Xiu Xiu and co set to play DarklightThough Darklight festival is primarily film-based, music fans will also find hidden treasures when it takes place later this …Fri Oct 15 2010 - 01:00
Hacks work for nowtA free four-week music journalism course will run next monthFri Oct 15 2010 - 01:00
Set the dial for a big week of musicRTÉ Radio is planning a bumper week of musical treats. Big Music Week 2010 will kick off on Monday at 5Fri Oct 8 2010 - 01:00
RSAG to DJ and performA gig with a difference takes place at new music venue The Workman’s Club in Dublin tonight.Fri Oct 1 2010 - 01:00
Industry slant to HWCH festivalThere are just six days to go until Hard Working Class Heroes 2010, and although there’s no “Foreign Invasion” planned, there…Fri Oct 1 2010 - 01:00
In Dublin: Gruff RhysSuper Furry Animal frontman, Neon Neon member and all-round talented guy Gruff Rhys will be in Dublin on October 30th to attend…Fri Oct 1 2010 - 01:00
Musical show 'n' tell at RDSThis weekend marks the third Music Show event at Dublin's RDS, a convention that incorporates live music, workshops and panels…Fri Oct 1 2010 - 01:00
Civil libertineIT’S THE END of another long day, and Carl Barât is doing another – yes, another – interview from his London homeFri Oct 1 2010 - 01:00
Dawn and DonnachaRenowned soprano Dawn Upshaw has commissioned Donnacha Dennehy of Crash Ensemble to write a new WB Yeats-inspired piece, That…Fri Sep 24 2010 - 01:00
Gateway to GlendaloughCommentators and music fans alike have spoken recently of the traditional music festival model needing to change and progress…Fri Sep 24 2010 - 01:00
Cousins take to the stageHard Working Class Heroes will be a family affair for three of this year’s bandsFri Sep 24 2010 - 01:00
EtcBublé boy: Michael Bublé will open the Aviva Stadium’s musical account when he plays there tonight and tomorrowFri Sep 24 2010 - 01:00
Surprises on tap for Culture NightCulture Night has rolled around again, giving folks in 22 cities and towns across Ireland the opportunity to get their synapses…Fri Sep 24 2010 - 01:00
Balfe unhappy about RTÉ partingAn Irish radio broadcasting legend will hang up his headphones at RTÉ tomorrow, although he’s not particularly happy about it…Fri Sep 17 2010 - 01:00
Birth of an agencyA new music agency has launched in Ireland, and has already signed a number of high-profile acts to its rosterFri Sep 17 2010 - 01:00
Romance is almost deadThis weekend marks the end for renowned alternative club night Ballroom of RomanceFri Sep 17 2010 - 01:00
A night for Derek NallyA tribute gig for Derek Nally, the respected promoter who passed away in July, is planned for Vicar Street on October 2ndFri Sep 17 2010 - 01:00
EtcThe Duff departed: Bassist Duff McKagan has left Jane’s Addiction after less than a year. Why? “Musical differences.”Fri Sep 10 2010 - 01:00
Nighthawks spread wings for charityAfter their successful curation of a stage at Flat Lake festival earlier this year, Dublin-based arts collective Nighthawks are…Fri Sep 10 2010 - 01:00
Death of ELO cellistA founding member of ELO was killed in a freak accident involving a hay bale in Devon last weekend.Fri Sep 10 2010 - 01:00
Coyle takes on ColeCheryl Cole better watch her back: her Girls Aloud bandmate Nadine Coyle has finally finished recording her debut album, which…Fri Sep 10 2010 - 01:00
Point your wellies towards SligoDo you have the post-Picnic blues? Reluctant to pack away your wellies and tent for another year? In that case, a trip to Sligo…Fri Sep 10 2010 - 01:00
Bands battle for ArthurAs Arthur’s Day nears, so does the final of the battle of the bands – dubbed Our Thursdays – which has been running nationwide…Fri Sep 3 2010 - 01:00
Rush to save Ringo's digsA campaign is under way to save Ringo Starr’s childhood home from being bulldozed.Fri Sep 3 2010 - 01:00
A wake for Road RecordsIt’s been just over a month since Road Records closed its doors for good, but one independent promoter is determined to send …Fri Sep 3 2010 - 01:00
Laois bands make it to the PicnicTwo musical acts will be making their respective Electric Picnic debuts next weekendFri Aug 27 2010 - 01:00
On their bikesA thousand intrepid souls will travel from Dublin to Electric Picnic by bicycle in aid of Temple Street Children’s Hospital on…Fri Aug 27 2010 - 01:00
Fringe benefitsNew Dublin venue The Grand Social (formerly Pravda) will officially launch on September 30th, but will host acts at the forthcoming…Fri Aug 27 2010 - 01:00
Go to Cork for folk's sakeMore news this week of specialist festivals in the offing for autumn, with the Beamish Folk Festival the most recently announced…Fri Aug 27 2010 - 01:00
Musical old town, musical old townThe first Music in the Historic Quarter festival begins in Dublin tomorrow, featuring a host of indoor and outdoor events around…Fri Aug 20 2010 - 01:00