WED 2nd SEPTEMBER - CÉADAOIN COLLECTIVE
The Céadaoin Collective is an Irish Traditional/Contemporary Folk group. The line up comprises highly-regarded singer-songwriter Emma O’Reilly, champion flautist Robert Harvey, composer & choral director Carmel Whelan, multi-instrumentalist Andrew Kin Yip Yau & violinist / pianist Niall Mannion. On their inaugural tour of Ireland, the collective finish things off with a special appearance on Sept 2nd, featuring the first full performance of O’Reilly’s new EP Sailing Home, new music from Whelan, Traditional selections from Harvey, and new arrangements of Folk tunes by Andrew Kin Yip Yau. With support from lush Art-Folk artist Everything The Light Touches, whose masterful EP What Else Is There was released last year to critical acclaim, it promises to be an evening of unforgettable music.
Doors 8pm
Tickets €15
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WED 9th SEPTEMBER - BLUE LILAC
Blue Lilac write original Folk & Trad-inspired compositions, using layered vocal harmonies & acoustic instruments to deliver powerful, visual imagery in songs with a strong narrative arc, with lyrics inspired by poetry, daily life & local & world events & themes ranging from melancholy & joy to topical protest. Blue Lilac’s debut album ‘New Arrival’ was released in 2024 & is available on all streaming platforms. With support from the wonderful Kenan Flannery.
Doors 8pm
Tickets €15
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WED 16th SEPT - BEN PREVO
New York / Dublin guitar legend Ben Prevo drops into the club on Sept 16th with his trio - Jerry Fehily on drums & Bill Bergin on bass. Known for his quirky style and use of dynamics, Ben has been an in-demand performer for many years, having played prestigious venues such as the Ulster Hall, the Gaiety, the Apollo Theatre, etc, in cities from Munich to San Diego to New York. He has released 7 albums to date & has featured & performed on national & regional Irish radio & TV & on New York & Polish TV. Support from Sarah Szucs & Bryan Murphy.
Doors 8pm
Tickets €15
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WED 23rd SEPTEMBER - SEÁN MILLAR & SJ McARDLE
An evening of musical storytelling as Dubliner Sean (Doctor) Millar and Drogheda's SJ McCardle perform as a duo, swapping songs and instruments, both playing mandolin, guitar, harmonica and whistle. Both performers have backgrounds in staging critically acclaimed song cycles, having toured internationally as Folk artists & winning critical acclaim for their performances & recordings. Seán originally gained notoriety in London with a punky, Roots & Roll cabaret in Doctor Millar and The Cute Hoors, while Stephen was part of award-winning Irish Folk band Kern.
Doctor Millar - ‘The poet laureate of Dublin’s dark side, an Irish national treasure’ (The Irish Times)
& SJ McArdle - ‘An artist who has taken contemporary Irish music to parts it far too seldom reaches’ (Hotpress), with support from singer-songwriter Cathal Fitz.
Doors 8pm
Tickets €15
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WED 7th OCTOBER - HORIZON
Horizon are a locally-based Gypsy Jazz quartet, led by Dublin guitar legend & visual artist (& former Mr. Ireland!) Norman Teeling. Having just completed recording their debut album ‘An Homage To Django’, Horizon bring the intricate & swinging sounds of 1940’s Paris to the club for an evening of some serious tunes. Support from singer-songwriter Cuan Muyllaert.
Doors 8pm
Tickets €15
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WED 14th OCTOBER - GREENE & SHINE
Noel Shine and Mary Greene have long been an important element of the Cork & national Folk & Americana scene. From Noel's role as one of the founders of Cork Folk Festival, right through to the couple's work alongside their daughter Ellie as RTE Folk Awards-nominated band Greenshine, Noel and Mary have long been a constant in the Irish musical firmament. Greene and Shine's music straddles the boundaries of Indie, Americana and Folk, with intertwining harmonies, superlative string-work and fine songwriting. Between them, Noel and Mary have lent their talents to the recordings of Republic of Loose, Christy Moore, Mick Hanly, Frances Black and John Spillane amongst many others, but it's the quality of their musicianship which has garnered them the most accolades & propelled them to the No. 1 spot of the RTE Radio 1 playlist on several occasions. Support from songwriter Taylor Dench.
Doors 8pm
Tickets €15
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WED 21st OCTOBER - BRIAN BARRON
Brian Barron is a contemporary song-writer and singer. His songs, though steeped in traditional structures, are born of a keen awareness of the full scope of the modern world. Turning a blind eye to no facet of the human condition, he delves into all aspects in service to his craft. Outlaw ballads sit alongside wry takes on love lost, morality & musings on the path to redemption. Brian’s band joins him on the night, with support from singer-songwriter Mick Brown.
Doors 8pm
Tickets €15
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TUES 27th OCTOBER - SMALL TOWN JONES
Small Town Jones is the musical project of Devon-based singer-songwriter Jim Jones, crafting intimate Indie Folk and Americana rooted in emotional honesty and real-life experience. Drawing comparisons to Elliott Smith, Bruce Springsteen, The Band and Wilco, his songs explore heartbreak, hope, loss and repair. His acclaimed album Kintsugi earned support from BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio 6 Music, alongside a four-star review in Mojo and widespread critical praise. Inspired by the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold, Kintsugi reflects Jones’ core themes of resilience, imperfection and repair. Created in collaboration with drummer and producer Michael Reed (Ted Lasso), the album blends understated acoustic songwriting with rich, cinematic textures. Featuring David Little (guitar) & Dave Smale (double bass), with support from Mykology.
Doors 8pm
Tickets €15
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WED 28th OCTOBER - AESPENITHA
Aespeniđa (also written as Aspenitha) are an acoustic duo performing experimental Nordic Folk. Barry Nisbet (Shetland - vocals, fiddle & guitar) & Miriam Iorwerth (Argyll - marimba and percussion) write and arrange instrumental and vocal music, bringing together Traditional and Classical styles. Their inspiration is drawn from the fringes of geography, music, human experience & language – Barry’s native Shaetlan, the lost Shetland Norn & accented English. Miriam’s technologist background & the duo’s fascination with experimentation, combined with ancient melodies, styles & languages, gives their music a highly retro-futuristic aspect. Support from singer-songwriter Kilkelly.
Doors 8pm
Tickets €15
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WED 4th NOVEMBER - KAMPALA
Dublin/Kildare-based four-piece Kampala are carving out their place in the Irish Alt-Rock scene with a sound that hits the sweet spot between melodic Indie hooks and aggressive, beat-heavy energy. Post-Punk meets New-Wave, with a splash of Grunge and classic Alt-Rock attitude, all combining to create something that feels totally their own. Over the past few years, Kampala have built up a solid reputation for their explosive live shows, earning plenty of accolades on the local gig circuit. Last year marked a big milestone for the band, as they hit the studio to work on their debut album, which kicked off with the release of their first single 'Fifteen Seconds'. Support from local duo Andrew & Toni.
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Doors 8pm
Tickets €15
WED 11th NOVEMBER - THE GRADUATES
The Graduates (Eamonn Moran & Mick Morris) combine decades of seasoned experience & a broad collection of influences, weaving a pathway through the musical eras, from smoky 1920’s Jazz clubs, winding down long Blues & Country highways, through Trad & Folk & on to contemporary classics, all chosen and performed with the sensitivity that great music deserves. No two shows are ever the same, which adds a wonderful immediacy to their performance. Support from all-female guitar trio The Jam Tarts.
Doors 8pm
Tickets €15
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