Linenhall host World Fleadh concerts

Fri, Jul 31, 2009

The World Fleadh, one of Ireland's biggest music festivals, comes to Castlebar from July 31 to August 8, with a fantastic selection of top Irish traditional, folk, Celtic, and country music acts. The Linenhall Arts Centre is playing host to a number of these prestigious concerts over the August Bank Holiday weekend (booking for these events is through the Linenhall Arts Centre on 094 902 3733).

LaMontagne in Mayo

Fri, Jul 31, 2009

One of the most distinctive voices in music, lauded singer/songwriter, and BRIT Award nominee, Ray LaMontagne released his much-anticipated third album, Gossip In The Grain, last October to great appraisal, and with hit songs and “You are the Best Thing” it is easy to see why. His slightly addictive “Trouble” leaves us wanting more. Now this music star will play at the TF Royal Theatre, Castlebar, on September 6.

American Wrestling Rampage comes to the west

Fri, Jul 31, 2009

Castlebar welcomes the American Wrestling Rampage (AWR) tour in August. This will delight both young and older fans with a chance to see some of the best competitors in the wrestling circuit show off their talents in the Royal Theatre arena.

Legends of Rock concert in Westport

Fri, Jul 31, 2009

During the Gaelforce West adventure sports weekend which takes place in August, live music promoters Legends of Rock Ireland Ltd will put on a show in the grounds of Westport House.

Headlining the concert are tribute bands Bon Giovi and the Ded Hot Chili Peppers, performing the hits of two of the world’s most iconic rock bands, Bon Jovi and the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Both bands are regarded as Europe's premier tribute acts and are guaranteed to deliver a night of great rock and entertainment.

Martina McBride live in Castlebar

Fri, Jul 31, 2009

Such is life these days for Martina McBride the producer, artist, and writer. Despite racking up 16 million in sales, 22 top 10 singles — including six number ones with crossover success in multiple genres — numerous CMA and ACM awards and a slew of national television appearances in her illustrious 15-year career, Martina continues to scale new artistic heights. Many performers might hesitate to tinker with such success, but not this one.

Irish music sensation in Castlebar

Fri, Jul 31, 2009

Mary Black returns to the Royal Theatre Castlebar for one night only on Tuesday August 4 as part of the World Fleadh Festival.

Irish music sensation in Castlebar

Fri, Jul 31, 2009

Mary Black returns to the Royal Theatre Castlebar for one night only on Tuesday August 4 as part of the World Fleadh Festival.

Castlebar gets ready for World Fleadh

Fri, Jul 24, 2009

Castlebar and Mayo look forward to a Summer of Music as The World Fleadh Kicks off on Friday July 31 2009 and runs to Saturday August 8. With a host of venues including The Royal Theatre, Linenhall Theatre, The Welcome Inn Hotel, GMIT and many bars around the town this Fleadh is sure to draw the crowds. Féile in the Mall on Saturday August 1 is sure to bring out families and friends to enjoy the festival atmosphere that Castlebar has longed for. A full programme details are available on The World Fleadh website: www.theworldfleadh.com, along with ticketing information, including links to Ticketmaster and host venue sites.

Catch a great late night show with Sharon Shannon and friends

Fri, Jul 24, 2009

The Royal Castlebar will welcome back a host of Ireland’s best loved performers for a late concert on Bank Holiday Saturday August 1 including Sharon Shannon, Damien Dempsey, Dessie O’Halloran, and Shane McGowan.

World Fleadh comes to the Linenhall

Fri, Jul 24, 2009

The World Fleadh, one of Ireland's biggest music festivals, comes to Castlebar from July 31 to August 8, with a fantastic selection of top Irish traditional, folk Celtic and country music acts. The Linenhall Arts Centre in Castlebar is delighted to host a number of these prestigious concerts over the August Bank Holiday weekend:

Finish off your bank holiday weekend with Moving Hearts

Fri, Jul 24, 2009

“Unfinished business,” was the reply given by Noel Eccles when asked why Moving Hearts were reforming. “When we last played in Ireland, the UK and at some European festivals in 1987, it was as an instrumental band and we always felt that we hadn’t finished exploring the possibilities of our unique line-up,” he said. Many people in Ireland were happy to see Moving Hearts back together as an instrumental band and duly filled Dublin’s Vicar Street for four successive nights in February 2007.

Roscommon Castle playing host to Expanded Music and Cultural Festival

Fri, Jul 24, 2009

At the end of August, Roscommon town will host the best of Irish and international music and culture as part of an expanded Cruinniú sa Chaisleán festival event to take place in the intimate surrounds of Roscommon Castle as part of National Heritage Week in Ireland. The two-day event will feature legendary singer songwriter Paul Brady, renowned Irish musicians Matt Molloy, John Carty and Arty McGlynn as well as the Celtic Tenors, Bands of the Defence Forces School of Music and Arcana Drum Corps, who are all confirmed for the two day event to take place on 29th and 30th August.

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