American Idiot for Galway University

Thu, Jan 18, 2024

Galway University Musical Society will perform a rock musical inspired by Green Day’s iconic 2004 album American Idiot as its headline show this season.

2024 Music Network tour begins in Galway

Thu, Jan 11, 2024

The national Music Network’s spring 2024 season begins next month with a quartet of highly acclaimed traditional musicians invited to showcase their skills in Co Galway.

Music for Galway's Midwinter Festival warms the soul this month

Thu, Jan 04, 2024

One of the pinnacles of the Music for Galway calendar, the 21st Midwinter Festival will take place from 19-21st January in the warm and welcoming ballroom of the Hardiman Hotel, Galway.

Galway Premier for Steely Dan tribute band Aja at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Jan 04, 2024

For the first time in Galway, Dublin-based band Aja will recreate the legendary music of Steely Dan at Monroe’s Live on Friday, January 5 at 9pm.

Luminary Trad trio to play Monroe’s

Thu, Jan 04, 2024

Maurice Lennon, a luminary of traditional music, joins forces with the versatile talents of Ciara Brennan and Chris Dawson for a captivating evening of music at Monroe’s Live on Thursday, January 11, at 8pm.

Annual Phil Lynott Remembrance Night at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Jan 04, 2024

In 1972, Thin Lizzy catapulted to fame with the release of ‘Whiskey in the Jar,’ marking the onset of a career that would etch their name among Ireland's foremost bands.

Iconic Geantraí series back on TG4 this weekend

Thu, Jan 04, 2024

BY DECLAN VARLEY
The traditional music series Geantraí served as a cornerstone in TG4's musicprogramming for 17 years from 1996 until 2013 and the iconic series is making a comeback this weekend.

Kíla tunes for NYE

Thu, Dec 28, 2023

The roaring tribal beats of Kíla are set to ignite the stage at Monroe’s Live for a New Year’s Eve celebration.

In Tua Nua return to Monroe’s

Thu, Dec 28, 2023

Considered rock trail blazers for bringing Irish pipes and electronic fiddles to the mainstream, In Tua Nua play Monroe’s Live, tomorrow, Friday, December 29, at 9pm.

High Kings take the road to Galway

Thu, Dec 28, 2023

With 15 years on the road together, the High Kings land in Galway for a Leisureland gig on Saturday, February 24.

Singer George Murphy Rising to occasion at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Dec 21, 2023

Following a stomping show last July, folk and rock n’ roll artist George Murphy returns to Monroe’s with The Rising Sons this Wednesday, December 27, at 8pm.

Tuam’s Darragh O’Dea and his Delicate Dogs for Monroe’s

Thu, Dec 21, 2023

Described as a brilliant storytelling songsmith, Tuam’s Darragh O’Dea brings his six-piece band, Delicate Dogs, to Monroe’s Live on Friday, December 29, at 8pm.

Something Happens in Galway

Thu, Dec 21, 2023

Alt-pop rockers Something Happens return to Monroe’s Live on Thursday, December 28.

Old-school session at Monroe’s

Thu, Dec 21, 2023

Get your freak on and jump around with classic anthems from the best-selling hip-hop and RnB artists, as oldskool take to the stage at Monroe’s Live this Saturday, December 23.

Small screen show for The Stunning

Thu, Dec 21, 2023

A documentary on veteran Galway rockers The Stunning will be available over the Christmas season online on the RTÉ player.

The Púcas release festive Galway song

Thu, Dec 14, 2023

Sometimes the best tunes tumble from musicians’ minds late at night, and for two lads sitting at a piano after wandering Galway last month, that eureka moment arrived.

Fergal O’Hanlon and Adam O’Shea of The Púcas released their debut single ‘Christmas in Galway’ last week. The tune combines a traditional Irish air with a seasonal sound.

Galway Rap Star Celaviedmai to Perform at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Dec 14, 2023

Galway girl Celaviedmai has emerged as a captivating figure on the Irish hip-hop and rap landscape.

Ash to ignite Monroe's

Thu, Dec 14, 2023

The trio of Tim Wheeler, Mark Hamilton and Rick McMurray will headline Monroe’s Live on Sunday, December 17 at 8pm.

Take A Chance with The Björn Identity at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Dec 14, 2023

The Björn Identity will take a chance to imitate pop icons ABBA at Monroe’s Live tomorrow, December 15, at 9pm to recreate the sound, style, and energy of the Swedish sensation.

'Galway embodies our traditional spirit, a massive music city with a Celtic soul'

Thu, Dec 07, 2023

Teenage heartbreak, the hard school of busking, “fluke” success, a Number 1 with ‘Galway Girl’, and the late Shane McGowan: Irish folk hero Mundy explains all to the Advertiser ’s Jamie Conlon on the long drive to Galway.

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