This weekend marks the third Music Show event at Dublin's RDS, a convention that incorporates live music, workshops and panels with a chance for bands and music fans alike to catch a glimpse of the inner workings of the Irish and international industries.
Last year's event was the biggest of its kind in Ireland, with 12,000 people passing through the doors of the venue over two days.
Running this Saturday and Sunday, the show is the creation of Hot Press magazine, who established it in 2008. This year's musical guests include Cathy Davey, Republic of Loose, Damien Dempsey, Fight Like Apes (above) and The Flaws. There will be panels on topics such as music journalism, the benefits of music colleges for musicians, and the art of production, with a number of high-profile guests contributing to each. Newton Faulkner will host a masterclass in guitar-playing, Mundy and Gemma Hayes will host a songwriting workshop, and one of the biggest draws of the weekend will be a public interview with Bob Geldof on Sunday. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster now.
