It has been a busy year for alt-pop-rockers Bastille, who are marking 10 years since the release of their debut album, Bad Blood – anyone feeling old yet? So far they’ve played shows in Europe, Mexico, the US – some of which were with Duran Duran and Nile Rodgers – and soon they’ll hit the road again across Ireland, Europe and back again to the US. They’re wasting no time this year.
This week singer-songwriter Dan Smith, drummer Chris “Woody” Wood, guitarist Will Farquarson and bassist Kyle Simmons will kick off their Give Me The Future tour, promoting their 2022 album of the same name, in good old Dublin, Ireland. So what can we expect from the concert?
When do they play?
The concert is on at Trinity College Dublin on Wednesday, June 28th.
What time should I arrive?
Gates open at 7pm and the show starts at 7.30pm. Due to increased traffic and security measures, concertgoers are advised to be at the venue in sufficient time.
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Who is the support act?
Irish singer and social media star Ryan Mack will warm up the stage before Dan Smith and the lads make an entrance.
How do I get there?
The concert organisers have instructed fans to walk, cycle or use public transport to get to the concert as there will be no parking facilities on site. They have advised ticket holders to plan for at least an extra hour-and-a-half travel time to and from the venue as traffic delays are inevitable. Stewards will be directing crowds and there is no entry via the Front Square or Nassau Street gates. The entry point is via Lincoln Place Gate.
By Dart: The Dart will run services to and from the gig via Pearse Street station. The last train northbound leaves at 12.03am, the last train southbound leaves at 12:16am. For more information see irishrail.ie.
By bus: Dublin Bus run services right up to Trinity College. The bus routes serving Nassau Street, just outside the venue, are: 11, 37, 38, 38A, 38D, 39A and 70.
What will they play?
On their last tour, most of their sets lasted about 40 minutes. However, some performances, such as their gig in Charlotte, North Carolina on June 14th, lasted a little longer. So we can hope things will look a little like the set list from that night:
- Good Grief
- WHAT YOU GONNA DO???
- Million Pieces
- Bad Blood
- World Gone Mad
- Send Them Off!
- survivin’
- The Draw
- Flaws
- No Angels
- Quarter Past Midnight
- Happier
- 4AM
- Things We Lost in the Fire
- Of the Night
- Shut Off the Lights
- Pompeii
Are there any tickets left?
This is a sold-out gig. However, you can keep an eye out for resale tickets on ticketmaster.ie. Buy tickets from accredited sources only.
What’s the story with security?
This concert is strictly over-18s and ID will be required. Allow time for security checks on the way in. Bags larger than A4 size will not be permitted and all bags may be searched, this can be time-consuming so consider going bagless for easier entry. There will be no cloakroom or storage facilities. No umbrellas, alcohol, garden furniture, selfie sticks, flares, glasses or cans, among other items, will be allowed into the event.
Can I take photographs at the concert?
Yes, but only with a smartphone or small camera. Professional cameras with a detachable lens and any other recording equipment are banned.
What’s the weather forecast?
Met Éireann is forecasting scattered clouds and a maximum temperature of 20 degrees. While the day might start with some showers in the area, things should clear up for revellers.
