Luka Bloom: ‘I’ve made a career banging a good sound out of a cheap guitar’
The musician’s new instrumental album, Out of the Blue, may be his most articulate yet
Luka Bloom: Bittersweet Crimson review – Plaintive pleasures
The sings on Luka Bloom’s 22nd album linger long after their final notes.
The concerts and events still taking place across Ireland this summer
Government restrictions have limited capacity but some festivals are still on
A midsummer like no other, with a nod to St John and flash of Star Trek
An Irishman’s Diary with the theme of a classic Irish ballad for this time of year
Julia Jacklin - an extraordinary new voice of young folk
The classically trained Australian singer-songwriter only picked up a guitar and the songwriting buzz a few years ago
Liam Toland: Camaraderie at its finest as we get on our bikes for cancer
Paul Wallace’s 2016 Cross Atlantic Way left us all tired and emotional
From Ed Sheeran to Eric Clapton: The Irish guitarmakers behind the stars
Irish luthiers have gained a worldwide reputation for the quality of their work and their instruments are played by some of the world’s most famous musicians
Shopping Spraoi: Newbridge
Old-school charm and modern design await you in Newbridge, writes Alanna Gallagher
Liam Toland: Legends take to the road for World Cup warm-up
The Cross Atlantic 1000 charity event is a timely reminder of just how lucky we are
Rain in Slane? Festival-goers warned to bring rain gear
Heavy rain forecast on Saturday night around time when Foo Fighters due to play
Community garden surfing on a wave of enthusiasm in Lahinch
The volunteer group grows fruit and vegetable and holds regular workshops
Crosswords & Puzzles
Crosswords & puzzles to keep you challenged and entertained
Common Ground
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
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