The Beatyard have just released their stage times along with maps and travel information, which can all be found here! The bands involved are an unusual mix of different genres, but with […]
The Beatyard – Stage Times – 2015
Opera in the Open 2015 Season Announced
The Opera in the Open season has just been announced, with the first event this Thursday (July 30th) in Merrion Square before finding its regular home at the Civic Offices, Wood Quay […]
The Nina In Me – Karen Underwood – NCH
The Nina In Me – Karen Underwood – NCH – 25-07-15 – Review Karen Underwood returned to the National Concert Hall on Saturday night (after her performance in January of this year) […]
Colaris – Nexus – Album Review
Colaris – Nexus – Album Review by Killian Laher Colaris are a German, heavyweight instrumental band who have released one previous album and a number of EPs. Their new album Nexus opens […]
New Music – Kurt Vile – Pretty Pimpin’
Kurt Vile has just released the first single ‘Pretty Pimpin’ off his upcoming album ‘b’lieve i’m goin down…’. The album will be out on September 25th on Matador Records. As you’d expect […]
Saint Etienne – 8-09-15 – NCH
If you were not wearing short pants in the early 90s, you were probably dancing to this! Saint Etienne are re-visiting one of the classic albums of the 90s on the 8th […]
Metropolis Festival Details Announced – 7/8 November 2015
Details of the new festival to hit Dublin next November, Metropolis have just been announced, and it’s looking like pretty tasty. There’s a definite dance flavour to things, and the main acts […]
Patty Griffin – Whelans – September 8th
Patty Griffin is a Queen of Americana and returns to these shores for a night in Whelans on September 8th. Sadly it is the same night as Giant Sand were due to […]
New Music – Mark Lanegan & Beth Orton – Your Kisses Burn
Mark Lanegan Shares ‘Your Kisses Burn’ duet with Beth Orton Heavenly Recordings continues to mark it’s 25th anniversary with a meeting of the past and the present. Mark Lanegan, who has been […]
New Music – Monotony – Back to the Castle
Feeling sleepy? Need something to wake you up? How about the latest from Monotony ‘Back to the Castle’ which comes from their six song self titled EP. See what you think below. […]
Art of the Song: Carole King’s Tapestry – NCH – Review
Art of the Song: Carole King’s Tapestry – Date 17-07-2015 20:00 – Main Auditorium Initially I thought Carole King was a surprising choice as the second in the ‘Art of Song’ series […]
New Music – Sweet Baboo – Got To Hang On To You
If it wasn’t lashing rain today, this would be perfect for the summer vibe! Some sweet sounds from North Wales in the form of Sweet Baboo. See what you think below. His […]
Longitude 2015 Festival – Stage Times & Map
Whether you are just ultra prepared and plotting for Friday or lost somewhere inside the festival and looking for your friends, here is a map of the the various stages and tents! […]
Art of the Song: Carole King’s Tapestry -17-07-2015 – NCH
This is a second Art of Song by the National Concert Hall after last year featuring David Bowie (video below). This time out they’ve moved to Carole King and her album Tapestry. […]
Modest Mouse – Helix – Gig Review
Modest Mouse – The Helix – 11-07-15 And so the adventure begins, a trip to a venue rarely used for rock concerts in Dublin. The Helix is regularly used for theatre and […]
Once Interview – Tom Parsons – Guy
Interview with Tom Parsons who plays “Guy” in “Once” – Interview by Frank L. Previews of Once have already started with the official opening night next Tuesday, July 14th. We had the […]
Andrew Skeet – Finding Time – Album Review
Andrew Skeet – Finding Time – Album Review – Released July 10th Although the name may be new to most people, you may have heard music he has worked on before. Andrew […]
B. Dolan – Workman’s Club – 29-09-15
Anyone that made it to B. Dolan in the Workman’s Club late last year will know how important this news it! B Dolan commands a crowd like few others, and the chance […]
Once Interview – Megan Riordan – Girl
Once Interview – Megan Riordan – Girl – Interview by Frank L. Previews of Once have already started with the official opening night next Tuesday, July 14th. We had the chance to […]
Tradition Now Festival – NCH, Dublin
The National Concert Hall have just announced a short festival that aims to pay tribute to Pete Seeger, called Tradition Now! This series of concerts will feature a lot of our favourites, […]
Palfest Ireland – July 7th – 11th – Timetable
Palfest Ireland is a festival of Irish artists who are acting to raise awareness to the continuing plight of the people of Palestine. It will take the form of a series of […]
Ezra Furman – Perpetual Motion People – Album Review
Ezra Furman – Perpetual Motion People – Album Review Ezra Furman may be a new name to some. The 28 year old from Chicago already has an impressive array of albums under […]
Things To Do In Dublin (6-07-15 – 12-07-15)
New at the theatre this week is A Month in the Country at the Gate and Risk Everything at the New Theatre. Some good sounds this week, with Modest Mouse is in […]
Collapse. Rebuild – Fail Again, Fail Better – Album Review
Collapse. Rebuild – Fail Again, Fail Better – Review by Killian Laher Italian post-rockers Collapse.Rebuild have just released their rather short (5 tracks) debut album, complete with Beckett referencing title. It’s clear […]
AC/DC – Aviva Stadium – Gig Review
AC/DC – The Aviva Stadium, Dublin. July 1st 2015 – Review by Fran Winston Any band that can survive over 40 years in the music business and sell over 200 million records […]
Blank Realm – Workman’s Club – 27-09-15.
A band with a massive reputation for their live shows are visiting one of the better venues in Dublin this September. Blank Realms will play the Workman’s Club on Sept 27th and […]
Fiesta Mexicana – NCH – 04-06-15
There is a celebration of all things Mexican this Saturday in the National Concert Hall, Dublin, with the visit of the Folkloric Ballet of the University of Guadalajara. It is a night […]
Things To Do In Dublin (29-06-15 – 5-07-15)
This is the week Summer finally arrives with the weather men/ women telling us to wear short shorts! We trust in them completely. If you want to get to see theatre and […]
Proms on the Pier – August 29-30 – Dun Laoighaire Harbour
Proms on the Pier – Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th August. Dun Laoighre Harbour, Dun Laoighaire, Co. Dublin. – Preview by Frances Winston Dun Laoighaire Pier has always been a popular attraction […]
No More Workhorse 