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Electric Picnic 2017 **Discussion Only // No Ticket Sales**

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  • #7052
    gazzer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,050 ✭✭✭gazzer


    Can anybody recommend any good insoles that I could put in my runners to make the 20 mile walking around EP every day a bit more comfortable :):) I was planning to wear the boots I wore to the last EP but can only find one of the pair. Havnt a notion where the other one is. Thanks


  • #7053
    grudgehugger
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 1,010 ✭✭✭grudgehugger


    Peter File wrote: »
    They should not be at a music festival.

    Interested to hear more views on this... personally am always surprised there are not more acts like this at festivals.

    Would love to see a decent Beatles covers band @ EP sometime.


  • #7054
    Paleblood
    Closed Accounts Posts: 399 ✭✭Paleblood


    grudgehugger wrote: »
    Interested to hear more views on this... personally am always surprised there are not more acts like this at festivals.

    Would love to see a decent Beatles covers band @ EP sometime.

    I have no problem with them playing. They're a good band and if you've ever seen them live you'll know that the lead singer takes the piss out of the fact that they're a cover band. They're a bit of throwback fun. People need to lighten up and stop being so precious about a festival. There's far worse ideas being implemented at EP each year.


  • #7055
    ghostdancer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,539 ✭✭✭ghostdancer


    Anachronica Saturday times:
    District 8 takes over the Anachronica stage at Electric Picnic to bring you the best mix of electronic music into the early hours!

    Line up
    02:00 - 04:00 Sunil Sharpe
    00:30 - 02:00 Moduse
    23:15 - 00:30 Long Island Sound
    22:00 - 23:15 Mode_1


  • #7056
    D.Q
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,054 ✭✭✭D.Q


    Have no problem with tribute bands playing smaller stages when there are so many stages around the place.

    Should only be for legendary bands that aren't around any more though. Have no interest in a foo fighters tribute band for example.


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  • #7057
    ir555
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 116 ✭✭ir555


    Picked up a campervan ticket and am not the original purchaser

    Does one need id to match the original proof of purchase as per the info on EP website..

    Appreciate any help.

    D

    All campervan occupants must have weekend camping tickets to gain access the campervan area. Please note for campervan/caravan passes the purchaser will be required to bring the original proof of purchase to site along with their pass. This is to prevent touting of campervan passes.


  • #7058
    kg703
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 1,103 ✭✭✭kg703


    If its a good tribute - why not?
    The Roadhouse Doors are playing and if they dont clash with anyone I want to see then I am definitely going along. If I could sit somewhere in the (hopeful) sun with a nice beer listening to the Doors for an hour, that's a good hour for me.

    A little disappointed RTJ are on early main stage - was hoping they would be in a tent at night time.


  • #7059
    eplady2017
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 317 ✭✭eplady2017


    Have no problem with tribute bands playing either... There is some may different stages/areas at EP that if you don't want to waste your time with them you don't have to... Personally, this year I'm hoping to catch the Doors and the Neil Young tribute bands (assuming there's no clashes)..


  • #7060
    red face dave
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,166 ✭✭✭red face dave


    Went to see Daft as Punk last year at the picnic and had a great time. It's the closest thing that the Picnic will ever have


  • #7061
    Stillill42
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 4,653 ✭✭✭Stillill42


    Peter File wrote: »
    They should not be at a music festival.

    Eh? Why the feck not? God knows if we can fit in yoga, hot tubs, e-lites, cooking etc., there's certainly room for a gang of superb musicians playing the Smiths.


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  • #7062
    johnnyskeleton
    Moderators, Entertainment Moderators, Politics Moderators Posts: 14,568 Mod ✭✭✭✭johnnyskeleton


    Another question and sorry if it has already been discussed.

    The map has the Electric Arena and the Little Big Tent. Presumably it hasn't been updated for this year. Are these the B&S Earthship and Bandstand?


  • #7063
    Thundercats Ho
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,589 ✭✭✭Thundercats Ho


    eplady2017 wrote: »
    Have no problem with tribute bands playing either... There is some may different stages/areas at EP that if you don't want to waste your time with them you don't have to... Personally, this year I'm hoping to catch the Doors and the Neil Young tribute bands (assuming there's no clashes)..

    Who? Where are they playing?

    The Salty Dog no stars are covering the stones exile on main street this year.


  • #7064
    Coz
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 288 ✭✭Coz


    johnnyskeleton wrote: »
    Another question and sorry if it has already been discussed.

    The map has the Electric Arena and the Little Big Tent. Presumably it hasn't been updated for this year. Are these the B&S Earthship and Bandstand?

    EA and LBT still to be announced


  • #7065
    maximoose
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,217 ✭✭✭maximoose


    johnnyskeleton wrote: »
    Are these the B&S Earthship and Bandstand?

    No, Earthship and bandstand are small stages within the B&S area


  • #7066
    Charles OCK
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 36 ✭Charles OCK


    Quick question, I live roughly 10 minutes from the site so travel distance is not a problem for me. What time ideally is the best to get in on Friday to avoid the largest crowds?

    Sorry if this has been answered previously.


  • #7067
    Peterd66
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 413 ✭✭Peterd66


    ir555 wrote:
    Does one need id to match the original proof of purchase as per the info on EP website..


    If previous years are anything to go by you should be ok, 10th year in campervan and never been checked.
    Just have the "ticket" already fixed to windscreen.


  • #7068
    SlipperyPeople
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,761 ✭✭✭SlipperyPeople


    has anyone gotten the buses Sunday night/monday morning at around 4am?

    If its possible debating having my stuff packed and heading home after the music stops so I can wake up in my own bed.


  • #7069
    mimimcmc
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 895 ✭✭✭mimimcmc


    I think EP is eclectic enough to host tribute bands, I'd certainly love to see Pearl Jem playing there!

    Isn't there a festival that consists only of tribute bands? Tribfest?


  • #7070
    michaelp97
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 66 ✭✭michaelp97


    Hi I just purchased an early entry pass there, this is my first time going, just wondering where on site or what entrance I go to to show my booking reference etc to get the pass at the festival. Thanks


  • #7071
    showpony1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,572 ✭✭✭showpony1


    any idea what is "This Ain’t No Disco with Donal Dineen" that is closing the B&S main stage on the Sunday?
    also is Robot Rock another daft punk tribute?


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  • #7072
    billybonkers
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,293 ✭✭✭billybonkers


    Are people in Pink Moon able to avail of the early entry? Will Pink Moon be ready?

    Couldn't people in there go and mess with all the tents that are up with nobody in them?


  • #7073
    Thundercats Ho
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,589 ✭✭✭Thundercats Ho


    Seriously?

    There will b e security there and you need a wristband to gain entry to PM.
    It's an extra cost on top of the early entry fee.


  • #7074
    Paleblood
    Closed Accounts Posts: 399 ✭✭Paleblood


    I must be completely blind. Where's Interpol, Father John Misty, Clark and Car Seat Headrest?


  • #7075
    heebusjeebus
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,781 ✭✭✭heebusjeebus


    Paleblood wrote: »
    I must be completely blind. Where's Interpol, Father John Misty, Clark and Car Seat Headrest?

    Still plenty to go. All stage times should be known by Wednesday.


  • #7076
    team_actimel
    Closed Accounts Posts: 785 ✭✭✭team_actimel


    Paleblood wrote: »
    I must be completely blind. Where's Interpol, Father John Misty, Clark and Car Seat Headrest?

    Electric Arena I'd predict. Acts and times haven't been announced for it yet.


  • #7077
    eplady2017
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 317 ✭✭eplady2017


    Thundercats Ho wrote: »
    Who? Where are they playing?

    The Salty Dog no stars are covering the stones exile on main street this year.

    They are called Harvest.. Been in touch via Facebook and they said "6pm on Friday night @ The Trailer Park stage".. Trailer Park time not out yet..


  • #7078
    andreac
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,000 ✭✭✭andreac


    billybonkers wrote: »
    Are people in Pink Moon able to avail of the early entry? Will Pink Moon be ready?

    Couldn't people in there go and mess with all the tents that are up with nobody in them?

    You do realise it's impossible to get in to Pink Moon unless you have your wristband etc?
    There is very strict security at each gate and it's fenced the whole way around. It's not like the other normal campsites.


  • #7079
    billybonkers
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,293 ✭✭✭billybonkers


    Thundercats Ho wrote: »
    Seriously?

    There will b e security there and you need a wristband to gain entry to PM.
    It's an extra cost on top of the early entry fee.

    Yeah seriously, there are hundreds of tents set up and not that much security walking around them, I know of tents being robbed last year in PM.

    Simply asking as I wouldn't put it passed some people to mess about with a few empty tents given the chance


  • #7080
    Stillill42
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 4,653 ✭✭✭Stillill42


    eplady2017 wrote: »
    They are called Harvest.. Been in touch via Facebook and they said "6pm on Friday night @ The Trailer Park stage".. Trailer Park time not out yet..
    Ah perfect! That will fill the Friday spot vacated by These Charming Men nicely. Like a bit of Neil.


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  • #7081
    Poorside
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,098 ✭✭✭Poorside


    billybonkers wrote: »
    Yeah seriously, there are hundreds of tents set up and not that much security walking around them, I know of tents being robbed last year in PM.

    Simply asking as I wouldn't put it passed some people to mess about with a few empty tents given the chance

    I think you're worrying about nothing really, and what are they going to steal from empty tents?


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