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Other Voices: Fontaines D.C. Live At Kilmainham Gaol
During the peak of lockdown in July 2020 Fontaines D.C. performed an electric live set in the iconic location of Kilmainham Gaol as part of Other Voices Courage 2020. That celebrated performance has since been released as a limited edition LP for Record Store Day 2021 which reached number 7 in the charts and was nominated for best Livestream at the prestigious Libera Awards in 2021 where they took how the Best Rock Record award.
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Plot Summary
This concert film captures the acclaimed Irish post-punk band Fontaines D.C. performing live at the historic Kilmainham Gaol in Dublin. The performance features tracks from their critically lauded debut album 'Dogrel' and offers a raw, energetic display of their distinctive sound within a significant cultural landmark. It provides an intimate viewing experience of the band's powerful stage presence and musical prowess.
Critical Reception
As a live concert film, 'Other Voices: Fontaines D.C. Live At Kilmainham Gaol' was primarily met with positive reception from fans and music critics who praised its atmospheric setting and the band's intense performance. It was seen as a significant document of the band's rise and their connection to their Irish roots.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its atmospheric filming location at Kilmainham Gaol.
Highlighted the band's raw energy and Grian Chatten's compelling performance.
Celebrated as a strong representation of Fontaines D.C.'s live capabilities.
Google audience: Audience reviews often focus on the visceral energy of the performance and the symbolic weight of the Kilmainham Gaol location, resonating deeply with fans of the band.
Fun Fact
The concert was filmed at Kilmainham Gaol, a former prison in Dublin, which has served as a filming location for numerous historical dramas and is itself a significant historical site in Irish history.
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