Month: July 2018
JESSE TERRY
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THIS GIG HAS BEEN
MOVED TO THE RUBY SESSIONS
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MCD Proudly presentsJESSE TERRY
with special guest
LEILA JANE
^ Upstairs ^
A true musical journeyman, New England-based singer/songwriter Jesse Terry has made it his mission to share his love of music fully and completely, without regard for shading his emotions or tempering his convictions.
MAIGHREAD NÍ DHOMHNAILL, MÁIRTÍN O’CONNOR & SÉAMIE O’DOWD
VIA EVENTBRITE.IE
Music Network presents
MAIGHREAD NÍ DHOMHNAILL, MÁIRTÍN O’CONNOR & SÉAMIE O’DOWD
_ Main Venue _ Doors 7:30pm / Show 8pm Two of Ireland’s finest traditional musicians – button accordionist Máirtín O’Connor and guitarist Séamie O’Dowd – accompany the living songbook and national treasure that is vocalist Maighread Ní DhomhnaillROLLER TRIO
EVA COYLE & BAND
EVA COYLE
AND BAND plus support HOODMAN BLIND JONAS JANSSON ^ Upstairs ^ Folk and Blues singer songwriter ‘Eva Coyle’ and band set to play at Whelan’s on Tue 14th Aug. After garnering unanimous critical praise following the release of her EP ‘Feels Like Rain’, Eva Coyle has the power to transport you into a realm of reflection, funky dance and soulful touch. Her songs explore the wanderings between folk and blues. She will be joined by special guests ‘Eoin O’Neill’ a smooth folky soulful singer songwriter from Co. Cork. There are sure to be some Swedish folk dance surprises in the mix with acclaimed Swedish folk dancer and guitarist Jonas Jansson also. This is Eva’s second EP launch gigs, and she is looking forward to performing at Whelan’s.TICKETS
€5 available online from WAV Tickets or Lo-Call 1890 200 078 (1-7pm M-F) – 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 requiredAFTER THE GIG
Whelan’s Silent Disco, now every Mon, Tue & Wed from 11pm – 2 DJs, just pick the one you like best [Free Entry] plus Late Bar.PATRICK DAVIS
JET FUEL CHEMISTRY vs. JAILBIRDS
VIA EVENTBRITE.IE
Whelan’s Presents Hard Rockin’ Grand Slam ft.
JAILBIRDS & JET FUEL CHEMISTRY
_ Main Venue _ Bringing a scorching Summer at Whelan’s to a close this year are two of Ireland’s most talked about newcomers on the heavy music scene.JAILBIRDS
https://www.facebook.com/jailbirdsireland/ https://twitter.com/_jailbirds Jailbirds are a half-Mick-half-Aussie powerhouse of raw, original classic rock beer-anthems. Their explosive energy rivals that of their artistic parents AC/DC and Thin Lizzy. Having been featured in Classic Rock Magazine and opening for legendary acts such as “Anvil”, “Tyler Bryant & The Shakedown” and “The Answer”, Jailbirds may be the youngest band holding their own in the Classic Rock genre. — — — — —JET FUEL CHEMISTRY
https://www.facebook.com/jetfuelchemistry/ https://twitter.com/jetfuelchem Jet Fuel Chemistry is a hard rock sextet of riff-driven, groove-laden, punch-your-mates modern rock. Seeing the gap between Dublin’s Indie Rock and Heavy Metal scenes, the band successfully set out to repair the divide. Hailed by Hot Press Magazine as “one of Dublin’s most promising new acts”, plus huge shows with Hard Rock giants like “Halestorm” and “Hed P.E.” on the horizon, JFC are not the band you want to miss this year. Hard Rockin’ Grand Slam has been brought to you by both the bands aiming to showcase not only each others vast capabilities, but the huge local demand for a few beers and good time with no message or purpose beyond Rock’n’Roll. Doesn’t matter what generation you are, what way you vote, who you backed on Love Island. JFC and Jailbirds cordially invite you to let the hair down and let loose one last night before the dreary months settle in. €10 on the door, be wary that €7 pre-sales on Eventbrite will go fast.TICKETS
€7 adv / €10 door Advanced available online from Eventbrite.ie Strictly over 18′s, I.D. may be requiredAFTER 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.BRIAN DEADY
SHANE CLIFFORD
SHANE CLIFFORD
plus support _ Main Venue _ Shane is a comedian from Tralee Co.Kerry. He has built a unique body of work on his YouTube, Twitter and Facebook page ‘Shane’s Brilliant Page’ Shane has travelled all over Ireland doing stand up in all of the biggest comedy clubs in the country. Shane has appeared at the Vodafone Comedy Festival, Cork Comedy Festival, Castlepalooza, and is a semi finalist in this years So You Think You’re Funny competition He was last seen on RTEs ‘Alison Spittles Culchie Club’ Join Shane as he mixes hilarious absurd observations with celebrity impressions and public breakdowns. ‘The best comedian in Ireland, hands down’ – RubberbanditsThe Nipples pic.twitter.com/Ox93uexFhZ
— Shane Clifford (@brilliantshane) March 25, 2018
TICKETS
€12 available online from WAV Tickets or Lo-Call 1890 200 078 (1-7pm M-F) – 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 requiredAFTER 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.CLARE SANDS + BAND
CLARE SANDS
AND BAND
plus support SON ^ Upstairs ^ Described by RTÉ Lyric FM as an ‘exceptional talent’ and HOTPRESS as ‘passionate and alluring’, Clare Sands is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, and songwriter hailing from the vibrant musical city of Cork.DECLAN WELSH AND THE DECADENT WEST
Aiken Promotions presents
DECLAN WELSH AND THE DECADENT WEST
plus support ^ Upstairs ^ Tickets €13 inclusive of booking fee – on sale now from Ticketmaster.ie and Nationwide Declan Welsh is a songwriter and poet from Glasgow. With his band, The Decadent West they create music that is unapologetic, direct and with a message of humanity. With performances in Palestine (as part of a Glaswegian cultural exchange), The Great Escape and London Fashion Week under their belt in the last year, Welsh and his band are ready to take the next by storm. Declan Welsh will headline Upstairs at Whelans, October 10th. Tickets €13 inclusive of booking fee. The Glaswegian outfit’s debut EP ‘All My Dreams Are Dull’ offers a snapshot into the mind of the young poet as he he muses about the banality of modern living as his band charge through anthemic rock songs drenched in chorus and filled with youthful energy. From the nihilistic, festival ready lead single ‘Lull’ to the Serge Gainsbourg indebted ‘Do What You Want’, Welsh explores themes of sexual liberation and toxic masculinity, with anti-fascist live favourites ‘Nazi Boys’ and ‘No Pasaran’ seeing him at his most scathing, unapologetically expressing his intolerance of the intolerant.TICKETS
€13 available online from WAV Tickets or Lo-Call 1890 200 078 (1-7pm M-F) – 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 requiredAFTER THE GIG
Whelan’s Silent Disco, now every Mon, Tue & Wed from 11pm – 2 DJs, just pick the one you like best [Free Entry] plus Late Bar.WHELAN’S TRAD & FOLK FEST 2018
Whelanslive.com presents
in assoc. with Smithwick’s Irish Ales
WHELAN’S TRAD & FOLK FEST 2018
20+ Acts across 3 Stages THUR 2nd, FRI 3rd, SAT 4th & SUN 5th includingTHE ESKIES, I DRAW SLOW, CALL THE DANCERS, OCELOTS, EOIN DILLON
& MANY MORE FREE ENTRY //////////// Whelan’s Trad and Folk Festival, in association with Smithwick’s Irish Ales, takes place from Thur 2nd – Sun 5th Aug.WHELAN’S TRAD & FOLK FEST 2018
Whelanslive.com presents
in assoc. with Smithwick’s Irish Ales
WHELAN’S TRAD & FOLK FEST 2018
20+ Acts across 3 Stages THUR 2nd, FRI 3rd, SAT 4th & SUN 5th includingTHE ESKIES, I DRAW SLOW, CALL THE DANCERS, OCELOTS, EOIN DILLON
& MANY MORE FREE ENTRY //////////// Whelan’s Trad and Folk Festival, in association with Smithwick’s Irish Ales, takes place from Thur 2nd – Sun 5th Aug.WHELAN’S TRAD & FOLK FEST 2018
Whelanslive.com presents
in assoc. with Smithwick’s Irish Ales
WHELAN’S TRAD & FOLK FEST 2018
20+ Acts across 3 Stages THUR 2nd, FRI 3rd, SAT 4th & SUN 5th includingTHE ESKIES, I DRAW SLOW, CALL THE DANCERS, OCELOTS, EOIN DILLON
& MANY MORE FREE ENTRY //////////// Whelan’s Trad and Folk Festival, in association with Smithwick’s Irish Ales, takes place from Thur 2nd – Sun 5th Aug.WHELAN’S TRAD & FOLK FEST 2018
Whelanslive.com presents
in assoc. with Smithwick’s Irish Ales
WHELAN’S TRAD & FOLK FEST 2018
20+ Acts across 3 Stages THUR 2nd, FRI 3rd, SAT 4th & SUN 5th includingTHE ESKIES, I DRAW SLOW, CALL THE DANCERS, OCELOTS, EOIN DILLON
& MANY MORE FREE ENTRY //////////// Whelan’s Trad and Folk Festival, in association with Smithwick’s Irish Ales, takes place from Thur 2nd – Sun 5th Aug.PETAL
Aiken Promotion presents
PETAL
plus support ^ Upstairs ^ Tickets €12 inclusive of booking fee – available now via Ticketmaster.ie and outlets Nationwide Today, Aiken Promotions are delighted to announce a headline show for Petal, Upstairs at Whelan’s.WOW – WOMEN ON WEDNESDAYS ft. ROSA NUTTY
WOW – WOMEN ON WEDNESDAYS
Ft. ROSA NUTTY, LISA LOUGHREY
MC EVE DARCY
^ Upstairs ^ WOW IS BACK – July 25th We’re super excited for this month’s night of music, comedy and overall celebration and appreciation of female artistry!! On the 25th July we’ll have incredible music and performances from Rosa Nutty and Lisa Loughrey Music. We’ll also have a comedy set from our hilarious resident MC Eve Darcy!! WOW is a collaborative initiative between Whelan’s, Aidlink Ireland & Born Optimisticc which aims to provide a platform for female artistry, whilst raising funds for Aidlink’s Girls’ Education Programme in rural Kenya. Join us UPSTAIRS in Whelan’s at 8pm for a stellar night of entertainment and creativity!! Tickets €10/€6TICKETS
€10 adv / €6 Student (with valid ID) – door only Advanced tickets available online from WAV Tickets or Lo-Call 1890 200 078 (1-7pm M-F) – 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 requiredAFTER THE GIG
Whelan’s Silent Disco, now every Mon, Tue & Wed from 11pm – 2 DJs, just pick the one you like best [Free Entry] plus Late Bar.HEY TROUBADOUR
Born Optimistic presents
HEY TROUBADOUR
BUSK: Crampton Court, 2pm GIG: Whelan’s, 8pm _ Main Venue _ Hey Troubadour is a celebration of the song born in a city of song. Dublin is a city that shows great respect to great songwriters, whether from here or elsewhere. We pride ourselves on the attention we will give to people who have a way with words.MIDNIGHT HOUR w/ SCATHED + STONE SEA
MIDNIGHT HOUR
in association with O’HARA’S CRAFT BEERS presentsSCATHED + STONE SEA
Upstairs@Whelan’s from Midnight. Doors: 11:45pm, Sign up for GUEST LIST Whelanslive.com & O’Hara’s Craft Beers are proud to bring you The Midnight Hour. Showcasing the best new talent in Ireland & beyond.THE BINGO w/ STEVE BENNETT
SOMA #020 ft. GIRLFRIEND & BULLET GIRL
SOMA #020
featuringGIRLFRIEND & BULLET GIRL
plus SOMA Resident DJs DOORS 11PM CLICK HERE FOR GUEST LIST ^ Upstairs ^ WOAH. We’ve made it to our 20th SOMA event! We’re celebrating by having two of Dublin’s most exciting new bands Girlfriend and Bullet Girl. This is gonna be a proper party so make sure to get on down early to celebrate our big 2-0! Doors at 11pm As per usual we’ll have the SOMA Resident DJs spinning your favorite indie tunes until 3am! SOMA originated as a series of house parties in Dublin hosting bands and DJs until stupid o’clock. The SOMA clubnight aims to carry on the house party tradition, showcasing Dublins best up and coming bands followed by a sweaty party soundtracked by all your favourite indie and alternative bangers. SOMA PLAYS: FIDLAR, The Dandy Warhols, Arctic Monkeys, Parquet Courts, The Virgins, QOTSA, Blur, Bloc Party, The Strokes, Sleater-Kinney, Brian Jonestown Massacare, The Hives, Wavves,The Vines, Bikini Kill, The White Stripes, The Kills, Nirvana, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Foals, Interpol, Death From Above 1979, The Libertines, Smashing Pumpkins, Green Day, The Stone Roses, Justice, The Orwells, Tame Impala, The Last Shadow Puppets, Kings of Leon, Phoenix, Editors, Glass Animals, The Vaccines, Warpaint, Circa Waves, Wild Beasts, etc. etc. — — — — —GIRLFRIEND
https://www.facebook.com/girlfriendband/ — — — — —BULLET GIRL
https://www.facebook.com/BulletGirlBand/TICKETS
FREE ADMISSION BEFORE 10:30PM – GUEST LIST VIA FACEBOOK EVENT Strictly over 18′s, I.D. may be requiredTHE WOOD BURNING SAVAGES
Whelanslive.com presents
THE WOOD BURNING SAVAGES
plus support NO OIL PAINTINGS ^ Upstairs ^ Derry alt-punks The Wood Burning Savages are proud to announce a headline show Upstairs at Whelan’s on Saturday 10th November.ALL IN THIS TOGETHER ft. SYLK
FLO AND JOAN
CUCO
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THIS SHOW HAS BEEN
CANCELLED
REFUNDS FROM POINT OF SALE SORRY FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE CAUSED
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From Cuco: “Due to the severity of the recent accident, we regret that we are cancelling our South American and European tour dates, below. We hope to reschedule these shows as soon as possible, and appreciate the understanding while band members recover to full health.” Aiken Promotion presentsCUCO
plus support
_ Main Venue _
Cuco is a 20-year old self-produced Chicano solo artist from Hawthorne, CA. Cuco, born Omar Banos, first began playing music at the age of 8 years old. Starting with guitar, moving on to learning bass, keys, drums, trumpet, french horn, and mellophone all before the age of 15.
KERO KERO BONITO
MCD proudly presents
KERO KERO BONITO
plus support _ Main Venue _ Kero Kero Bonito have just announced their debut Irish headline performance at Whelan’s on Saturday October 6th Tickets priced €12.50 inclusive are on sale now via www.ticketmaster.ieGOD IS AN ASTRONAUT (Live at The Academy)
ON SALE THUR 12th JUL, 10AM VIA TICKETMASTER
Whelanslive and DME by arrangement with Avocado Booking presents
GOD IS AN ASTRONAUT
EPITAPH EUROPEAN TOUR
plus support
LIVE AT THE ACADEMY
GOD IS AN ASTRONAUT bring their EPITAPH TOUR to THE ACADEMY, Dublin on Sat 9th Feb 2019. Tickets €25 go on sale on Thursday 12th Jul via Ticketmaster.ie
NICK MULVEY
Aiken Promotions presents
THUR 20th & FRI 21st SEPT
Following his EP Dancing For The Answer, Nick Mulvey has announced a National Tour for September 2018. Performing in Empire, Belfast on September 19th, Whelan’s on September 20th and making his final stop off in Cork on September 22nd. Tickets will go on sale this Friday at 9am.
NICK MULVEY
plus support _ Main Venue _HUNTERTONES
Whelanslive.com presents
HUNTERTONES
plus support BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY 6th AUG _ Main Venue _ Huntertones brings people together around the globe with fun, imaginative and fearless music. Their high energy, horn-driven sound fuses inspired improvisation and adventurous composition melding jazz, funk, rock, and soul.RUBYHORSE
KIRAN LEONARD
BLEEDING HEART PIGEONS
Whelanslive.com presents
BLEEDING HEART PIGEONS
plus support ^ Upstairs ^ Join Bleeding Heart Pigeons for an intimate performance in Whelan’s upstairs on Thur 26th Jul. Tickets €12 go on sale on Friday at 9am from Whelanslive.com “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 of tracks.” – The Irish Times “Bleeding Heart Pigeons ache with a sense of longing and also fear for what’s really out there.” – Mojo “It is difficult to discuss Bleeding Heart Pigeons’ debut, ‘Is’, without being accused of hyperbole. This is because the record is so brilliantly put together (the album is mixed by David Wrench – FKA Twigs, Jape), so massive in scale and yet delicate in sound, so outlandish and glistening, that any descriptor or adjectives that can be used to describe it sound fluffed and false. As a record, it is simply too good not to eulogize. On February 12th, so early on in the calendar, we will be bestowed with what potentially could be an album of the year. And so, eulogize one must.” – GoldenplecTICKETS
ON SALE FRI 6th JUL, 9AM: €12 tickets available online from WAV Tickets or Lo-Call 1890 200 078 (1-7pm M-F) – 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/ NEW CALIFORNIA REPUBLIC
MIDNIGHT HOUR
in association with O’HARA’S CRAFT BEERS presentsNEW CALIFORNIA REPUBLIC
Upstairs@Whelan’s from Midnight. Doors: 11:45pm, Sign up for GUEST LIST Whelanslive.com & O’Hara’s Craft Beers are proud to bring you The Midnight Hour. Showcasing the best new talent in Ireland & beyond.UGLY KID JOE
ON SALE FRI 6th JUL, 9AM
MCD proudly presents
UGLY KID JOE
25th ANNIVERSARY plus support _ Main Venue _ MCD are proud to present UGLY KID JOE in WHELAN’S on WED 5th SEPT for their 25th Anniversary Tour. Tickets go on sale on Fri 6th Jul from Whelanslive.com and Ticketmaster.TICKETS
ON SALE FRI 6th JUL, 9AM: €25 available online from WAV Tickets or Lo-Call 1890 200 078 (1-7pm M-F) – 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 requiredAFTER THE GIG
Whelan’s Silent Disco, now every Mon, Tue & Wed from 11pm – 2 DJs, just pick the one you like best [Free Entry] plus Late Bar.SID GRIFFIN (THE LONG RYDERS)
Whelanslive.com presents
in association with The Academy Plaza Hotel
SID GRIFFIN
(THE LONG RYDERS) plus support ^ Upstairs ^ Sid Griffin displays many chapeaux in his career as a multi-faceted musician, proud author, knowledgeable broadcaster and professional golfer. Or is that professional go-fer?BILLY KONATÉ
EAMONN McCORMACK
FATHERSON
MCD proudly presents