Beirut in the Hot Press Chatroom @ Electric Picnic

The Hot Press Chatroom was positively buzzing over Electric Picnic weekend, with dozens of acts making their voices heard. We spent time with Chuck D, Mogwai, Death In Vegas, OMD, The Rubberbandits, Gavin Friday and many, many more. The final special guest to sit down was Zach Condon, aka Beirut, who met his adoring fans and proceeded to charm everyone in the tent

Among the topics of discussion were his Irish roots, life as a married man (with a dog) and playing ping-pong with Arcade Fire. He also took the time to sign a ukelele for a besotted admirer. Check out the three-part interview below and keep your eyes glued to hotpress.com all week as we bring you more Chatroom action.