Retrospective on Iconic Irish Rock Concert at RDS 40 Years Ago

Forty years on, an article looks back at what was considered Ireland's biggest rock concert, featuring U2, Bob Geldof, and Thin Lizzy, held at the RDS.

4 May, 04:30 — 4 May, 04:30

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U2, Bob Geldof and Thin Lizzy – the £15 gig that divided opinion and shook the RDS

It was the biggest rock music concert Ireland has ever seen. Forty years on this month, it’s still hard to fathom how Belfast-based promoter Jim Aiken was able to assemble such a glittering who’s who of Irish musical talent.

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Retrospective on Iconic Irish Rock Concert at RDS 40 Years Ago

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U2, Bob Geldof and Thin Lizzy – the £15 gig that divided opinion and shook the RDS

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