Thousands of music fans prepare for Derry's Big Weekend

Thousands of music fans are preparing for Radio 1's Big Weekend which kicks off in Londonderry.

Calvin Harris is the first headliner for the three-day event in Derry's Ebrington Square.

Artists including Alt-J, Wretch 32, Jake Bugg and Paramore have spoken to Newsbeat about what they're expecting this weekend.

There's more information on BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend Derry-Londonderry website.

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