Irish metal titans Primordial have announced a major headline show at Dublin’s 3Olympia Theatre on Saturday, 6th November 2027, where they will perform two of their biggest albums in full. Primordial to perform two landmark albums in full The Skerries-formed band will bring their distinctive blend of Celtic and black metal to 3Olympia for a special performance centred on ‘To The Nameless Dead’ and ‘The Gathering Wilderness’, with both albums set to be played in full. Joining

Got a song sitting on your laptop that you think deserves to be heard? A new initiative launching across Irish radio could give you the chance to take that next step. There is no shortage of talented musicians in Ireland. The difficult part can be getting that first break. Getting your music in front of the right people, securing radio play and figuring out what comes next can be a huge challenge for an emerging artist. That’s where Stepping Stone comes in. Launching today, 5

Oasis are heading back to Slane Castle in 2027. We look back at the band's 1995 and 2009 appearances and what makes the return so special for Irish fans.

Oasis have today ended months of feverish speculation with the announcement that they will return to the live stage in 2027. Oasis Live ‘27 will see the band play 38 live shows, visiting Scotland, England, Germany, Spain, Netherlands, France, Italy, US and Ireland’s Slane Castle on 4th & 5th September, subject to licence. With the exception of homecoming shows in Manchester, the tour will see the band perform in a completely new set of locations from the Oasis Live ‘25 tou

Charli xcx will bring her ‘Music, Fashion, Film Tour’ to 3Arena, Dublin on Saturday, 13 February 2027, with tickets going on sale Friday, 18 September at 9am. Charli xcx has announced the European and UK leg of her ‘Music, Fashion, Film Tour’, which will see the global pop star headline arenas across the region in February 2027. The tour includes a highly anticipated Dublin date at 3Arena on Saturday, 13 February 2027, with tickets priced from €98.75 to €133.75 and going on g

An Chéad Ghlúin Eile /un kayd gloon ella/ meaning: The Next Generation, are sean-nós singing sisters and native Irish speakers from the Ráth Chairn Gaeltacht, carrying one of Ireland’s oldest living musical traditions into a new generation. Originally from Conamara, the sisters are the grandnieces of Darach Ó Catháin, one of the most celebrated sean-nós singers of his generation. His remarkable voice was preserved on his acclaimed 1975 solo album with Gael Linn. Darach passed

International superstar Harry Styles has announced two major Dublin dates as part of the 2027 extension of his record-breaking Together, Together tour. Styles will perform at Croke Park on Wednesday, August 18th and Friday, August 20th, 2027, bringing his acclaimed stadium tour to Ireland as part of a newly announced run of 25 dates across 12 cities in North America, Europe and the UK. The 2027 tour will see Styles perform stadium shows across North America before travelling

Legendary band The Waterboys are set to headline Púca Festival this Halloween, taking to the stage at the Púca Big Top on Sunday 1st November 2026. Their headline performance will bring this year’s festival to a close with a spectacular night of music. Audiences can expect Waterboys classics, rediscovered gems, new directions, drama, improvisation and musical fireworks. The Waterboys have been led by songwriting master Mike Scott since the 1980s and have evolved through numer

With just over a week to go, Jenny Greene is set to bring her Balearic Nights show to 3Olympia Theatre, Dublin, on Saturday 12th September, joined by special guest Collie. The night promises a celebration of classic dance music, with Greene behind the decks for an all-vinyl DJ set featuring the sounds and anthems that have helped shape generations of Irish club culture. Jenny Greene has been a driving force in Irish dance music for almost 25 years. She first made her mark at

Rising singer-songwriter Stella Lefty has added a second Dublin headline show at The Academy following huge demand for her upcoming Irish return. The Los Angeles-based artist will now perform at The Academy on Friday 26th and Saturday 27th March 2027 as part of her ‘Long Way Home Tour’, with tickets for the newly announced Saturday date going on sale this Friday, 4th September, at 10am. The announcement follows Stella Lefty’s sold-out Irish debut earlier this year and comes a

Following headline shows at the Reading, Leeds and Electric Picnic festivals over the weekend, Fontaines D.C. today announce a huge Irish show at Slane Castle, County Meath on Saturday 26th June 2027, subject to licence. The band will follow in the footsteps of the likes of U2, Oasis, Madonna, David Bowie and The Rolling Stones as headliners at the legendary outdoor venue, and will be only the third ever Irish act to headline (after U2 and Thin Lizzy). The news follows the r

Three of Ireland’s biggest names in music are coming together for one unforgettable night at Púca Festival this Halloween, with The Stunning, Sharon Shannon Big Band and Mundy set to take to the stage at the Púca Big Top on the 29th of October. The new addition to this year’s festival programme will bring together three distinctive sounds and generations of Irish music, from The Stunning’s iconic rock anthems and Mundy’s beloved singer-songwriter hits to the unmistakable ene

Púca Festival continues to build its 2026 programme with The Whistlin’ Donkeys, High Stool Prophets, Mark McCabe and special guest Janet Devlin joining the line-up for a huge Halloween night of live music, big singalongs and Irish favourites. Hailing from County Tyrone, The Whistlin’ Donkeys will headline the night, bringing their renowned live show to Trim, Co. Meath. The six-piece Irish folk-rock band blend traditional Irish folk with Celtic rock and have built a strong fol

Thirty years after Mysterious Girl became the soundtrack to school discos, summer holidays and countless singalongs, Summer Sessions At The Manor is giving fans the chance to be part of the celebration. One lucky winner will join Peter Andre on stage during his headline performance at Palmerstown House Estate, Co. Kildare, this Saturday, as well as enjoying the event with three friends. Fans can enter via the official At The Manor Instagram by following the page, liking th

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees The Jacksons will return to Ireland this November for their ONLY Irish performance of 2026 at Dublin's 3Arena on Sunday 15th November, joined by legendary disco icons Sister Sledge featuring Sledgendary for an unforgettable night celebrating the very best of Motown, soul and disco. Taking place at 3Arena, Dublin on Sunday 15th November 2026, this exclusive one-night-only event brings together two of the most celebrated names in popular music

The Exchange Bar & Restaurant at NYX Hotel Dublin Christchurch is opening its doors to the city’s creative community with the launch of The Exchange Sessions, a new initiative designed to give emerging artists and performers a platform to showcase their work completely free of charge. Inspired by the belief that creativity thrives when communities come together, The Exchange Sessions will transform the hotel’s vibrant social hub into a space where new voices and fresh ideas

Púca Festival unveils its first programme announcement for 2026, with Glen Hansard, The Coronas, and Róisín O leading a stellar line-up of Irish talent set to perform across four unforgettable days in County Meath this autumn. Returning to the festival hubs of Trim and Athboy from Thursday 29th October to Sunday 1st November, Púca Festival 2026 will bring together music, comedy, storytelling, food, folklore and immersive experiences inspired by Ireland's ancient traditions, w

Irish rock powerhouse Dea Matrona return stronger and more assured with their second studio album ‘Hate That I Care,’ following the release of its electrifying title track back in March. Recorded, produced and written entirely by the band, the album marks a bold and self-assured step forward for Mollie McGinn and Orláith Forsythe. Leaning further into alt-rock, ‘Hate That I Care’ showcases a sharper, more confident sound while retaining the raw energy that has defined the d

Following the release of their 15th studio album last year ‘Critical Thinking’, legendary Welsh Rock group Manic Street Preachers have announced a sole headline show at Dublin’s 3Olympia Theatre for Thursday, 22nd October 2026. Tickets €61.85/€67.70 (Inc booking fees and venue restoration fee) on sale Friday 29th May at 10AM from Ticketmaster.ie. Bookings subject To 12.5% Service Charge Per Ticket (Max €10.50) Manic Street Preachers — one of the most influential and iconic

Canadian singer/songwriter Goldie Boutilier is bringing the Party 26’ Tour to The Academy, Dublin, with a show on Monday, 9th November 2026, marking her first Irish headline show. Tickets from €27.00 (inc booking fee & venue facility fee) from Ticketmaster.ie on sale Friday 29th May @ 9am. Bookings subject to 12.5% service charge per ticket (max €10.50) With the soul of a poet, the heart of a rock icon, and the diamond-hard vision of an auteur, Goldie Boutilier is an absolu