Acts such as Metallica, U2, The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Guns ‘N Roses, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, David Bowie, Queen and REM have performed in Slane.
What year did Thin Lizzy play in Slane?
1981
On August 16, 1981, music history was made – with the first ever rock concert at Slane Castle. Attended by 18,000 music fans from across the country, the gig was headlined by Thin Lizzy, with support from U2, Hazel O’Connor and more.
What year did U2 last play Slane Castle?
2001
U2 appeared at Slane in 1981 and 1983, whilst in 1984 Bono performed a duet with Bob Dylan during the latter’s encore. This was the last appearance by a member of U2 on the Slane stage until their unique double-headliner in 2001.
Who played Slane in 1984?
Bob Dylan
35 years ago today, Bob Dylan ended his European tour with a monumental performance at Slane. During his two-hour set, Dylan brought out Van Morrison, Carlos Santana and Bono, who was living in Slane Castle at the time.
Who played Slane in 1981?
Thin Lizzy
THE HISTORY OF SLANE CASTLE CONCERTS 1981 – 2013 August 16, 1981: Thin Lizzy were the first headline act ever to take the stage at Slane Castle. Over 30,000 rock fans converged from all parts of the country to participate in what turned out to be one of the most successful music concerts ever organised in Ireland.
Who played the first Slane concert?
The first Slane Festival was held on 16 August 1981 by the Earl of Mount Charles (as The 8th Marquess Conyngham was then known). Concerts followed each year until 1987. The seven concerts of the 1980s were headlined respectively by Thin Lizzy, The Rolling Stones, U2, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Queen and David Bowie.
Who played Slane in 1982?
The Rolling Stones
July 24, 1982: The Rolling Stones headlined Slane Castle, playing for 100,000 screaming fans.
How old is Lord Henry Mountcharles?
Video of the Day. The 69-year-old became seriously ill from lung cancer in the past year, and spent most of his time cocooning with his wife Iona in Beauparc House, Co Meath, which is only a few miles from his original family home in Slane.
