HamsandwicH, A Bad Cavalier, Franklyn and New Portals live at the Empire Music Hall in Belfast. Photos by Sara Marsden.
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Hermitage Green live at the Academy in Dublin. Photos by Peter O’Hanlon.
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With my ears having gone through the mill during night one of Reverberation, it was only right to see if they could last for the duration of round two! First up to the mound was Derry duo Fabric, who really falls into the post-punk side of things as opposed to psych rock. Ruairi Coyle (Percussion/Drums & Backing Vocals) and Lorcan Hamilton (Bass & Lead Vocals) manage to put on quite the performance, which considering the low turnout for their slot, they can only be applauded for. There are hints of Joy Division, Young Marble Giants and Gang of Four dotted…
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Paddy Hanna live at Brewery Corner in Kilkenny. Photos by Ian McDonnell.
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Silences live at Bar Sub in Belfast with support from Brand New Friend and Son of the Hound. Photos by Sara Marsden.
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Giant Sand and Jason Lytle live at Roisin Dubh in Galway. Photos by Patrizio Mancuso.
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As we tentatively approach the summer galleries are beginning to launch their summer shows and draw their spring endeavours to a close. This looking ahead while checking back is one of the key themes across the exhibitions chosen for this edition of Picture This. The future of Ireland, her art and the wider contemporary art landscape is discussed in shows such as 2116 in Cork, EVA International in Limerick and Phototropism in Dublin. Casting our minds back forms the centrepiece of the Peter Dressler show in Belfast as the work or the late German photographer takes centre stage, this revisionary…
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There’s been something special brewing in Ireland for the last year or so. If you’ve been lucky you’ve caught glimpses of it here and there, or heard the rumours; something big from the Mid-West. Something new. But after nearly a full year of hor d’ouvres in the shape of feverish shows and tantalising single track releases one of Ireland’s most exciting bands finally has a full album to offer. And while it’s justifiably whipping critics and fans into a frenzy, many know that for the full Rusangano Family hip hop experience you’ve got to see it live. So while the…
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Monster Monster live at Brewery Corner in Kilkenny over the weekend. Photos by Ian McDonnell.
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HamsandwicH played an intimate show at the Roisin Dubh in Galway over the weekend and Patrizio Mancuso was on hand to get some great photos. We’d also like to wish Niamh a very happy birthday!