Festival Guide To Knockanstockan

Image: Knockanstockan [Used with permission]

 

 

Knockanstockan, a wonderfully quirky Music and Arts Festival, takes place from 19th – 21st July on the shores of Blessington Lakes Co. Wicklow.

 

This laid-back festival, cultivates a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere, showcasing the best acts from Ireland’s independent music scene in addition to fantastic performance and visual artists which all feature across this magical weekend.

 

Knockanstockan has a BYOB policy for weekend ticket holders, you are also unrestricted on where you go with your drink on the site, which makes it a very affordable option for festival goers. The festival’s green policy highlights the importance of sustainability and they encourage people to bring their own reusable cups and water bottles (Reusable keep cups will be on sale at any of the bars), as well as recycling where possible, the aim is to “Leave No Trace”.

 

Festival-goers have the choice to camp if they wish, with both normal and boutique camping options available and campervans are also welcome.

 

 

 

Music Picks

 

 

Friday 19th July

 

 

Eve Belle

 

20.00 – Unfiltered

 

Hailing from Donegal, singer-songwriter Eve Belle possesses a vocal style that oozes sophistication which is evocative of a modern twist on a bygone era.

 

 

 

 

The Wood Burning Savages

 

22.00 – Dimestore Tent

 

Energetic, entertaining, fast paced alternative-punk from this Derry-City based band, whose sound echoes elements of QOTSA and The Clash.

 

 

Saturday 20th July

 

 

October Fires

 

12.40 – Faerie Field

 

Haunting vocal airs from Leixlip/Celbridge four-piece October Fires, their sound is beautifully emotive and is described as dark-pop.

 

 

Cherym

 

15.20 – Spirit Animal

 

Punk/noise pop all-girl trio Cherym are a musical force to be reckoned with. This band brings a high-energy performance with lots of attitude, reminiscent of groups like The Donnas and Bikini Kill, evident in tracks “Take it back” and “Super Queens”.

 

 

 

 

Ailie

 

15.20 – Faerie Field

 

Beautifully poetic lyrics, atmospheric vocals and piano all feature in Pop/folk artist Ailie’s unique sound, an absolute must-see.

 

 

 

 

Happyalone.

 

22.00 – Spirit Animal

 

Alt-pop trio Happyalone.’s sound combines electronic, synths and bass elements, which work particularly well on track “Go Slow”.

 

 

 

Sunday 21st July

 

 

Powpig

 

13.00 – Spirit Animal

 

Four-piece girl group Powpig’s sound has grunge and punk elements, reminiscent of 1990s American acts like Sonic Youth and Nirvana.

 

 

 

 

 

Farah Elle

 

18.00 – Faerie Field

 

Singer-songwriter and pianist Farah Elle’s music is an eclectic mix, with Arabian, R&B and ska influences all complementing her inimitable vocal style.

 

 

 

Just Mustard

 

21.45 – Dimestore Tent

 

Shoegaze/noise-pop act Just Mustard have an unique, raw quality to their music, with Portishead and Aphex Twin being just two of their influences.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Social Media

 

 

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https://www.facebook.com/KnockanStockan/

 

 

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