Rupert will be joining keynote speaker Alan McGee, with Q&A by Neil McCormick, Nigel Grainge, Alex Von Soos and other leading speakers at Youbloom, "the global music village", making a return to Dublin for three days from 13th-15th June 2014. Youbloom@Dublin incorporates both a music conference offering a chance to learn from and network with industry professionals and live gigs to showcase emerging talent. The event’s ambassadors include Bob Geldof, Eleanor McEvoy and Colm O’Snodaigh (KILA), who join an international collective of musicians, fans and industry professionals whose mission is to ensure every aspiring artist has the skills needed to make it in the music industry. Youbloom@Dublin will be hosting the music conference on Saturday and Sunday, June 14/15 in the Royal College of Surgeons in the heart of Dublin city centre. The aim is to educate up and coming artists, giving them the vital information and tips required to succeed in the music business learning from industry professionals hoping to impart their knowledge. Youbloom@Dublin live shows will be occupying the vibrant Dame District for three nights with up to 100 bands from around the world set to perform.