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Tue
26
Oct
2021
Wed
27
Oct
2021

Cory Wong
The Button Factory
Dublin

Grammy-nominated guitarist, bassist & songwriter Cory Wong is set to play the Button Factory on October 26 & 27, with the former date added due to demand.

One of the many hugely talented multi-instrumentalists of funk heteroglot Vulfpeck, he's originally from Minnesota and plays guitar with them.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster from €25.
Thu
28
Oct
2021

Just Mustard
The Grand Social
Dublin

Atmospheric, wall-of-sound-wielding trip-hop & shoegaze-influenced Dundalk quintet Just Mustard, having just announced their signing with Partisan Records, are set to headline the Grand Social on October 28. Check them out live for Boiler Room.
Fri
29
Oct
2021

The Altered Hours
Cyprus Avenue
Cork

Cork psych masters The Altered Hours are set to embark on an Irish tour throughout Autumn, following the release of a string of singles and their signing with Pizza Pizza Records. They play Cork's Cyprus Avenue on October 29. Check out new single 'Radiant Wound'.

Tickets are available from Cyprus Avenue.
Fri
29
Oct
2021

Mad Professor Dubs Massive Attack's Mezzanine
The Sugar Club
Dublin

Mad Professor is set to perform a dub Mezzanine show, as requested by Massive Attack, at the Sugar Club on October 29.

A 2 hour show in two parts, featuring both his Mezzanine show, as well as the Mad Professor live Dub show featuring classics from throughout his 40 year career and other dub reggae classics. This is Mad Professor’s first Dublin show of any kind since 2014, and will feature a guest vocalist from his legendary Ariwa label.

Supporting is Enda of Dublin's Firehouse Skank.

Tickets cost €16 from Selective Memory. Doors open at 11.30pm.
Fri
29
Oct
2021

Nealo
The Button Factory
Dublin

Dublin hip-hop artist Nealo celebrates the first anniversary of debut album, All The Leaves Are Falling with a show at the Button Factory on October 29. Watch the video for Nealo & Uly's 'You Can't Go Home Again'.

Tickets are available, priced €20, here. Doors open at 8pm.
Sat
30
Oct
2021

Gruff Rhys
Liberty Hall
Dublin

Welsh musician & Super Furry Animals main man Gruff Rhys plays Dublin's Liberty Hall on October 30. This follows the September release of new album Seeking New Gods - check out 'Loan Your Loneliness'.

Tickets for the shows cost €25.00 from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8pm.
Sat
30
Oct
2021

Yussef Dayes
Pepper Canister Church
Dublin

One of the UK's most exciting, innovative young drummers and producers Yussef Dayes, is set to make his Irish debut at the Pepper Canister Church on October 30. Check out 'Nightrider'.

Tickets are priced €24.50 from Selective Memory. Doors open at 8pm.
Tue
02
Nov
2021

Villagers
Cork Opera House
Cork

Conor O'Brien's Villagers are set to play Cork Opera House on November 2, following the release of new album Fever Dreams. Watch the video for 'The First Day'

Tickets are priced €33 from Cyprus Avenue. Doors open at 7pm.
Thu
04
Nov
2021

The Altered Hours
Roisin Dubh
Galway

Cork psych masters The Altered Hours are set to embark on an Irish tour throughout Autumn, following the release of a string of singles and their signing with Pizza Pizza Records. They play The Roisin Dubh on November 4. Check out new single 'Radiant Wound'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster, priced €14.85. Doors open at 8pm.
Sat
06
Nov
2021

Brigid Mae Power
The Workman's Club
Dublin

One of Ireland's foremost voices in folk music, Brigid Mae Power is set to headline the Workman's Club on November 6, following on from her last album Head Above The Water, out in 2020. Watch the video for 'Wedding Of A Friend'.

Tickets cost €16 from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8pm.
Sat
06
Nov
2021
Sun
07
Nov
2021

Mick Flannery & Susan O'Neill
Whelan's
Dublin

Veteran Irish singer-songwriter Mick Flannery and newcomer & multi-instrumentalist/songwriter Susan O'Neill have teamed up for collaborative album In The Game. They're set to launch it with a performance at Whelan's on November 6 & 7.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8pm.
Mon
08
Nov
2021

NewDad
Ulster Sports Club
Belfast

Following the release of their highly successful debut EP Waves, indie-pop outfit NewDad are set to play the Ulster Sports Club on November 8.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster.
Tue
09
Nov
2021

Paul Weller
Ulster Hall
Belfast

Brit-rock icon Paul Weller returns to Belfast to play the Ulster Hall on November 9.

Known for his work with The Jam, before forming The Style Council, he's often called The Modfather for his contributions to the revival of Mod culture in the '70s & '80s. This show follows 27th album On Sunset.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7pm.
Tue
09
Nov
2021

Black Midi
Vicar Street
Dublin

One of the hottest prospects in guitar music today, Black Midi are set to bring their incredible live show to Vicar Street on November 9, off the back of the release of their second album.

Watch their acclaimed recent KEXP session.

Tickets are priced €25, available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8.30pm.
Wed
10
Nov
2021
Thu
11
Nov
2021

Paul Weller
Olympia Theatre
Dublin

Brit-rock icon Paul Weller returns to Dublin to headline the Olympia on November 10 & 11.

Known for his work with The Jam, before forming The Style Council, he's often called The Modfather for his contributions to the revival of Mod culture in the '70s & '80s. This show follows 27th album On Sunset.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7pm.
Wed
10
Nov
2021

NewDad
Roisin Dubh
Galway

Following the release of their highly successful debut EP Waves, indie-pop outfit NewDad are set to play Galway's Roisin Dubh on November 10.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster, priced €13.
Wed
10
Nov
2021

Peter Hook & The Light
The Big Top
Limerick

Peter Hook & The Light return to Ireland for three dates to celebrate Joy Division's near-perfect pair of albums, Unknown Pleasures and Closer, as well as B-sides & singles, with an opening set of New Order material. It's the ultimate show for any fans of Joy Division & Peter Hook, whose performances consistently generate acclaim. They play Limerick's Big Top on November 10.

Tickets are priced €39.50 from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7pm.
Thu
11
Nov
2021

NewDad
The Workman's Club
Dublin

Following the release of their highly successful debut EP Waves, indie-pop outfit NewDad are set to play Dublin's Workman's Club on November 11.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster, priced €13.
Thu
11
Nov
2021

Willy Mason
Whelan's
Dublin

Singer-songwriter Willy Mason has announced a show at Whelan's on November 11. This follows his new album Already Dead - check out single 'Take It Off'.

Tickets are priced €16 from Tickets.ie.
Thu
11
Nov
2021

William Basinski
Pepper Canister Church
Dublin

Musical pioneer, composer and all-round innovator William Basinski makes his Dublin debut at the Pepper Canister Church on November 11 on what's sure to be a sellout date.

Employing obsolete technology and analogue tape loops, Basinski’s haunting and melancholy soundscapes explore the temporal nature of life and resound with the reverberations of memory and the mystery of time.

Since the seminal work The Disintegration Loops, he has constantly pushed boundaries of contemporary music, with his latest release being Lamentations, from late 2020.

Tickets are available from Selective Memory, priced €22.50. Doors open at 8pm.
Thu
11
Nov
2021

Peter Hook & The Light
Olympia Theatre
Dublin

Peter Hook & The Light return to Ireland for three dates to celebrate Joy Division's near-perfect pair of albums, Unknown Pleasures and Closer, as well as B-sides & singles, with an opening set of New Order material. It's the ultimate show for any fans of Joy Division & Peter Hook, whose performances consistently generate acclaim. They play the Olympia on November 11.

Tickets are priced €40 from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7pm.
Fri
12
Nov
2021

Cut Copy
Whelan's
Dublin

Whelan's hosts a show from Dan Whitford-led project Cut Copy on November 12, following a rescheduling.

The Melbourne quartet recently released new album Freeze, Melt, which turns inward from their synth-pop craft, which began as an outlet for Whitford's bedroom recordings. Watch the video for 'Cold Water'.

Tickets are available from Selective Memory, priced €22.50.
Fri
12
Nov
2021

Peter Hook & The Light
Limelight 1
Belfast

Peter Hook & The Light return to Ireland for three dates to celebrate Joy Division's near-perfect pair of albums, Unknown Pleasures and Closer, as well as B-sides & singles, with an opening set of New Order material. It's the ultimate show for any fans of Joy Division & Peter Hook, whose performances consistently generate acclaim. They play Belfast's Limelight 1 on November 12.

Tickets are priced £36 from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7pm.
Sat
13
Nov
2021

The Altered Hours
Dolans Warehouse
Limerick

Cork psych masters The Altered Hours are set to embark on an Irish tour throughout Autumn, following the release of a string of singles and their signing with Pizza Pizza Records. They play Dolans Warehouse, Limerick on November 13. Check out new single 'Radiant Wound'.

Tickets are available from Dolans.
Sat
13
Nov
2021

Paul Weller
Leisureland
Galway

Brit-rock icon Paul Weller is set to play Galway's Leisureland on November 13.

Known for his work with The Jam, before forming The Style Council, he's often called The Modfather for his contributions to the revival of Mod culture in the '70s & '80s. This show follows 27th album On Sunset.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7pm.
Sat
13
Nov
2021
Sun
14
Nov
2021

DMA's
The Academy
Dublin

Aussie Britpop revivalists DMA's are set to play the Academy on November 13 & 14, following the release of third album, The Glow. Listen to new single 'Life Is A Game Of Changing'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster, priced €24. Doors open at 7pm.
Sat
13
Nov
2021

Fears & Laura Groves
Pepper Canister Church
Dublin

Having released one of the finest Irish albums of 2021 so far in Oíche, Constance Keane, aka Fears is set to headline the Pepper Canister Church on November 13 as part of a new performance experience for ambient, & experimental artists. Watch the video for 'tonnta'.

Expect a fully immersive, stimulating performance that takes place with a sensitivity to its setting and music. Supporting is English Bella Union-signed multi-instrumentalist & songwriter Laura Groves.

Tickets are priced €16.50 from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8pm.
Tue
16
Nov
2021

Síomha
Cyprus Avenue
Cork

Bilingual folk & jazz-tinged neo-soul singer Síomha is set to play Cyprus Avenue on November 16. Having made a fan of the likes of Vulpeck's Joe Dart, she's developed her craft across the world, touring with the Ollam. Her debut album is set for release later in the year.

Tickets are priced €15 from Cyprus Avenue. Doors open at 7pm.
Tue
16
Nov
2021

DMA's
Limelight 1
Belfast

Aussie Britpop revivalists DMA's are set to play the Limelight on November 16 to finish up their extensive UK & Ireland tour, following the release of third album, The Glow. Listen to new single 'Life Is A Game Of Changing'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster, priced £23.50. Doors open at 7pm.
Wed
17
Nov
2021

Stefan Murphy w/Young Smith
Whelan's
Dublin

Rootsy songsmith Stefan Murphy headlines Whelan's on November 17, following some rescheduled dates.

Formerly of the Mighty Stef, he made four albums, touring the US & Europe, before changing to Count Vaseline. He's recently started to perform under his own name, with a debut album set for release this year. Watch the video for 'Dry Cider'.

Supporting is former Fonda Man Liam O'Connor, aka Young Smith.

Tickets cost €14 from Selective Memory and WAV Tickets. Doors open at 8pm.
Wed
17
Nov
2021

Tolü Makay
Cyprus Avenue
Cork

Fast-rising Afro-Irish singer Tolü Makay plays Cyprus Avenue on November 17. Check her out live with the RTÉ Concert Orchestra.

Tickets cost €15 - available here - and doors open at 7pm.
Wed
17
Nov
2021

Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs
The Empire Music Hall
Belfast

Newcastle-upon-Tyne psychedelic stoner rock band Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs play Belfast's Empire on November 17, following its postponement.

A heady brew of physically moving space rock, cosmische, doom and psych, they're one of the finest & most dynamic live bands in the genre. Check out the excellent video for 'Reducer', from their most recent album, Viscerals.

Tickets (original remaining valid) cost £18 from Open House. Doors open at 7.30pm.
Thu
18
Nov
2021

The Lounge Society
McHugh's Bar
Belfast

Yorkshire post-punks The Lounge Society are set to play McHugh's on November 18. Check out 'Cain's Heresy', out via Speedy Wunderground.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7pm.
Thu
18
Nov
2021

Niamh Regan
Whelan's
Dublin

Galwegian singer-songwriter Niamh Regan is set to play Whelan's on November 18. The Choice Music Prize nominee released her debut album Hemet in 2020, drawing comparisons to Nick Drake, Laura Marling, Lisa Hannigan and the likes.

Tickets are available from Tickets.ie and Ticketmaster,
Fri
19
Nov
2021

Dublin Gospel Choir w/Kitt Philippa & U.M.A.N.
Pepper Canister Church
Dublin

Ireland's foremost expression of gospel music, the Dublin Gospel Choir perform at Pepper Canister Church on November 19, following their St Patrick's Day reschedulings. All tickets remain valid.

The group can expand from small ensemble to a 40 piece choir, and have shared the stage with the likes of Rod Stewart, Outkast & Ennio Morricone. On the night, they'll be joined by Kitt Philippa, whose NI Music Prize-winning debut album Human came out at in October 2019 to huge acclaim. Also playing is Brian Flanagan, aka U.M.A.N.

Tickets are available here, priced €20. The show begins at 8pm on both nights.
Fri
19
Nov
2021

Joshua Burnside & Dani Larkin
Dolan's Warehouse
Limerick

Having released his long-awaited, and hugely acclaimed second album Into The Depths of Hell, alt. folk singer-songwriter Joshua Burnside plays a co-headline date with singer-songwriter Dani Larkin at Dolan's on November 19.

Watch the video for Burnside's 'War On Everything' and check out Dani's Eastside Session.

Tickets are available from Dolan's. Doors open at 8pm.
Fri
19
Nov
2021

Kelly Lee Owens
Button Factory
Dublin

Kelly Lee Owens plays her live Irish debut show at the Button Factory on November 19, rescheduled from April. The convention-blurring techno producer/singer-songwriter is unlike anyone in the world of electronic music right now, and her second album, Inner Song, is out now. Watch the video for 'On'.

Tickets are priced €15 from Selective Memory. Doors open at 8pm.
Sat
20
Nov
2021

Mount Alaska w/Slow Moving Cloud
Pepper Canister Church
Dublin

Dublin's Pepper Canister Church holds a Selective Memory show headed by Mount Alaska on November 20, a year on from its originally-intended date in 2020.

The ambient electronic outfit wrote their latest album with the concept in mind to create a soundtrack for a TV show that doesn't exist. It was written, recorded & produced by duo Stephen Shannon & Cillian McDonnell, who've worked on film soundtracks over the last number of years. Check them out on Bandcamp.

Supporting are Slow Moving Clouds.

Tickets are available from Selective Memory, priced €15.
Sat
20
Nov
2021

Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs
Whelan's
Dublin

Newcastle-upon-Tyne psychedelic stoner rock band Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs play Whelan's on November 20, following its postponement.

A heady brew of physically moving space rock, cosmische, doom and psych, they're one of the finest & most dynamic live bands in the genre. Check out the excellent video for 'Reducer', from their most recent album, Viscerals.

Tickets (original remaining valid) cost €20 from Ticketmaster & Wav Tickets. Doors open at 8.30pm.
Sat
20
Nov
2021

Wyvern Lingo
Roisin Dubh
Galway

Bray indie-pop trio Wyvern Lingo play Galway's Roisin Dubh on November 20 in their first date after the release of second album Awake You Lie. Check out the video for 'Don't Say It'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8pm.
Sat
20
Nov
2021

Ichika Aoba
The Workman's Cellar
Dublin

Making her Irish debut at the Workman's Cellar, Ichiko Aoba is set to play the Workman's Cellar on November 20. She has worked on Zelda, Studio Ghibli and Disney productions, collaborated with Cornelius and release six studio albums - check out the video for 'Porcelain'.

Tickets are priced €18.50 from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8pm.
Sun
21
Nov
2021

Sleaford Mods
The Olympia Theatre
Dublin

Following the January release of sixth album Spare Ribs, Nottingham electronic punk duo Sleaford Mods return to play the Olympia Theatre on November 21.

Comprised of Jason Williamson's words & voice, and Andrew Fearn's beats, they're one of their generation's foremost voices of social commentary and consistently one of the most engaging live acts in the world without frills, lacking so much as a proper stand for their laptop - beer crates, normally. Here's 'Jolly Fucker'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster, priced €29. Doors open at 7pm.
Sun
21
Nov
2021

Ailbhe Reddy
Winthrop Avenue
Cork

Singer-songwriter Ailbhe Reddy, having released her debut album Personal History last year, is set to play an intimate show at Cork's Winthrop Avenue on November 21.

Tickets are available here, priced €15. Doors open at 7.30pm.
Mon
22
Nov
2021

The Charlatans
Limelight 1
Belfast

As part of their Covid-delayed 30th Anniversary tour, Manchester indie legends The Charlatans play the Limelight 1 on November 22.

Maintaining a shocking consistency across a career that's seen them notch 13 top 40 albums, expect a fully-fledged greatest hits set from them.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7pm.
Tue
23
Nov
2021

Ane Brun
Vicar Street
Dublin

Following the release of her first original album in five years, Stockholm-based Norwegian songstress Ane Brun plays Vicar Street on November 23, postponed from 2020 dates. This follows her last sold out show in the venue in 2016 in support of 2015 LP When I'm Free.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8.30pm.
Tue
23
Nov
2021

The Charlatans
Olympia Theatre
Dublin

As part of their Covid-delayed 30th Anniversary tour, Manchester indie legends The Charlatans play Dublin's Olympia Theatre on November 23.

Maintaining a shocking consistency across a career that's seen them notch 13 top 40 albums, expect a fully-fledged greatest hits set from them.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7pm.
Wed
24
Nov
2021
Thu
25
Nov
2021

Glass Animals
Olympia Theatre
Dublin

Following the release of new album Dreamland, Glass Animals are set to play the Olympia Theatre on November 24 & 25 - the latter added after the quick sellout of the first night. Watch the video for 'Dreamland'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster, priced €24.90. Doors open at 7pm.
Wed
24
Nov
2021

Sepultura, Sacred Reich & Crowbar
The Academy
Dublin

Brazilian metal act Sepultura are set to return to Dublin on November 24, headlining the Academy in an excellent bill, following their new release, Quadra.

Supporting are Sacred Reich and Crowbar.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 6.30pm.
Wed
24
Nov
2021

A. Smyth
The Grand Social
Dublin

Following the release of debut album Last Animals in February, singer-songwriter A. Smyth headlines The Grand Social on November 24. Check out recent single 'Tempt'.

Tickets cost €14.50 from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8pm.
Wed
24
Nov
2021

Molchat Doma
Whelan's
Dublin

Belarusian post-punk/new wave trio Molchat Doma are set to play Whelan's on November 24. Founded in Minsk in 2017, their dark synthwave saw them signed to Sacred Bones - check them out here.

Tickets cost €20 from Selective Memory.
Thu
25
Nov
2021

Dani Larkin
Roisin Dubh
Galway

Following the release of her debut album Notes For A Maiden Warrior in June, Dani Larkin is set to play the Roisin Dubh on November 25.

Tickets cost €11 from Roisin Dubh. Doors open at 8pm.
Fri
26
Nov
2021

The Altered Hours
The Grand Social
Dublin

Cork psych masters The Altered Hours are set to embark on an Irish tour throughout Autumn, following the release of a string of singles and their signing with Pizza Pizza Records. They play The Grand Social on November 26. Check out new single 'Radiant Wound'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster, priced €15. Doors open at 8pm.
Fri
26
Nov
2021
Sat
27
Nov
2021

Leon Vynehall (Live)
Pepper Canister Church
Dublin

Selective Memory bring British producer Leon Vynehall to the Pepper Canister Church for his first full live Irish shows on November 26 & 27. He'll be playing tracks from across his entire career, including new album Rare, Forever, which has been hailed as a triumph of post-punk & electronica.

Tickets cost €20 from Selective Memory. Doors open at 8pm
Fri
26
Nov
2021

Modeselektor 4-Hour DJ Set
The Button Factory
Dublin

One of the true legends of club music, Modeselektor are set to play a 4 hour set as part of the first ever Strings club night at the Button Factory on November 26. Formed in the early 90s as part of the Berlin outskirts rave scene, they've become part of the fabric of club music, often crossing over into the wider world of electronic music.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 11pm.
Sat
27
Nov
2021

Lebanon Hanover w/A Ritual Sea
Whelan's
Dublin

Post-punk act Lebanon Hanover play Whelan's on October 9 in their Irish debut. Comprising the duo of Larissa Iceglass & William Maybelline, this date follows the sixth album for the retro pop culture mining act. Watch the video for 'Gallowdance'.

Tickets are available from Selective Memory, priced €20. Doors open at 8pm.
Sat
27
Nov
2021

Kojaque
Cyprus Avenue
Cork

Having announced his new album Town's Dead, Dublin rapper Kojaque plays Cyprus Avenue on November 27.

Following Kojaque's game-changing debut concept LP Deli Daydreams - nominated for a Choice Music Prize, and placing high on our own end-of-year list - the filmmaker and visual artist has embarked on a number of projects and collaborations. Check out 'No Hands'.

Tickets, priced €17.50, are available from Cyprus Avenue. Doors open at 7pm.
Sat
27
Nov
2021

Eagles of Death Metal
The Academy
Dublin

Comedy rock n' rollers Eagles of Death Metal play the Academy on November 27. Formed in the Palm Desert by Josh Homme and frontman Jesse Hughes, they've released five studio albums to date.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7pm.
Sun
28
Nov
2021

Dani Larkin
Spirit Store
Dundalk

Following the release of her debut album Notes For A Maiden Warrior in June, Dani Larkin is set to play the Dundalk's Spirit Store on November 28.

Tickets cost €11.50 from the Spirit Store. Doors open at 8pm.
Sun
28
Nov
2021

Eagles of Death Metal
Limelight 1
Belfast

Comedy rock n' rollers Eagles of Death Metal play the Limelight 1 on November 28. Formed in the Palm Desert by Josh Homme and frontman Jesse Hughes, they've released five studio albums to date.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7pm.
Sun
28
Nov
2021

Saint Sister
Olympia Theatre
Dublin

Pop duo Saint Sister are set to launch their second album Where I Should End with a performance at the Olympia Theatre on November 28.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster, priced €29.
Mon
29
Nov
2021

Madness w/Squeeze
3Arena
Dublin

Ska/pop legends Madness kick off their UK & Irish tour with a date at the 3Arena on November 29. Supporting are Squeeze.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster, priced €49.95.
Mon
29
Nov
2021

We Are Scientists
Whelan's
Dublin

New York power-pop duo We Are Scientists return to Whelan's on November 29.

Formed in 2000 around guitarist/vocalist Keith Murray & bassist Chris Cain, they broke through with their successful first pair of albums, With Love and Squalor and Brain Thrust Mastery. Taken from their first album in three years, Huffy, check out 'Contact High'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8pm.
Tue
30
Nov
2021

We Are Scientists
Limelight 2
Belfast

New York power-pop duo We Are Scientists return to the Limelight 2 on November 30.

Formed in 2000 around guitarist/vocalist Keith Murray & bassist Chris Cain, they broke through with their successful first pair of albums, With Love and Squalor and Brain Thrust Mastery. Taken from their first album in three years, Huffy, check out 'Contact High'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster and Katy's Bar. Doors open at 7pm.
Tue
30
Nov
2021
Wed
01
Dec
2021

Wyvern Lingo
Whelan's
Dublin

Bray indie-pop trio Wyvern Lingo play Whelan's on November 30 & December 1 in their first dates after the release of second album Awake You Lie. Check out the video for 'Don't Say It'.

Tickets are priced €23 from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8pm.
Wed
01
Dec
2021

The Mary Wallopers
Dolans Warehouse
Limerick

Irish folksong balladeers The Mary Wallopers, who helped many of us through the pandemic with their house-bar livestreams, are set to headline Dolans Warehouse, Limerick on December 1. Watch them live here.

Tickets are available from Dolans.
Thu
02
Dec
2021

Pillow Queens
Ulster Sports Club
Belfast

Following the release of their long-awaited, highly-acclaimed debut album In waiting, Pillow Queens hold a Belfast launch date on December 2, rescheuled from March. Long one of Ireland's finest guitar-pop bands, check out the video for 'Liffey'.

Tickets are now sold out.
Fri
03
Dec
2021

Dani Larkin
Winthrop Avenue
Cork

Following the release of her debut album Notes For A Maiden Warrior in June, Dani Larkin is set to play Winthrop Avenue, Cork on December 3.

Tickets cost €10 from Eventbrite Doors open at 7.30pm.
Fri
03
Dec
2021

Pretty Happy
Kasbah Social Club
Limerick

Cork alternative rockers Pretty Happy play the Limerick's Kasbah Social Club on December 3. Check out the video for 'Sea Sea Sea' from the fast-rising trio.

Tickets are priced €10 from Dolans. Doors open at 9pm.
Sat
04
Dec
2021

We Were Promised Jetpacks
Whelan's
Dublin

Scottish indie act We Were Promised Jetpacks play Whelans on December 4, following the release of their fifth album. Check them out Live on KEXP.

Tickets cost €21 from Ticketmaster.
Sat
04
Dec
2021

Pillow Queens
Spirit Store
Dundalk

Following the release of highly-acclaimed debut album In Waiting, Pillow Queens hold the Dundalk leg of their launch tour on December 4 at the Spirit Store. Long one of Ireland's finest guitar-pop bands, check out the video for 'Liffey'.
Sat
04
Dec
2021

Pretty Happy
The Workman's Cellar
Dublin

Cork alternative rockers Pretty Happy play the Workman's Cellar on December 4. Check out the video for 'Sea Sea Sea' from the fast-rising trio.

Tickets are priced €12.50 from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8pm.
Sun
05
Dec
2021

Dani Larkin
Upstairs @ Whelan's
Dublin

Following the release of her debut album Notes For A Maiden Warrior in June, Dani Larkin is set to play upstairs at Whelan's on December 5.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8pm.
Sun
05
Dec
2021

Pillow Queens
Sandino's
Derry

Following the release of highly-acclaimed debut album In Waiting, Pillow Queens hold the Derry leg of their launch tour on December 5 at Sandino's. Long one of Ireland's finest guitar-pop bands, check out the video for 'Liffey'.
Wed
08
Dec
2021

Alfa Mist
Whelan's
Dublin

Following the release of his new album Bring Backs, London producer and pianist Alfa Mist plays Whelan's on December 8. Check out 'Organic Rust'.

Tickets cost €20 from Tickets.ie & Ticketmaster.
Wed
08
Dec
2021

Pillow Queens
Cyprus Avenue
Cork

Following the release of highly-acclaimed debut album In Waiting, Pillow Queens hold the Cork leg of their launch tour on December 8 at Cyprus Avenue. Long one of Ireland's finest guitar-pop bands, check out the video for 'Liffey'.
Thu
09
Dec
2021

New Pagans
Academy 2
Dublin

Having recently released debut album The Seed, The Vessel, The Roots and All, alt rock quintet New Pagans play the Academy 2 on December 9. Check out 'Harbour'.

Tickets are available here.
Thu
09
Dec
2021

Pillow Queens
Mike The Pies
Listowel

Following the release of highly-acclaimed debut album In Waiting, Pillow Queens hold the Listowel leg of their launch tour on December 9 at Mike the Pies. Long one of Ireland's finest guitar-pop bands, check out the video for 'Liffey'.
Thu
09
Dec
2021

The Mary Wallopers
The Empire Music Hall
Belfast

Irish folksong balladeers The Mary Wallopers, who helped many of us through the pandemic with their house-bar livestreams, are set to play their first major Belfast date at the Empire Music Hall on December 9. Watch them live here.

Tickets are available from Strange Victory Presents.
Fri
10
Dec
2021

Pillow Queens
Set Theatre
Kilkenny

Following the release of highly-acclaimed debut album In Waiting, Pillow Queens hold the Kilkenny leg of their launch tour on December 10 at the Set Theatre. Long one of Ireland's finest guitar-pop bands, check out the video for 'Liffey'.
Fri
10
Dec
2021

The Mary Wallopers
Vicar Street
Dublin

Irish folksong balladeers The Mary Wallopers, who helped many of us through the pandemic with their house-bar livestreams, are set to play their well-deserved biggest show to date on December 10 when they headline Vicar Street. Watch them live here.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8.30pm.
Sat
11
Dec
2021

Pillow Queens
Dolan's Warehouse
Limerick

Following the release of highly-acclaimed debut album In Waiting, Pillow Queens hold the Limerick leg of their launch tour on December 11 at Dolans Warehouse. Long one of Ireland's finest guitar-pop bands, check out the video for 'Liffey'.
Sat
11
Dec
2021

Dani Larkin
Black Box
Belfast

Following the release of her debut album Notes For A Maiden Warrior in June, Dani Larkin is set to play her Belfast launch on December 11 at the Black Box.

Tickets are available from the Black Box.
Thu
16
Dec
2021

Pillow Queens
Roisin Dubh
Galway

Following the release of highly-acclaimed debut album In Waiting, Pillow Queens hold the Galway leg of their launch tour on December 16. Long one of Ireland's finest guitar-pop bands, check out the video for 'Liffey'.

Tickets are now sold out.
Thu
16
Dec
2021

New Pagans
Limelight 2
Belfast

Having recently released debut album The Seed, The Vessel, The Roots and All, alt rock quintet New Pagans play the Limelight 2 on December 16. Check out 'Harbour'.

Tickets are available here.
Fri
17
Dec
2021
Sat
18
Dec
2021

Pillow Queens
The Button Factory
Dublin

Following the release of their long-awaited, highly-acclaimed debut album, Pillow Queens are finally set to hold launch dates on December 17 & 18, having been rescheduled. Long one of Ireland's finest guitar-pop bands, check out the video for 'Liffey'.

Tickets are now sold out.
Fri
17
Dec
2021

The Mary Wallopers
Vicar Street
Dublin

Irish folksong balladeers The Mary Wallopers, who helped many of us through the pandemic with their house-bar livestreams, are set to play a second, well-deserved biggest show to date on December 17 at Vicar Street, following the first date's sell out. Watch them live here.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8.30pm.
Sat
18
Dec
2021

The Undertones
Limelight 2
Belfast

The almighty Undertones play Belfast's Limelight 2 in an early show just before Christmas.

Emerging from Derry in 1976, John O'Neill, Damian O'Neill, Feargal Sharkey, Billy Doherty & Michael Bradley went on to write some of the most defining songs of the era. Last year marked 40 years since the release of their eponymous debut album.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 6.30pm.
Sat
18
Dec
2021

Chubby & The Gang
The Workman's Club
Dublin

London bubblegum punks Chubby and the Gang are set to play the Workman's Club on December 18. Having recently released debut album Speed Kills, watch the video for 'All Along the Uxbridge Road'.

Tickets cost €14 from Ticketmaster & Tickets.ie.
Sun
19
Dec
2021

Chubby & The Gang
Voodoo
Belfast

London bubblegum punks Chubby and the Gang are set to play Voodoo, Belfast on December 19. Having recently released debut album Speed Kills, watch the video for 'All Along the Uxbridge Road'.

Tickets cost £13.63 from Eventbrite. Doors open at 7pm.
Sun
19
Dec
2021

The Mary Wallopers
Live at St. Luke's
Cork

Irish folksong balladeers The Mary Wallopers, who helped many of us through the pandemic with their house-bar livestreams, are set to headline Cork's legendary St Luke's Cathedral on December 19. Watch them live here.

Tickets are available from St Lukes, priced €24.
Mon
27
Dec
2021
Tue
28
Dec
2021

The Mary Wallopers
Dolans Warehouse
Limerick

Irish folksong balladeers The Mary Wallopers, who helped many of us through the pandemic with their house-bar livestreams, play a double bill of shows at the Roisin Dubh on December 27 & 28. Watch them live here.

Tickets are available from the Roisin Dubh.
Fri
14
Jan
2022

Bill Bailey 'En Route To Normal'
3Arena
Dublin

Musical comedian and one of the hardest working British standup comics around Bill Bailey is set to bring new show 'En Route To Normal' to the 3Arena on January 14.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster, priced from €54.
Sat
15
Jan
2022

Bill Bailey 'En Route To Normal'
SSE Arena
Belfast

Musical comedian and one of the hardest working British standup comics around Bill Bailey is set to bring new show 'En Route To Normal' to the SSE on January 15.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster.Things kick off at 8pm.
Mon
17
Jan
2022

Buck Meek [Big Thief]
The Workman's Club
Dublin

Big Thief guitarist Buck Meek - whose restrained soundscapes frequently push their indie rock into the stratosphere - is set to play The Workman's Club on January 17. He released new solo LP Two Saviors in January 2021 - watch the video for 'Candle'.

Tickets are priced €16.50 from Ticketmaster & Tickets.ie.
Wed
19
Jan
2022

Caribou
Vicar Street
Dublin

The ever forward-pushing Canadian experimental artist Dan Snaith aka Caribou makes his return to Dublin, on January 19 at Vicar Street ahead of an Iveagh Gardens date in July. Stream ‘Home’.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster, priced €41. Doors open at 8pm.
Wed
19
Jan
2022

Public Service Broadcasting
Limelight 1
Belfast

London art-rock outfit Public Service Broadcasting bring their krautrock & electronica-tinged retromancy back to the Limelight on January 19.

Featuring multi-instrumentalists J. Willgoose Esq, Wrigglesworth & JF Abraham, the trio play this date following the release of fourth studio album Bright Magic, which continues their upward trajectory of British public information film-inspired craft. Check out 'People, Let's Dance'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7pm.
Wed
19
Jan
2022

Bob Mould
Whelan's
Dublin

Bob Mould has announced a solo show for Dublin. The ex-Hüsker Dü and Sugar frontman plays a solo electric show at Whelan's on January 19.

The show, which coincides with the upcoming release of his Distortion: Live vinyl boxset, sees Mould perform solo versions of music from across his 40+ career, including some Hüsker Dü classics.

Tickets are priced €29.50, available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8pm.
Thu
20
Jan
2022

Public Service Broadcasting
Olympia Theatre
Dublin

London art-rock outfit Public Service Broadcasting bring their krautrock & electronica-tinged retromancy to the Olympia Theatre on January 20.

Featuring multi-instrumentalists J. Willgoose Esq, Wrigglesworth & JF Abraham, the trio play this date following the release of fourth studio album Bright Magic, which continues their upward trajectory of British public information film-inspired craft. Check out 'People, Let's Dance'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7pm.
Sat
22
Jan
2022

Wolf Alice
Olympia Theatre
Dublin

Dreamy indie-pop outfit Wolf Alice are set to return to Ireland to play the Olympia on January 22, following the June release of their third album, Blue Weekend. Check out the video for 'The Last Man On Earth'.

Tickets are priced €31.40, available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7pm.
Mon
24
Jan
2022

Wolf Alice
Olympia Theatre
Dublin

Dreamy indie-pop outfit Wolf Alice are set to return to Ireland to play the Olympia on January 24 - a second date added due to demand, following the June release of their third album, Blue Weekend. Check out the video for 'The Last Man On Earth'.

Tickets are priced €31.40, available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7pm.
Sat
29
Jan
2022

Jane Weaver
Black Box
Belfast

Electronic kraut-pop artist Jane Weaver headlines the Black Box on January 29 as part of the Out to Lunch CQAF Festival.

Following up on her acclaimed Modern Kosmology and Loops In The Secret Society, she's touring new album Flock, which heads in decidedly day-glo pop directions. Check her out Live From Old Granada Studios.

Tickets are available here, priced £16.50. Doors open at 8pm.
Sat
29
Jan
2022

Nation of Language
The Grand Social
Dublin

Brooklyn trio Nation of Language play the Grand Social on January 29. Recalling the laid-back strain of alternative music played by War on Drugs, check out 'Across That Fine Line', taken from their second album A Way Forward.

Tickets are priced €14.50 from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8pm.
Tue
08
Feb
2022

Steve Gunn
Ulster Sports Club
Belfast

New York-based guitarist & songwriter Steve Gunn is set to return to Belfast on February 8, playing the Ulster Sports Club. His work subtly drawing from folk, psych, jazz and generally the full spectrum of recorded music history, watch the video for the title track from his latest album, 'Other You'.

Tickets are available from Ticketweb. Doors open at 8pm.
Wed
09
Feb
2022

Steve Gunn
The Grand Social
Dublin

New York-based guitarist & songwriter Steve Gunn is set to return to Dublin on February 9 to play the Grand Social. His work subtly drawing from folk, psych, jazz and generally the full spectrum of recorded music history, watch the video for the title track from his latest album, 'Other You'.

Tickets are available from Ticketweb, priced €19.80. Doors open at 8pm.
Fri
11
Feb
2022

The Residents
The Button Factory
Dublin

US art collective The Residents are set to bring their 50th Anniversary tour to Dublin's Button Factory on February 11.

Part avant-garde music act, part multimedia project, they've released over 60 albums, as well as countless music videos, short films, and DVDs. Former manager & primary composer and producer of the Residents, Hardy Fox, passed away in 2018, having left the group in 2015. Their latest record, Metal, Meat & Bone - The Songs of a Dyin' Dog came out in 2020.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7.30pm.
Sun
13
Feb
2022

Benjamin Francis Leftwich
Whelan's
Dublin

Following the release of his fourth studio album To Carry A Whale in June, singer-songwriter Benjamin Francis Leftwich is set to play Dublin's Whelan's on February 13. Watch the video for 'Oh My God Please'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster, priced €17.50.
Tue
15
Feb
2022

Dry Cleaning
The Button Factory
Dublin

Spoken-word post-punk quartet Dry Cleaning are set to play the Button Factory on February 15, following the release of their 4AD-released debut album New Long Leg - watch the video for 'Scratchcard Lanyard'.

Tickets are available from Tickets.ie. Doors open at 7pm.
Wed
16
Feb
2022

Dry Cleaning
The Empire Music Hall
Belfast

Spoken-word post-punk quartet Dry Cleaning are set to play the Empire, Belfast on February 16, following the release of their 4AD-released debut album New Long Leg - watch the video for 'Scratchcard Lanyard'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7.30pm.
Tue
22
Feb
2022

Los Bitchos
The Workman's Club
Dublin

Psych-tinged London indie quartet Los Bitchos play The Workman's Club on February 22, having recently finished work on their debut album, produced by Alex Kapranos. Check out their KEXP Session.

Tickets cost €15 and are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8pm.
Wed
23
Feb
2022

Hobo Johnson & The Lovemakers
Vicar Street
Dublin

Channeller of the neurotic, sardonic internalisation of our fears, Hobo Johnson & The Lovemakers play Vicar Street on February 23.

The California rapper got his title from the time he spent writing music living in a '94 Toyota Corolla. His Tiny Desk performance has been lauded and each single has accumulated more attention with third album The Fall of Hobo Johnson - check out new single 'You Want A Baby'.

Tickets cost €25 from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7.30pm.
Sat
26
Feb
2022

Big Thief
The National Stadium Dublin

Indie rock quartet Big Thief play their biggest Dublin headline show to date at the National Stadium on February 26. Check them out live at the Bunker.

Tickets are priced €29.90 from Ticketmaster.
Mon
07
Mar
2022

Yves Tumor & Its Band
Whelan's
Dublin

Yves Tumor & Its Band are set to bring their shapeshifting claustrophobic blend of R&B, psychedelia, pop & the avant-garde to Whelan's on March 7.

Their most recent album, Heaven To A Tortured Mind, was released to huge acclaim in 2020 - check out 'Jackie'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7.30pm.
Thu
10
Mar
2022

Gojira, Alien Weaponry & Employed To Serve
Ulster Hall
Belfast

French metal act Gojira play the Ulster Hall on March 10. Blending technical death, progressive, groove & post-metal, they're one of the most consistently acclaimed bands in the genre. Check out the video for 'Amazonia' from new album Fortitude, which addresses the deforestation of the Amazon rainforest & environmental collapse.

Support comes from Alien Weaponry and Employed To Serve.

Tickets cost £32.50 from the Ulster Hall. Doors open at 7pm.
Fri
11
Mar
2022

CMAT
The Academy
Dublin

Having risen to the top of the Irish music world in the last 2 years, pop genius CMAT plays the Academy on March 11. Taken from her Diet Baby EP, check out 'I Don't Really Care For You'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster, priced €19.50. Doors open at 7pm.
Fri
11
Mar
2022

Gojira, Alien Weaponry & Employed To Serve
National Stadium
Dublin

French metal act Gojira play Dublin's National Stadium on March 11. Blending technical death, progressive, groove & post-metal, they're one of the most consistently acclaimed bands in the genre. Check out the video for 'Amazonia' from new album Fortitude, which addresses the deforestation of the Amazon rainforest & environmental collapse.

Support comes from Alien Weaponry and Employed To Serve.

Tickets cost €40 from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 6.30pm.
Fri
11
Mar
2022

Eels
The Telegraph Building
Belfast

Mark ‘E’ Oliver Everett's Eels will kick off their Lockdown Hurricane tour with shows at Belfast’s Telegraph Building on March 11 and Dublin’s Olympia Theatre on March 12.

Speaking about the shows, E said, “We’ve got a lot of pent-up energy from all the time spent cooped-up and unable to rock. It’s going to be an extra-special treat this time. We always have the greatest time playing live, but this is gonna get crazy. Attendees will want to keep their cameras rolling, because we may explode.”

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7pm.
Sat
12
Mar
2022

Eels
Olympia Theatre
Dublin

Mark ‘E’ Oliver Everett's Eels will kick off their Lockdown Hurricane tour with shows at Belfast’s Telegraph Building on March 11 and Dublin’s Olympia Theatre on March 12.

Speaking about the shows, E said, “We’ve got a lot of pent-up energy from all the time spent cooped-up and unable to rock. It’s going to be an extra-special treat this time. We always have the greatest time playing live, but this is gonna get crazy. Attendees will want to keep their cameras rolling, because we may explode.”

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster, priced €45. Doors open at 7pm.
Thu
17
Mar
2022

Tori Amos
Cork Opera House
Cork

Tori Amos is set to play Dublin and Cork as part of a forthcoming European tour. The U.S. singer-songwriter will play Cork's Opera House on March 17 and the Olympia Theatre in Dublin on March 18. Revisit a stone-cold Tori Amos classic here.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster.
Fri
18
Mar
2022

The Weather Station
The Workman's Club
Dublin

Canadian folk project The Weather Station, fronted by Tamara Lindeman, are set to play the Workman's Club on March 18 as part of the tour for new album Ignorance. Check out the video for 'Robber'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster.
Fri
18
Mar
2022

Tori Amos
Olympia Theatre
Dublin

Tori Amos is set to play Dublin and Cork as part of a forthcoming European tour. The U.S. singer-songwriter will play Cork's Opera House on March 17 and the Olympia Theatre in Dublin on March 18. Revisit a stone-cold Tori Amos classic here.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster.
Sat
19
Mar
2022

Nova Twins
Whelan's
Dublin

Fusing grime and punk, young duo Nova Twins play their first Irish show on March 19 at Whelan's. Their debut album Who Are The Girls? came out in 2020 - watch the video for 'Play Fair'.

Tickets are available here.
Fri
25
Mar
2022

Alabama 3
The Academy
Dublin

Brixton blues-rockers Alabama 3 return to Dublin on March 25 for the first time in three years to play the Academy.

Blending rock, acid house, blues, country, gospel & spoken word, they're known for their genre fusing, the band members' alias', and outstanding live show. You probably know them best for The Sopranos.

Tickets cost €28 from Ticketmaster.
Sat
26
Mar
2022

Alabama 3
Limelight 1
Belfast

Brixton blues-rockers Alabama 3 return to Belfast on March 26 to play the Limelight 1, following the release of their new album.

Blending rock, acid house, blues, country, gospel & spoken word, they're known for their genre fusing, the band members' alias', and outstanding live show. You probably know them best for The Sopranos theme tune.

Tickets cost £20 from Ticketmaster.
Sat
26
Mar
2022

Cloud Nothings
Whelan's
Dublin

Alt rockers Cloud Nothings are set to bring their The Shadow I Remember to Ireland, with a pair of dates in March. They play Whelan's on March 26. Watch the video for 'Am I Something'.

Tickets are available here, priced €16. Doors open at 8pm.
Sun
27
Mar
2022

Future Islands
Ulster Hall
Belfast

Anthemic art-pop outfit Future Islands bring their captivating live energy to the Ulster Hall on March 27. Check out the video for 'Glada'.

Tickets are priced £27.50 from the Ulster Hall.
Sun
27
Mar
2022

Cloud Nothings
Limelight 2
Belfast

Alt rockers Cloud Nothings are set to bring their The Shadow I Remember to Ireland, with a pair of dates in March. They play the Limelight 2 on March 27. Watch the video for 'Am I Something'.

Tickets are available here, priced £16. Doors open at 6pm.
Sun
27
Mar
2022

Dinosaur Jr
Vicar Street
Dublin

Indie rock legends Dinosaur Jr. have announced a Dublin show as part of their UK and Ireland tour for twelfth studio album Sweep It Into Space. The trio of J Mascis, Lou Barlow and Murph return to Dublin's Vicar Street on Sunday, March 27 2022. The band last played the venue - and Dublin generally - back in November 2016.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8.30pm.
Mon
28
Mar
2022

Future Islands
Vicar Street
Dublin

Anthemic art-pop outfit Future Islands bring their captivating live energy to the Vicar Street on March 28 as part of their Calling Out In Space tour. Check out the video for 'Glada'.

Tickets are priced €35.50 from Ticketmaster.
Wed
30
Mar
2022

Crumb
The Workman's Club
Dublin

Brooklyn-based psych quartet Crumb are set to play Dublin's Workman's Club on March 30, having just released their second album, Ice Melt. Check out 'BNR'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster, priced €17.40. Doors open at 8pm.
Tue
05
Apr
2022

Joan As Police Woman
Black Box
Belfast

As part of the tour for her Cover Two album, Joan As Police Woman kicks off the Irish leg at Belfast's Black Box on April 5.

A cover album, she's to rework cuts from the likes of Neil Young ('On The Beach'), The Strokes, Talk Talk, Outkast, Gil Scott-Heron & Prince.
Tue
05
Apr
2022

Aldous Harding
National Concert Hall
Dublin

Singer-songwriter Aldous Harding is set to play the National Concert Hall on April 5, which promises to be a captivating performance, following the release of new single 'Old Peel', recorded with John Parish.

Tickets are available from NCH.ie, priced €30.
Thu
07
Apr
2022

Joan As Police Woman
Roisin Dubh
Galway

As part of the tour for her Cover Two album, Joan As Police Woman plays the Roisin Dubh in Galway on April 7.

A cover album, she's reworked cuts from the likes of Neil Young ('On The Beach'), The Strokes, Talk Talk, Outkast, Gil Scott-Heron & Prince.
Fri
08
Apr
2022

Joan As Police Woman
Dolan's Warehouse
Limerick

As part of the tour for her Cover Two album, Joan As Police Woman plays Dolan's, Limerick on April 8 following rescheduled Irish dates from 2020.

A cover album, she's reworked cuts from the likes of Neil Young ('On The Beach'), The Strokes, Talk Talk, Outkast, Gil Scott-Heron & Prince.

Tickets cost €20 from Dolans. Doors open at 8pm.
Fri
08
Apr
2022

Mdou Moctar
The Sugar Club
Dublin

Off the back of the release of his stellar new album, Afrique Victime, Niger-based Tuareg guitarist Mdou Moctar plays Dublin’s Sugar Club on April 8 and Belfast’s Ulster Sports Club on April 9 as part of a forthcoming European tour. Check out his recent Tiny Desk concert here.

Tickets are available here, priced €22.50. Doors open at 7.30pm.
Sat
09
Apr
2022

Joan As Police Woman
Live at St. Luke's
Cork

As part of the tour for her Cover Two album, Joan As Police Woman plays Live at St. Lukes on April 9, following rescheduled Irish dates from 2020.

A cover album, she's reworked cuts from the likes of Neil Young ('On The Beach'), The Strokes, Talk Talk, Outkast, Gil Scott-Heron & Prince, to see the intimate setting of the Georgian church.
Sat
09
Apr
2022

Mdou Moctar
Ulster Sports Club
Belfast

Off the back of the release of his stellar new album, Afrique Victime, Niger-based Tuareg guitarist Mdou Moctar plays Dublin’s Sugar Club on April 8 and Belfast’s Ulster Sports Club on April 9 as part of a forthcoming European tour. Check out his recent Tiny Desk concert here.

Tickets are available here, priced £14.85. Doors open at 7pm.
Sun
10
Apr
2022
Mon
11
Apr
2022

Joan As Police Woman
Pepper Canister Church
Dublin

As part of the tour for her Cover Two album, Joan As Police Woman will play two dates at Pepper Canister Church on April 10 & 11, following rescheduled dates from 2020.

A cover album, she'll rework cuts from the likes of Neil Young ('On The Beach'), The Strokes, Talk Talk, Outkast, Gil Scott-Heron & Prince in the intimate setting of the Georgian church.

Tickets cost €24.50 from Selective Memory, and all tickets remain valid.
Wed
13
Apr
2022

Devin Townsend
Olympia Theatre
Dublin

Progressive metal master Devin Townsend is set to return to Dublin, playing the Olympia on April 13. Formerly of extreme metal outfit Strappimg Young Lad, the Canadian singer, guitarist, producer, and all around polymath has released 25 albums in all. No slouch, he has two new releases based on the pandemic titled Puzzle and Snuggles, based on the pandemic and accompanied by an art film & graphic novel.

Tickets are priced €35 from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7pm.
Wed
13
Apr
2022

Nick Mason's Saucerful of Secrets
The Convention Centre
Dublin

Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason brings his Saucerful Of Secrets project to Dublin's Convention Centre on April 13. They'll play songs from Floyd's early years up to 1972's Obscured By Clouds, including 'Echoes'.

Tickets are priced €50 from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8pm.
Thu
14
Apr
2022

Nick Mason's Saucerful of Secrets
The Convention Centre
Dublin

Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason brings his Saucerful Of Secrets project to the Ulster Hall on April 14. They'll play songs from Floyd's early years up to 1972's Obscured By Clouds, including 'Echoes'.

Tickets are priced £50 from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7pm.
Thu
14
Apr
2022

The War On Drugs
3Arena
Dublin

The War on Drugs are coming back to Ireland. Accompanying their first album in four years, I Don't Live Here Anymore - out in October - the Philadelphia indie-rock band will play Dublin's 3Arena on Thursday, April 14 2022. Check out the video for the album's lead single 'Living Proof'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8pm.
Sat
16
Apr
2022

Alex Cameron
The Grand Social
Dublin

Sydney synth-pop singer-songwriter Alex Cameron is set to headline the Grand Social on April 16 following the release of his Barry Gibb covers.

The chamelonic singer looks set to bring great live show with collaborator & saxophonist Roy Molloy, not to mention Cameron's own dancing chops. Watch the video for 'Miami Memory'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster, priced €17. Doors open at 8pm.
Sat
23
Apr
2022

La Luz
The Grand Social
Dublin

Having recently released their eponymous fourth album, La Luz are set to play the Grand Social on April 23. Known for their psych-tinged soulful surf rock, check out the video for 'Mean Dream'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster, priced €16.
Tue
26
Apr
2022

Metronomy
Olympia Theatre
Dublin

Metronomy are set to make their return to Olympia Theatre. Having last played it back in 2014, the Joe Mount-fronted English indie-pop outfit will stop off at the Dublin venue on April 26th 2022 as part of a new UK and Irish tour.

To mark the news, the band have also announced a special release to mark the 10th anniversary of their breakthrough LP, The English Riviera. Featuring six previously unreleased bonus tracks, The English Riviera 10th Anniversary Edition is out on April 2021.

Priced from €25, tickets are available from Ticketmaster.
Tue
26
Apr
2022

Shellac
Dolan's Warehouse
Limerick

The always reliably excellent Shellac are returning to Ireland. Having last played the Dublin in 2017, the Steve Albini-fronted trio will stop off at Dolan’s Warehouse in Limerick on April 26th.

Tickets, priced €30, are available here. Doors open at 8pm.
Tue
26
Apr
2022

Low
Vicar Street
Dublin

As part of a new world tour, Minnesota indie rock band Low will play Vicar Street on April 26, 2021.

This show follows the September release of thirteenth album, Hey What, released via Sub Pop. Check out the video for new single ‘Days Like These'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8pm.
Wed
27
Apr
2022
Thu
28
Apr
2022

Shellac
The Button Factory
Dublin

The always reliably excellent Shellac are returning to Ireland. Having last played the Dublin in 2017, the Steve Albini-fronted trio will stop off at Dolan’s Warehouse in Limerick on April 26th and Dublin’s Button Factory on April 27th and 28th 2022.

Tickets, priced €28, are available here.
Wed
27
Apr
2022

Kid Francescoli
Whelan's
Dublin

French synth-pop artist Kid Francescoli is set to headline Whelans in a rescheduled date on April 27. Watch the video for 'Moon'.

Tickets cost €22.50 and are available from Tickets.ie & Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8pm.
Fri
29
Apr
2022

The Lovely Eggs
The Workman's Club
Dublin

Psych-punk duo The Lovely Eggs play the Workman's Club on April 29, following a number of rescheduled dates. The northern English pair released their new album I Am Moron, and will bring its raw, minimal immediacy to the city for the first time, having won fans like Iggy Pop. Watch the video for 'The Decision'.

Tickets cost €14 from Selective Memory. Doors open at 8pm.
Sat
30
Apr
2022

Tindersticks
National Concert Hall
Dublin

Nottingham indie rock outfit Tindersticks celebrate the 30th anniversary of their inception in 1991 by breathing new life into their music with a performance at the National Concert Hall, accompanied by orchestral arrangements.

Tickets cost €50 from NCH.ie.
Wed
04
May
2022

Dr John Cooper Clarke
Black Box
Galway

The original people's poet, John Cooper Clarke, returns to Ireland to perform at the Black Box, Galway on May 4.

The poet, cultural commentator, movie star, comedian & rock star has had his imprint on everything from early post-punk to modern pop, with the Arctic Monkeys turning his 'I Wanna Be Yours' into a hit on A:M. These shows follow the release of his new book, and will blend its extracts with ponderings on modern life, gags, riffs & chat. Here's 'Chickentown'. His special guest is Mike Garry.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7.30pm.
Fri
06
May
2022

Dr John Cooper Clarke
Dolans Warehouse
Limerick

The original people's poet, John Cooper Clarke, returns to Ireland to perform at Dolans Warehouse, Limerick on May 6.

The poet, cultural commentator, movie star, comedian & rock star has had his imprint on everything from early post-punk to modern pop, with the Arctic Monkeys turning his 'I Wanna Be Yours' into a hit on A:M. These shows follow the release of his new book, and will blend its extracts with ponderings on modern life, gags, riffs & chat. Here's 'Chickentown'. His special guest is Mike Garry.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8pm.
Sun
08
May
2022

Dr John Cooper Clarke
Festival Marquee, Custom House Square
Belfast

The original people's poet, John Cooper Clarke, returns to Ireland, and will play CQAF's Marquee at Custom House Square on May 8.

The poet, cultural commentator, movie star, comedian & rock star has had his imprint on everything from early post-punk to modern pop, with the Arctic Monkeys turning his 'I Wanna Be Yours' into a hit on A:M. These shows follow the release of his new book, and will blend its extracts with ponderings on modern life, gags, riffs & chat. Here's 'Chickentown'. His special guest is Mike Garry.

Tickets cost £15 from CQAF. Doors open at 7.30pm.
Mon
09
May
2022

Dr John Cooper Clarke
Olympia Theatre
Dublin

The original people's poet, John Cooper Clarke, returns to Ireland to perform at the Olympia on May 9.

The poet, cultural commentator, movie star, comedian & rock star has had his imprint on everything from early post-punk to modern pop, with the Arctic Monkeys turning his 'I Wanna Be Yours' into a hit on A:M. These shows follow the release of his new book, and will blend its extracts with ponderings on modern life, gags, riffs & chat. Here's 'Chickentown'. His special guest is Mike Garry.

Tickets cost €33.50 from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7pm.
Thu
12
May
2022
Fri
13
May
2022

Thee Oh Sees
The Button Factory
Dublin

Thee Oh Sees are set to return to Dublin for a must-see two-night stint at the Button Factory on May 12 & 13, 2 years on from the originally scheduled dates.

Unanimously accepted as one of the finest rock & roll bands in the universe, the John Dwyer-led band have averaged around one album per year since 2003 under the Oh Sees name or its various aliases. Watch the video for 'Henchlock', from their latest album, 2019's Face Stabber.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster.
Thu
12
May
2022

Jonathan Bree
Lost Lane
Dublin

New Zealand alt-pop troubadour Jonathan Bree is set to play the Lost Lane on May 12 for Selective Memory, following the release of fourth solo album After The Curtains Close. Watch the award-winning video for 'You're So Cool'.

Tickets are priced €16 from Selective Memory. Doors open at 8pm.
Sat
21
May
2022

Gary Numan
Ulster Hall
Belfast

London electronic pioneer Gary Numan will make his return to Ireland with a pair of dates at Belfast’s Ulster Hall on May 21 and Dublin’s Olympia Theatre on May 24, following the 2021 release of his nineteenth studio album, Intruder. Check out recent single 'Saints and Liars'.

Priced at £32.50, tickets for the Belfast date are available from Ticketmaster.
Tue
24
May
2022

Gary Numan
Olympia Theatre
Dublin

London electronic pioneer Gary Numan will make his return to Ireland with a pair of dates at Belfast’s Ulster Hall on May 21 and Dublin’s Olympia Theatre on May 24, following the 2021 release of his nineteenth studio album, Intruder. Check out recent single 'Saints and Liars'.

Priced at €34.50, tickets for the Dublin date are available from Ticketmaster.
Thu
26
May
2022

Pabllo Vittar
The National Stadium
Dublin

Following the release of her hugely successful fourth album, Brazilian pop star & drag queen Pabllo Vittar plays Dublin National Stadium on May 26.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster, priced €30. Doors open at 7.30pm.
Wed
01
Jun
2022

Meshuggah
Olympia Theatre
Dublin

Swedish extreme metal outfit & djent pioneers Meshuggah play the Olympia on June 1, with their ninth studio album out in 2021.
Fri
03
Jun
2022

Billie Eilish
SSE Arena
Belfast

Billie Eilish is set to play three Irish shows next summer. As part of her Happier Than Ever World Tour, the 19-year-old will play Belfast’s SSE Arena on June 3 and Dublin’s 3Arena on June 4 and 5. Check out the video for 'Your Power'.

Tickets are available here. Doors open at 6.30pm.
Sat
04
Jun
2022
Sun
05
Jun
2022

Billie Eilish
3Arena
Dublin

Billie Eilish is set to play three Irish shows next summer. As part of her Happier Than Ever World Tour, the 19-year-old will play Belfast’s SSE Arena on June 3 and Dublin’s 3Arena on June 4 and 5. Check out the video for 'Your Power'.

Tickets are available here. Doors open at 6.30pm.
Tue
07
Jun
2022

Jawbox
Whelan's
Dublin

Post-hardcore legends Jawbox make their first ever Irish appearance at Whelan's on June 7, following some rescheling of dates.

Formed by J Robbins & Kim Coletta in Washington DC in 1989, they released a string of 7"s and four studio albums, ultimately breaking up in 1997. Its members continued to work - to varying degrees - in the music industry, with Robbins & guitarist Bill Barbot forming Burning Airlines, and Coletta co-running a label. In 2019, the band announced they would officially reunion. Check their recent Live at KEXP session.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 8pm.
Sat
11
Jun
2022

Clap Your Hands Say Yeah
Whelan's
Dublin

Clap Your Hands Say Yeah return to Dublin, playing Whelan's on June 11, following its September 24 postponement.

Following their tenth anniversary tour of Some Loud Thunder in 2018, frontman Alex Ounsworth takes the band back on the road - get a taster with their 2014 Live at KEXP.

Tickets are available, priced at €25, from Tickets.ie - previously purchased tickets remain valid for this date.
Sun
12
Jun
2022

Clap Your Hands Say Yeah
The Empire Music Hall
Belfast

Clap Your Hands Say Yeah return to Belfast, playing the Empire on June 12.

Following their tenth anniversary tour of Some Loud Thunder in 2018, frontman Alex Ounsworth takes the band back on the road - get a taster with their 2014 Live at KEXP.

Tickets are available, priced at £20, from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7pm.
Mon
13
Jun
2022

Iron Maiden
Ormeau Park
Belfast

Heavy metal legends Iron Maiden are set for a Belfast return, headlining Belsonic at Ormeau Park on June 13.

Having last played the city in August 2018 as part of their Legacy of the Beast tour, they're set to return with another greatest hits set.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Gates open at 6pm.
Sun
26
Jun
2022

St Vincent
Fairview Park
Dublin

St Vincent plays her biggest Irish headline show to date at Dublin's Fairview Park on June 26, following the release of her retro album Daddy's Home. Watch the video for 'Down'.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster.
Sun
03
Jul
2022

Einstürzende Neubauten
National Concert Hall
Dublin

Experimental German industrial noise act Einstürzende Neubauten play the National Concert Hall on July 3. With 2020 year being their 40th anniversary, they released a new album, exploring and evoking their own idea of Berlin and the memories and fragments via their typically far-reaching sonic palette. Watch the video for 'La Guillotine de Magritte'.

Tickets are available from NCH.ie, priced €48.50.
Fri
08
Jul
2022

Caribou
Iveagh Gardens
Dublin

The ever forward-pushing Canadian experimental artist Dan Snaith aka Caribou makes his return to Dublin, playing Iveagh Gardens in a rescheduled date of July 8 for their summer series. Stream ‘Home’.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Doors open at 6.30pm.
Sun
17
Jul
2022

Napalm Death
Voodoo Lounge
Dublin

West-Midlands grindcore legends Napalm Death return to Ireland for the firs time since 2017, playing Dublin's Voodoo Lounge on July 17, following its rescheduling.

Formed in 1981, they're credited as pioneers of grindcore, bringing elements of crust punk & death metal, and still have the shortest song ever recorded in 'You Suffer' from their classic 1987 debut, Scum. They've released sixteen albums to date, showing remarkable evolution over the years.

Support comes from Unyielding Love and Okus.

Tickets are available from Ticketmaster, priced €25. Doors open at 6pm.
Thu
01
Sep
2022

Bright Eyes
Vicar Street
Dublin

Vicar Street hosts the first show in 19 years from Bright Eyes on September 1.

Back after a 9 year hiatus, Conor Oberst, Mike Mogis & Nathaniel Walcott have regrouped to tour and record in 2020. Their nine albums were, for many, generation defining, burrowing across emo, Americana, folk and alternative rock.

Tickets are priced €37.50-€42.50 from Selective Memory & Ticketmaster. Doors open at 7.30pm.
Sun
16
Oct
2022

Bon Iver
3Arena
Dublin

Justin Vernon aka Bon Iver is set to return to Dublin. Having last played the venue back in 2012, the Wisconsin artist and his band will play 3Arena on October 16, following rescheduling due to The Event. Support on the night comes from Aaron Dessner's Big 37d03d Machine, Vernon’s side-project with the National member.

Tickets range from €49.50-€54.50 from Ticketmaster and Selective Memory. Doors open at 7pm.