What's up Groevers?!? Groev are back today with another new Summer anthem! If there's one thing we've learned about Galway's own Groev over the last year, it's that this self-proclaimed "drinking band with a music problem" knows exactly how to put together a catchy, successful and meaningful tune. Dropping today, August 21st, their brand new single 'Life With you (By My Side)' is the latest milestone in a steady streak of hits. Since bursting onto the scene with their debu

Irish indie-folk outfit Groev are back and ready to capture hearts once again with their brand-new single, "Kettle for Tea," out today June 26th. The band has been on a remarkable upward trajectory following the success of previous releases like "Right Back to You", "Tara Grove", and their emotionally charged debut single "Ben & Jerry's". Now, they are adding to that impressive catalog with a brand-new track beautifully recorded at the iconic Windmill Lane Recording Studio.

If there was any doubt about Jamie McIntyre’s soaring trajectory, the queues snaking outside Monroe's long before doors opened will tell you exactly how popular this young singer-songwriter is. Playing on his home turf as part of the Galway Folk Festival yesterday, the Galway native completely took over the venue. Performing to nearly 1,000 fans across two back-to-back shows, Jamie proved exactly why he has been selling out headline tours across the country and packing out le

Clonmel’s boutique festival truly hit its stride for its 2026 edition. Set against the picturesque backdrop of Raheen House in Clonmel, the 5th instalment of the When Next We Meet festival marked a major milestone for the independent Tipperary event. This year, the festival became a three-day coming together. Known for its intimate atmosphere and meticulously curated lineups, the festival's walled gardens provided a unique setting that seamlessly hosted fast-rising domestic a

The 6 God Triples Down: Drake Surprise-Drops ‘Iceman’, ‘Habibti’, and ‘Maid of Honour’ The wait for Drakes newest release is over, and it brought an absolute avalanche of new music. After nearly a year of immersive teasers, cryptic stunts, and rampant speculation, Drake has finally unleashed his highly anticipated project, Iceman. But in true Drizzy fashion, he didn't stop there. On Friday, May 15, the Canadian rap titan shocked the industry by simultaneously dropping three

Dublin-based cinematic pop-rock artist ARREN has just dropped his propulsive new single, "Thinking About July," out today. Having covered many of ARREN’s releases over the years, and after attending his phenomenal capacity-crowd headline show at Little Whelan's last year, I’ve been continually listening to his music. He has built a steadfast reputation as a relentlessly positive and confident frontman who writes what I would describe as deeply human songs about love, loss, an

In an announcement that has sent their fans into a frenzy, Picture This have officially confirmed a sprawling 16-date tour of Ireland for November and December 2026. The Athy boys are hiting the road again as they play shows in 8 Irish venues. The inspiration for the tour came from a series of smaller shows the band played last year. In a statement released with the announcement, the band explained their decision to scale down the venue size: "We spent last summer playing c

There’s a fresh, captivating sound emerging from Cork, and it belongs to 18-year-old singer-songwriter Solène Laurence. Her debut EP, 17 Tall , which just dropped this past Friday, is a stunning introduction to an artist who I have only recently discovered and who is another example of Irelands exciting musical future. To put it simply up front: this EP is a gorgeously raw, emotional listen by a vocal talent that will genuinely stop you dead in your tracks. This was actually

Ireland’s premier music and arts festival just got even bigger. Today, Electric Picnic organizers revealed a massive wave of 42 new acts joining the already stacked 2026 lineup. With 80,000+ eager fans set to descend upon the 600-acre Stradbally Estate in County Laois from August 28th to 30th, the sold-out festival is gearing up for an unforgettable weekend. Leading today’s announcement is the highly anticipated return of acclaimed British rockers Wolf Alice, alongside viral

After a massive debut as a one-day event last year, Heatwave returns to the RSC this summer, doubling down with an expanded two-day lineup on Friday, July 24th, and Saturday, July 25th. The move to a two-day format reflects the festival's growth into a not-to-be-missed event in the regions Summer calendar. Produced in association with MPI Artists and 360 Events , Heatwave is aslo keeping its all-ages policy, making it one of the few large-scale stadium events in the region

The Scratch have announced a massive headline show at Dolan’s Big Top as part of their 2026 "Pull Like A Dog" World Tour. Fresh off the release of their highly anticipated new album Pull Like A Dog (released March 6 via Sony Music Ireland), the four-piece are set to bring their high-octane, acoustic-metal energy back to the Treaty City for a massive show. Event Details Venue: Live at the Big Top (The Milk Market), Limerick Date: Friday, October 2, 2026 Doors: 7:00 PM Ag

The legendary Tom Jones is set to make a triumphant return to Ireland this summer, headlining a spectacular outdoor show at the newly announced Live at Palmerstown House series in Co. Kildare. The "It’s Not Unusual" singer will take to the stage in the idyllic grounds of the Palmerstown House Estate on Sunday, August 9, 2026 . Located just 20 minutes from Dublin City Centre, the venue is launching as a premier international concert destination this year, with Sir Tom's perfo