Reared in Georgia and now settled in North Carolina, Jake Xerxes Fussell has established himself as a devoted listener and contemplative interpreter of a vast array of so-called folk songs, lovingly sourced from a personal store of favorites. He has released five studio albums to-date, beginning with his self-titled debut...
Hailing from Wexford, Rachel Grace is fast emerging as one of Ireland’s most compelling new voices in contemporary pop and soul. Blending heartfelt songwriting with rich, expressive vocals, she has built a reputation for crafting songs that are both emotionally resonant and instantly memorable. Drawing influence from modern pop and...
For his debut release on CastOver Records, Irish indie-pop artist Ciaran Quigley delivers a warm, emotionally open track that balances melodic lift with heartfelt reflection. Driven by powerful vocals and a confident sense of musical momentum, the song blends indie and pop influences into an intimate sound with relatable storytelling. Produced by...
North East indie riser Heidi Curtis announces her debut headline tour, taking place this autumn, and including her biggest shows to date at the likes of The Lexington, London and The Grove, Newcastle. Fresh from supporting the likes of Florence + The Machine, Holly Humberstone, Lewis Capaldi, Self Esteem, Mumford...
Lewis is an independent solo artist from Dublin, Ireland He has been releasing music since 2024 when his covers of classic Irish songs started to get lots of attention online but he is also working on more of his own original music after releasing the Christmas single "The 2 Chimneys" followed...
At the height of a meteoric rise, Canary Islands–born artist Valeria Castro returns to Dublin following a sold-out debut. After performing to 9,000 fans in Madrid, 2026 marks her full breakthrough, with an international tour spanning major arenas and festivals across Europe and seven cities in Latin America.
Conor Kiernan is an Irish singer songwriter from Meath whose energetic folk sound draws influence from artists such as Mumford & Sons, James Bay and Sam Fender. After leaving a career in teaching, Conor pursued music full time and now performs as keyboard player with Kingfishr while continuing to build...
From Donegal to the main stages of American Irish Festivals, The Byrne Brothers are taking Trad and Folk Irish music to a whole new level. This multi-award-winning, internet famous family band blends world-class traditional musicianship with a modern, high-octane edge. Think driving rhythms, EDM-inspired bass drops, and champion Irish dance—all...
Kris Drever is among Scotland’s most acclaimed and distinctive contemporary musicians, celebrated for his warm voice, virtuosically expressive guitar playing and imaginative and evocative songwriting. Raised in the Orkney Islands, Drever has carved out a unique place at the intersection of traditional folk and modern acoustic music, as a solo...
The Fynches are an Irish folk-rock band that evoke the golden age of hard-hitting melodicism. Fronted by brothers Ferdia & Oisín Walsh-Peelo, they balance early-70s swagger with an elevated folk sensibility, showcasing a love for rich vocal harmonies and musing lyricism. They released their debut self-titled album ‘The Fynches’ on...
Left of the Dial is proud to presents Mark Olson (ex Jayhawks) at Whelan’s Upstairs on October 26th. Tickets on sale now from Whelanslive.com
Today, Asher White, the 25-year-old NYC-by-way-of-Rhode Island polymath behind some of the most inventive, singular music in recent years, announces her first ever run of UK/EU tour dates for Autumn 2026. Running through October and November 2026, the shows take White across the UK and Ireland, including a stop at Pitchfork...