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SUMMARY:Vibez Emotion & Pyg present Meca & BRISOTTI
DESCRIPTION:For the first time\, Vibez Emotion and Pygmalion come together. Pygmalion has long been part of Dublin’s nightlife as one of its most iconic venues. Vibez has been building its own crowd in the city\, and this feels like the right moment to bring both together. For the lineup\, we chose two artists that fit the room perfectly. MECA returns to Dublin after a few years. His sets move through house\, indie dance and deeper sounds\, always focused on flow and music selection. BRISOTTI makes his Dublin debut. Part of a new wave coming out of Brazil\, bringing a groove-driven house sound that’s been gaining serious momentum. This felt like the right setting to introduce him to the city. Every road leads to Pygmalion on May 2nd. Doors at 10PM. Limited capacity. Never Stop The Vibez.
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/vibez-emotion-pyg-present-meca-brisotti/
LOCATION:Pygmalion
CATEGORIES:Electronic & Dance,House,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260502T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260502T230000
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SUMMARY:GABRIELLE APLIN
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/gabrielle-aplin/
LOCATION:Whelan’s
CATEGORIES:Music,Rock & Indie,Trad & Folk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260502T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260502T230000
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SUMMARY:Joshua Burnside
DESCRIPTION: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 1 Folk Awards\, and received glowing support from the likes of MOJO\, Uncut\, Songlines\, Irish Times\, KLOF Mag and\, The Thin Air\, Nialler 9\, Hot Press and BBC Alba and solid BBC Radio 2 & BBC Radio 6 support. \n\nHis new album\, It’s Not Going to be Okay\, is released in March 2026 via Nettwerk. \nThere’s an immediate devastating beauty to It’s Not Going to Be Okay\, the new album from Belfast-based experimental folk artist Joshua Burnside. It’s a record born out of loss and the fragile act of continuing. Written and recorded in the wake of the death of his closest friend\, musician Dean Jendoubi\, the album is Burnside’s most stripped-back and unguarded work to date. \nWhere previous Burnside albums explored folklore\, politics\, and myth through surreal\, tense textures and offbeat folk supplemented by electronica\, It’s Not Going to Be Okay distils his brilliance down with immaculate precision where each track serves like an entry into a grief journal. \nHaving worked his way up from The Workman’s Club to Whelan’s to now The Button Factory\, Burnside has steady momentum on the live circuit and now marks a new era\, preparing for both his East-Coast US Tour and performance at Dingle’s Other Voices later this year.
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/joshua-burnside/
LOCATION:The Button Factory\, Curved St\, Temple Bar\, Dublin 2
CATEGORIES:Alternative,Music,Trad & Folk
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260502T230000
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SUMMARY:Colin Graham
DESCRIPTION: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 “Nashvilles On My Mind” as well as a cover of Horse Outside by The RubberBandits. His music has been listened to 10 million times on all platforms. Having sold out limelight 2 in December\, Colin has also played massive shows all over the UK including headlining SV Arena festival in Wales and playing at Boucher Road playing fields for the Farmers Bash as-well as so much more. It’s only getting started for him with so much more to come for the big lad from Doagh!
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/colin-graham/
LOCATION:Whelan’s
CATEGORIES:Country,Music,Trad & Folk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260502T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260503T030000
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SUMMARY:Endless – Christian Ab
DESCRIPTION:One of the most respected selectors to emerge from the UK underground now based in Berlin\, 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗕 𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 as we make our debut in The Racket Space for a 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗼𝗳𝗳 𝟴-𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗼 𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆. \nKnown for deep digging\, long-form journeys and uncompromising underground energy — Christian AB commands rooms like 𝗕𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻\, 𝗣𝗮𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗮 𝗕𝗮𝗿\, 𝗳𝗮𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗰 and festivals like 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝘄𝗮𝘃𝗲𝘀\, 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗼𝗻 and 𝗗𝗶𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 where the groove takes over and the crowd locks in.
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/endless-christian-ab/
LOCATION:The Racket Space\, Cross Guns Bridge\, Glasnevin\, Dublin 9\, Leinster\, D09 XW44\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Electronic & Dance,House,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260502T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260502T223000
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SUMMARY:The Royston Club
DESCRIPTION:Following the release of their second LP ‘Songs For The Spine’ last year\, Welsh Indie Rock group The Royston Club have now announced a headline Academy\, Dublin show for Saturday\, 2nd May 2026. \nThey say the bonds formed as teenagers are the strongest. In that case\, Wales’ main contenders The Royston Club are an unbreakable unit\, formed in Wrexham by schoolfriends Ben Matthias (Guitar)\, Tom Faithfull (lead vocals\, guitar) Dave Tute (Bass)\, later adding Sam Jones (drums). After the lineup was complete\, things moved fast: they hit the ground running\, performing a run of high-energy gigs in their hometown\, self-recording and releasing demos to an ever-expanding and devoted fanbase. \nIn 2021\, they signed to Run On Records (home of The Coral)\, quickly making their mark by releasing debut single Coasting\, which reached no.10 on the official vinyl charts. Their sound was established: anthemic indie hooks\, life-affirming melodies and ragged riffs – songs to soundtrack your life. Support slots soon came\, with the likes of Jamie Webster\, Blossoms and The Academic\, bookended by their own raucous headline tours. More studio time followed in Chapel Studios\, Lincoln; sessions which would eventually produce debut album Shaking Hips And Crashing Cars\, rocketing to number 16 on the official album charts\, selling out of all physical formats and subsequent special editions. \nIn the time after\, things snowballed. They sold out London’s Koko\, conquered Glastonbury three times\, headlined Focus Wales\, and picked up Hollywood actor and Wrexham FC owner Ryan Reynolds as a fan. Intermittent time on the road provided experience\, space in which to write. In early 2024\, they went to Kempston Street studio\, Liverpool\, with producer Richard Turvey (Blossoms\, The Coral) for a session that led to last month’s critically acclaimed comeback single The Patch Where Nothing Grows\, showing a new depth to both the band’s songwriting and performing\, paving the way for an album to be confirmed later in the year. \nIn the meantime\, the band’s rigorous work ethic continues; namely with slots at Portsmouth’s Victorious festival\, a couple of European dates\, headlining both This Feeling’s Bridlington By the Sea and Stockton’s Gathering Sounds festival\, Liam Gallagher’s Malta Weekender\, and two shows at Liverpool O2 Academy\, both of which have already sold out. If the Royston Club are about to go skyward\, then The Patch Where Nothing Grows is the perfect launchpad. \nConnect with The Royston Club
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/the-royston-club/
LOCATION:The Academy\, 57 Middle Abbey Street\, Dublin
CATEGORIES:Music,Punk,Rock & Indie
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260502T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260502T210000
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SUMMARY:Ashley Gavin
DESCRIPTION:Ashley Gavin is best known for her viral social media clips\, where her bold\, raw audience interactions\, authenticity\, and relentless energy set her apart. Her latest hour\, “Big Momma” focuses on her fertility journey and getting pregnant as a masculine lesbian.
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/ashley-gavin/
LOCATION:Ambassador Theatre
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Film & Theatre,Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260502T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260502T220000
DTSTAMP:20251013T101238Z
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SUMMARY:MET Opera: Eugene Onegin (Live)
DESCRIPTION:Director:Timur Zangiev \n  \n\nFollowing her acclaimed 2024 company debut in Puccini’s Madama Butterfly\, soprano Asmik Grigorian returns to the Met as Tatiana\, the lovestruck young heroine in this ardent operatic adaptation of Pushkin\, which will be transmitted live from the Metropolitan Opera stage to cinemas worldwide on May 2. Baritone Igor Golovatenko reprises his portrayal of the urbane Onegin\, who realizes his affection for her all too late. The Met’s evocative production\, directed by Tony Award–winner Deborah Warner\, “offers a beautifully detailed reading of … Tchaikovsky’s lyrical romance” (The Telegraph)
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/met-opera-eugene-onegin-live/
LOCATION:Light House Cinema\, Market Square\, Smithfield\, Dublin 7\, Leinster\, D07 R6YE\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Film & Theatre,Opera
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260502T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260502T220000
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SUMMARY:MAZE X: BANKER DAY PARTY
DESCRIPTION:Maze X – Banker day party This May Bank holiday\, we are set to bring our first proper day party to the intimate Wigwam terrace. All local lineup in the best terrace in the city. An 8 hour journey of genres under the sun – see you in the dance.
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/maze-x-banker-day-party/
LOCATION:Wigwam
CATEGORIES:Dance,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260502T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260502T140000
DTSTAMP:20260204T113314Z
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SUMMARY:High School Boozical Brunch - Hosted by Ariana Grindr
DESCRIPTION:Because Every Disney Ending Deserves a Happily Ever After with a side of Sharpay Energy \n\n\n\n\nHigh School Boozical – Disney Drag & Sing Along Boozy Brunch!🥂\nPlease note: this is an over 18s event. \nWe can’t promise that the iced tea will be imported from England\, or the lifeguards will be imported from Spain\, but we can promise you will have a Fabulous time at the High School Boozical brunch at NoLIta! \nTickets €33 and include: \n🎟️Entry to the Event \n🥡Delicious NoLIta Italian Brunch Main \n🍸Complimentary Absolut Cocktail \n🤷‍♀️ A star studded drag performance by Ariana Grindr \n🎤 00’s Disney Channel DJ \nGet ready to trade the East High stage for the brunch table\, because this is no ordinary Sunday\, it’s a Disney Dream Brunch. A jam packed afternoon of sing-alongs and sparkle\, all with a side of Wildcats-level energy. \nParty and brunch\, it truly is the best of both worlds🎤 \nGrab your girls\, bring your best jazz hands\, and get ready to brunch like never before. After all\, NoLIta is where happily ever after begins. \nTo celebrate the 20th anniversary of Hannah Montana\, our host Ariana Grindr will be dressed to the 9’s in Miley Cyrus fashion\, don’t be afraid to go all out with wigs and microphones! \n\n\n\nDress to impress in your best 2000s attire\, whether it’s channeling your inner pop star with glitter and neon or rocking those iconic fashion trends that defined the decade. \nGet ready to jam out to all your favourite anthems from the era as our DJ spins a mixtape of chart-topping hits from Disney classics\, boy bands\, girl groups\, and everything in between. From High School Musical to Lemonade Mouth\, from Camp Rock to The Cheetah Girls\, we’ve got all the tunes that will have you feeling like you’re back in your high school hallway\, swapping mix tapeswith your besties. \nWith delicious Italian brunch\, divine cocktails\, and a soundtrack filled with hits from Disney Channel originals\, this is one event you won’t want to miss. So gather your squad\, relive the magic of the 2000s\, and make memories that will last a lifetime at High School Boozical Brunch! \n\n\n\n\nNote: If you have separate tickets and would like to be seated in a group\, please e-mail bookings@nolita.ie to book your table. \nT&Cs: \nThe brunch sittings are from 12 pm to 2 pm or 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm. \n*Strictly over 18s event \n*R.O.A.R \n*Cannot swap sitting times once purchased \n*Tickets are non-refundable
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/high-school-boozical-brunch-hosted-by-ariana-grindr/
LOCATION:NoLita
CATEGORIES:Cinema,Food & Drink,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260502T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260502T160000
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SUMMARY:Lino Printing with Willow & Sword
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Lino Printing Workshop this Saturday the 2nd May\, from 11 AM to 4 PM! \nStep into the world of medieval printing with our Lino Printing Workshop\, guided by an expert in the field. This hands-on workshop will have you tracing precut lino designs\, making it easy for everyone to create stunning prints. \nLino printing is a modern adaptation of the medieval woodblock printing technique\, which revolutionised the way texts and images were reproduced. Our experts\, Willow and Sword\, will share insights into this historical craft\, connecting you with the rich traditions of the past while you create your own unique prints. \nPerfect for all ages and skill levels\, this workshop requires no prior experience. All materials will be provided\, and our expert will be there to guide you every step of the way. Whether you’re an experienced artist or a curious beginner\, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for this ancient art form and your own beautiful creations. \nNo booking required\, included in your general admission ticket.
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/lino-printing-with-willow-sword/
LOCATION:Dublinia\, St Michaels Hill Christ Church\, Merchants Quay\, Dublin 8
CATEGORIES:Art,Arts & Culture,Exhibition
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260505
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SUMMARY:James Joyce Centre Walking Tours
DESCRIPTION:Guides from the James Joyce Centre take you through Dublin\, exploring the history of the city and the various locations described by Ireland’s greatest writer\, James Joyce.\n\nThough Joyce lived most of his life outside of Ireland\, Dublin would provide the backdrop for virtually all of his work. On a stroll around the inner city\, our guide will explain the real-life inspiration behind some of Joyce’s most celebrated writing\, demonstrating just how central the streetscape of the ‘Hibernian metropolis’ was to the author’s life and art. The tour visits such stops as Belvedere College\, the Gresham Hotel\, the James Joyce Statue\, Davy Byrnes\, and the National Library.\n\nThis is an excellent and fun introduction to Joyce in a bustling part of the city.\n\nThe James Joyce Centre offers two tours: Introducing Joyce’s Dublin and Footsteps of Leopold Bloom.\n\nEvery Thursday\, Friday & Saturday at 11 am. Duration 2 hours.\n\nAdmission to the James Joyce Centre is included. \nThe James Joyce Centre is supported by the Department of Culture\, Communications and Sport.
URL:https://dublintown.wpenginepowered.com/event/james-joyce-centre-walking-tours/2026-05-02/
LOCATION:The James Joyce Centre
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Tours
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504
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SUMMARY:Nathan Carter
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\nNathan Carter is a talented singer hailing from Liverpool\, currently residing in Ireland. With his soulful voice and charismatic stage present\, Nathan has captured the hearts of music lovers across the UK and Ireland. Known for his No1 albums and chart-topping hits\, Nathan has established himself as a prominent figure in the music industry. \nHis passion for music started at a young age\, and he has honed his skills over the years through dedication and hard work. Nathan’s unique blend of country\, pop and folk music has earned him a loyal fan base and critical acclaim. \nIn addition to his successful music career\, Nathan is renowned for his electrifying live performances. He has embarked on numerous nationwide Irish and UK tours\, captivating audiences with his dynamic stage shows and infectious energy. His performances are a testament to his dedication to entertaining and connect with his fans.
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/nathan-carter/
LOCATION:3Olympia Theatre
CATEGORIES:Country,Music,Pop,Trad & Folk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260501T220000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260502T030000
DTSTAMP:20260409T082758Z
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SUMMARY:SIGNAL Vol.1
DESCRIPTION:SIGNAL VOL.1 – Launch Night A new chapter in Dublin’s electronic music scene. SIGNAL is a carefully curated experience built around sound\, atmosphere and connection. House • Afro House • Melodic House & Techno • Tech House • Indie Dance DJ Barberina & DJ Vlad.Key (UA) An international crowd. One dancefloor. Wigwam\, Dublin May 1\, Doors 22:00 SIGNAL the groove has arrived.
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/signal-vol-1/
LOCATION:Wigwam
CATEGORIES:Electronic & Dance,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260501T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260501T230000
DTSTAMP:20260409T102107Z
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SUMMARY:Bleech 9:3
DESCRIPTION:When Bleech 9:3 songwriters/guitarists Barry Quinlan and Sam Duffy first crossed paths in their early twenties\, it almost seemed inconceivable that they hadn’t met before. Throughout their tumultuous teenage years spent gigging in various projects around Dublin\, they’d lived near-parallel lives mired by the chaos-purgatory spiral of addiction; like two shadows cast by the same light but never touching. \nIn the throes of the early stages of recovery – when a better life still felt elusive and intangible\, something to be hoped for\, though not necessarily to be believed in – Barry and Sam were introduced to each other at a 12-step rehab programme. Barry soon signed up to be his new friend’s sponsor and take him through the process\, and felt energised by the similarities in their ambitions and worldview. \n“I think to find someone your own age\, with the same dreams as you\, from the same city and is also suffering from the same thing… we knew immediately that we could help each other\,” recalls Sam. “You can lose your mind thinking about how rare that is.” \nHowever unsteady their respective circumstances may have been at the time\, a brighter\, more creative future suddenly came into focus. In between “secret” writing sessions the foundations of Bleech 9:3 were born\, giving Barry and Sam purpose to move forward. “From the point of view of recovery and sobriety\, we shared an intrinsic understanding of each other. It felt like we were building something very\, very special\,” says Barry. \nThree years on from Barry and Sam’s chance meeting\, and Bleech 9:3 are on the crest of a wave. Completed by James Quinlan (bass) and Luke O’Neill (drums)\, the band are one of the most in-demand new live acts on the circuit\, after a storming 2025 saw them open up for Keo and Shame alongside booking sold-out headline shows. They became a word-of-mouth wonder in a matter of months\, earning early acclaim from press and radio\, before the year culminated in an electrifying three-night residency at London’s Blue Basement. \nWith only a handful of singles to their name\, Bleech 9:3 have established a sound that’s as evocative as it is crunchy and in-your-face\, deftly gliding between sharp\, irrepressible melodies and heavy blasts of distortion whenever the mood demands. They draw from a shared adoration of seminal acts like Radiohead\, Deftones and Nirvana\, as well as more contemporary names like Fontaines D.C. and Sleep Token. \nFollowing the release of new single ‘Cannonball’\, Bleech 9:3 stand on the edge of something momentous. Fresh material is in the works and a devoted fanbase continues to surge\, while a run of over 150 live dates looms large. The road ahead might be rich with possibility – but the band’s existence alone is proof that from the ashes\, something fearless can be reborn.
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/bleech-93/
LOCATION:Whelan’s
CATEGORIES:Alternative,Music,Rock & Indie
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260501T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260501T223000
DTSTAMP:20260128T124712Z
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SUMMARY:Kiera Dignam
DESCRIPTION:Renowned vocalist and daughter of Irish musical icon Christy Dignam\, Kiera Dignam plays The Grand Social on May 1st\, 2026
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/kiera-dignam/
LOCATION:The Grand Social\, 35 Liffey St. Lower\, Dublin 1\, D01 C3N0
CATEGORIES:Music,Pop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260501T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260501T220000
DTSTAMP:20260312T095536Z
CREATED:20260312T095536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T095536Z
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SUMMARY:CHARLIE NOORDEWIER
DESCRIPTION:Charlie Noordewier comes LIVE to Whelan’s on the first of May 2026!
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/charlie-noordewier/
LOCATION:Whelan’s
CATEGORIES:Music,Rock & Indie
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260501T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260501T213000
DTSTAMP:20260303T121402Z
CREATED:20251112T101553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T121402Z
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SUMMARY:Just Mustard
DESCRIPTION:Just Mustard’s heady blend of noise\, trip hop\, and electronic-influenced music has helped them build a reputation as one of Ireland’s most thrilling new bands\, both live and on record. \nTheir have announced their highly anticipated headline show in one of Dublin’s most iconic venues\, 3Olympia Theatre\, on Friday 1st May 2026. \n\n\nFormed in Dundalk\, Ireland\, Just Mustard consists of vocalist Katie Ball\, guitarists David Noonan (also backing vocals) and Mete Kalyoncuoglu\, bassist Robert Hodgers Clarke\, and drummer Shane Maguire. \nAcross their first two albums – 2018’s Wednesday and Partisan Records debut Heart Under from 2022 – the Irish band had become masters at creating haunting noise rock\, Katie Ball’s bewitching vocals swirling amongst the sounds like smoke. Heart Under\, defined by a maelstrom of dark industrial noise and dreamy textures\, explored themes of grief and longing\, with imagery of being submerged deep underwater and gasping for air. On the remarkable WE WERE JUST HERE\, the band reemerges\, leaning towards the light and the rush of euphoria. A pollyanna is defined as an excessively cheerful or optimistic person. For it to be the title and inspiration of the opening track and lead single from Just Mustard’s third album\, WE WERE JUST HERE\, signals a Damascene moment for the Dundalk five-piece. \nAcross these 10 tracks\, the band’s signature elements are still intact: guitars that are warped beyond recognition\, twisted sound design that draws from the luminary world of Aphex Twin and cavernous low ends. Guitarists David Noonan and Mete Kalyoncuoğlu continue to take their instruments to wild and unrecognizable places\, while the rhythm section of bassist Robert Hodgers Clarke and drummer Shane Maguire bring thudding sub bass and clattering percussion respectively. This time though\, it’s all been channeled into a warmer and more anthemic path\, opening up a new dimension of sound for the band. \n“I was trying to write more optimistically\, and feeling like a fraud sometimes\,” Ball says. “To find ‘POLLYANNA’ as a title\, I was looking up different words for toxic happiness. I was trying to achieve happiness even if it wasn’t always helpful. Euphoria was a word that kept coming up – trying to feel euphoric\, but at a cost.” \n“I don’t wanna go where I can’t feel a thing\,” she sings on the bold and melodic “DREAMER”\, while the album’s title track – the perfect mix of their thudding signature guitar sound and new commitment to lightness and warmth – explodes into technicolor noise after Ball’s declaration: “I just wanna make it feel good.” \nThe singer adds: “I was trying to put myself in places of physical joy to try and get that euphoric feeling.” Across the album\, songs draw from a wide spectrum of emotion and feeling\, with characters searching for ecstasy\, holding onto love and grasping for the rush of feeling alive. The vocals foreground these feelings\, and the intricately crafted compositions behind them back up the urge\, whether on the propulsive “SILVER” or the explosive “ENDLESS DEATHLESS”. \nProduced by Noonan and the band\, they aimed for directness and immediacy with their songwriting. While their approach to composition had previously been inspired by their love of electronic music\, starting with instrumental loops and textures and later weaving vocal ideas around them\, the band made a conscious decision to reverse engineer this process on WWJH. For them this meant adopting a more traditional method\, looking to the swirling rock and dynamic song structures of Nirvana and My Bloody Valentine and striving for big\, bold\, fully encompassing songs. \n“The vocal structure was the most important thing\,” Noonan says of how the songs for WE WERE JUST HERE were built. With choruses bursting with melody and brightness\, Ball’s vocals rise higher in the mix throughout the album\, partly as a purely sonic decision but also to hammer home feelings of positivity\, albeit sometimes conflicted ones. \nWhile it presents an expanded emotional palette for the band\, everything is still directed through their unique lens\, feeling Lynchian in the way it shoots for happiness but ends up with something stranger\, more complicated and more fascinating. \nThe strange and distinct universe the band create on record is reinforced with haunting interludes of warped speech and noise: “We wanted to create levels of texture in the album that could recall different layers of memory and time\, also injecting some of our own personal experience of creating into the finished tracks. We used snippets of voice memos from the writing process\, some elements are from the first recorded version or from various demos\, and in the studio used a mixture of digital and analogue equipment and 1/2” tape processing.” \nThe idea of place was also key when writing\, the band thinking about clubs and dancefloors as settings which directed them to strive for something immediate and urgent. “When we were writing the songs\, we could actually sometimes see different rooms and imagine playing this song in this venue”. While most of the rooms popping into his head weren’t cavernous arenas\, the band’s extensive 2023 tour of South America in support of The Cure also pointed towards the opportunity for a bigger and more expansive sound. \nWE WERE JUST HERE was recorded at the Black Mountain studio just outside of the band’s hometown of Dundalk. As with Heart Under\, they brought in David Wrench (Frank Ocean\, FKA twigs) to mix the record. “It’s amazing how he seemingly added more melody to the songs just through processing\,” Noonan says\, relishing in handing the album to someone else after “our hands had been all over it\,” with Wrench pulling out even more depth and strength to Ball’s vocals. \nAs a band more interested in gesturing towards themes rather than ramming narratives down listeners’ throats\, WE WERE JUST HERE was the perfect title for the new album. The band reflect; “If you put the emphasis on any of the four words\, it can mean something different.” \nAs such\, you can ingest Ball’s lyrics as a conflicted and toxic grasp at positivity\, or a cathartic breakthrough into blissful\, true euphoria. Whichever way it’s received\, it arrives in the package of a revelatory new album\, one that takes Just Mustard’s music to ecstatic new places. For Heart Under\, a core concept of the album was to make listeners feel like they were travelling through a tunnel. With WE WERE JUST HERE\, they explode out into the blinding light.
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/just-mustard/
LOCATION:3Olympia Theatre
CATEGORIES:Electronic & Dance,Music,Rock & Indie,Shoegaze
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260501T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260501T140000
DTSTAMP:20260330T114941Z
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SUMMARY:Those Hucklebuck Days: The Songs We Danced To
DESCRIPTION:Alan Carney\nEvelyn Grant (Narrator)\nLinda Kenny\nDamian Smith \nThe Singalong Songbook pays homage to the popular showband era. In this heady tribute to pure nostalgia\, Those Hucklebuck Days: The Songs We Danced To revisits those hits that played each day on the radio and dominated the ballrooms of romance. The brilliant Singalong Songbook team\, joined by showband legend Art Supple of the Victors Showband\, will help you relive magic memories as they remember the crazy showband days in Ireland\, particularly Dublin.
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/those-hucklebuck-days-the-songs-we-danced-to/
LOCATION:National Concert Hall
CATEGORIES:Classical,Music,Pop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260504
DTSTAMP:20260119T094144Z
CREATED:20251208T142704Z
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SUMMARY:James Joyce Centre Walking Tours
DESCRIPTION:Guides from the James Joyce Centre take you through Dublin\, exploring the history of the city and the various locations described by Ireland’s greatest writer\, James Joyce.\n\nThough Joyce lived most of his life outside of Ireland\, Dublin would provide the backdrop for virtually all of his work. On a stroll around the inner city\, our guide will explain the real-life inspiration behind some of Joyce’s most celebrated writing\, demonstrating just how central the streetscape of the ‘Hibernian metropolis’ was to the author’s life and art. The tour visits such stops as Belvedere College\, the Gresham Hotel\, the James Joyce Statue\, Davy Byrnes\, and the National Library.\n\nThis is an excellent and fun introduction to Joyce in a bustling part of the city.\n\nThe James Joyce Centre offers two tours: Introducing Joyce’s Dublin and Footsteps of Leopold Bloom.\n\nEvery Thursday\, Friday & Saturday at 11 am. Duration 2 hours.\n\nAdmission to the James Joyce Centre is included. \nThe James Joyce Centre is supported by the Department of Culture\, Communications and Sport.
URL:https://dublintown.wpenginepowered.com/event/james-joyce-centre-walking-tours/2026-05-01/
LOCATION:The James Joyce Centre
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260430T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260430T230000
DTSTAMP:20260119T110655Z
CREATED:20260119T110655Z
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SUMMARY:Creeper
DESCRIPTION:At approximately 10.30pm on 1st November 2018 at London’s KOKO\, the curtain came down on the UK’s most exciting band. Enigmatic Creeper frontman Will Gould gave a speech that echoed the late David Bowie’s infamous farewell at his Hammersmith Apollo gig in 1972. “Of all the shows we’ve played in this last four years\, this one will remain with us the longest\,” said Gould before launching into the final track of their set\, “because not only is it the last show of this album\, but it’s the last show that we’ll ever do”. Distraught fans wept in disbelief\, confused at why\, at the height of their powers\, their favourite band would disappear. \nCreeper had formed in 2014 in Southampton\, each of its members influenced by their mutual involvement in the town’s hardcore scene and a love of punk and glam rock. Oliver Burdett and Hannah Greenwood soon joined founding members Gould\, Ian Miles\, Dan Bratton and Sean Scott in 2015. \nThey released EPs that immediately garnered an obsessive fan-base of outsiders and lost teenagers affectionately dubbing themselves the Creeper Cult. The band were hailed as the best new rock band of recent times by critics\, receiving a Kerrang! Award and Metal Hammer Golden Gods Award in 2016. Debut album ‘Eternity’\, ‘In Your Arms’ (2017) aimed to heighten their hometown by the sea to a place of mystery and grandeur; to echo realisations about growing up and out of your old\, younger self. It debuted at number 1 in the UK Rock & Metal Albums Chart and in the top 20 of the UK Albums Chart. Rarely does a new band break through into a scene where the majority of groups achieving those feats are 10+ years into their career\, especially with a debut album. \nMasters of play and pastiche\, the six-piece had always planned to disappear – albeit temporarily – once they’d finished touring their debut\, but suddenly it felt like they’d have to disappear from the music scene for good. Guitarist Ian Miles was extremely unwell and about to be hospitalised\, Gould was burnt out and exhausted. The pair had supported each other through mental health struggles in the past but this was altogether more serious and unknown territory. \nThe worst year of Gould’s life was about to begin. The week after Miles was sectioned\, the pair were meant to fly to LA to write the second album; Creeper’s leader had to go alone. Over the next 12 months\, his mum’s partner unexpectedly passed away and his relationship with his fiance was on the brink of collapse. Unsure of what else to do\, Gould threw all his focus and emotional energy into the album. He knew that everything had to be different – in both his own life and with the band. \nHe wanted to build on the glam\, goth-leaning rock they were loved for but push through to create something far more ambitious. Indeed\, as Gould admits\, “The only way to make another Creeper record\, as difficult as it was\, was to smash Creeper to the ground.” This would be a total rejection of the generic big-production pop punk direction they could easily take. Instead Gould wanted fans to see the pomp\, joy and spirit of Creeper through the lens of the colourful and sentimental Americana of Bruce Springsteen and Roy Orbison\, with the theatrical glam of Marc Bolan and T-Rex. \nGould would sleep all day in his Hollywood apartment and at night emerge into the seedy\, flashy underbelly of Los Angeles. Partying\, exploring and attending fetish clubs\, the Englishman in LA quickly felt at home among the goths\, punks\, misfits and reprobrates of the city. Although he was having a wild ride\, it wasn’t without challenges. “My alcoholism had veered massively out of control\,” he remembers. “I’d swing from optimism about the band’s future to conversations with Ian that made me believe he’d never get better\, and recovery wouldn’t happen.” Gould wrote some of the album alone but some he and Miles wrote together over a webcam – Gould on a mini keyboard in his rented room in the States and his musical partner with an instrument from the Priory hospital in England. \nCreated amongst this emotional turmoil under the hot LA sun\, Sex\, Death & the Infinite Void is a concept album that loosely mirrors Gould’s life. Boy moves to new city\, goes off the rails\, meets new girl\, falls in love and the world as they know it ends. It’s what Gould calls his take on “apocalyptic romanticism.” Never has there been a more appropriate time for riotous end-of-days anthems as we edge closer to the infinite void ourselves. Through rousing gang choruses\, sharp rat-pack style and a golden touch of modern country\, the journey is a cinematic adventure through Gould’s extraordinary mind.
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/creeper/
LOCATION:Whelan’s
CATEGORIES:Music,Punk,Rock & Indie
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260430T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260430T223000
DTSTAMP:20260312T095146Z
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SUMMARY:ALPINE SKIES
DESCRIPTION:“Lovely” – Simon Le Bon (Duran Duran) \nDublin based Alpine Skies picked up considerable glances from quite the famous fan with their debut release in 2025\, and continued to grow on those advances\, as the year progressed. The band blend indie rock\, post-Britpop\, and electronic rock elements with a strong foundation in guitar-based songwriting. A project rooted in melody and emotion\, fusing storytelling and cinematic sounds\, often described as having a hazy\, atmospheric quality\, and known for its cinematic\, emotionally resonant nature. \nSince that debut release\, the band have been earning praise from the likes of Hot Press\, Pure M Magazine\, The Beat\, RTE 2XM\, Red FM\, Dublin City FM locally\, to also acquiring the aforementioned international praise and attention of Duran Duran’s Simon Le Bon on his Whooosh! (Sirius XM) radio show out in L.A\, and more. \nTheir debut album\, “Inspired Conflicts”\, is set for release early April 2026\, with this event showcasing the fruits of those works. \n“They deal in alternative rock that trades polish for pulse. Their songs drift between open-sky calm and the kind of inner static that keeps you awake at 3 a.m.… and all the messy rebuilding that comes with trying to stay human in a world that won’t slow down.” – Pure M Magazine. \n“…an increase of momentum that feels like a mobilised movement growing ever-powerful.” – Hot Press.
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/alpine-skies/
LOCATION:Whelan’s
CATEGORIES:Electronic & Dance,Music,Rock & Indie
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503
DTSTAMP:20260119T094144Z
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SUMMARY:James Joyce Centre Walking Tours
DESCRIPTION:Guides from the James Joyce Centre take you through Dublin\, exploring the history of the city and the various locations described by Ireland’s greatest writer\, James Joyce.\n\nThough Joyce lived most of his life outside of Ireland\, Dublin would provide the backdrop for virtually all of his work. On a stroll around the inner city\, our guide will explain the real-life inspiration behind some of Joyce’s most celebrated writing\, demonstrating just how central the streetscape of the ‘Hibernian metropolis’ was to the author’s life and art. The tour visits such stops as Belvedere College\, the Gresham Hotel\, the James Joyce Statue\, Davy Byrnes\, and the National Library.\n\nThis is an excellent and fun introduction to Joyce in a bustling part of the city.\n\nThe James Joyce Centre offers two tours: Introducing Joyce’s Dublin and Footsteps of Leopold Bloom.\n\nEvery Thursday\, Friday & Saturday at 11 am. Duration 2 hours.\n\nAdmission to the James Joyce Centre is included. \nThe James Joyce Centre is supported by the Department of Culture\, Communications and Sport.
URL:https://dublintown.wpenginepowered.com/event/james-joyce-centre-walking-tours/2026-04-30/
LOCATION:The James Joyce Centre
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260429T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260429T230000
DTSTAMP:20260127T110400Z
CREATED:20260127T110400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T110400Z
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SUMMARY:DOM GLYNN & HIS SUNDAY BEST
DESCRIPTION: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 songs by his American heroes in and around London. He’s since \nbeen inspired to write his own future standards. Now\, armed with those songs and his band His Sunday Best\, in 2025 he hit the road for the first time\, with a tour of The Netherlands and Germany in July and a UK tour in September. \nNow 29\, Glynn already has several releases under his belt and released a studio album in August and a live album in December. His songwriting echoes the spirit of legends like Johnny Cash and Hank Williams Sr.\, while his guitar work recalls the elegant fingerpicking of Doc Watson. Years of constant performing have shaped him into a seasoned and compelling live act. And since 2023\, he’s had an outstanding band to back him up. \nDom Glynn & His Sunday Best bring a sound and vibe that get people drinking\, dancing\, and simply having a great time. They’ve already proven it at major UK and EU festivals like Maverick\, Ramblin’ Roots Revue\, Black Deer\, Rotterdam Bluegrass and Static Roots.
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/dom-glynn-his-sunday-best-2/
LOCATION:Whelan’s
CATEGORIES:Country,Music,Trad & Folk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260429T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260429T230000
DTSTAMP:20260119T103423Z
CREATED:20260119T103423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T103423Z
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SUMMARY:The Big Star Quintet
DESCRIPTION:“A half-century later\, the Memphis band’s sophomore album remains a bright\, beautiful portrait of young\, big emotions and the way they intersected with the joy of music – Paste Magazine (2024) \n\nMemphis\, TN (July 2025)—Five decades ago\, Memphis power pop pioneers Big Star released two albums: No. 1 Record and Radio City. These genre-defining works went on to become cult classics\, inspiring generations of fans through songs such as “In the Street\,” “Thirteen\,” “September Gurls\,” “Back of a Car\,” and “I’m in Love With a Girl.” To celebrate the albums’ enduring legacy\, an all-star collective of musicians (led by the band’s sole surviving original member\, Jody Stephens) will join together on May 1\, at the Smithwick’s Kilkenny Roots Festival (Ireland) to perform many essential songs from Radio City and No. 1 Record\, inducted this year into the Grammy Hall of Fame\, and from the highly influential Third album. \n\nJoining Stephens will be some of the band’s biggest fans who have long been associated with Big Star–related projects\, including Jon Auer (Big Star/The Posies)\, Mike Mills (R.E.M.)\, Chris Stamey (The dB’s)\, and (subbing for Wilco’s Pat Sansone) Norman Blake (Teenage Fanclub) \nHeavily influenced by the British Invasion\, yet undeniably original\, Big Star (vocalist/guitarist/pianist Alex Chilton\, vocalist/guitarist Chris Bell\, bassist Andy Hummel\, and drummer Jody Stephens) offered a fresh new sound when they emerged in the early ’70s. While power pop wouldn’t truly take off until later in the decade\, the Memphis band set the tone with their infectious blend of jangly pop\, driving guitars\, sweet harmonies\, and wistful melancholia. In 1971\, Big Star made their debut with #1 Record\, which featured such memorable numbers as “In the Street” (later made famous by Cheap Trick)\, “Thirteen” (“one of rock’s most beautiful celebrations of adolescence” — Rolling Stone\, 2011)\, and “The Ballad of El Goodo.” (“The bridge [or middle eight\, call it what you will] alone shows more talent and creativity than some bands’ entire back catalogues.” — The Guardian\, 2011) While the album garnered high marks from critics\, however\, it failed to make a commercial splash. \n\nBell departed the band soon after\, leaving Chilton\, Hummel\, and Stephens to continue as a trio. In late 1973\, Big Star returned to Ardent Studios to record their follow-up\, with producer John Fry. Despite losing his longtime collaborator\, Chilton stepped in as the band’s de facto leader—a role that allowed his songwriting talents to shine. Released in 1974\, Radio City featured some of Big Star’s most beloved tracks\, including the bluesy opener “O\, My Soul\,” offbeat rocker “Back of a Car\,” the sweet acoustic ballad “I’m in Love with a Girl\,” plus their iconic pop classic\, “September Gurls.” Once again\, Radio City was met with critical acclaim but fell victim to distribution issues\, selling less than 20\,000 copies at the time. \n\nBut the story of Big Star certainly wasn’t over. Shared between friends and musicians as the years went on\, the albums became cult favorites—far exceeding their original commercial performance. Today\, both No. 1 Record and Radio City are considered definitive titles in the power pop canon and have long been counted among rock’s greatest albums. Hailed as “Pure power pop perfection” by Rolling Stone\, Radio City has been included in the outlet’s 2003\, 2012\, and 2020 “500 Greatest Albums of All Time” rankings. “September Gurls\,” meanwhile\, appeared on its “500 Greatest Songs of All Time” list\, while Consequence of Sound declared the track “One of American music’s prototypical power pop jams.” \n\nAlthough Big Star disbanded in late 1974 (not long after recording their third album\, Third/Sister Lovers)\, the band went on to achieve near-mythic status in the underground scene\, influencing some the biggest alt-rock artists of the ’80s\, ’90s and beyond\, including R.E.M.\, Teenage Fanclub\, Wilco\, and The Replacements (who famously penned the song “Alex Chilton” as an ode to the group’s frontman). Over the years\, Big Star’s songs have been reinterpreted by the likes of Elliott Smith\, The Bangles\, Placebo\, Beck\, Gin Blossoms\, Garbage\, Counting Crows\, and Jeff Buckley\, to name a few.\nIn the last two decades\, Big Star has finally been given their due\, honored with a host of glowing retrospectives\, as well as a tribute record (Big Star Small World\, 2006)\, a documentary (2012’s Nothing Can Hurt Me)\, and the 2016 concert film and live album\, Thank You\, Friends: Big Star’s Third Live…And More. The acclaimed release\, which is available to view on Amazon Prime\, captures the popular touring live show\, “Big Star’s Third\,” in which an all-star roster of guest vocalists and musicians join a core group (including Stephens\, Mike Mills\, Auer\, Sansone\, and Stamey) to perform Third/Sister Lovers\, plus selections from #1 Record and Radio City. Filmed at a concert in Glendale\, CA\, Thank You\, Friends features a cross-generational lineup of talent\, including Jeff Tweedy (Wilco)\, Ira Kaplan (Yo La Tengo)\, Robyn Hitchcock\, Dan Wilson\, original arranger Carl Marsh\, and San Francisco’s Kronos Quartet.
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/the-big-star-quintet/
LOCATION:The Button Factory\, Curved St\, Temple Bar\, Dublin 2
CATEGORIES:Music,Pop
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SUMMARY:SKIPPER’S REVENGE
DESCRIPTION:Skipper’s Revenge are a 6 piece band based in Dublin with three main priorities: playing good music\, having a good time and tearing up the music scene with their energy driven gigs. \nThe band is made up of secondary school friends who adopted a singer/electric guitarist when they entered college and have been grafting and grinding to bring feel good music to the world over the past few months. What sets Skipper’s Revenge apart from everyone else is their brass horn section which seamlessly integrates with the rest of the band. The band is comprised of singer/electric guitarist Michael D’Arcy\, keys player Thomas McFeeney Izart\, drummer Milo Martin\, Bassist Cain Butler and a horn section including Felim Sullivan on the trumpet and saxophonist Darragh “Skipper” Butler on both the tenor and baritone saxophone.
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/skippers-revenge/
LOCATION:Whelan’s
CATEGORIES:Music,Rock & Indie
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SUMMARY:The End Of The Beginning
DESCRIPTION:Contemporary Music Performance have a end of year gig at the Workman’s Club 29th and 30th April 2026 \n\n\n\n\nA 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 end of year showcase and you won’t want to miss what we have in store. Two nights full of artistic expression\, varying from large scale soundscapes to intimate moments\, controlled and chaotic. \n\n\n\nBuilt and curated by graduates from one of the oldest modern music schools in Europe\, these gigs will offer not only a glimpse of the next generation  also a snapshot of a truly international musical world view. From Balkan influenced pop to dreamy experimentation and soul baring songwriting\, glitchy electronics to the last Seawolf\, the two-night showcase will also feature a selection of debut acts selected by the headliners.but \n\n\n\nSince 1989\, the annual Ballyfermot College Music Showcase has introduced artists like current RTE 2FM Rising artist Roe Byrne\, Choice Music Prize ‘26 nominee Junior Brother\, Damien Dempsey\, Lisa O’Neill\, Wallis Bird and Lucy Blue to wider audiences—creating unforgettable moments in some of Dublin’s most famous venues. \n\n\n\n\n2026 line-up: \nDardo: A Dublin born wizard on the loop station\, creating symphonies of chaotic bliss and pushing the very bounds of reality with a blend of vocal and instrumental dynamics that will leave your ears begging for more. \n\n\n\n\ntetiana: \nA Ukrainian songwriter whose work moves through a poetic and introspective style. Her songs explore emotional contrasts tenderness and strength\, sadness and resilience – creating a sound that feels both intimate and universal. Having written multiple successful songs for major Ukrainian artists and catching the eye of Bryan E. Miller\, tetiana’s music is destined to reach a wider audience. \n\n\n\n\nAltmae: \nEstonian-Finnish singer/songwriter blessed with a voice thousands can only dream of having\, and a grace that has hypnotised audiences from here to Germany using soft but explosive melodies that regularly leaves people slack jawed and inspired. \n\n\n\n\nVėtra: \nA Lithuanian singer/songwriter whose passion can barely be contained by the soft tones of the Kanklės\, a traditional harp that she has played since childhood. Through her powerful voice and atmospheric songs\, Vetra blends folk roots with contemporary songwriting\, creating performances that feel intimate\, emotional…and a little otherworldly. \n\n\n\n\nPatrick Finnegan: \nA Dublin born singer/songwriter who uses his past grievances with life and trauma to call forth something greater. With a thirst for life that escapes through the cracks in sombre lyrics\, his melodies stay in the mind long after first hearing. \n\n\n\n\nAndrei Yolkeen: \nThe rebellious pirate of rock is more myth than man\, the very last Seawolf on our planet. He has spent his whole life wandering the Baltic and northern seas and has just stepped off the ship onto the shores of Ireland to give an unforgettable performance. Armoured by his guitar\, accordion and pipe he strikes the audience with blatantly provocative poetry – get ready for a fierce celebration! \n\n\n\n\nThe end of an opening chapter\, the beginning of great stories. \n\n\n\n\nThe HND in Contemporary Music Performance is a two-year programme designed for aspiring professional musicians\, offering a deep dive into both the creative and business sides of the industry. Under the guidance of experienced musicians and industry professionals\, students refine their artistry\, develop industry insight\, and build lasting connections with like-minded peers. With a focus on individuality and artistic growth\, this unique programme empowers musicians to carve their own path in the world of music.
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/the-end-of-the-beginning/
LOCATION:The Workmans Club
CATEGORIES:Alternative,Electronic & Dance,Festivals,Music,Music,Pop,Rock & Indie,Trad & Folk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260428T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260428T230000
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SUMMARY:Splean
DESCRIPTION:“No way out\,” “Orbit without sugar\,” “Life line\,” “Romance\,” “Get out of my head\,” “My heart” – these and many other undeniable hits will be performed at the concerts as part of the World tour of the band Splean. \nThe artists have traveled a long way to meet their fans. Don’t miss the show in your city. Only the best! Only live sound!
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/splean/
LOCATION:The Academy\, 57 Middle Abbey Street\, Dublin
CATEGORIES:Alternative,Metal,Music,Rock & Indie
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260428T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260428T223000
DTSTAMP:20260119T102351Z
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SUMMARY:Robert Finley
DESCRIPTION:On the back-end of his incredible performance on BBC’s Later With Jools Holland this month\, Louisiana soul-blues artist Robert Finley is announcing more headline shows in France\, Netherlands and Germany for 2026. The tour follows his critically acclaimed album Hallelujah! Don’t Let The Devil Fool Ya\, which was released earlier this year via Easy Eye Sound. \nFinley kicks off the fourteen date run of shows in Tourcoing\, France on February 24th and then makes his way to the Netherlands for four shows followed by four more shows in Germany ending in Berlin on March 12th. Tickets for all shows go on sale this Friday. Visit (XXXXX) for tickets. \nFinley’s new album Hallelujah! Don’t Let The Devil Fool Ya received global acclaim\, with SPIN declaring the artist “a master musician and entertainer – only gets better with time\,” and UNCUT noting: “Approaching his eighth decade … Finley’s work here is clearly just getting started.” \nThe album — produced by longtime collaborator Dan Auerbach at his Easy Eye Sound studio in Nashville — features bold\, joy-driven gospel-soul statements like “I Wanna Thank You\,” and was recorded in the spirit of live improvisation with Finley and his band. Finley now brings his unmissable live show across Europe. \n— — — — \nAfter a lifetime of hard work\, Robert Finley has established himself as one of today’s preeminent spokesmen of the blues. Born and raised in the small town of Bernice\, LA\, Finley spent decades playing music as a street performer and leader of the gospel group Brother Finley and the Gospel Sisters before making his long overdue recording debut at the young age of 62 with 2016’s Age Don’t Mean A Thing. The album captured the attention of Easy Eye Sound founder Dan Auerbach\, beginning a long collaborative relationship that has included 2017’s Goin’ Platinum\, 2021’s autobiographical Sharecropper’s Son\, and 2023’s critically acclaimed Black Bayou. An 11-track tour de force that coalesces southern soul\, jazz\, folk\, blues\, rock ‘n’ roll and more into a raw\, thundering tribute to Finley’s home state of Louisiana\, the latter album was met by ecstatic applause from leading publications around the world spanning SPIN\, The FADER\, No Depression\, American Songwriter\, Paste\, Uncut\, and more with MOJO simply declaring in a five-starred rave\, “Black Bayou is surely the album Finley was put on Earth to create\, filled with stories only he could tell.” \nAn electrifying performer known for his soulful swagger and gritty vocal power\, Finley has since proven a hugely popular international live act with sold-out headline tours\, countless festival appearances\, shows alongside The Black Keys\, and a leading role in Auerbach’s Easy Eye Sound Revue. Finley has also made a number of high-profile network TV appearances\, including the 2019 season of NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” – where he eventually made it to the semi-finals – and CBS Saturday Morning. Having overcome great adversity – including losing his sight in his 60s – Robert Finley is now justly recognized the world over as a singular storyteller and one of the last great bluesmen of the modern era\, a true living legend with still more magic to come.
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/robert-finley/
LOCATION:Whelan’s
CATEGORIES:Music,R&B,Rock & Indie
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260428T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260428T220000
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SUMMARY:IST IST
DESCRIPTION:IST IST performs at The Grand Social on the 28th of April!
URL:https://www.dublintown.ie/event/ist-ist/
LOCATION:The Grand Social\, 35 Liffey St. Lower\, Dublin 1\, D01 C3N0
CATEGORIES:Music,Punk
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