An estimated 35,000 festival-goers will head to the Curraghmore Estate for the seventh edition of the All Together Now festival in Waterford, running from July 30 to August 3, according to preview reports tracking the annual Bank Holiday weekend event. The festival lineup features prominent acts including Kneecap, Pulp, and Underworld, alongside a diverse roster of live music performers spanning traditional sounds, post-punk, hip-hop, and electronica.
Kneecap Bring Political Rave-Rap to Curraghmore
Kneecap members Mo Chara, DJ Provaí, and Móglaí Bap are slated to perform tracks from their latest album, Fenian, according to festival previews. Music critic Alan Corr notes that the group’s blend of Prodigy-style beats and Massive Attack-inspired nocturnal ambience translates effectively to an outdoor festival setting as evening falls. Discussions surrounding the trio’s political commentary and song subjects remain a central talking point for attendees gathering at the Waterford estate.
BIIRD Redefines Traditional Irish Music
Founded by seven-time All-Ireland harp and banjo champion Lisa Canny, the 11-piece all-female collective BIIRD aims to challenge perceptions of traditional Irish music. According to reviewer Laura Delaney, the ensemble pairs world-class musicianship with bold styling and high-energy staging. The group previously debuted in London’s Trafalgar Square on St. Patrick’s Day 2024 to an audience of 10,000 before expanding their tour schedule to major festival stages.
Pro Tip: Festival organizers recommend earplugs for high-decibel performances, particularly for heavy sonic acts like Mogwai, whose live shows are noted for their immense volume.
Anna von Hausswolff Makes Her Irish Debut
Swedish artist Anna von Hausswolff brings her acclaimed track “Stardust” to an Irish festival audience for the first time ahead of an appearance at the National Concert Hall in November, as reported by Harry Guerin. Her album Iconoclasts, dated 2025, received a five-star review in The Guardian, which described her work as an experimental and expansive take on pop music.
Gurriers Deliver Urgent Post-Punk
Dublin-based post-punk outfit Gurriers will perform material from their 2024 debut album, Come and See, and their upcoming September release, Nobody’s Coming to Save You. Frontman Daniel Hoff channels social commentary concerning modern culture and systemic frustrations through the band’s aggressive instrumentation, matching the gritty delivery style seen in contemporaries like Fontaines D.C. and Idles.
KhakiKid and RÓIS Showcase Emerging Irish Talent
Dublin rapper KhakiKid—born Abdu Huss—brings an eclectic blend of hip-hop, indie, jazz, and electronica to the bill, drawing on formative influences ranging from 50 Cent to Mac Miller. Meanwhile, Fermanagh-based composer, vocalist, multi-instrumentalist and electronic artist RÓIS (Rose Connolly) arrives at the festival following wins at the 2025 RTÉ Radio 1 Folk Awards, where she secured Best Original Folk Track for “Caoine” and Best Emerging Artist.
Pulp Return With Britpop Classics and New Material
Fronted by Jarvis Cocker, Britpop veterans Pulp will perform catalog favorites such as “Common People,” “Babies,” and “Mis-Shapes,” alongside tracks from their recent album, More. Having charted cultural observations since 1978, the group maintains a touring presence that bridges their mid-90s commercial breakthrough eras with contemporary songwriting.
Kate Nash, Ezra Collective, and Mogwai Round Out the Bill
London singer-songwriter Kate Nash brings material from her fifth album, 9 Sad Symphonies, balancing theatrical pop with piano-driven storytelling. Mercury Prize winners Ezra Collective will showcase their communal blend of jazz, Afrobeat, and hip-hop from their 2024 release, Dance, No One’s Watching. Additionally, Glasgow group Mogwai marks their 30th anniversary tour with an appearance at Curraghmore Estate.
Did You Know? Ezra Collective became the first jazz act to win the Mercury Prize in 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is All Together Now taking place?
The festival runs from July 30 to August 3 over the Bank Holiday Weekend at the Curraghmore Estate in County Waterford.
How many people are expected to attend?
Approximately 35,000 festival-goers are expected to attend the seventh edition of the event.
Who are some of the headlining and notable acts performing?
The lineup includes Kneecap, Pulp, Underworld, BIIRD, Anna von Hausswolff, Gurriers, KhakiKid, RÓIS, Kate Nash, Ezra Collective, and Mogwai.
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