Live At The Marquee is back in 2013 and, as ever, the line-up is looking decidedly illustrious. Today brings the first batch of top-notch names, with Cork clearly the place to be next summer.

First up is Elton John, bringing his full band and a greatest hits set to the Marquee on June 23.

June 26 see Elvis Costello And The Imposters make their first appearance at Live At The Marquee, whilst the following day, June 27, has ZZ Top's firs show on Irish shores since 1985.

Christy Moore will then have a record-breaking 9th appearance at the event on Saturday July 6.

Ticket go on sale Friday December 14 (Dec 17 for Elvis Costello) from [link]www.ticketmaster.ie[/link].