O’Rourke to mark two decades of success at Galway Folk Festival
Thu, May 30, 2024
On the twentieth anniversary of the release of his critically acclaimed album, Since Kyabram, esteemed singer-songwriter Declan O’Rourke will perform at Leisureland next Wednesday, June 5, as part of the upcoming 2024 Galway Folk Festival.
Read more ...Claregalway’s Kinky Boots
Thu, May 30, 2024
Claregalway amateur dramatists’ production of Kinky Boots has been shortlisted for ‘best overall show 2024’ by the Association of Musical Societies.
Read more ...Grunge in Galway celebrates Seattle link
Thu, May 30, 2024
Galway and Seattle are two cities on the same latitude, and this weekend an Irish band will pay an electrifying tribute to the grunge nostalgia of Seattle rockers Pearl Jam at Monroe’s Live.
Read more ...Opacas ditch Big Top for Big Smoke
Thu, May 30, 2024
Before heading off to London’s Abbey Road Studios in the footsteps of The Beatles and Pink Floyd, Galway band The Opacas will play the Loft at Seven Bar, Bridge Street, on Thursday, June 6, at 8pm.
Read more ...Coach Party back on schedule
Thu, May 30, 2024
Isle of Wight rockers Coach Party will perform tonight, Thursday, May 30 at Róisín Dubh, after their autumn gig in Galway last year was cancelled.
Read more ...Birthday bash to toast Galway’s ‘dark rose’
Thu, May 30, 2024
Tucked away in the city’s West End, this ‘dark little rose’ – named for the 16th Century political love song which has became for some a metaphor for Irish patriotism – has established itself as a top tier venue for new acts, international headliners and raucous comedy.
Read more ...Welsh psychedelic pop for Arts Festival
Thu, May 30, 2024
One of the great pop eccentrics of his generation, he gained fame in the mid-'90s as frontman for the neo-psychedelic warriors Super Furry Animals, and has continued to craft melodically rich, stylistically adventurous works as a solo artist.
With a career spanning over three decades, Rhys' unique blend of rock, electronic, and psychedelic elements has come together in his latest album, Sadness Sets Me Free.
Read more ...Paul Weller tribute at the Róisín
Thu, May 30, 2024
Featuring classic hits from The Jam, The Style Council and Paul's amazing solo career, prepare for a night of top tunes both past and present.
Read more ...Cello spectacular for Salthill
Thu, May 23, 2024
The eight professional cellists who comprise Cello Ireland will be at the heart of a special Cellisimo Spectacular concert in Leisureland, Salthill this Saturday, May 25.
Read more ...Folk festival beefs up its acts
Thu, May 23, 2024
Already boasting a strong line-up of over 50 acts, the Galway Folk Festival has added extra muscle with more free and ticketed events announced to run over four days from Wednesday, June 5.
Read more ...Byrne brings ‘Best Comedy’ to Black Box
Thu, May 23, 2024
British-based Dublin comic Ed Byrne brings his 'Best Comedy Show of 2023' to Galway’s Black Box on Thursday, June 23.
Read more ...Cardinals confident for Galway gig
Thu, May 23, 2024
The Cardinals claim they lacked confidence to break into the Cork music scene, but bravery pays, and their national tour lands at the Róisín Dubh this Friday, May 24.
Read more ...Kittster to play Shop Street 18 years after album
Thu, May 23, 2024
Zhivago on Shop Street will host a special performance by David Kitt this Saturday, May 25 at 1pm to celebrate the re-release of his album Not Fade Away.
Read more ...‘Masterclass’ parodies privilege and power
Thu, May 23, 2024
An award-winning play that tackles the influence great writers have on who and how their scripts are staged will be performed in the Town Hall Theatre on Tuesday, June 11.
Read more ...Trad legends Shaskeen blend old tunes with fresh twists
Thu, May 23, 2024
Traditional Irish music stalwarts Shaskeen will play the Town Hall Theatre on Thursday, May 30.
Read more ...Alt folk from Cork via New York for Arts Festival
Thu, May 23, 2024
Recently announced as the support act for James Blunt in Ireland, Darren Kiely is set to bring his brand of folk-infused pop to Monroe’s Live on Tuesday, July 23, as part of this year’s Galway International Arts Festival.
Read more ...EYE Cinema to show Europa and Champions League finals
Thu, May 16, 2024
Remaining tickets are now difficult to get for the Europa League final taking place in the Aviva Stadium, so the second best venue is the EYE Cinema in Galway. Sit back and relax in the comfort of your favourite local cinema - and get ready to enjoy Atalanta vs Bayer Leverkusen kicking off at 8pm on Wednesday 22nd May.
Read more ...Monroe's reveals line-up for GIAF 2024
Thu, May 16, 2024
On Wednesday, July 17 at 8pm, the Fun Lovin’ Criminals will take to the stage with their blend of hip-hop, rock n’ roll, blues-jazz, and Latin-soul. The band burst onto the scene in 1996 with the worldwide multi-platinum debut album Come Find Yourself and their single ‘Scooby Snacks’ became an international hit.
Read more ...The sound of Motown with Grand Soul Station at Monroe's
Thu, May 16, 2024
Led by vocal powerhouse Barbara Vulso, Grand Soul Station are a collection of multi-talented instrumentalists.
Read more ...Chief Keegan bring new funkadelic album to Monroe's Live
Thu, May 16, 2024
In a major milestone for the group, they recently signed a publishing deal in the US with Brian Brinkerhoff of Singular Recordings. It’s the next chapter for the talented band, whose funkadelic fusion is laden with old school groove, blues, and soul with a modern twist.
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