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Dissension Rising is an up and coming energetic Irish Rock Band. This will be their last Dublin show before they head to the USA with the “Sacerd Souls Stand Up Tour”.
Currently they are busy writing their Original material for their up coming EP, which although Rock has undertones of Blues.
Their Recent Release “Heaven Knows She’s Tried” was written by band members Vocalist Danni Carroll (Lyrics) and Lead Guitarist Keith Garrett (Music).
The Song was written to help create Awareness of Mental Health in young people and has a strong message, “you are not alone”.
Danni and Keith drew from their own experiences of Mental Health having battled their own Demons with Depression and Anxiety.
The Rockin sound of Dissension Rising is made up of five Musicians.
Vocalist, Danni Carroll originally from Dublin but now living in Kildare. Danni has an expressive voice with wonderful tones. Danni has a Family background in Music, her Mom Dorothea (Dee), her Uncle Danny (a Drummer who lives in LA and still gigging) and Grandfather Danny were both involved in the business since the 50s.
Danni has sang with other bands prior to forming Dissension Rising with Keith Garrett.
Lead Guitarist, Keith Garrett originally from Dublin now living in Kildare. Keith got hid love of Music from his Mom Hilary’s family. His maternal Grandmother was an accomplished Pianist and his Uncles still Musicians today. Keith has gleaned a reputation within the business for his guitar work and has played and recorded with other bands.
On Bass there is Va Lentas who hails from Lithuania. Va previously played with an AC/DC Covers band in Lithuania. He has a Rockin Funky sound to his Bass and his energy on stage is evident to everyone.
Dissension Rising’s Mr. Stix is Will Vara who comes from San Francisco but now lives in Dublin. Will has much experience, having played with great bands in the US. Will is an amazingly talented Drummer with great beats.
Finally 2nd Lead/ Rhythm is in the form of Rob Higgins. Rob also an AC/DC player. though the quiet man of the Band he certainly doesnt lack a Rockin style and a quiet confidance. Rob and Danni have previously played together with another band so are not stranger.
Together these Amazing Musicians form a band destined for the big time…..Dissension Rising.
Currently Gigging throughout Ireland, in July Dissension Rising will be Joining “Sacred Souls” on The Stand Up for what you Believe Tour in the USA, where they will be on Tour from July to August, Gigging in Kentucky for 4th of July, Independance Day following this in August the are Performing in France.
Dissension Rising look after each other both on stage and off, because Dissension Rising are not just a Band they are a Family.
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SKOPE
https://www.facebook.com/skopeofficialmusic
Skope are a three piece band from Dublin.
David Core, Lee Frayne and SOF.
The band formed in Mid 2014 and since then the band has played on Irish Radio and Played some of the top venues in Dublin. The band are currently finishing up there Debut Ep ‘ late for your own Funeral’ which was recorded in windmill lane studios.. They are working towards becoming a prominent name in The music industry
TICKETS
€10 available online from WAV Tickets or Lo-Call 1890 200 078 (1-8pm M-F, 4-8pm Sat)
– 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 DJ in the bar and Sonntags [Disco/House/Funk] upstairs from 11pm til late (Free Entry).
