Highlights of Kneecap’s landmark performance at Electric Picnic 2025 is now available to watch on TG4 Player to coincide with the release of the band’s new single Sayōnara.
The Belfast based group delivered a powerful, packed out set on the Main Stage one of the defining moments of this year’s festival attended by over 80,000 people in Stradbally, Co Laois.
Much attention focused on the Saturday performance by Kneecap. The Belfast rap trio, made up of Liam O hAnnaidh, Naoise O Caireallain, and JJ O Dochartaigh are known for their provocative lyrics and championing of the Irish language and a pro-Palestine stance.
Now, in a timely celebration of the band’s latest release “Sayōnara” the Irish language TV channel TG4 has announced the Highlights From Kneecap’s Electric Picnic performance, including their new single ‘Sayōnara’ as well as ‘H.O.O.D’ and ‘The Recap’ is now available on the TG4 Player.
The exclusive broadcast offers Kneecap fans a chance to relive the energy, passion, and cultural impact of a performance that marked a milestone for both Irish music and the Irish language.
Presented by Síomha Ní Ruairc and John Sharpson, the full programme ‘Beo ón Electric Picnic’ and the highlights version also features an exclusive backstage interview with Moglaí Bap and DJ Provaí, who reflect on the band’s remarkable journey from their early days playing the An Puball Gaeilge tent to commanding the biggest stage at Ireland’s premier music festival.
The broadcast was born out of a call for live music events that would resonate with TG4’s Under 35s audience. Executive Producers Cian Mac Cárthaigh and Carol Gunner (84-Ochtó4 Productions) pitched the idea of bringing Electric Picnic to TG4 viewers.
Festival Director Melvin Benn was hugely supportive of the Irish language and of showcasing the Hazelwood/An Chollchoill and An Puball Gaeilge stages, which give Irish-language performers a unique platform.When Anton Cullen, who runs the Hazelwood stage, heard about the project, he became instrumental in bringing it to life granting the crew access to the site and helping them establish a pop-up studio at Hazelwood, creating the striking aesthetic seen on screen.
Executive Producer Cian Mac Cárthaigh said: “Beo ón Electric Picnic was a very special programme to produce. None of this would be possible without the incredible support we got from Festival Director Melvin Benn and from Anton Cullen.
“The Hazelwood was the perfect setting to base the show from — it’s a special place with a wonderful energy. I’d like to thank the whole team who worked around the clock to make sure this show was made to the highest quality. It was a pleasure to be there with them.”
While Kneecap’s performance was the highlight, the programme also showcased an incredible line-up from the Collchoill (Hazelwood) and Puball Gaeilge stages, with standout performances from Amble, IMLÉ, Eve Belle, John Spillane, The Fógues, Byro, David Geraghty (BellX1), The Donnys, Dysania, Caolan Ryan, Lisa Murray, Lost West (performing a special rendition of Dreams by The Cranberries), and many more.
The production was further elevated thanks to outstanding technical, sound and facilities support from THE COOP, John Vickers from SOUND DESIGN, and Niall Varley of Reverist, who pulled together a show of exceptional quality in a remarkably short space of time.
The broadcast also included contributions from Melvin Benn, acoustic sessions, interviews, and conversations with organisers, artists, and festival goers. This 90-minute special was a true celebration of Electric Picnic 2025 blending live music, culture, and language into one unforgettable broadcast.
Highlights from Kneecap at EP as well as ‘Beo ón Electric Picnic’ are now available worldwide on TG4 Player.
