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Month: June 2019

I HEART THE KINKS

Buy Tickets 2016 master I Heart Gigs presents

I HEART THE KINKS

ACOUSTIC PERFORMANCE ^^ The Parlour ^^ Whelan’s & I Heart Gigs present a very special acoustic performance of The Kinks Are The Village Green Preservation Society. We missed the 50th Anniversary of this incredible album so we’re doing it a year later!

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DALY

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DALY

plus support ^ Upstairs ^ Hailing from the streets of Dublin, DALY is a young up and coming rap artist with an undeniable talent for story telling and technical writing.

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THE BONNY MEN

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THE BONNY MEN

plus support KC VIK _ Main Venue _ Comprised of seven individuals, each masters of their own instruments, with titles among them including multiple All-Ireland Champions, World Bodhrán Champion, and a recipient of the prestigious TG4 “Young Musician of the Year”

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THE WINTER PASSING

Buy Tickets 2016 master ON SALE FRI 28th JUN, 9AM Aiken Promotions presents

THE WINTER PASSING

plus support

CASSEVETTES JACOB _ Main Venue _  Aiken Promotions proudly presents The Winter Passing live at Whelans (Upstairs), 3rd October 2019. Tickets €13.00 inclusive of booking fee, on sale Friday at 9AM.

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AMY MONTGOMERY

Buy Tickets 2016 master Aiken Promotions presents

AMY MONTGOMERY

plus support ^ Upstairs ^ Aiken Promotions proudly presents Amy Montgomery live at Whelan’s (Upstairs), 26th September 2019. The first thing that grabs your attention about Irish singer songwriter Amy Montgomery (apart from her Bohemian look) is her raw and beautiful voice

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EVE BELLE

Buy Tickets 2016 master ON SALE MON 24th JUN, 9am MCD Proudly presents

EVE BELLE

plus support ^ Upstairs ^ EVE BELLE RINGS THE CHANGES WITH NEW SINGLE, EP AND DUBLIN HEADLINE SHOW

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!!! (chk chk chk)

Buy Tickets 2016 master ON SALE FRI 28th JUN, 3pm Aiken Promotions & UMACK proudly presents

!!!

(CHK CHK CHK) plus support _ Main Venue _ !!! (Chk Chk Chk) make a very welcome return to Dublin this November to headline Whelans, marking 10 years since their last sold-out visit at the venue.

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INHALER

Buy Tickets 2016 Sold Out master MCD proudly presents

INHALER

plus support

_ Main Venue _

Meeting at school in 2012, and assuming their current line up in 2016, INHALER is a Dublin four piece rock and roll band.

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ACID GRANNY

Free Entry 2016

ACID GRANNY

plus support _ Main Venue _ In light of our recent virus, Whelan’s have asked if we could spare a mingin giblet for them this Wednesday 19th June for a Main Room Vroom Vroom. As we are heading to Glastonbury for our meta-art experience ‘THIS IS MINGLAND’ just a few days laysher, we might use this gig to write some songs. We will also be flexing our fancy art, and (courageously) releasing some new little fellas into the pigpen. FREE ENTRY FOR ALL WE ACCEPT LAND TROLLEY, TROLLEY, TROLLEY.

TICKETS

FREE ENTRY 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.

COUNTER INTELLIGENCE

COUNTER INTELLIGENCE

plus support

HEADTRIP ACOUSTIC PROJECT

^ Upstairs ^            

COUNTER INTELLIGENCE

https://www.facebook.com/itsbadforyou https://www.instagram.com/intelligencec https://www.twitter.com/CounterIntell14 Counter Intelligence is an Irish / Italian 4 piece Band pioneering the genre Transversal Rock. We met in Dublin, Ireland in 2017 and started rehearsing straight away with a view to recording our first Album. So the first year was spent writing and rehearsing all the songs for the Album, and the next year we spent recording it ourselves with our own equipment in various rehearsal rooms and houses around Dublin. It took a while because we all work day jobs (apart from Zar who is our Full-Time Musician). We met at least once a week and now our debut album “Adapt and Evolve” is finally available in all the major stores. Major – Lead Vocals Zar – Guitar & Backing Vox Ghost – Bass & Backing Vox Mountain – Drums & Backing Vox — — — — —

HEADTRIP ACOUSTIC PROJECT

https://www.facebook.com/HeadtripAcousticProject https://www.instagram.com/headtripacousticproject https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdy9d2y0KbOMvfSUW4QF0DQ Headtrip Acoustic Project is a trio of two acoustic guitars, one cajon and various percussive elements. Spawned out of busking in the streets of Dublin. It all started when guitarist and vocalist Alessandro Zangrando (aka Zar) and guitarist Giovanni Agostini met for the first time while busking in the streets of Dublin. The two guitar enthusiasts had a natural curiosity to discover what could happen if they mixed their main styles; Lap Tapping & Fingerstyle. As a result of this, the first time they organized a jam session together, they spontaneously composed their first song, which they titled ‘The Rising’. They kept rehearsing to both arrange covers in a very unique way and compose original music fusing their different styles. It wasn’t until April 2017 that percussionist Niccolò Matterazzo (aka Nik Martken) joined in during an experiment they did in Gorey, co. Wexford, where they went to see guitarist Shane Hennessy play a concert. The trio set up in the main street of the town and eloquently without having ever rehearsed as a trio started playing and improvising songs on the spot, it was then they realized there was a strong musical connection among them and the mix of two acoustic guitars plus one Cajon and small percussive elements met to create a unique atmospheric musical experience. Since then they’ve kept working hard on composing original music, busking, playing gigs and releasing their first EP of 5 songs called ‘The Rising’.

TICKETS

€5 on the door 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.

SYRENS

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SYRENS

plus support ^ Upstairs ^ Syrens are a songwriting duo, named after the deadly mermaids from Greek mythology. Their music fuses many genres such as pop, folk and jazz.

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CLUB PUBALL G ft. AINDRAIS DE STAIC, AOIFE KELLY & MORE

CLUB PUBALL G

featuring AINDRAIS DE STAIC, AOIFE KELLY, SISTERIX, AIDEEN McQUEEN, PEADAR Ó GOIL & MORE ^^ The Parlour ^^ Facebook event Oíche Shiamsaíochta Gaeilge 19:30: Doirse 20:00-21:00 Sisterix, Aideen McQueen, Peadar Ó Goil 21:00-22:00 Aoife Kelly gus Cairde 22:00-23:00 Aindrias De Staic 23:00-00:00 Ceirneoir a’Tí

TICKETS

€5 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.

GALLIE

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GALLIE

plus support ^ Upstairs ^ Gallie returns to Whelans for a one off show as part of a European tour, playing songs from his acclaimed album ‘The Occoquan River’, plus songs from his new recording due for release 2020

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COLIN GEDDIS

Buy Tickets 2016 master ON SALE FRI 14th JUN, 10am Shine presents

COLIN GEDDIS

SAFE SPACE plus support _ Main Venue _ Ahead of his SSE Arena show in 2020, Colin Geddis (Creator of The General Banter Podcast, Gedzilla Films, Barry The Blender…) Brings you his brand new stand-up show “Safe Space”.

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TIMECOP1983

Buy Tickets 2016 master Whelanslive.com presents in association with The Academy Plaza Hotel

TIMECOP1983

plus support FEMMEPOP _ Main Venue _ Timecop1983’s music is heavily inspired by music from the ’80s and is best described as romantic, cinematic and dreamy. There are many names for the genre but he always likes to label it as Synthwave or Dreamwave.

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DEERHUNTER

Buy Tickets 2016 Sold Out master Aiken Promotions presents

DEERHUNTER

plus support _ Main Venue _ Aiken Promotions proudly presents an intimate show for Deerhunter live at Whelan’s, 2nd November 2019. Tickets €35.00 on sale now from Ticketmaster.ie & Whelanslive.com

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WHERES LUKE

Buy Tickets 2016 no seat VIA EVENTBRITE.IE

WHERES LUKE

plus support GRWL _ Main Venue _ Wheres Luke? have announced a headline show in Whelan’s This will be an amazing night with support from: GRWL +special guests TBC

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TO GAZE UPON US: STEVEN SHARPE & KATIE O’CONNOR

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STEVEN SHARPE & KATIE O’CONNOR

playing together as

TO GAZE UPON US

plus support ^ Upstairs ^ Facebook event After 3 years and 3 European tours Katie O’Connor and Steven Sharpe back in Dublin as Yo Gaze Upon Us for a very special night of music.

TO GAZE UPON US

https://www.facebook.com/togazeuponus To Gaze Upon Us made their debut in April of 2015 in the Róisín Dubh in the run up to the Marriage Equality vote, and now they are back! Sharpe takes O’Connor to more upbeat areas, as she leads him to more sentimental and heartfelt places. Blending their individual styles, Katie’s melodic vocals beautifully complement Steven’s flamboyant sass to create a lush sound. The realiness is right here. Both are established and strong vocalists, and when they come together, they bring an extra dose of character and pizazz. Comedic, colourful and occasionally off-the-cuff, this is a show within a gig. Just try and name a more iconic duo . . . I’ll wait. – Irish times – — — — —

STEVEN SHARPE

https://www.facebook.com/stevensharpemusic Steve Sharpe is undoubtedly one of Irelands best kept secrets. Steven has been preforming his own brand of out’n’proud music around Galway for the past few years and has made quite a name for himself on the thriving music scene. He has a veracious, witty, and soulful style which blends music, humour and storytelling. Sharpe has an eclectic mix of influences such as R&B, Folk, Rock, Spoken Word, Blues/Soul, Musical Theatre, and a number of Avant-Garde and Alternative artists which is clear in his unique approach to music and performance. “Songwriter, storyteller, raconteur, guitarist, entertainer, and challenger of traditional gender and sexual roles, Steven Sharpe is a man deserving of the term ‘multi-talented’.” – Kernan Andrews “The best Irish entertainer I’ve seen to date” – Simon McDonagh, TheThinAir.net “One of Galways best kept secrets”– Body & Soul, HotPress.com — — — — —

KATIE O’CONNOR

https://www.facebook.com/CaitOMusic The intention was to become a midwife. But intention and desire collided for Katie O’Connor in 2011 on the streets of Galway, Ireland. Shortly after graduating, she put her qualification in the back pocket, shaved her head and moved to Berlin with just her guitar and her unrivalled voice. Staying true to herself matters much more than the security of staying within the lines of a normal lifestyle. She is a vagabond. A dreamer. A story-teller. She doesn’t fit the mould. Reasons why she calls Galway home. Yet in true globetrotter fashion, she spends many weeks of the year on the road, telling her stories in clubs, bars, cafes, concert halls and on the street. It is easy to stop and listen because she is genuine with a palpable passion in her songs. Her fourth album ‘Fuel for Dreaming’ has been met with a very positive response from her listeners.

TICKETS

€10 available online from WAV Tickets or Lo-Call 01 4780766 (9:30am-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

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

FRANC MOODY

Buy Tickets 2016 master ON SALE FRI 14th JUN, 9AM MCD Proudly presents

FRANC MOODY

plus support _ Main Venue _ After the enormous success of Franc Moody’s show at The Workman’s Club Dublin in April of this year, the disco-funk outfit return to Dublin for a headline show at Whelan’s on Thursday 3rd of October 2019.

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STOLEN CITY, NOBODYS HEROES, AMY NAESSENS, RYAN CAHILL & SYRENS

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STOLEN CITY NOBODYS HEROES AMY NAESSENS RYAN CAHILL SYRENS

^ Upstairs ^ In aid of Irish Society for Autism — — — — —

STOLEN CITY

https://www.facebook.com/OfficalStolenCity — — — — —

NOBODYS HEROES

https://www.facebook.com/band.nobodysheroes/ — — — — —

AMY NAESSENS

https://www.facebook.com/amynaessensmusic/ — — — — —

RYAN CAHILL

https://www.facebook.com/ryancahillmusic/ — — — — —

SYRENS

https://www.facebook.com/Syrensdublin/

TICKETS

ON SALE FRI 14th JUN, 9AM: €12 available online from WAV Tickets or Lo-Call 01 4780766 (9:30am-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

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

TBL8 [FREE ENTRY]

Free Entry 2016

TBL8

_ Main Venue _ TBL8 (pronounced ‘Table 8’) are an eclectically-inspired urban brass ensemble based in Dublin. Established in August 2017, TBL8 combines nearly 100 years’ worth of playing experience among its members who come from varied musical backgrounds.

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HONEYFEET

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HONEYFEET

plus support _ Main Venue _ “Reminds me of the first time I heard Amy Winehouse with the Dap Kings” – Chris Hawkins, BBC 6 Music “Great” – Jools Holland “A righteous blast of working class energy” — ClashMusic.com

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SOMA #031 ft. OTHERKIN

SOMA #031

featuring

OTHERKIN

plus SOMA Resident DJs DOORS 11PM CLICK HERE FOR GUEST LIST ^ Upstairs ^Facebook event Well… we’re in our 30’s now, no better way to celebrate than welcoming OTHERKIN back to the SOMA stage. This is the first Irish show the band has played in over 12 months and they’ll be playing a whole bunch of material for the first time. The last time the band played SOMA was to celebrate the release of their debut album OK and it was one of the sweatiest and craziest SOMA parties to date. We have a feeling Round 2 could be just as crazy.. click attending for free entry and get down early on the 28th as it’s set to be a very busy night! — — — — —

OTHERKIN

http://www.otherkinok.com/ https://www.facebook.com/otherkinOK/ https://twitter.com/otherkinok — — — — — As per usual we’ll have the SOMA Resident DJs spinning your favourite indie (&hip-hop) 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.

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FREE ADMISSION BEFORE 10:30PM – GUEST LIST VIA FACEBOOK EVENT Strictly over 18′s, I.D. may be required

TRAINMAN BLUES

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THIS GIG HAS BEEN

CANCELLED

REFUNDS FROM POINT OF SALE

SORRY FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE CAUSED

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TRAINMAN BLUES

plus support ^ Upstairs ^ Trainman Blues is the brainchild of Irish singer/songwriter Richard Farrell and Danish producer Laust ‘Krudtmejer’ Nielsen.

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BOBBY BASIL

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BOBBY BASIL

plus support ^ Upstairs ^ After releasing his debut solo project earlier this year, Bobby Basil has been impressing the public with his unique sound. Merging R&B, boom bap and trap he doesn’t fail to turn the heads of countless hip hop advocates in the Dublin music scene.

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FADE TO LIGHT

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FADE TO LIGHT

plus support ^ Upstairs ^ After multiple support appearances both upstairs and on the main stage in Whelan’s, Fade To Light are set to headline the upstairs stage for the first time. This promises to be a brilliant night so be sure to come along.

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