Catfish and the Bottlemen, fronted by Van McCann, are among the biggest indie-rock bands to emerge from the UK this century.
Over a decade on from their landmark debut album The Balcony, the Welsh outfit have amassed more than a billion streams, two million album sales and sold close to 10 million singles. A fourth LP is rumoured to be in the works, with two tracks last year ending a five year wait for new music.
Having had to cancel a Dublin gig minutes before they were scheduled to perform last August, the band’s return to the city is a very welcome one for fans.
When and where is it?
Catfish and the Bottlemen play Fairview Park in Dublin on Monday June 16th.
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What time should I arrive?
Gates open at 7pm, and the show is likely to begin at 7.30pm. A list of stage times is not yet available, so keep an eye on Catfish and the Bottlemen’s social media for updates on the day. Gigs at Fairview Park tend to wrap up around 10.30pm.
Who is playing?
Support acts for Fairview Park are yet to be announced, though special guests on some of the UK dates include James, The Wombats, The Fratellis and DMA’s. Catfish and the Bottlemen, of course, will headline.
What songs will Catfish and the Bottlemen play?
Catfish and the Bottlemen’s set list will likely pluck songs from each of their three studio albums. This was a set from the band’s gig in Cardiff last year.
- Longshot
- Kathleen
- Soundcheck
- Pacifier
- Twice
- Fallout
- Conversation
- Anything
- Business
- Sidetrack
- Homesick
- 2all
- Rango
- Outside
- Fluctuate
- 7 (Extended)
- Cocoon (Extended)
How do I get to and from the gig?
Fairview Park is within walking distance of Dublin city centre, and very accessible by public transport. You are encouraged to walk, cycle or avail of public transport to get to the gig – driving a car to the site is not advised.
Travel by train/Dart: Dart services will run as normal to and from the site. Clontarf Road Dart station is about a 10-minute walk from the event. The last southbound train, running towards Connolly Station, departs Clontarf at 12:16am, while the last train north leaves shortly before midnight.
Travel by bus: Dublin Bus runs plenty of services to Fairview Park bus stop, which is only a couple of minutes from the site entrance. Buses are available from Eden Quay (14, 15, 27a, 27b), Abbey Street Lower (6, H1, H2, H3, 130) and Talbot Street (42, 43).
Irish Concert Travel is running a same day return bus to the gig from cities and towns around Ireland, including Donegal town, Sligo, Longford, Ballina, Mullingar and Galway City. Buses to Concerts are offering a similar service from the likes of Belfast, Newry, Dundalk and Drogheda.
Travel on foot: Fairview Park is walkable from the city centre. It should take less than 40 minutes on foot from O’Connell St to the park,
Travel by car: You are advised not to travel to the event by car, as there will be no local parking facilities near Fairview Park.
Are there any tickets left?
Tickets for the gig can be purchased here. They remain available at the time of writing. Remember to download your tickets on to your phone in advance, in case any issues arise around internet connection at Fairview Park.
Screenshots may not work on the day, as Ticketmaster often use live or dynamic barcodes that update regularly. Fairview Park’s box office is located beside the site’s entrance near Annesley Bridge Road.
What is security like?
Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult to be permitted entry to the park. You are advised to bring an official form of identification – ideally a passport, Garda age card or driving licence.
Bags will be searched, and bringing a large bag or backpack may lead to significant delays or even entry being denied. Umbrellas, alcohol, garden furniture, professional cameras or recording equipment, glasses and cans are prohibited.
What does the weather look like?
Met Éireann has said Monday is set to be a dry day with plenty of sunshine and just scattered cloud. Maximum temperatures of 18 to 22 degrees with some wind
