The Highly Anticipated Return of New Orleans Style Showmanship with Stomptown Brass

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

Stomptown Brass are back in Galway in a highly anticipated return to the city at Monroe’s Live on Dominick Street.

Irish indie-electronic duo All Tvvins performing in Róisín Dubh on Saturday July 29

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

Irish indie-electronic duo All Tvvins, featuring Conor Adams (The Cast Of Cheers) & Lar Kaye (Adebisi Shank), whose debut album 'IIVV' shot into the Irish charts at #2 and earned a Choice Music Prize nomination for Irish “Album of the Year” while smashing the 20 million streams landmark, are back with their latest single "What's Happening.”

New Orleans brass band-meets-Mardi Gras Indian outfit Cha Wa to play in Róisín Dubh

Thu, Jul 20, 2023

New Orleans brass band-meets-Mardi Gras Indian outfit Cha Wa radiates the energy of the city’s street culture.

Music scholarships on offer in memory of Ashling Murphy

Thu, Jul 13, 2023

Comhaltas have established three scholarships to recognise and remember the talent and legacy of the late Ashling Murphy. Ashling was a primary school teacher, Comhaltas music teacher and performer.

Record Breaking Chart Topper Jazzy to Perform at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

In the wake of becoming the first Irish female to reach number one in the official Irish singles chart in 14 years, 26-year-old artist Jazzy is set to bring her club and dance anthems to Monroe’s Live on Saturday, July 22.

Alabama 3 Set to Ignite the Stage with Raucous Energy at Monroe's Live on Monday, July 24

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

Alabama 3 has carved a distinctive niche in the music industry with their genre-defying sound and high-energy performances.

I hear you're a quiz master now Father... Father Ted Table Quiz incoming!

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

Any idea why July 19 should be so important?
For the first time, Galway celebrates July 19 with a Father Ted Table Quiz. If you attended the TedFest Table Quiz in March, fear not - this will be a totally different but still blessed night of craic celebrating Ireland’s most divine TV comedy.

The Murder Capital at Fall Right Into Place festival alongside Pillow Queens

Thu, Jul 06, 2023

The Murder Capital are the second headliners announced for 2023’s Fall Right Into Place, where they will play alongside other exciting acts like the Pillow Queens. They will play Sunday September 17 at Claregalway Castle, just outside Galway city.

Don't miss Paddy Hanna in Róisín Dubh tonight, Thursday June 29

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

“An unearthed gem of Irish music” - Clash Magazine

The Steven Sharpe Show is coming to Róisín Dubh this Friday June 30

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

"One of Galway's best kept secrets" - Body & Soul, HotPress.com

A Unique Night With Trad Legends McGoldrick, Smyth, Murray, Kelly and Higgins at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

Five leading lights of the traditional music scene join forces for a special performance at Monroe’s Live as part of this year’s Galway International Arts Festival on Sunday, July 23 at 9pm.

Folk and Rock'n’Roll as George Murphy Returns with The Rising Sons at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

Once described by Phil Coulter as “the most exciting vocal find in Ireland”, Dubliner George Murphy is back with renewed vigour following a period touring the globe with The High Kings.

Relive the Power of Led Zeppelin with Europe’s Leading Tribute Band CODA at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Jun 29, 2023

With handmade replica costumes and authentic sounding instruments, CODA are Europe’s leading Led Zeppelin tribute band. From Stairway to Heaven and Black Dog, to rarer songs such as When the Levee Breaks and Ramble On, CODA will relive the excitement and raw power of Led Zeppelin at Monroe’s Live on Friday, July 14 at 11pm.

Pavillion presents Flow State, an immersive ab-rock journey in Seven Bar

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

Pavillion invites you to embark on a transformative musical experience with 'Flow State', an evening of alternative rock and captivating hippie vibes.

Limerick indie band Anna’s Anchor to play in Róisín Dubh on Wednesday July 12

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

Limerick indie outfit Anna’s Anchor have announced their fourth album, The Merries, which is out July 7 via Strange Brew. Following the album release, they will tour the country, coming to Róisín Dubh on July 12.

Paddy Hanna performs in Róisín Dubh on Thursday June 29

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

There are few artists who could count Burt Bacharach and Fontaines DC amongst their fans, but Paddy is one of them. The Dubliner has long eschewed passing fads in favour of timeless melodies and fine songwriting, leading indie music bible The Quietus to call him “a songwriter with a propensity for wildly infectious hooks and choruses that burrow into your brain with no intention of leaving.”

The Dynamic Blues-Rock of Rory Gallagher Revisited with the BMG Tribute Band at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

When Barry McGivern first saw the blues-rock might of legendary Irish guitarist, Rory Gallagher in 1969, it inspired the trajectory of his music career. Having watched him perform in concert over 30 times, Barry set out to bring together the ultimate tribute band.

The Complete Stone Roses To Recreate Pivotal Indie-Rockers Music at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

With the seal of approval from the original band, The Complete Stone Roses are renowned for their reinvention of the work of the pivotal indie-rockers. So much so, they are often joined by bassist Gary ‘Mani’ Mounfield – a member of the Stone Roses and Primal Scream – who has hailed the artistry, dedication and talent of this UK tribute act.

1980s Legends In Tua Nua Unite for 40th Anniversary Tour at Monroe’s Live for GIAF

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

One of Ireland’s premier live acts during the 1980s, In Tua Nua have played with artists of such calibre as Bob Dylan at Slane Castle, U2 on the European leg of their Joshua Tree Tour and shared stages with Fleetwood Mac, Simple Minds and Eurythmics.

Top Artists to Perform at the Galway Folk Festival This Weekend

Fri, Jun 16, 2023

Weekend of Friday, June 16th – Sunday June 18th

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