The xx for two Dublin dates

London dream-pop group The xx announce their return to Ireland this December, when they’ll play two nights only at The Olympia Theatre.

The Hot Press Newsdesk, 18 Oct 2012

After their impressive Electric Picnic performance this year, the enigmatic trio play their first Dublin shows since December 2009, hot on the heels of the release of their stunning new number 1 album Coexist. Catch them at The Olympia Theatre, December 7th and 8th.

Tickets go on sale this Monday October 22, priced €29.50 - €37.50

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