Westlife tipped to play iconic Irish venue during 25th anniversary celebrations
Westlife have been tipped to play Slane Castle after the band announced they will head back on the road to celebrate their 25th anniversary.
Westlife yesterday announced that they are set to return to the stage and release new music for their 25th anniversary.
And, now, Slane has been tipped as a possible destination for their upcoming big concert dates.
This comes after they performed sell-out gigs in Dublin's Croke Park, 3Arena and the Aviva Stadium and Cork's Páirc Uí Chaoimh in recent years.
After announcing they are returning with new music and a string of special shows, Westlife fans are backing the group to take to the iconic Slane Castle stage next summer (2/1).
However, the group, which consists of Nicky Byrne, Shane Filan and Kian Egan, will be celebrating their 25th anniversary without Mark Feehily, who won't be part of the group for this new era. He stepped away from the band two years ago due to ongoing health issues.
Slane may be just the location for this massive celebration for the boyband.
Cal Gildart of Ladbrokes commented: "We are unlucky to not have a Slane concert this year, but it could be the ideal location for Westlife to emerge from their hiatus.
"They have such a massive following there is no doubt that Slane would pack out to see them looking like that."
However, heir to Slane Castle, Alex Conyngham, declined to respond when contacted by us about the possibility of hosting the boys.
A statement confirmed Westlife's comeback. It said: "To our amazing fans, we would like to take this opportunity to share some very important news with you all.
"We are thrilled to announce the launch of our 25th Anniversary celebrations... On the 9th February 2001 we kicked off our first ever world tour at the Newcastle Arena. Who would have thought we would still be here 25 years later? We have so many exciting plans to share with you very soon which will include new music, an album, special shows and many, many more surprises along the way.
"Sadly, Mark will be unable to join the celebrations. We hope he can join us back on stage when he is ready and able. He sends his love and positivity to you all as always.
"The four of us can't quite believe it's been 25 years. We could only have dreamt of the continued love and loyalty you have consistently shown us around the world. We are so lucky to have all of you with us and we can't wait to celebrate together!"
Elsewhere, odds have been slashed from 5/1 to 3/1 for Ed Sheeran to appear on the Electric Picnic main stage, according to Ladbrokes.
The singer-songwriter is being eyed up for a spot on the main stage at Electric Picnic.
After declaring his love for Ireland and identifying as "culturally Irish", fans are clamouring to see the solo artist make his way to Stradbally.
Cal Gildart said: "Irish fans will be delighted to hear that Sheeran has now declared himself an honorary Irishman. The rumours are that we will be seeing him on the mainstage at the biggest festival in the Irish calendar."
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