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

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

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