{"id":6945,"date":"2016-02-27T12:25:16","date_gmt":"2016-02-27T17:25:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/?p=6945"},"modified":"2018-06-04T19:48:09","modified_gmt":"2018-06-04T23:48:09","slug":"rave-of-thrones-comes-to-playa-del-carmen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.playadelcarmen.com\/blog\/rave-of-thrones-comes-to-playa-del-carmen\/","title":{"rendered":"Rave of Thrones Comes to Playa del Carmen"},"content":{"rendered":"

Better known to the hordes of Game of Thrones<\/strong><\/a> fans as the beloved Hodor, actor Kristian Nairn<\/strong><\/a> is actually an accomplished DJ. On March 5th he’s bringing his world tour “Rave of Thrones<\/strong><\/a>” to Playa del Carmen<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

With more than 20 years experience working as a DJ and many a years as resident DJ of Belfast’s iconic Kremlin nightclub<\/strong><\/a>, Kristian is a multi-talented wonder. He describes his music as moody and chunky, with heavy rhythms and bass.<\/p>\n

We interviewed the DJ\/actor\/musician about his upcoming gig in Playa del Carmen.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \"Rave<\/a><\/p>\n

On March 5th you\u2019ll be playing a Rave of Thrones at a famous beach venue in Playa del Carmen called Blue Parrot. Is this your first time in Mexico?<\/strong><\/p>\n

It’s my second time in Mexico, so like last time I expect great food, friendly welcoming people and an enthusiastic crowd. I loved my first time, so it’s an honor to be coming back so soon!<\/p>\n

You grew up in Northern Ireland and experienced a turbulent period of Irish history. How did that prepare you for Game of Thrones?<\/strong><\/p>\n

I mean, like many people in Northern Ireland, although it was a big part of my growing up, most of us try to put it all behind us, and get on with life. Things are very different there now and I’m immensely proud of the people and how far they have come.<\/p>\n

\"DJ<\/p>\n

You\u2019ve actively campaigned for marriage equality in Northern Ireland, comparing local politicians who oppose gay marriage to the Muppets. Why insult the Muppets?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Haha. Yeah, we definitely have an interesting selection of politicians and lawmakers there. But then again… doesn’t everywhere right now? Watching politics the world over feels like watching some surreal TV soap opera unfold in front of our very eyes. However, in hindsight , the comparison was harsh, and I apologize to Miss Piggy and company for any offense caused.<\/p>\n

What did you want to be when you were growing up?<\/strong><\/p>\n

I actually wanted to be a lorry\/truck driver! I was always obsessed with driving and vehicles, so as yet, that’s an unrealized dream. I have a hard enough job getting my car parallel parked though, so it’s probably not a great idea.<\/p>\n