Following a successful run of gigs last year, The Stags Head: Raw gig series will return this weekend and run throughout February and March. Situated in the upstairs room of the well-known pub on Dame Court, the intimate Sunday night series will kick off with Kilkenny's Thomas Donoghue Band on February 3rd, followed by The Niall Toner Band on February 10th and The Chapters with special guests on February 24th. Throughout March, a host of bands from the Popical Island collective will play showcase gigs on March 3rd, 10th and 24th. Entry is €8 on the door. See tinyurl.com/stagsheadrawfor updates.