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Celtic punk rockers The Rumjacks return to The Grand Social on March 31st, 2026.
€27.50
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Acclaimed songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist Dani Larkin has announced her highly anticipated new album Next Of Kin, set for release in January 2026. The first single, 'End Of It All', offers a first glimpse at the stunning progression of her sound, fusing her signature storytelling with bold new sonic textures...
€22.50
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Bog Bodies are not just a band; they are a musical journey through time, seamlessly weaving the ancient echoes of Ireland’s megalithic past into the vibrant tapestry of contemporary Trad. Hailing from Tipperary, Ireland, Bog Bodies’ meteoric rise in the Irish music scene is marked by an International Songwriting Competition...
€20.50
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Pull on your best pair of boots and get your eggheads down to the Easter Uprising Festival! Presented by Lost Sunday Events, Easter Uprising is an all-day music event that showcases some of the best ska, rocksteady, reggae and punk acts from all across the island of Ireland. Sean Roots...
€20 – €30
After over 2 months of an outstanding pilot season, we close our doors till May with a local lineup featuring some of Dublins best talent on offer. Thank you for your continued support throughout this period of building a true home for dance music in Dublin. We’ll be back sooner...
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Hailed by Hot Press magazine as “an inventive guitarist and lyricist everywhere from the US and Brazil to Italy and India”, Ronan Furlong makes a welcome debut in Whelan’s on 8 April. As one of Ireland’s most interesting contemporary guitarists and singer-songwriters, Ronan brings a baroque, folk vibe to an...
€21.50
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One of the most compelling new voices in contemporary folk, Michael Mcgovern, brings his poetic lyrics and fingerpicked nylon-string guitar sounds to The Grand Social on April 9th.
€25.90
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In this new occasional series, leading Irish artists perform their landmark album and music from their career. Extra date added due to demand To celebrate the 25th anniversary of his seminal album 'The Big Romance'; David Kitt will be performing the album in full with a band of friends and...
€28
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Molly Donnery is a renowned Irish singer and harpist from county Laois. Coming from a background in traditional Irish music, she has experimented with different genres and narrative styles, ultimately finding her place with contemporary folk. Her current music is a testament to her deep appreciation of Irish music and...
€17.07
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The wonderful Rianne Downey releases her eagerly anticipated debut album The Consequence of Love which comes out October 17th on Run On. The lovely, heartfelt title track is released today. Listen HERE & Watch the video HERE. Rianne Downey spent much of last year touring with Paul Heaton while also...
€23.90
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Marlon Williams will bring his band The Yarra Benders to UK and Europe for the first time since 2022, performing his latest record Te Whare Tīwekweka and songs from his beloved catalogue. Te Whare Tīwekaweka debuted at number 1 in Marlon's home of Aotearoa/New Zealand, the first original Māori language...
€28.70
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Hayes Carll isn’t preaching or teaching. He’s not interested in telling the rest of us what to do or think. But he is charting out a personal guide for his life, quieting the noise, and sitting with his real voice - the one that’s candid, consistent, and often inconvenient. Carll is more...
€28.15
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Two of North America’s most distinctive voices in contemporary Americana and outlaw country: Corb Lund and Hayes Carll bring their celebrated songwriting and storytelling to Workman’s Club, Dublin on Friday 11 April, as part of their upcoming tour.
€28.15
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Foggy Notions are proud to present Martin & Eliza Carthy live at Whelan’s on Sunday 12th April. Martin Carthy is a legendary ballad singer and guitarist who has influenced generations of artists, including Bob Dylan and Paul Simon, while Eliza has been twice-nominated for the Mercury Music Prize and a...
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Four of Dublin's most exciting rising young bands hit The Grand Social on Monday, April 13th. Strictly 18s+
€11.70
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Australian singer-songwriter Pete McCredie brings his heartfelt storytelling and soaring melodies to the UK & Europe for the very first time with his debut headline tour, 'Lovers On The Road'. Named after his upcoming EP, the tour captures Pete’s passion for writing songs that celebrate love, resilience, and the beauty of everyday moments....
€25.90
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After just releasing his new album ‘Modern Mythologies’, David Keenan is performing two headline shows in Dublin on 14 & 15 April 2026!
€31.50
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Niamh McCrystal is a singer-songwriter from Northern Ireland, known for her soulful vocals and storytelling. Drawing inspiration from folk, indie, and contemporary influences, her music blends raw emotion with rich pop melodies, creating an intimate connection with listeners. With a voice and tone that carries both warmth and fullness, Niamh’s...
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Marcus Magee & The Hollaw are a powerful Irish seven-piece blending rock, blues, folk and Irish traditional influences into a dynamic and emotionally charged live show. Formed in 2022, the band quickly built a devoted following through sold-out performances and the release of their acclaimed debut album Rising from the Hollaw. Their...
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“It’s like the guitar has been given free rein to play itself!” Pierre Bensusan is a French acoustic guitar virtuoso, vocalist, and composer whose distinctive voice has made him a defining figure in contemporary world music. Known internationally as “Mr DADGAD”, Bensusan has spent five decades bringing his singular sound...
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Legendary Czech singer-songwriter Jaromír Nohavica is coming to Dublin for a special concert on April 21, 2026, at the iconic Button Factory. Join fellow fans for an unforgettable evening full of heartfelt lyrics, humor, and timeless melodies. This is a rare opportunity for the Czech and Slovak community in Ireland...
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Vincent Lima crafts songs at the intersection of universal human stories and the vulnerable corners of his own experience. Born in Chicago and raised in New Jersey, Lima began writing original music around age five, continuing into high school, where he fell in love with folk and taught himself piano....
€25
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Join Eoghan Ó Ceannabháin and People Before Profit for a fundraiser gig for the upcoming Dublin Central by-election. We have a major opportunity to get rid of Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil in Dublin Central and win a seat for the radical left. A win for Eoghan doesn’t just mean...
€17.07
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American songwriter and activist Carsie Blanton has announced a return to Ireland in spring 2026, following the release of her powerful new single ‘Little Flame’, out Friday, 5 December. The tour arrives off the back of ‘Little Flame’, a moving song of hope and courage written during Blanton’s time aboard...
€28
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Bilingual high octane sextet from the North West of Ireland described as having “the precision of Vulfpeck, the coolness of Parliament and the energy of James Brown" - HotPress Magazine. GrooveLine are one of Ireland’s most dynamic and exciting upcoming bands. The 6 piece style bending band rooted in funk blend...
€22.50
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Christy Moore is set to return to the National Concert Hall for four highly anticipated performances. Fans can also look forward to an Expanded Edition of his Number 1 album A Terrible Beauty, which will be released later this year on Claddagh Records. The new edition will include five brand-new tracks,...
€40
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'Standback' pay homage to the great Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac with their amazing live show! Standback are Europe's definitive tribute to Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac with their fantastic live show delivering over 2 hours of classic hits, rare gems and beyond... The most authentic-sounding Stevie Nicks tribute featuring...
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Oscar Blue is a singer-songwriter from County Clare, Ireland, whose music blends folk storytelling with the emotional pull of modern indie rock and pop. Rooted in honesty and empathy, his songs explore the quiet corners of the human condition – finding meaning in the mundane. 2025 saw Oscar complete a...
€23.05
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Donegal singer/songwriter Rory Gallagher has used the project name “Rory & the island” since 2010. Rory and The Island has had 10 top 40 songs in the Irish iTunes charts, with “Jimmy’s Winning Matches” breaking through to the actual overall Irish top 10 in Oct 2012. Rory was the bass...
€13.50
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Cam Cole is probably the heaviest one-man band in the world, fusing blues, folk, grunge, stoner rock and metal into an unforgettable live experience. His story so far is that of an incredible journey from the streets of London to stages all around the world. Starting out as a busker...
€25
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BBC Radio 2 Folk Award Winners, Glasgow-based five-piece Ímar stand out from the crowd – by taking things back to basics. With a line-up featuring members of Mànran, Mec Lir, RURA, and Talisk and a heavyweight collective haul of top prizes – including a the 2018 BBC Radio 2 Musician...
€21.50
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Contemporary Music Performance have a end of year gig at the Workman’s Club 29th and 30th April 2026 A change is in the air. The End of the Beginning is upon us, and we want you to be a part of it. City of Dublin FET College Ballyfermot are hosting the annual...
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Putting in the hours – that’s how the greats crack the code. It’s a tried-and-true path, but one that demands total dedication and serious talent. Dom Glynn has both in spades. In his early twenties, this singing, guitar-slinging Brit was already living for and off music, playing endless sets of...
€11
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Nathan Carter has announced he’ll bring his unique blend of country, pop and folk music to 3Olympia Theatre, Dublin on Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd May 2026. Nathan Carter is a talented singer hailing from Liverpool, currently residing in Ireland. With his soulful voice and charismatic stage present, Nathan has...
€49.90
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Colin Graham is from the small village of Doagh, County Antrim. He has burst onto the UK music scene over the past 2 years. With 110,000 monthly Spotify listeners (and counting) Colin has grown his fan base drastically since he started writing music with releases such as “The Farmer” and...
€19.65
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Joshua Burnside is an experimental folk songwriter, singer and producer. He takes influence from alternative electronica trad, and Irish folk, chopping and blending them with a mixture of found sounds, world music and unorthodox production methods Joshua’s critically acclaimed “Teeth of Time” released earlier this year, was nominated for RTE...
€31.50
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Gabrielle Aplin celebrates 15 years of her Gold-certified #2 debut album English Rain with a special anniversary tour, coming to Whelan’s, Dublin on 2 May 2026 – joined by special guests Lewis Watson and Alfie Hudson Taylor.
€28
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“If Americana could be made Irish, Quigley has cracked the code,” – Hot Press. Kevin Quigley & The Great Ideas deliver a captivating fusion of Irish folk sensibilities and modern rock. Their music balances the poetic soul of Bob Dylan and John Prine with the grit of Wilco and The...
€14
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