Impressive line-up for Castle Palooza 2009
The line-up for this year"s Castle Palooza festival weekend has been announced, as the festival celebrates it"s fourth year of existence. This exclusive two-day festival will again take place in the magical Charleville Castle, Tullamore - where 2,500 lucky ticket holders will enjoy a fun-filled weekend of music, entertainment and art. The August Bank Holiday weekend is already marked in music and arts lovers" diaries, as Castle Palooza was nominated for 'Best European Festival' in the UK Festival Awards in 2008. Cherrycool Promotions is very excited about this year"s line up, spread across two stages Metro Main & Le Boudoir. 'At Castle Palooza we pride ourselves on showcasing both well known and up and coming Irish acts, as well as international stars. The festival programme includes a range of music genres from electronic and rock to traditional and bluegrass. Year on year our intention is to include more international artists in our programme as this will increase the popularity and awareness of the festival at home and abroad,' said Cillian Stewart, Festival Director. The line-up includes David Kitt, Project Jenny Project Jan, RSAG, Channel One, Robotnik, The Lost Brothers, Dark Room Notes, Noise Control, 8 Ball, Glint, Le Galaxie, Nell Bryden, The Ambience Affair, Followers of Otis, Patrick Kelleher and DJs Tu-Ki, Baz and Steve Reddy. Many more acts are due to be announced. Aside from the music, this year the festival will also include lots of other entertainment - from the live Rocky Horror Picture Show, a ceilí, dance workshops (including disco, burlesque, bollywood and circus tricks), exhibitions and comedy to a cocktail bar and the now infamous party bus. And let"s not forget there will be hot showers and proper flushing loos! For those who don"t like tents, the Castle is close to Tullamore town centre and various hotels and B&B"s will have special pricing over the weekend. Two-day tickets including camping are only €89 but there are also a range of tickets this year to accommodate those who would like something even more special. "Couples Treat Yourself Tickets" will include two weekend passes with camping, pitched tent ready on arrival, duvet and pillows, chocolates, a cool bottle of premium champagne & breakfast in bed including a Sunday paper; all for only €299. If you don"t fancy sharing your sleeping quarters, why not treat yourself to a "Singles Treat Yourself Ticket" for just €179 which includes all the above luxuries. Castle Palooza is in aid of the Charleville Castle restoration project. A portion of each ticket will go towards the ongoing work carried out on one of Irelands historic landmarks, so everyone will be doing their bit to help keep this historic landmark alive. Tickets are limited to a 2,500 capacity festival and are available on www.castlepalooza.com and other from usual outlets.