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It's nearing the end of Saturday night, day two of Electric Picnic. There's a strange mixture of anxiety and energy in the air - a tired, weary but persistent crowd continues to file towards Damien Dempsey. After almost three decades as a musician, Dempsey hardly needs an introduction. Since releasing his debut EP, The Contender, in 1995, he has carved out a career blending traditional Irish folk with reggae, soul and contemporary storytelling.

Early last year, Rowe was playing covers at his regular Saturday night gig at The Dame Tavern when one of his future managers discovered him. A few weeks later, Lewis Capaldi stumbled into Rowe's usual Sunday session at Cassidy's while on a stag do. It's a remarkably Irish route to a burgeoning career: a pub, a Saturday night, a chance encounter, and a lot of songs. Now he's standing in front of a packed Rankin's Wood audience.

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Gorillaz delivered an amazing performance at Electric Picnic.

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CMAT brings her trademark energy to the Electric Picnic main stage.