How much do you know about Ireland's gig lineup this summer?
Whether you're turning Malahide brat green, catching (another) farewell from The Wolfe Tones, or enjoying a bit of craic agus ceol with The Mary Wallopers, there's something for everyone this summer.
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Unfortunately we can't sort you out with an Oasis ticket, but here's a quiz instead.
Oasis may be having a Champagne Supernova, but what kind of supernova does Chappell Roan prefer?
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Aperol spritz
Cider
Red wine
Espresso martini
Which member of Boygenius is performing at The Iveagh Gardens this July?
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Phoebe Bridgers
Lucy Dacus
Julien Baker
Lana Del Rey is famous for her music – but what about her husband? What does he do?
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Greenkeeper
Fisherman
Professional birdwatcher
Alligator tour guide
Which of the following is NOT a song on Charli xcx's album Brat?
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I might say something stupid
Girl, so confusing
I think about it all the time
I don't know what's going on
Born Slippy by Underworld features on the soundtrack of which 90s film?
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The Truman Show
Trainspotting
Human Traffic
Empire Records
Which US state is Noah Kahan from?
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Vermont
Georgia
Florida
California
Finish the Train song title: Hey Soul
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Brother
Sister
Friend
Second cousin twice removed
What is the biggest selling album of all time in Ireland?
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Definitely Maybe – Oasis
White Ladder – David Gray
Can't Slow Down – Lionel Richie
Eyes Open – Snow Patrol
The Corrs and The Mary Wallopers are both from which Co Louth town?
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Drogheda
Carlingford
Dundalk
Termonfeckin
Believe it or not – Chappell Roan's first name isn't actually Chappell. What is it?
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Katie
Kayla
Kelsey
Kayleigh
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Good Job, Babe!
Almost full marks, but you're still welcome at the Pink Pony Club.
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Stop Crying Your Heart Out
Your knowledge is Half the World Away.
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You're Gonna Go Far (just not in this quiz)
Kahan you brush up on your facts in time for the gig?
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