Month: August 2019
GREYWIND
GREYWIND
plus support SPRINTS ^ Upstairs ^ “Greywind turned in the most exciting live set of Reading Festival. Make no mistake, they are headed for the big time.” – Louder Than War “Greywind produce huge, stadium ready alt-rock.” – PunktasticTHE BLIZZARDS
ON SALE FRI 30th AUG, 9AM
MCD proudly presents
THE BLIZZARDS
plus support _ Main Venue _ NEW ALBUM ‘The Last Great Algorithm’ Released 15 October 2019 NEW FILM ‘The Blizzards: Behind The Music’ Dublin Premiere, 20 Sept| Multi-award winning Irish power punk pop band The Blizzards are making an exciting triple announcement today with the release of an album, a film and a tour. The Blizzards, bruised and battered after releasing 2 albums with major labels, have decided to go it alone with the release of their highly anticipated third album “The Last Great Algorithm” independently. The albums release has been so long awaited that the band even made a film, “The Blizzards: Behind The Music”, cataloging the entire process with its’ Dublin premiere set to take place at the IFI next month. One of the most anticipated albums of the year, “The Last Great Algorithm” is available to pre order now from (INSERT LINK HERE) before it hits stores and goes live on all digital platforms on 15 October 2019. Produced by Philip Magee (Kodaline, The Script), “The Last Great Algorithm” presents exceptional levels of creative originality with first single “Who Would Want To Be In A Guitar Band?” available digitally from 20 September and dropping at radio today. Speaking of the single Bressie of The Blizzards said: “The track was borne out of the very considered feedback from a media playlister about the perception that one of our songs was “too guitary”. Shocked at realising that guitars were now illegal, we had two choices. Give up, or write this song. We gave up actually. But our manager kicked our asses so here’s the song we wrote to retaliate.” As if the album wasn’t enough to look forward to, a tell-all star studded short film that documents the band’s exploits over the past year is being released to the big screen with the Dublin premiere taking place in Dublin’s Irish Film Institute (IFI) on 20 September and follows its screening at the Galway Film Fleadh in July. A chance to get up close and personal with the band, the Jeff Doyle directed film, follows Bressie, Dec, Justin and Louize and their by all accounts, unorthodox, manager Duncan as they navigate the challenges of the music industry. The film features an array of big names sharing their impressions of the The Blizzards, from Picture This, to Laura Whitmore to Stormy Daniels. Tickets for the screening are available from www.ifi.ie today. Complete with an exclusive interview with the band followed by a live set. A busy few months awaits, with The Blizzards embarking on their UK and Ireland Tour in November 2019. Tickets for all dates are on sale this Friday 30 September. Visit Ticketmaster and local venue box offices for tickets. Out 20 September 2019 “Who Would Want To Be In A Guitar Band?”, is the first single taken from The Blizzards upcoming album ‘The Last Great Algorithm’, which is due for release on the 15 October, with the band premiering their short film in the IFI on 20 September 2019. Tickets for their upcoming UK and Irish Tour go on sale this Friday the 30 September at 9am.TICKETS
ON SALE FRI 30th AUG, 9AM: €23 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 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 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 PromosKHARTOUM
MIDNIGHT HOUR
presentsKHARTOUM
plus supportROB DE BOER
Upstairs@Whelan’s from Midnight. Doors: 11:45pm, FREE ENTRY Whelanslive.com are proud to bring you The Midnight Hour. Showcasing the best new talent in Ireland & beyond.NERVES, VANITY BLOOM & HALES LAKE
POST-POP 2019 TOUR
NERVES, VANITY BLOOM
plus support HALES LAKE ^ Upstairs ^ After an insane sold out show in whelans last April, Nerves and Vanity Bloom return to Whelan’s upstairs to wreck more heads of individuals walking by the place on Wexford Street.DELORENTOS
Whelanslive.com presents
DELORENTOS
“A Decade of S.E.C.R.E.T.s (and more)” plus support _ Main Venue _ Delorentos will close the decade with four shows in Ireland celebrating the 10th Birthday of their bestloved composition, S.E.C.R.E.T.LETHAL DIALECT
A LAZARUS SOUL
BANG BANG ROMEO
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THIS GIG HAS BEEN
POSTPONED
RESCHEDULED DATE TBC
SORRY FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE CAUSED
ORIGINAL TICKETS WILL STILL BE VALID OR REFUNDS FROM POINT OF SALE
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Statement from the band: “Break a leg” they said… Well, our Rich took that a little too literally and broke his foot during mid set show in Birmingham on Saturday.. (he cracked a rib in Bristol too but who’s counting). Unfortunately we will have to reschedule our shows in Belfast and Dublin as the doctors have said he cannot fly with a break. Refunds will be available from point of purchase. Huge apologies to anyone that’s made plans for these shows! We’re dying to play our first headline gigs in Ireland and always want to do our best to play our shows regardless of what’s happened. We’ll see you very soon we promise! X — — — — — MCD proudly presentsBANG BANG ROMEO
plus support
^ Upstairs ^
The ability to create a wonder-filled world of their own is one that has been possessed by some of music’s most exciting and memorable artists, from David Bowie to Radiohead and many more in between.
ALGIERS
MCD proudly presents
ALGIERS
plus support SKINNER _ Main Venue _ ALGIERS are a politically conscious indie rock band who combine elements of post-punk and no wave with blues and gospel.MARC O’REILLY
LIVE FROM THE WINDOW w/ THE DUBLIN BLUES CARTEL
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THIS GIG HAS BEEN
CANCELLED
DUE TO THE ONGOING CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK
SORRY FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE CAUSED
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Whelanslive.com presentsTHE DUBLIN BLUES CARTEL
– PLAY THE FRONT BAR –
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.
LIVE FROM THE WINDOW w/ THE DUBLIN BLUES CARTEL
Whelanslive.com presents
THE DUBLIN BLUES CARTEL
– PLAY THE FRONT BAR – 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.LIVE FROM THE WINDOW w/ THE DUBLIN BLUES CARTEL
Whelanslive.com presents
THE DUBLIN BLUES CARTEL
– PLAY THE FRONT BAR – 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.LIVE FROM THE WINDOW w/ THE DUBLIN BLUES CARTEL
Whelanslive.com presents
THE DUBLIN BLUES CARTEL
– PLAY THE FRONT BAR – 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.LIVE FROM THE WINDOW w/ THE DUBLIN BLUES CARTEL
Whelanslive.com presents
THE DUBLIN BLUES CARTEL
– PLAY THE FRONT BAR – 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.LIVE FROM THE WINDOW w/ THE DUBLIN BLUES CARTEL
Whelanslive.com presents
THE DUBLIN BLUES CARTEL
– PLAY THE FRONT BAR – 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.LIVE FROM THE WINDOW w/ THE DUBLIN BLUES CARTEL
Whelanslive.com presents
THE DUBLIN BLUES CARTEL
– PLAY THE FRONT BAR – 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.LIVE FROM THE WINDOW w/ THE DUBLIN BLUES CARTEL
Whelanslive.com presents
THE DUBLIN BLUES CARTEL
– PLAY THE FRONT BAR – 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.MIDNIGHT HOUR w/ KASMS + KK LEWIS
MIDNIGHT HOUR
presentsKASMS
plus supportKK LEWIS
Upstairs@Whelan’s from Midnight. Doors: 11:45pm, Sign up for GUEST LIST Whelanslive.com are proud to bring you The Midnight Hour. Showcasing the best new talent in Ireland & beyond.SOMA #033 ft. ALEX GOUGH, MALAKI & RTL
SOMA #033
featuringALEX GOUGH, MALAKI & RTL
plus SOMA Resident DJs DOORS 11PM CLICK HERE FOR GUEST LIST ^ Upstairs ^ SOMA #033 ft. Alex Gough, Malaki & RTL BluuWoods WE’RE BACK WITH A TWIST. This month we’re shaking things up with some of Irelands’ finest new urban, hip-hop, lo-fi and groove lead wordsmiths. You know the drill at this stage, click attending on this event and you’ll get free entry on the night. Otherwise it’s €10 on the door x Listen to Alex Gough: Listen to Malaki Listen to RTL BluuWoods: *CLICK ATTENDING FOR FREE GUESTLIST* Doors at 11pm As per usual we’ll have the SOMA Resident DJs spinning your favorite 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.TICKETS
FREE ADMISSION BEFORE 10:30PM – GUEST LIST VIA FACEBOOK EVENT Strictly over 18′s, I.D. may be requiredMIDNIGHT HOUR w/ PLASTIC COWBOYS + AUDIBLE CHOCOLATE
MIDNIGHT HOUR
presentsPLASTIC COWBOYS
plus supportAUDIBLE CHOCOLATE
Upstairs@Whelan’s from Midnight. Doors: 11:45pm, FREE ENTRY Whelanslive.com are proud to bring you The Midnight Hour. Showcasing the best new talent in Ireland & beyond.RTL.BLUUWOODS
EVERYONE YOU KNOW
MIDNIGHT HOUR w/ INSIDEAWAVE & TV PEOPLE
MIDNIGHT HOUR
presentsINSIDEAWAVE
plus supportTV PEOPLE
Upstairs@Whelan’s from Midnight. Doors: 11:45pm, FREE ENTRY Whelanslive.com are proud to bring you The Midnight Hour. Showcasing the best new talent in Ireland & beyond.HAPPYALONE
MCD proudly presents
HAPPYALONE
plus support ^ Upstairs ^TICKETS
€12.50 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
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.DIRTY SEXY MONEY
Loud Room Events presents
DIRTY SEXY MONEY
plus support THE RUDE DUDEZ ^ Upstairs ^ Dirty Sexy Money is a multi national collective of artists from all over the world. Irish based, they met almost 2 years ago with similar passion of art and love for the same style of musicSTEVE BENNETT
OFF BOOK PODCAST
JAMES BARKER BAND
THE LOST MESSIAHS (Album Launch)
THE LOST MESSIAHS
ALBUM LAUNCH plus support ^ Upstairs ^ The Lost Messiahs will release their new album ‘Deconstruction of the Mind’ in July 2019. The album will contain 10 original songs written and produced by the band’s founder member, guitar player and owner of Golden Egg Studios, Ollie Plunkett and features James O ConnorTHE MENZINGERS
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THIS EVENT HAS BEEN
CANCELLED
REFUNDS FROM POINT OF SALE
SORRY FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE CAUSED
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Cancelled due to Ferry cancellation. Demented Promotions presentTHE MENZINGERS
plus support _ Main Venue _TICKETS
AFTER THE GIG
Whelan’s Silent Disco from 10:30pm – 2 DJs, just pick the one you like best [Free Entry] plus Late Bar.GRÁINNE MAGUIRE
Lisa Richards presents
GRÁINNE MAGUIRE
GUYS…IT’S PROBLEMATIC plus support ^ Upstairs ^ Award-winning comedian Gráinne Maguire (Dave’s UnSpun, BBC One’s This Week, RTE’s Cutting Edge and Radio 4’s Now Show) comes to Whelan’s with a sparkling, exhilarating and life-affirming show about why we should all be Team Titanic.DRAGONFLY
SHOOTER JENNINGS (FULL BAND)
TUSKS
MCD proudly presents
TUSKS
plus support ^ Upstairs ^ Tusks presents the introspective indie electronica of London-based English singer/songwriter/producer Emily Underhill. Underhill debuted her plaintive sound and off-kilter detailing on the self-made, self-released Snow EP in February 2012 using her own name.THE TESKEY BROTHERS
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THIS GIG HAS BEEN
MOVED TO THE ACADEMY
ORIGINAL TICKETS STILL VALID
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MCD proudly presentsTHE TESKEY BROTHERS
plus support
_ Main Venue _
The Teskey Brothers are a rare musical gem.
Honouring that old school Motown sound and working it into something of their very own
THESE CHARMING MEN
STEPHEN ROBINSON, OH BRYAN & STINA
JYELLOWL
ALL IN THIS TOGETHER ft. FIELDS & EMMA LANGFORD
in aid of Dogs Trust