MARK DIGNAM
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Whelan’s Upstairs • Fri 28th June 2024
Dublin-born Mark Dignam was raised in a working-class neighbourhood soaked in music.
In the late 1980s Mark and his friend Glen Hansard, began busking on Grafton Street, with Mic Christopher, Kila, Les Keye et al, they established a street performing phenomenon and are a storied part of Dublins’s music history.
Mark became a popular member of Dublin’s influential songwriter scene, performing at legendary sessions in historic venues such as: Whelan’s, The Bailey, McDaids, the International Bar, The Ruby Sessions to name a few.
A highly poetic writer, leaning into the folk-rock traditions of the past. Ireland’s ‘Hotpresss Magazine’ voted ‘Poetry and Songs from the Wheel’ one of it’s top ten debut albums of the year, and hailed Mark as a powerful voice on the singer/songwriter scene. He has since released a further four albums.
Well known for his deeply moving poetic lyrics and powerful vocals, Mark creates a strong connection with audiences.
Mark has lived in the USA for 20 years and regularly plays in NYC and his home State of PA, but still enjoys returning to Dublin regularly. After a sold out show in Little Whelan’s in 2023, Mark is returning to play in the larger ‘Upstairs’ room.
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TICKETS
€15 available online from Whelan’s – 50c per ticket service charge applies.
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 Silent Disco in the upstairs venue – Free Entry via front door until 10:30pm | Drinks Promos