Following two sold out shows at the Board Gas Theather Gavin James will be performing a Charity concert with special guests in Whelan’s on Sunday 10th Dec, ticket will go on sale tomorrow Friday 1st Dec at 10am
ORIGINAL TICKETS STILL VALID OR REFUNDS FROM POINT OF SALE
NEW DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED
SORRY FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE CAUSED
* * * * *
MCD.ie presents
GARETH DUNLOP
plus support
^ Upstairs ^
No stranger to recording in conventional studios, Gareth Dunlop’s new album sees him take a step in a different direction – “We moved into our house in Belfast about 3 years ago.
Glenn Rosborough is a singer songwriter from Derry, Northern Ireland. In a city steeped in music and performance he grew up in a household full of records that became his influences.
– 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
Myles Manley is a formerly enigmatic DIY pop artist from Sligo who made his name with a ‘career in a year’, culminating in the well-received Greatest Hits 2012-2013.
The FADER premiered jubilant comeback single Relax; Enjoy Your Night Upon the Town in February, released on 7″ through Dublin-based Little L Records and followed by tours of the UK & Ireland, most recently with Rattle in September.
‘Myles Manley’ is currently a three piece guitar band consisting of Myles Manley, longstanding collaborator Christopher Barry and Cork’s drummer Solamh Kelly (Trumpets of Jericho, Dragons of Shandon). They spent the year honing an album of percussive, skeletal protest-pop music which is an exact replica of their joyful live set, which will have value as a historical document when it comes out. Until then you need to see a gig, e.g. upstairs at Whelan’s, Dublin on Sat, Dec 16 (with the amazing Rattle and Strength N.I.A.).
PRAISE for MM
“Myles Manley is a true maverick”
Clash Magazine
“[Pay Me What I’m Worth] is an anthem for anyone who works below middle management… a gem.”
Phil Taggart, BBC Radio 1
“an eye and ear for the twisted pop nugget … adventurous live shows … audacious ambition … already showing a very impressive set of heels”
Jim Carroll, Irish Times
“MORE SONGS by MYLES MANLEY is helpful and very skilful”
Conor O’Brien (Villagers)
RATTLE focus almost exclusively on drums and more drums, beneath a delicate overlay of vocal harmonies and percussive effects. Formed by Katharine Eira Brown (also of Kogumaza) and Theresa Wrigley (also of Fists), Rattle began as an experiment in crafting rich songs and melody using drums and voice alone. Their music weaves and intertwines post-punk, minimalism and experimental rock, through off-kilter rhythms, patterns and counter melodies.
They released their debut album, Rattle in August 2016 via Upset The Rhythm and I Own You Records. This led to invitations to support Animal Collective on a short UK tour and The Julie Ruin on their European tour.
Their live performances, at once hypnotic, monastic and danceable have entranced audiences at recent Supersonic, Supernormal and Sin-Eater festivals.
The band are currently working on their second album in their home town of Nottingham, UK and are touring to Spain and Belgium this Summer.
PRAISE for Rattle:
‘This is everything I believe about music: its humanity and rhythm and silences and fucking and rhythm and magic and solitude. Really it is.’ – Everett True
‘Great percussive art-pop’ – Mr Atavist
‘Rattle sound so utterly fresh.’ – ATTN: Magazine
‘Rattle’s greatest accomplishment is managing to paint in black and white and produce the effect of colourful variety, to deconstruct the magic of music with subversive simplicity and create something new.’ – The Quietus
Strength N.I.A are an unorthodox pop band from Derry, Northern Ireland. Led by singer Rory Moore they describe their music as “Werewolf Pop”. They use thick bass lines, organ and lovely beats to accompany the lyrical narratives of Moore’s powerful voice. The resulting music nods to the past in a familiar way, but has a personality that is immediate, intense and now.
PRAISE for Strength N.I.A.
“1956 Olympics is a mad song. Totally awesome !” – TIM SCOTT, VICE / NOISEY
“The genuine article” – STATE MAGAZINE
“Wonky robo-pop from Derry & Donegal.” – BBC RADIO ULSTER
“Rory has been a vivid, uncategorizable presence in the music mix of these parts for an indeterminable period.” – HOT PRESS
– 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
Gus hails from Warwick NY and is a 20 year old Indie artist. His progression came out of middle school where he honed his musical chops by producing local rappers. Having a penchant for creating music he quickly turned to himself and in 8th grade won a songwriting competition.
WE ARE BACK! After having a month off following the Otherkin listening party hangover, we are rearing to go, with music from one of our favorite bands The Wood Burning Savages.
plus Panel Discussion, “Female Fronted: Women who lead the way.”
_ Main Venue _
WOW returns to Whelan’s on November 29th for another night of music, conversation and celebration of female creativity!
We’re kicking off the night from 7pm with another amazing panel of deadly women speaking on the theme of “Female Fronted: Women that lead the way”, panelists TBA
From 8pm we’ve got a banging line-up of female artists with performances from:
● Molly Sterling ◊ Maija Sofia ◊ Extravision ◊ ●
And our fabulous MC for the eve, the wonderful ● Eve Darcy ●
Standard Tickets €10, Students €6 (with valid ID)
Women on Wednesdays is a collaborative initiative between Whelan’s, Aidlink Ireland & Born Optimistic which aims to provide a platform for female artistry, whilst raising funds for Aidlink’s Girls’ Education Programme in rural Kenya.
The BIMM College Live and Lyrical gigs are held once every term for the college’s songwriting students to showcase their material backed up by the other music students from the BIMM College.
Playing Live, Some readings from his new novel “Don’t Skip Out On Me” and in conversation with Roisin Dwyer (Hot Press)
ON STAGE 8:30pm
_ Main Venue _
Richmond Fontaine and Willy Vlautin new vinyl LP soundtrack releases Feb 2nd 2017 on décor plus tour
Richmond Fontaine – Don’t Skip Out On Me – DECOR45LP
Willy Vlautin – Northline DECOR46LP
This all female a cappella group were founded in 2013 in Trinity College Dublin, and have since become a part of the Trinity Singers Society. The girls involved hail from all different faculties of the college, ensuring an eclectic mix of personalities all brought together by the love of singing.
Mescalito play their final show with their current line-up on the 24th of November upstairs in Whelan’s. Bassist Kevin Higgins is moving on to other things and will celebrating his time with the band in what promises to be a night filled with old classics and some new numbers the group have been working on. With support from impressive Manchester-based Irish act SHUNYA who are on tour in Ireland at the end of the month. The night will also open with the captivating singer-songwriter and composer, Sarah Red, who’s voice will greet guests like chocolate melting in their mouths.
‘LURE’ BY MESCALITO
In May 2017 Mescalito released their EP ‘Lure’ which takes listeners on a journey through their hypnotic sound and finally capturing their live sound onto record. Known by many for their electrifying live jams, Mescalito give you a unique experience by dabbling in techno, hip-hop, funk-rock and afro- beat influences.
Transcending genres and comfortable in any, Sarah Red has consistently wowed audiences and listeners with her stunning vocal range over the past few years and while seamlessly lending her unique skills to many other projects, it is within her own music where the true nature of this mysterious talent shines brightest.
Be prepared for huge textures, virtuosic solos and a style drawing from many corners of the musical world, Shunya has a reputation for superbly crafted studio and live performances earning collaborations with the likes of DJ Yoda and members of GoGo Penguin. Not to be missed.
TICKETS
€8 adv / €10 door
Advanced tickets are available online from EVENTBRITE.IE
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 | Drinks Promos
From the airy but moist chambers of a quaint kitchen in the renowned Portobello, a 12-piece band were born, kicking and screaming with brass in one hand and well wrapped parcels in the other.
Regarded with awe throughout the music world Lee “Scratch” Perry holds status as one of the most enduring and original reggae producers and artists of all time. From his early days in Kingston Jamaica through to his production of some Wailers classics and lots more
There are two ways of handling a dangerous, raging river: you can surrender and let it carry you away, or you can swim against the flow. For The Secret Sisters, there was a point after the release of their last record when they could have chosen to do neither
POET; MOVIE STAR; ROCK STAR; TV & RADIO PRESENTER; COMEDIAN; SOCIAL & CULTURAL COMMENTATOR
“I say to people, have you heard of John Cooper Clarke and if they say, yes, yeah he’s an absolute genius and you just go, ‘oh – ok, you’ve saved me a lot of time” – Steve Coogan
Four piece alternative rock band from the north-west Atlantic coast of Co. Donegal, Ireland. Two brothers, their first cousin, and a lifelong friend making deep, epic but accessible stadium alt-rock.
“Fact is, this debut album from Limerick’s Bleeding Heart Pigeons has more going on constructively in one song than many other bands have across a suite
Together since 2013, JEREMY? have been gaining popularity in their native Bulgaria and its neighbouring countries after their single Fake Fruits topped all possible local charts and reached a wider audience when aired on MTV Adria at the end of 2014.
Greetings good folks! Til They’re All Broken would like to cordially invite everyone to our next concert which will take place in the big-smoke of Dublin City. We will be playing at Whelan’s on the 22nd of November