Electric Picnic 2023 review: Thirteen talking points from a fine weekend in Stradbally 

Billie Eilish and the Wolfe Tones were among the highlights, while the rumoured presence of Kanye West also had tongues wagging at a sun-drenched Electric Picnic 
Electric Picnic 2023 review: Thirteen talking points from a fine weekend in Stradbally 

Electric Picnic 2023: Niall Horan on stage; the crowd at Electric Arena for the Wolfe Tones; three music fans enjoying the sun. Pictures: Leah Farrell, EP Official, Niall Carson

1. Wolfe Tones revival 

The Wolfe Tones’ first appearance at Electric Picnic already feels like it has the makings of an annual tradition. Festival organisers say the veteran folk band attracted the biggest crowd ever to the Electric Arena, with thousands joining in the Sunday singalong from outside the huge, packed marquee. 

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