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Month: May 2016

THE STATICS (Single Launch)

THE STATICS

“Say” Single Launch plus support _ Main Venue _ The Statics have been away recording their debut album, which was recorded live to ensure capturing the raw energetic sound which their brand new album is drenched in.

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THE WEDDING PRESENT

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THE WEDDING PRESENT

Going, Going… Tour plus support

SEPTEMBER GIRLS

_ Main Venue _

‘Going, Going…’ will be the title of the next Wedding Present album. It will be released by Scopitones on 2 September 2016. But [in oh, so typical, Wedding Present style] it will not be merely an album!

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LIVE FROM THE WINDOW w/ THE DUBLIN BLUES CARTEL

Free Entry 2016 Whelanslive.com presents

THE DUBLIN BLUES CARTEL

– PLAY THE FRONT BAR – Facebook event 10:30pm – FREE ENTRY Dublin Blues Cartel formed a year and half ago, after a long association. They began playing every Monday in the Leeson Lounge, playing mostly a version of New Orleans R’n’B with a classic rock twist, sandwiched with swing, Rock’n’Roll, Soul, Funk, Blues and rap of all eras.

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LIVE FROM THE WINDOW w/ SKINNY ELVIS

Free Entry 2016 Live from the Window at Whelan’s

SKINNY ELVIS

– PLAY THE FRONT BAR – 10:30pm – FREE before 10pm Irish Rockabilly Band, delving into Swamp Boogie, Delta Punk & Voodoo. ‘Twang with a Bang!’

AFTER THE GIG

Whelan’s Indie Club w/ Late Bar from 10:30pm or check out the bands playing The Midnight Hour in the upstairs venue – Free Entry via front door until 10:30pm | Drinks Promos

SAOIRSE

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SAOIRSE

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SAOIRSE vibrant,dynamic,celtic music. This multi award winning group are based in Melbourne, Australia and have been performing at major festival and functions throughout Australia for 10 years. An invitation to play at Festival Interceltique de Lorient 2016 in France prompted their first European tour and where better to start than Ireland.They play a mix of traditional and contemporary work including original pieces and are renowned for their soaring harmonies and powerful instrumentals. They will get your hands clapping and feet tapping and your heart pumping! In Dublin for one night only.

TICKETS

€15 available online from WAV Tickets or Lo-Call 1890 200 078 (1-8pm M-F, 4-8pm Sat) – 50c per ticket service charge applies on phone, internet or creditcard bookings. Final ticket price may be higher from other outlets. Strictly over 18′s, I.D. may be required

AFTER THE GIG

Whelan’s Indie DJ in the bar and Sonntags [Disco/House/Funk] upstairs from 11pm til late (Free Entry).

KEYWEST

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KEYWEST

plus support NEON WOLF _ Main Venue _ Ahead of their new single ‘This Summer’, Ireland’s biggest independent band announce a Dublin show at Whelans, July 6th – tickets will go on sale this Friday at 10am from usual outlets and online from Ticketmaster and WAV

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HALEY REINHART

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POSTPONED TIL JUN 5th 2017

ORIGINAL TICKETS STILL VALID

OR REFUNDS FROM POINT OF SALE

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Statement from the artist: Important News about European Tour Hey guys, I’ve got some really important news regarding my upcoming European tour – It will actually be postponed to next spring. Now most of the shows will be at the same venues & for the ones that could not be rescheduled – my sincerest apologies, you’ll be refunded, & I really do hope that we will meet in the near future. There IS some really exciting news on the horizon & what I can share with you right now is I’m getting back in the studio and cranking out new tunes for you guys, so when I do come back in the spring, I’ll have even more new music for ya’s! Thank you for being the best fans in the universe & understanding what a crazy and wild ride this has been! Until next time, I’m sending lots of peace & love to you all, mwuah! New dates: 24-May Warsaw, Poland 25-May Berlin, Germany 26-May Amsterdam, Holland 27-May Zurich, Switzerland 29-May Paris, France 30-May London, UK 31-May Birmingham, UK 2-Jun Manchester, UK 3-Jun Glasgow, UK 5-Jun Dublin, Ireland Ticket links coming soon! — — — — — Aiken Promotions present

HALEY REINHART

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_ Main Venue _

Haley Reinhart, 25, is a singer/songwriter who released her debut album, Listen Up!, in 2012 on Interscope Records and 19 Recordings. The record garnered significant critical acclaim, debuting at #17 on the Billboard 200 chart. Her new EP, Better, will be released in 2016 via ole and red dot.

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I HEART PRINCE

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I HEART PRINCE

featuring TBC _ Main Venue _ Friends of Whelan’s performing some of Prince’s best-loved classics…. On the 21st April 2016 the world lost one of it’s greatest and most inspirational musicians. On the 6th of June friends of whelans backed by an incredible houseband will pay tribute to the Songwriter, Singer, Multi Instrumentalist and Pop Icon. In honour of one of the greatest artists of the past 30 plus years we are gonna have one heck of a party. At the stroke of midnight we will be celebrating what would have been Prince Rogers Nelson’s 58th birthday. As always at the Whelan’s ‘I HEART’events we have plenty of surprises in store for you. Stay tuned Tickets are €15 and available from whelanslive.com and all proceeds will go to the Dublin Simon Community. via GIPHY

TICKETS

€15* available online from WAV Tickets or Lo-Call 1890 200 078 (1-8pm M-F, 4-8pm Sat) *all proceeds go to the Simon Community – 50c per ticket service charge applies on phone, internet or creditcard bookings. Final ticket price may be higher from other outlets. Strictly over 18′s, I.D. may be required

AFTER THE GIG

Whelan’s Indie DJ w/ Late Bar.

SONG CYCLE

Free Entry 2016 Whelanslive.com presents SONG CYCLE w/

TBC

– WHELAN’S BAR – 8:30pm – FREE ENTRY Well into it’s third year, Whelans Singer songwriter night ‘Song Cycle’ continues to offer a platform for local and non local acts to experiment, sing and share in the friendly informal setting of Whelan’s front window.

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SONG CYCLE

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TBC

– WHELAN’S BAR – 8:30pm – FREE ENTRY Well into it’s third year, Whelans Singer songwriter night ‘Song Cycle’ continues to offer a platform for local and non local acts to experiment, sing and share in the friendly informal setting of Whelan’s front window.

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SONG CYCLE

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TBC

– WHELAN’S BAR – 8:30pm – FREE ENTRY Well into it’s third year, Whelans Singer songwriter night ‘Song Cycle’ continues to offer a platform for local and non local acts to experiment, sing and share in the friendly informal setting of Whelan’s front window.

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SONG CYCLE

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TBC

– WHELAN’S BAR – 8:30pm – FREE ENTRY Well into it’s third year, Whelans Singer songwriter night ‘Song Cycle’ continues to offer a platform for local and non local acts to experiment, sing and share in the friendly informal setting of Whelan’s front window.

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TRICK MIST + VIDEO BLUE

TRICK MIST

VIDEO BLUE

(Split 7” Tour)

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PARTICIPANT

^ Upstairs ^

Trick Mist and Video Blue are the solo projects of UK-based Gavin Murray and Jim O’Donoghue Martin, respectively. The two have spent over a decade making music together.

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JANE SIBERRY

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JANE SIBERRY

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RUTH

_ Main Venue _

Iconic and enigmatic; Jane Siberry is one of the world’s most unique and gifted singer/songwriters. Blessed with a sincere integrity and emotional depth, her work has spanned 3 decades, with the release of 14 studio albums and performances on concert stages around the world.

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THE TAPESTRY + THE TEMPS

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THE TAPESTRY

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THE TEMPS

^ Upstairs ^

Tickets *€10 incl. booking fee are now on sale from the WAV box office. A no nonsense, in your face, straight up, top class live outfit from Manchester. No matter what your taste is this band is undeniably music as music should be…ACE!

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KING KONG CLUB – SEMI FINAL

Free Entry 2016 The Home of Enthusiasm returns for Season 11!

KING KONG CLUB

SEMI FINAL featuring

Backlash Karpathia The Felonies Motion Control Niki and The Heart Vandals Jester Powder House Twisted Foxes Late Train

_ Main Venue _ Facebook event   The Home of Enthusiasm returns for another semi-final!

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NICK KELLY

NICK KELLY: SONGBOOK

_ Main Venue _ Irish songwriting legend Nick Kelly performs favourites from THE FAT LADY SINGS, ALIEN ENVOY and his award-winning solo career. Voted Ireland’s #3 Best Songwriter (after Hozier and Damien Rice) in this year’s Hot Press Reader’s Poll

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SONG CYCLE

Free Entry 2016 Whelanslive.com presents SONG CYCLE w/

TBC

– WHELAN’S BAR – 8:30pm – FREE ENTRY Well into it’s third year, Whelans Singer songwriter night ‘Song Cycle’ continues to offer a platform for local and non local acts to experiment, sing and share in the friendly informal setting of Whelan’s front window.

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PETE CUMMINS AT 70

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PETE CUMMINS AT 70

w/ FLEADH COWBOYS plus support _ Main Venue _ Singer songwriter Pete Cummins has been playing music since 1964 when he formed his first beat group, The Circle with school friends. In 1968 He joined Granny’s Intentions, the Limerick band who were really successful in Ireland

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MANNIX FLYNN

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MANNIX FLYNN

plus support PAPA RUA & CHARLIE LAWLOR _ Main Venue _ Mannix Flynn are returning. This time its the main stage in Whelans with new sounds and old favorites. With great support from Papa Rua and Charlie Lawlor!

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BRAVE GIANT – EXTRA DATE

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EXTRA DATE

BRAVE GIANT

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In December 2011, Guitarists and Vocalists Mark Prunty and Podge Gill formed a band called Dutch Courage, their first gig was in their local bar, Dillon’s Bar, at their friends 21st birthday.

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FUNERAL SUITS

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THIS GIG HAS BEEN CANCELLED

REFUNDS FROM POINT OF SALE

SORRY FOR AN INCONVENIENCE CAUSED

“We are very sorry to announce that we have to cancel our upcoming shows in Dublin, London and Asolo due to unforeseen circumstances. All tickets can be refunded from the point of purchase.” – The Funeral Suits

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MCD.ie presents

FUNERAL SUITS

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_ Main Venue _

Irish alternative-rock band Funeral Suits break their silence with the release of a brand new track – “Tree Of Life” – their first new music since the release of their debut album “Lily Of The Valley” almost four years ago.

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LIVE FROM THE WINDOW w/ GRAND

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GRAND

– PLAY THE FRONT BAR – 10:30pm – FREE ENTRY before 10:30pm Our next Adventure in the series of “Grand & The Big Smoke” takes us to one of the best live venues in Dublin, Whelans “Midnight Hour Sessions” always gaurantee a cracker night so it’s safe to say that we’re really buzzin’ for this one!

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LIVE FROM THE WINDOW w/ MURDER MURDER

Free Entry 2016 Live from the Window at Whelan’s

MURDER MURDER

– PLAY THE FRONT BAR – 10:30pm – FREE ENTRY before 10:30pm Murder Murder is a Bloodgrass band (Bluegrass + Outlaw Country + Exclusively Murder Ballads) hailing from the frozen forests of the Ontario Northland. Their tales of death are filled with life by the kick of the suitcase, saw of the fiddle, and roll of the banjo.

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LEO STANNARD

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LEO STANNARD

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AARON ROWE

^ Upstairs ^

Leo Stannard will play a headline show upstairs in Whelans on Saturday 9th of July as part of an Irish Summer tour with special guest Aaron Rowe, tickets are available from €13 includes booking fee. Available now from Ticketmaster.ie and outlets Nationwide. Leicester’s Leo Stannard ended 2015 with support from Radio X and Lauren Laverne (BBC 6music) plus two sold out UK headline shows and a European tour supporting platinum selling dance-act Rudimental. He has gathered over 700,000 monthly Spotify listeners, with the acoustic version of ‘Lost’ receiving over 500,000 plays. Leo released his new single ‘Lost’ from his Free Rein EP this year. Written by Leo and mixed by Grammy Award winning Anthony Kilhoffer (Kanye West, Rihanna, The Roots), ‘Lost’ showcases Leo’s unique performance style and is a taste of what’s to come in 2016. Opening with Leo’s percussive playing technique and building into an anthemic chorus, his distinct vocals soar over the infectious, rhythmic base of the track. The track is a personal one for Leo, as he describes; “Lost came about after I confronted one of my closest friends about their lack of direction in life. It was a time when we’re all making decisions about university, work and what to do next – and this friend of mine had so much to offer but was far too easily influenced by others which was heartbreaking to see” Tickets for Leo Stannard upstairs at Whelans, July 9th on sale now from Ticketmaster.ie

TICKETS

€13 available online from WAV Tickets or Lo-Call 1890 200 078 (1-8pm M-F, 4-8pm Sat)

– 50c per ticket service charge applies on phone, internet or creditcard bookings. Final ticket price may be higher from other outlets.

Strictly over 18’s, I.D. may be required.

AFTER THE GIG

Whelan’s Indie Club w/ Late Bar from 10:30pm or check out the bands playing The Midnight Hour in the upstairs venue – Free Entry via front door until 10:30pm | Drinks Promos

SONG CYCLE

Free Entry 2016 Whelanslive.com presents SONG CYCLE w/

TBC

plus special guests – WHELAN’S BAR – 8:30pm – FREE ENTRY Well into it’s third year, Whelans Singer songwriter night ‘Song Cycle’ continues to offer a platform for local and non local acts to experiment, sing and share in the friendly informal setting of Whelan’s front window.

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DANIEL SLOSS – SO?

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DANIEL SLOSS – SO?

plus support _ Main Venue _ 25 year-old Scottish award-winning comedian Daniel Sloss started writing and performing stand-up aged 16, has sold out all 8 of his previous Edinburgh Fringe seasons and, since last August, has toured 80 dates throughout the UK and 16 European countries as well as made his New York solo debut… SO?…. what else is new…? An endearingly unabashed blend of arrogance, awkwardness and self-effacing anecdotes delivered with precision timing, perfectly-placed silence and the unfettered confidence… Nothing is off limits… Sloss skilfully weaves sensitive subject matter into a hilarious tapestry of politically incorrect and sexually inappropriate zingers… his humour intelligently and ironically calling out the hypocrisy of human nature.’ **** (Herald Sun, Melbourne) Hot on the heels of the world-wide tour of his 2015 smash-hit show DARK, Scotland’s internationally acclaimed and multiaward- winning stand-up premieres his new show DANIEL SLOSS: SO? at the EICC for the 2016 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. ‘Brilliantly dark… Sloss in razor-sharp form’ (Sunday Times, UK) Daniel Sloss: DARK was a hugely successful show, with a sold-out 2015 Fringe season at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre, (playing to 10,000+ people, his fifth consecutive year of achieving such remarkable audience numbers) and a subsequent 80 date tour throughout the UK and in 16 countries across Europe. ‘Dirty, sweet and clever’ (New York Times) In 2016 DARK returned to London’s Soho Theatre for a week before transferring to New York in February for a season in the Soho Playhouse which saw Daniel featured on the front page of the New York Times Arts section. He also made his fifth appearance on US TV’s Conan and sold out more shows in Los Angeles. He then toured for 2 months to Australasia’s premiere comedy festivals, with debuts at both Melbourne and New Zealand plus welcome returns to Sydney and Perth. ‘Sloss is a festival highlight. See him’ ****½ (The Age, Melbourne) Daniel co-created and stars in online sitcom M.U.F.F and his TV appearances include Conan (6 times), 2016 Melbourne Comedy Festival Oxfam gala, The Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson, Sunday Night at Palladium, John Bishop Show, Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, Russell Howard’s Good News, Paul O’Grady Show (Daniel’s TV debut aged 18). He starred in his own BBC show aged 19 Adventures Of Daniel and, still aged just 20, gave a Tedx Talk and released his debut DVD Daniel Sloss: Live! for 2Entertain. ‘Makes Inglorious Bastards seem like Best Exotic Marigold Hotel’ (Bruce Dessau, on M.U.F.F) In August 2008, aged just 17, Daniel became one of the youngest-ever finalists in the UK’s premiere comedy competition So You Think You’re Funny? as well as performing on a double-bill show at his first Edinburgh fringe, Life in 2D. Since then he has brought a new solo show to the fringe every year – and sold it out. His first hour-long show, Teenage Kicks, premiered in 2009, sold every seat and transferred to London for his debut at the prestigious Soho Theatre, making him the youngest-ever stand-up to perform solo both at the theatre and in the West End. In 2010 & 2011 his shows My Generation and The Joker were both smash-hits, each selling out full runs in 400 seat venues. The Joker subsequently played to great acclaim across the UK in a 50 date tour produced by Live Nation after they took him on as their youngest solo comedy client. His 2012 The Show and 2013‘s Stand-Up each sold out their full festival runs at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC), with subsequent 50+ date tours all over the UK. In 2014 Really…?! did the same, and in addition to touring the UK going on to play across 16 countries in Europe and in the spring of 2015, throughout Australia as well. ‘Funny, intelligent and charming’ *****(Edinburgh Evening News, UK) Daniel tours extensively each year throughout the UK, Australia, USA and Europe, has his solo shows featured at Montreal’s Just For Laughs comedy festival (aged 21 in 2012 and again in 2016), performed in Hyde Park for Barclaycard’s British Summertime Festival in 2015 and as well as his annual Edinburgh seasons (where he premieres his latest show), regularly appears at a host of international arts, comedy and music festivals including Leeds, Reading, Glastonbury, Latitude and Altitude (Comedy/snowboarding in Austrian alps).

TICKETS

€18 available online from WAV Tickets or Lo-Call 1890 200 078 (1-8pm M-F, 4-8pm Sat) – 50c per ticket service charge applies on phone, internet or credit card bookings. Final ticket price may be higher from other outlets. Strictly over 18′s, I.D. may be required

AFTER THE GIG

Indie & Alternative Dance Party | Drinks Promos | 11pm til 3am or check out the bands playing The Midnight Hour in the upstairs venue – Free Entry via front door until 10:30pm

JOSIENNE CLARKE & BEN WALKER

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ON SALE THUR 12th MAY, 9AM

Aiken Promotions presents

JOSIENNE CLARKE & BEN WALKER

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^ Upstairs ^

Josienne Clarke and Ben Walker – BBC Radio 2 Folk Award Winners 2015 – Best Duo Praise for new album ‘Nothing Can Bring Back The Hour’: ‘A bold success’The Telegraph

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WHITE DENIM

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ON SALE FRI 13th MAY, 9AM

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WHITE DENIM

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WYVERN LINGO

_ Main Venue _

Three years on from their critically acclaimed “barbeque” record Corsicana Lemonade, White Denim are back with more than just a new album to commemorate. Their sixth record, Stiff – out 25 March 2016

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MIDNIGHT HOUR w/ TIGWARA

featuring –

TIGWARA

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JESTER

Upstairs@Whelan’s from Midnight. Doors: 11:30pm Sign up for guest list HERE Whelanslive.com is proud to bring you The Midnight Hour. Showcasing the best new talent in Ireland.

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RACKHOUSE PILFER

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RACKHOUSE PILFER

with special guests MONGREL STATE _ Main Venue _ Facebook event RACKHOUSE PILFER are a fiery & exciting Irish-Americana & Alt-Country Band from Sligo RACKHOUSE PILFER, formed by a fireside session in McGarrigles in Sligo, have become a Festival favourite across Europe, UK & Ireland.

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POP THE CHERRY COMEDY

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POP THE CHERRY COMEDY

Every Monday Upstairs at Whelan’s featuring

Martin Angolo Eve Darcy Brian O’Toole Joe Whelan Seán Browne Darren Hastings Steven Fitzgerald with DJ Atkinson as MC.

^ Upstairs ^ Facebook event Pop the Cherry Comedy bring you a truly electric night in Whelan’s every Monday – This is stand-up comedy brought to you by young, new and emerging talent on the Irish comedy scene.

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POP THE CHERRY COMEDY

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POP THE CHERRY COMEDY

Every Monday Upstairs at Whelan’s featuring

Shane Hughes Peter Flanagan Gareth Lyons Rhonda Rana Gareth Leech Matty Moore Sam Monaghan with Niall Farrell as MC.

^ Upstairs ^ Facebook event Pop the Cherry Comedy bring you a truly electric night in Whelan’s every Monday – This is stand-up comedy brought to you by young, new and emerging talent on the Irish comedy scene.

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POP THE CHERRY COMEDY

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POP THE CHERRY COMEDY

Every Monday Upstairs at Whelan’s featuring

TBC

^ Upstairs ^ Facebook event Pop the Cherry Comedy bring you a truly electric night in Whelan’s every Monday – This is stand-up comedy brought to you by young, new and emerging talent on the Irish comedy scene.

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POP THE CHERRY COMEDY

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POP THE CHERRY COMEDY

Every Monday Upstairs at Whelan’s featuring

Ronan Grace Gary White Fiona Frawley Brian Morton Evan Bergin Emily O’Callaghan Alan Barnett with Duane Doogan as MC.

^ Upstairs ^ Facebook event Pop the Cherry Comedy bring you a truly electric night in Whelan’s every Monday – This is stand-up comedy brought to you by young, new and emerging talent on the Irish comedy scene.

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POP THE CHERRY COMEDY

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POP THE CHERRY COMEDY

Every Monday Upstairs at Whelan’s featuring

Andrew Stanley Cormac McGuinness NIall Farrell Mags McHugh Eoin Kenny Seán Browne Conor Miley with DJ Atkinson as MC.

^ Upstairs ^ Facebook event Pop the Cherry Comedy bring you a truly electric night in Whelan’s every Monday – This is stand-up comedy brought to you by young, new and emerging talent on the Irish comedy scene.

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MIDNIGHT HOUR w/ STRENGTH

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STRENGTH

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GARY LONERGAN

Upstairs@Whelan’s from Midnight. Doors: 11:30pm Sign up for guest list HERE Whelanslive.com is proud to bring you The Midnight Hour. Showcasing the best new talent in Ireland.

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THE SOUTHERN FOLD, THE MARIANNES & MOONLOOKSON

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THE SOUTHERN FOLD THE MARIANNES

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MOONLOOKSON

^ Upstairs ^

 

THE SOUTHERN FOLD

http://www.breakingtunes.com/thesouthernfold https://www.reverbnation.com/thesouthernfold http://www.twitter.com/thesouthernfold http://www.facebook.com/thesouthernfold The Southern Fold was formed by Kilkenny native Emlyn Holden in 2014 to record and perform a number of self penned songs in the alt folk /blues vein.

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RYAN CAHILL

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RYAN CAHILL

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After picking up Guitar at the age of 21, Ryan began writing songs as fast as he could while never letting go of his precious new limb. A hobby quickly became an obsession.

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BARQ (Single Launch)

BARQ

‘THAT THING YOU LOVE’ LAUNCH PARTY

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^ Upstairs ^

BARQ are a high energy 4-piece, fronted by acclaimed vocalist Jess Kav.

Jess had a great 2015 as a successful session-vocalist. Highlights included playing with Lethal Dialect, Le Galaxie, Kodaline and Jape. After years of making a name for herself, BARQ is Jess Kav’s debut fronting an original project.

Alongside Jess, BARQ consists of some of Ireland’s finest musicians; Stephen McHale (Lethal Dialect, Loah, Róisín O), Tommy Gray (Monster Monster, Zaska) and Neil Dorrington (Ryan Sheridan, Damien Dempsey).

In March 2016 BARQ released their debut single “Gentle Kind of Lies” to critical acclaim and a surge of media attention. The track was picked up Spotify’s new music playlist in both the UK and Brazil, as well as being included on IASCA’s playirish USA, and two of Goldenplec’s Goldenstereo playlists.

BARQ have now been confirmed for a number of the leading festivals around the country including; Longitude, Indiependence, Groove, Body + Soul, Canalaphonic, Bray Jazz, Carlow Arts Festival, with more to be announced soon.

Following on from this success BARQ are having a launch party for their second single “That Thing You Love” upstairs in Whelan’s on May 29th.

The single was recorded by Alwyn Walker at Westland Studios, mixed by Scott Halliday at Orphan Recording and mastered by Grammy-Nominated, Andrei Eremin (Hiatus Kaiyote, Chet Faker, Miami Horror).

“The tightness of a thoroughly experienced live band is heard in the production, and the song has a sound reminiscent of Erykah Badu in a psychedelic R&B rock style. Jess Kav’s bellowing soul voice shines through.” – Nialler9

“BARQ made their live debut at our #GoldenBeck showcase in The Workman’s Club…and it was instantly evident that BARQ are the real deal.” -Ros Madigan, Goldenplec

“BARQ are definitely one of the most exciting new acts on the Irish Music scene.” -RTE 2XM

“New Artist of the Week” – The Irish Times

Track of The Day – TXFM

Wednesday’s Twist – Dan Hegarty 2FM

“Impossibly tight grooves over otherworldly guitar lines and aggressively soulful vocals” – dublinconcerts.ie

TICKETS

€5 on the door Strictly over 18′s, I.D. may be required

AFTER THE GIG

Whelan’s Indie DJ in the bar and Sonntags [Disco/House/Funk] upstairs from 11pm til late (Free Entry).

NEVILLE STAPLE BAND

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ON SALE FRI 6th MAY, 10AM

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NEVILLE STAPLE BAND

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_ Main Venue _

Neville Staple, also known as The Original Rudeboy, is credited with changing the face of pop music not only once but twice. Neville Staple’s thirty-five year career in the music business is well documented

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