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Month: July 2016

JACK O’ROURKE

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MCD.ie presents

JACK O’ROURKE

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The lone figure of Jack O’Rourke seated at a piano is one that Irish gig goers are becoming more accustomed to seeing. Whether performing startlingly honest ballads solo or driving Spectorish rock with his band, Jack’s plaintive baritone and piano are core.

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PA CURRAN

PA CURRAN

plus support DANIEL O’SULLIVAN ^ Upstairs ^ Pa Curran is a Singer/Songwriter, based in Bantry, Co Cork. He is a school teacher with an extraordinary ability to write songs and a highly regarded singer who released his debut single “Unintentional hero” to the nation on July 4th 2014 .The song is dedicated to his lifelong friend and fellow musician, Taidhg Burke-Neff, who died in a tragic accident in October 2013.It made the top 20 in the Official Irish Charts and held the number 1 spot for a week in the Itunes Singer-Songwriter charts displacing none other than Hozier’s ‘Take Me To Church’ Taidhg was an Organ Donor and subsequently saved a number of lives and inspired not just the song but the Unintentional Hero Project. The project is aimed at increasing awareness of the need for Organ Donors worldwide, and is accompanied by a Video involving 20 families from all over Ireland who have lost a loved one who donated an organ or who have been the beneficiaries of organ donation. This highly moving video tells the stories of these people and how it brought light into their lives at a time of darkness. Pa released his debut album ‘Poor Man’s Clothes’ in February 2016. It was the second highest new entry to the official Irish Album charts on its release week and went in at number 8 in the Irish Artist Album Charts. It has had fantastic review so far, all of which can be found on this website. Pa is touring Ireland for ten days in June 2016 and the venues will be announced on this website very soon. Pa has previously toured Ireland and East Coast USA as well as playing one off show’s in Portugal, France and the UK.

TICKETS

€10 at the door – 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 Silent Disco from 10:30pm – 2 DJs, just pick the one you like best [Free Entry] plus Late Bar.

CHRIS KENT: STOP STALLING

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Lisa Richards & Whelanslive.com presents

CHRIS KENT

STOP STALLING plus support _ Main Venue _ Facebook event Chris questions whether he’s still chasing his dream, or just too lazy to get a proper job. Recently married Chris resents adulthood, and fears if there is an after-life, he might not fit in…

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MIDNIGHT HOUR w/ BODIES

featuring –

BODIES

plus support 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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SAM CIERI (ONCE)

Free Entry 2016

SAM CIERI

‘Guy’ from Once at the Olympia Theatre plus support DYLAN REID

^ Upstairs ^

Facebook event

Once ‘Guy’ Sam Cieri Set for Debut Irish Headline Date Florida born singer songwriter Sam Cieri is set to perform his first Irish headline date Upstairs in Whelan’s on Sunday 7 August.

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NIAMH CROWTHER

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NIAMH CROWTHER

plus support ^ Upstairs ^ Facebook event Niamh Crowther has announced a live show in Whelans, Dublin on 9th September to celebrate her widely acclaimed new EP. * New Artist of the Week “her forthcoming EP further compounds the “one to watch” tag.” – The Irish Times * “The day has become even sunnier thanks to ‘I’ll Be’, the first taster from Niamh Crowther’s eponymous EP” – Hotpress * “Heartwrenching… Beautifully pitched vocals.. tastefully arranged strings” – BBC Radio Ulster The two tracks “Little by Little” and “I’ll Be” have been generating lots of radio play in Ireland and the UK, including being playlisted on national radio and supported by a TV appearance. Niamh came to prominence aged 16, when she beat over 15,000 other young people to claim the prestigious Youth Music Awards. The accompanying rave reviews and talk about town earned her “one to watch” accolades from the media. A succession of well received singles further enhanced her reputation. Her EP has so far amassed 400,000 streams on Spotify On the live front Niamh has won new fans whilst supporting PictureHouse, Blink, Mundy and appearing at events and festivals like LeCheile, St Patrick’s Festival and “A Night for Pieta House” in the Olympia Theatre. Then there was the time she was invited to sing onstage with Richie Sambora on her 18th birthday. Tickets are on sale now.

TICKETS

€10 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

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

MIDNIGHT HOUR w/ SUSIE BLUE

featuring –

SUSIE BLUE

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SMALL TALK

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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SOLID SUN (Single Launch)

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SOLID SUN

plus support ^ Upstairs ^ Facebook event Formed in early 2014, Solid Sun introduced the Irish rock music scene to their ear-catching heavy tones with a highly successful tour later that year in support of Acca Dacca, the world’s foremost ACDC tribute act.

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MARC O’REILLY

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Whelanslive.com presents

MARC O’REILLY

AND BAND plus support NIALL THOMAS _ Main Venue _ With gritty sonic depth, Irish songwriter Marc O’Reilly attacks his muse with a bipolar verve that swings from reflection to sheer riotous joy. Backed by the tightest band in Christendom, rare and beautiful songs slam into wild blues fragments

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TADGH

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TADGH

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^ Upstairs ^

TADGH’s brand new single complimented by a beautifully crafted piece of artwork (above) gives us just a taste of what’s to come from this refreshing and exciting new Irish artist. The track itself is a warm, vibrant pop anthem with edgy hooks and a huge chorus.

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LIVE FROM THE WINDOW w/ HYMN FOR HER

Free Entry 2016 Whelanslive.com presents LIVE FROM THE WINDOW w/

HYMN FOR HER

– PLAY THE FRONT BAR – ON STAGE 9:30pm   “Created using broom handle cigar box banjo, dobro, bass drum, hi-hat and harmonica, the music of Lucy & Wayne and The Amairican Stream by US duo Hymn For Her, proves categorically that you don’t need a megabuck budget to create some high-end kick-ass boogie. Recorded in the classic sixteen-foot 1961 Bambi Airstream trailer (caravan) that they call home, it’s an impossible-to-categorise and unforgettable sonic wall of banjo-thrash-country-rock-acid-blues of the sort that you could imagine Jack White having on his iPod”. – UK’s R2 (Rock ‘n’ Reel) magazine Hymn for Her have been busy touring across the country and abroad over the past few years, injecting juiced-up backwoods country blues with a dose of desert rock psychedelia that has been described as “Hell’s Angels meets the Amish.” They recorded their 2nd album, “Hymn for Her Presents . . . Lucy and Wayne and the Amairican Stream”, in their vintage 1961 Bambi Airstream trailer at locations stretching from Philadelphia to Malibu on a three-month tour. For their latest release, “Hymn for Her Presents . . . Lucy and Wayne’s Smokin Flames”, the twosome kicked it into high gear. They traveled to Ghetto Recorders in Detroit to work with Jim Diamond. They recorded live and mixed 12 original songs in just one week. The duo certainly covers a lot of musical territory in Smokin Flames. Their wild-eyed mash-up of country, blues and punk led U.K. music critic Steve Bennett to call H4H’s sound “a riotous, rocking roadkill stew,” while others have referenced such diverse bands as Captain Beefheart, Primus, X, R.L. Burnside, JS Blues Explosion and the Ramones. Impressively, the two create their “ripsaw sounds” (Los Angeles Times’ Randy Lewis) with only a few instruments. Wayne (with the devilish voice), mainly playing the kick-drum, high-hat, acoustic guitar and harp, serves as the group’s rhythmic driving force. Lucy (of the fallen-angel voice) delivers a gritty squall on her “Lowebow” — a custom-made cigar-box guitar: “The Riff Monster.” Catch this duo as they burn down the highway and tear up your town like a Wichita twister.

TICKETS

FREE ENTRY Strictly over 18′s, I.D. may be required

AFTER THE GIG

Whelan’s Silent Disco, now every Mon, Tue & Wed in Jul & Aug from 11pm – 2 DJs, just pick the one you like best [Free Entry] plus Late Bar.

CHEWING ON TINFOIL

CHEWING ON TINFOIL

EP LAUNCH plus guests

DRIVEWAY ORANGUTAN

_ Main Venue _ We’re having a release party in Whelan’s main room that night just before we head out on tour in the UK – It’d be deadly to see a few heads there and it’s onlt €6 on the door! More info here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1703757286541784/ Our friends in Driveway and Orangutan will be playing with us on the night. Really happy to have these two bands as I’ve been dying to hear Orangutan in a venue with deadly sound, and I’m really excited that Driveway playing another gig probably means that they are finally on the cusp of releasing that fuckin album that’s been in the works for like 3 years or whatever. You can check out Orangutan’s excellent demo from earlier this year on thier bandcamp and if you like it loads and loads you can pick it up on tape at this gig aswell or from their webstore https://orangutanhardcore.bandcamp.com/ http://www.orangutanhardcore.bigcartel.com/ Driveway’s entire back catalogue available for free from their bandcamp page. Premium emo jams – get them in https://driveway.bandcamp.com/

TICKETS

€6 On the door 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

HOLY FUCK

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HOLY FUCK

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_ Main Venue _

Holy Fuck took the world by surprise around 2005 because there was just nothing like them—a hardcore thrift-store found-object punk band with a relentless commitment to rhythm and a sense for atmosphere better matched to a close encounter of the third kind than a simple rock concert.

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Whelan’s Stage @ Longitude Festival

Whelan’s Stage @ Longitude Festival

Whelan’s Stage @ Longitude Festival

DERMOT BYRNE, JOHN DOYLE & BRID HARPER

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Whelanslive.com presents:

DERMOT BYRNE, JOHN DOYLE & BRID HARPER

plus support _ Main Venue _

DERMOT BYRNE

Dermot hails from Buncrana in the Inishowen peninsula, the most northerly part of Donegal, and has played accordion since a very young age, having learned from his father Tomás O’Beirn, who comes from Teileann area of South West Donegal, and is an enthusiastic promoter of the tradition. Dermot had the good fortune to meet all the greats of Donegal music, including Johnny Doherty, Con Cassidy and Tommy Peoples, Danny Meehan and many more, and  they made a great impact on the young Dermot, who went on to develop a unique style. His seemingly effortless playing, combined with great subtlety, and a faultless ear, makes him one of the great accordion players of his generation. As well as his mastery of the Donegal style and repertoire, Dermot can turn with ease to other styles and traditions such as French musette, or South American choro music. He guested on two Altan recordings “The Red Crow” and “Island Angel” before joining the band in 1994. Dermot has guested on collaborations with many great musicians including Seamus and Manus McGuire, Sharon Shannon, Salsa Celtica, Steeve Cooney, Dezi Donelly, Brid Harper, Frankie Gavin, Tommy Peoples, Pierre Schryer, Tim O’Brien and the late jazz violinist, Stephane Grappelli. He  recently recorded a duet CD with French Harpist Floriane Blancke

BRID HARPER

Brid Harper is originally from  Castlefinn Co.Donegal and now living near Dungannon Co. Tyrone. She has been hailed as one of the leading exponents of traditional fiddle playing of our time. She was senior All- Ireland Champion, Fiddler of Dooney and Oireachtas winner in 1988. For the past couple of years she has been performing with great musicians including Dermot Byrne , Steeve Cooney , PJ McDonald and many others.

JOHN DOYLE

John hails from Dublin originally, and is a well-known musician and songwriter . He plays the guitar left handed and has a very distinctive style. Nowadays John spends most of his time in the USA , where in the past he played for many years with Irish-American band “Solas” . John is also a featured regular on the popular TV programme the “Transatlantic Sessions” along with Jerry Douglas , Tim O Brien and Kathy Mattea . John has recorded and toured with many great musicians , Kate Rusby, Susan Mc Keown, Karan Casey, Michael Mc Goldrick, Liz Carroll and Eileen Ivers to name but a few.

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 Silent Disco, now every Mon, Tue & Wed in Jul & Aug from 11pm – 2 DJs, just pick the one you like best [Free Entry] plus Late Bar.

GALWAY STREET CLUB

GALWAY STREET CLUB

plus support _ Main Venue _ Galway Street Club are a collective of Irish and International Buskers who started as individual buskers and joined together to form a musically and culturally diverse band who have amassed a serious following for their incredible street performances and fascinating musical fusion attracting crowds of more than 400 people. With 9 instruments including Cajon, Saxophone, Electric Guitar, Fiddle, Banjo, Accordion, Guitar, ukelele, Washboard  and 7 Nationalities the Street Club manage to cater for all taste with an energetic and polished performance. Having sold out gigs in Galway and Corks finest venues the Street Club are coming to Dublin and are playing in Whelan’s Live this Thursday the 14th of July.

TICKETS

€5 at the door 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

KILA

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KILA

plus support _ Main Venue _ Hailed as one of Ireland’s most innovative and exciting bands. The eight members, mostly from Dublin, come from different musical backgrounds and share a passion to create great music with an ability to absorb influences from across the globe.

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MUTEFISH (FREE ENTRY)

Free Entry 2016

MUTEFISH

plus support Doors 9pm – Free Entry _ MAIN VENUE _ MUTEFISH are culturally diverse six piece band from Ireland, Poland, Lithuania, Portugal and Ukraine. They fuse the musical sounds and cultures of Eastern Europe with traditional Irish influences resulting in an engaging melodic compilation of tracks.

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MUTEFISH (FREE ENTRY)

Free Entry 2016

MUTEFISH

plus support Doors 9pm – Free Entry _ MAIN VENUE _ MUTEFISH are culturally diverse six piece band from Ireland, Poland, Lithuania, Portugal and Ukraine. They fuse the musical sounds and cultures of Eastern Europe with traditional Irish influences resulting in an engaging melodic compilation of tracks.

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ROBERT GRACE

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ROBERT GRACE

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^ Upstairs ^ ‘TALK TO ME’ may have been Robert’s debut solo release, however, this all rounder from the beautiful town of Graignamanagh in Co. Kilkenny is no stranger to the studio, or the charts! In recent years Robert has developed into a songwriter/producer/performer of note.

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MARTY WILLSON-PIPER

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MARTY WILLSON-PIPER

featuring FRANK KEARNS plus support Matt Purcell ^ Upstairs ^ Marty Willson-Piper is best known for his tenure as a lead guitarist and singer/songwriter, playing with the church, All About Eve and The Saints, covering Psychedelia, Goth and Punk Rock.

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WHELAN’S LIVE STAGE AT LONGITUDE

WHELAN’S LIVE STAGE AT LONGITUDE

Marlay Park 15th-17th July 2016 WHELAN’S LIVE STAGE RETURNS TO LONGITUDE The Whelan’s Live stage makes a welcome return to Longitude this summer showcasing some of the finest up & coming bands to Marlay Park continuing the iconic venues ethos of showcasing quality new artists.

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SKIPPER’S ALLEY

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Whelanslive.com presents

SKIPPER’S ALLEY

plus support _ Main Venue _ Skipper’s Alley are a 7-piece band whose dynamic take on traditional Irish music has garnered wide critical praise and featured on such diverse stages as The Late Late Show, Le Festival Interceltique de Lorient, and The Irish Embassy in Zambia. With a sound described as “from unaccompanied song through to full Chieftains frenzy” (Folk World), the Dublin-based group arrange and interpret traditional Irish folk music on Uilleann Pipes, Harp, Fiddle, Whistles, Bodhrán, Banjo and more, taking influence from such early bands as Planxty, The Bothy Band and The Chieftains. “A gloriously three-dimensional debut – ★★★★” – The Irish Times “These lads (and one lady harpist) make an impressive noise.” – Folk World “There is no doubt that this group will have an impact on the future of traditional Irish music.” – Kieran Hanrahan, Stockton’s Wing

TICKETS

€10 ADV/€12.50 DOOR Advanced tickets 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 Silent Disco from 10:30pm – 2 DJs, just pick the one you like best [Free Entry] plus Late Bar.

HAWKLION

HAWKLION

plus support KICKING BIRD ^ Upstairs ^ HawkLion are back with a new & improved sound blending fast paced indie rhythms with a dark,vibrant landscape of melodies…Perfectly pitched, rabble-rousing with angular poise. A near-epic fusion of old and new that happily echoes Friendly Fires, Fenech Soler and Two Door Cinema club.

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ORCHID COLLECTIVE

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ORCHID COLLECTIVE

plus guests ^ Upstairs ^ Following their recent sold-out visit to Whelans and their amazing set at Castlepalooza in Tullamore last weekend, we are delighted to announce Orchid Collective will return to headline Whelans of Wexford St, Dublin on Saturday 12 November.

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EURO 2016 FINAL

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EURO 2016 FINAL

_ Main Venue _ We’re showing the Euro 2016 Finale in Whelan’s Main venue this Sunday. Brand new projector, big screen and big sound though our monster PA. Got beer, bring Friends! Please note: The Balls.ie event with Stephen Hunt has been cancelled

TICKETS

FREE ENTRY

AFTER THE MATCH

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

KING KONG CLUB

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

KING KONG CLUB

featuring TBC ^ Upstairs ^ Facebook event 8pm // FREE ENTRY The King Kong Club is a weekly battle of the bands with a twist; The Clap-O-Meter! The band that makes the most noise wins and carries on to the next round!

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KING KONG CLUB

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THIS HAS BEEN MOVED TO OPIUM ROOMS

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The Home of Enthusiasm returns for Season 11!

KING KONG CLUB

featuring

Sean’s Walk, We Went Down, Fit for Kings Beef Supreme, Dahlia Kevyn Toby Kaye

^ Upstairs ^ Opium Rooms Facebook event 8pm // €5 The King Kong Club is a weekly battle of the bands with a twist; The Clap-O-Meter! The band that makes the most noise wins and carries on to the next round!

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KING KONG CLUB

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

KING KONG CLUB

featuring TBC _ Main Venue _ Facebook event 8pm // FREE ENTRY The King Kong Club is a weekly battle of the bands with a twist; The Clap-O-Meter! The band that makes the most noise wins and carries on to the next round!

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