The Genitorturers stand as one of America’s most provocative forces in industrial metal—an electrifying collision of heavy riffs, mechanical pulse, and boundary‑shattering performance art. Led by the commanding presence of frontwoman Gen, the band has carved a notorious legacy since the early ’90s, merging the aggression of metal with the...
It’s hard not to feel seen by Lemoncello, a band whose live performances and recordings shimmer with the tones of modern Ireland. Their upcoming release, Perfect Place, evolves from the band’s folk-soaked roots and confidently explores intricate new shapes. Marking a bold new chapter for singer-songwriter Laura Quirke & cellist-arranger...
After entertaining millions of people online with his no-nonsense guides, wine expert, broadcaster, author and all-round decent bloke Tom Gilbey is hitting the road across the UK and Ireland, bringing his trademark energy, humour, producer Fred and some questionable bottles of plonk to theatres.
Liana Flores’ story is one of cultural cross-pollination, unlikely chances, and quite possibly a signpost for the evolution of folk music in the digital age. Raised in rural Norfolk pre-internet ubiquity, the bossa nova CDs belonging to Liana’s Brazilian mother were a first glimpse into a musical world beyond Eleanor...
To celebrate 50 years of U2, Welcome To The Northside, in association with U2 Dublin Fan Club, returns to Opium Dublin for Night One of a landmark weekend dedicated to the band, the city, and the fans who travel from all over the world to be part of it. Now...
Ye Vagabonds National Symphony Orchestra Ireland Robert Ames, conductor Ye Vagabonds bring their spellbinding harmonies and rich storytelling to NCH when they make their orchestral debut in this one-off concert with National Symphony Orchestra Ireland with arrangements by Bryce Dessner. Led by Dublin-based brothers Diarmuid and Brían Mac Gloinn, the award-winning duo have...
Dead Calm is a band fronted by Liam McCay (Sign Crushes Motorist, Dead Calm, Take Care) – a prolific Irish musician from Donegal, who has multiple different widely successful aliases that explore and weave between a variety of different genres. Namely, slowcore and indie-rock. The lyrics are direct, poignant, introspective...
Tengu announces Prozak for the venue's ninth residency! The Garage Pride of Ireland finally returns to Tengu for the first time in a long time and this time he's invited three of his local selectors to the space for the first out of three three shows in his residency over...
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. Though Joyce lived most of his life outside of Ireland, Dublin would provide the backdrop for virtually all of his work. On a...
Benidiction comes live to The Grand Social on 26th of September!
Live from The Workman’s Club Dar Williams was always in the right place at the right time, for the success she’s had over a 25-plus year career. She rose out of the vibrant mid-90’s Boston scene, inspired by the eclectic influences of alt-rockers, Berklee jazz musicians, slam poets, and folk artists,...
Sixpence None the Richer are renowned for their distinctive blend of indie-rock and introspective songwriting. With a gorgeous sound that is anchored in Leigh Nash’s unmistakable vocals and Matt Slocum’s intricate guitar work, their live performances leave audiences completely captivated. Formed in 1992 by Matt Slocum and Leigh Nash in...