Richard Curran: How our real gig economy is hitting all the right notes in festival season boom
Briefly

Live music in Ireland has seen a significant resurgence since the end of the pandemic, with festivals attracting record numbers of fans. The ongoing festival season presents an extensive array of choices for live music enthusiasts and is generating substantial profits in the industry. Major international artists, including Neil Young and Oasis, have recognized Ireland's key role in their world tours, contributing to the nation's status as a vital location for live performances and audience engagement.
Live music has exploded in Ireland since the end of the pandemic, with fans flocking to events despite rising prices, demonstrating a resurgence in demand for live performances.
The festival season is now in full swing, offering fans unprecedented choices in live music events and contributing to significant revenue generation for the industry.
Iconic acts like Neil Young and Oasis recognize Ireland's importance in global music tours, indicating the country's influential role in the live music scene.
The increase in attendance at live music events showcases how audiences are willing to invest more to experience performances from high-profile artists.
Read at Independent
[
|
]