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another act for Oxegen

REM added to the bill

By Scott Williams | Published:

Oxegen 2008 - R.E.M.
Photo credit: Greg Forbes


Set the frequency to Oxegen, Kenneth, as stadium rockers R.E.M. are to join Kings of Leon at Oxegen, Ireland's annual multi-stage music festival weekend now taking place for the first time over three days from Friday 11th to Sunday 13th July at Punchestown Racecourse, Naas, County Kildare, Ireland.

The campsite will open on the Thursday this year, but with Thursday night camping costing an additional 20 euro. Campers can get a free onsite parking ticket with every four camping tickets purchased.

Tickets go on general sale on Friday 7th March at 8am and eFestivals will have links for you to purchase tickets.

NOTE:- AGE RESTRICTIONS. Strictly 17s and over only - ID required and will be checked vigorously before entry. Under 17's will only be admitted if accompanied by guardian/friend/relative 25 years or over who will sign for and accept responsibility for said person. Policy will be strictly enforced - persons who purchase and ignore conditions will be refused entry with NO refund.

R.E.M.