilliant!”
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