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New Irish music initiative praised by President Higgins

A new initiative to promote Irish artists and bands has been announced this week with the Irish President hailing it as a hugely important and genuinely historic new initiative in Irish radio. Irish Music Month, launched in partnership with Hot ...

15 Sept 2021 at 13:49

National News

Daniel O'Donnell pays heartfelt tribute to his close friend and manager following passing

Daniel O'Donnell has shared the sad news that his close friend and manager Kieran Cavanagh has passed away. Country music superstar Daniel took to his Facebook Page to announce the death of one of Ireland's top showbiz promoters who passed ...

30 Jan 2024 at 19:43

Arts & Entertainment

In PICTURES: Trad still blooms in 50th year at the heights of Laois

Camross Comhaltas Céilí celebrated their 50th Anniversary on Sunday, September 24 in Camross Hall with special guests the wonderful The Shandrum Céilí Band! Photographer Alf Harvey was there in the heart of the Slieve Bloom Mountains for ...

28 Sept 2023 at 21:52

Arts & Entertainment

'I think I'm still in shock' - Irish singer surpasses Beyoncé to number one album spot

A Cork musician is celebrating after hitting the number one spot in the Irish albums chart. According to the Irish Recorded Music Association (IRMA), singer Lyra's debut album of the same name has reached the top of the chart for the ...

22 Apr 2024 at 11:04

Arts & Entertainment

WATCH: TG4 Irish traditional music series Geantraí returns in 2024

TG4 FAMOUS Irish traditional music series Geantraí returns in the New Year with episodes airing from Timoleague in West Cork to Dunkineely in Donegal, across to Ballisodare, County Sligo and to the village of Hollywood in Wicklow, ...

21 Dec 2023 at 11:55

National News

'Mixed emotions' for Aslan as they unveil tour and new frontman to replace late Christy Dignam

Legendary Irish band Aslan has welcomed a new singer as they prepare for their first tour since the death of frontman Christy Dignam. Dubliner Lee Tompkins will replace the late Dignam who passed away last summer following a long ...

02 Feb 2024 at 18:53

Arts & Entertainment

Irish band The Script debuts two new members a year after death of guitarist Mark

Irish band The Script has debuted two new members over a year after the death of their guitarist, Mark Sheehan. Sheehan - who co-founded the band with frontman Danny O'Donoghue - died in April 2023 at the age of 46 following a ...

10 May 2024 at 08:51

Arts & Entertainment

Are you Ireland’s next country music star? Auditions for Glór Tíre now open

Auditions are now open for a popular Irish country music series. TG4's Glór Tíre - which celebrates its 20th year on air in 2024 - is inviting Ireland's new and emerging country and Irish singers to audition to take part. ...

03 Jul 2023 at 10:03

Arts & Entertainment

Irish band Fontaines D.C. nominated for two Grammy Awards

The Dublin band Fontaines D.C. have been nominated for two Grammy Awards. The Irish rockers have been nominated for Best Rock Album for their fourth album Romance, as well as Best Alternative Music Performance for the ...

08 Nov 2024 at 19:06

Arts & Entertainment

PICTURES: Premier screening of Portlaoise Tradfest documentary in Dunamaise Arts Centre

USE THE ARROWS OR 'NEXT' TO BROWSE THROUGH THE FULL GALLERY Dunamaise Arts Centre hosted the first ever screening of the Portlaoise Tradfest documentary on Saturday, 9 November. This year, the Portlaoise Tradfest ...

15 Nov 2024 at 21:52

Arts & Entertainment

The Mary Wallopers star departs Irish band after 'almost ten years of hoorin and drinkin'

One of the original three members of popular Irish folk music group The Mary Wallopers has departed the band, it has been announced. The Dundalk group, which originally consisted of brothers Charles and Andrew ...

04 Mar 2025 at 12:23

Arts & Entertainment

Portlaoise TradFest announce renowned Irish trad group as opening headliners

Portlaoise TradFest, in partnership with the Dunamaise Arts Centre have announced Dervish as this year’s Friday night headline act. Kicking off the festival on May 2, Dervish will take to the stage at the ...

25 Feb 2025 at 18:53

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