Musicians tune inRTÉ Radio have launched a new scheme in association with RAAP (Recorded Actors Artists Performers) to offer aspiring musicians…Fri Jul 29 2011 - 01:00
Arthur is back - with a few friendsMUSIC NEWS: Arthur’s Day will return to Dublin, Cork, Belfast and Limerick for its third year on September 22nd.Fri Jul 22 2011 - 01:00
Rockeroke and pop céilí at FringeMUSIC NEWS: The programme for this year’s Absolut Dublin Fringe Festival (September 10th-25th) has been announced, and there…Fri Jul 22 2011 - 01:00
Wild Beasts anyone?MUSIC NEWS: As predicted, PJ Harvey and Adele made the shortlist for the Mercury Music Prize and are joint favourites to win…Fri Jul 22 2011 - 01:00
Underworld for PicnicMUSIC NEWS: The latest batch of acts to play Electric Picnic from September 2nd-4th has been revealed.Fri Jul 22 2011 - 01:00
EtcVillagers : Lisa O’Neill has been added to the Villagers bill for tomorrow’s gig in Marlay ParkFri Jul 22 2011 - 01:00
Live acts take to the 'burbsTonight sees the opening of a new venue that aims to lure music fans from Dublin city centre with its Irish-oriented gig policy…Fri Jul 15 2011 - 01:00
Battle rages on for new bandsBattle of the Bands competitions have been around since the dawn of rock, but it’s not many that market themselves as a “live…Fri Jul 15 2011 - 01:00
Hilltown experimentFans of contemporary and experimental music and art can get their fix at this weekend’s Hilltown New Music Festival.Fri Jul 15 2011 - 01:00
The Reich stuffA festival honouring acclaimed composer Steve Reich will take place in Cork this month.Fri Jul 08 2011 - 01:00
EtcClawback: U2’s management plans to sell off three of the infamous claw structures used on their 360 Tour when it ends in Canada…Fri Jul 08 2011 - 01:00
Wanted: best new Irish bandsThe annual IMRO Showcase Tour, which celebrates its 20th anniversary in September, is inviting acts interested in participating…Fri Jul 08 2011 - 01:00
Metallers get readyDublin-based metallers have a live venue to frequent from tonight onwardsFri Jul 08 2011 - 01:00
Class acts for Mayo hamletThe picturesque hamlet of Bofeenaun, Co Mayo may not be synonymous with world-class classical music, but for one weekend every…Fri Jul 08 2011 - 01:00
EtcSwanning around: Swan Lane, a new purpose-built music venue in Navan, opens tomorrow night with a free gig featuring Odd Socks…Fri Jul 01 2011 - 01:00
Eminem faces DownEminem’s forthcoming Irish date at Tennent’s Live in Bangor, Co Down has run into trouble after a resident made a complaint to…Fri Jul 01 2011 - 01:00
Reclaiming the soul of Temple BarTemple Bar is not just for tourists and hen parties – that’s the message that the Made in Temple Bar festival aims to emphasise…Fri Jul 01 2011 - 01:00
Nighthawks on the radioThey’ve hosted gigs in the Guinness Storehouse, the Cobalt Café and at the Flat Lake Festival.Fri Jul 01 2011 - 01:00
Penguins pick up a legal problemDublin band Electric Penguins have been granted a temporary High Court injunction against a former member.Fri Jul 01 2011 - 01:00
Losers land UK record dealMUSIC NEWS : Following Cashier No 9’s record deal with Bella Union, Dublin band We Are Losers are the latest Irish act to sign…Fri Jun 24 2011 - 01:00
Take your tabletMUSIC NEWS : The Carphone Warehouse have launched a marketing campaign to entice people to make sounds on tablet devices.Fri Jun 24 2011 - 01:00
All-ages gig got FlawsMUSIC NEWS : The Flaws will headline a new youth music festival in Balbriggan this Monday.Fri Jun 24 2011 - 01:00
10 is the magic number in DublinMUSIC NEWS : A brand new arts festival that incorporates music, theatre and comedy will launch next month – 10 Days in Dublin…Fri Jun 24 2011 - 01:00
EtcUn-Laoised: The Rapture, James Blake, Warpaint, James Vincent McMorrow, Gemma Hayes, Clap Your Hands Say Yeah and The Unthanks…Fri Jun 24 2011 - 01:00
Never short of a BobSeveral Irish bands will be living their dream this weekend when they share a bill with Bob Dylan at the London Feis.Fri Jun 17 2011 - 01:00
ETCMoat music : Additions to the Castlepalooza line-up include Mercury Rev and Doves (DJ sets), We Cut Corners, Krystal Klear and…Fri Jun 17 2011 - 01:00
Róisín has her cake and eats itGalway’s most famous music venue the Róisín Dubh celebrates its seventh birthday tomorrow with a free gigFri Jun 17 2011 - 01:00
Now enrolling for the Class of 2011The ninth Hard Working Class Heroes festival launched last night with a gig featuring Belfast five-piece Morning Claws at Dublin…Fri Jun 17 2011 - 01:00
Jack and Julie presentMUSIC NEWS: Irish musicians Jack L and Julie Feeney are currently collaborating – but not in a songwriting sense.Fri Jun 10 2011 - 01:00
Radiators dig deep for new albumMUSIC NEWS: Irish punk stalwarts The Radiators from Space are the latest band to sign up to FundItFri Jun 10 2011 - 01:00
Charitable tunes for Trócaire gigMUSIC NEWS: It’s not too often you hear of a charity making donations to their supporters, but that’s exactly what Trócaire …Fri Jun 10 2011 - 01:00
Gigs to get hearts racingMUSIC NEWS: The full line-up for Bulmers Live at Leopardstown has been finalised.Fri Jun 10 2011 - 01:00
EtcDee-light: Damon Albarn will appear as himself in the debut run of his new opera Doctor Dee in Manchester next monthFri Jun 10 2011 - 01:00
