While on the road with his Modern Mythologies Tour, I had the absolute pleasure of chatting with David Keenan right before his exemplary show in Dolan’s Warehouse. Hey David, thanks a million for...
Ronan O'Brien
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Caitlin ConnorsCoachella 2026 Highlights: Weekend One
It is that time of year again. When influencers flood our feeds with Coachella content. From the actual music performances to skits mocking other influencers. Coachella has become one of the biggest music festivals...
Tori Sheehan
Maia SmithOlivia Rodrigo Announces New Album, “you seem pretty sad for a girl so in love”
Olivia Rodrigo has announced her third album. The singer, songwriter and actor announced on her Instagram with over 39 million followers. “You seem pretty sad for a girl so in love” is set to be released on...
Richard BodinDua Lipa Set To Curate London Literature Festival 2026
The English-Albanian singer, songwriter and actor will curate the 2026 London Literature Festival. The Brits and Grammy winner appears to be the best musician for the job. London Literature Festival 2026 The Southbank...
Essentials Albums
The Ramones
By The RamonesIn the mid-seventies, when popular music leaned toward the spectacular theatrics of glam-rock or the dazzling virtuosity of prog rock, a band of thug-looking lads from Queens, going by the name of The Ramones, were...
Aftermath
By Rolling StonesThe Stones The Rolling Stones stand tall in the rock world to this day. They are considered by most to amongst the most influential bands of all time. Debuting with their self-titled album in 1964, they became natural...
Matt LuceyNew Music Reviews
Everything is Great
By Carsie Blanton, The Burning HellDuring our last interview with Carsie Blanton, she announced a new album in collaboration with The Burning Hell ahead of their upcoming European tour. Everything is Great came out last week and the least I could say is...
Superbloom
By Jessie WareDance-pop queen Jessie Ware returns with another helping of what people love. On her sixth studio album, Superbloom, the Londoner navigates between the dancefloor and the bedroom on a multifaceted project. Dancing Queen...
AN INSATIABLE HIGH
By Masayoshi TakanakaSUMMER IS HERE We’re getting to that time of the year. The rain is less frequent. Evenings are getting longer. Evening sunsets are looking like cotton candy that you wish you could slurp up. The beach is calling. Summer...
Adam Kenny
Overnight Delivery
By Delicate SteveIntro to delicate Steve Delicate Steve, AKA Steve Marion, is an American musician who has gained attention in recent years. Steve, born in New Jersey, was planning his career in music from the start. Before leaving high...
God and the Broken Ribs
By Jack WhiteBackground of Jack Jack White is one of the most renowned rock musicians of the early 2000s. Jack was a core member of the band, The White Stripes, with his then wife, Meg White. Born in Detroit, Jack would build up his...
You’re not a Ghost Anymore: FAITH
By Joseph ArthurThe first time I heard Joseph Arthur, twenty-something years ago, his voice instantly fascinated me: raspy, deep, literally haunting. Beyond the voice, his very personal touch of indie rock music, made him one of those...
Valley Of Distraction
By TankusI don’t know how I have missed them so far, but I did. Tankus —formerly known as Tankus The Henge— has been around for the past twenty years, and they produce the kind of music I simply love to hear. They blend...
On The Boards
By Rory Gallagher, TasteOn The Boards is a special album for me as it was the first of Rory I had listened to from his days in Taste. It was evident from the first song that his more recent style, whilst slightly changed still carries those...
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The Art of Collecting Records
Whenever you take a look at someone’s record collection you will always become amused at what someone collects. I have been collecting records on vinyl since the late 60s and I always question myself many...
Nicky WoulffePlaylist
Don’t Miss Them (vol. 6)
This one came together pretty naturally. New releases, a few recommendations, and a couple of artists we’d been meaning to get back to. It moves around a bit, from off-kilter art punk to folk-leaning songs and quieter...
Editorial TeamLive Shows
Part of the Process with Carsie Blanton & The Burning Hell
Ever since I had the opportunity to catch a glimpse of a Carsie Blanton live performance during The 24hrs Play in Dublin last year, I was curious to get the full experience. Over the past year, she has been recording...
Pinch of Snuff Lift Dolans in a Cultural Display of Jigs & Reels
Pinch of Snuff are a band I was desperate to see live. Being introduced to the band from viral videos, their 2026 tour of Ireland was one opportunity I was never going to pass. Pinch of Snuff Pinch of Snuff are...
Latest Movies
Project Hail Mary
By Phil Lord, Christopher MillerI have to admit, I never read Andy Weir’s original novel. So I wasn’t too sure about what to expect when sitting in the theatre to watch the new Ryan Gosling’s flick Project Hail Mary. All I knew was...
More Interviews
It All Worked Out: Interview with Mal Tuohy from The Riptide Movement
With the band currently celebrating 20 years of making music together, I had the pleasure of chatting with Mal Tuohy from The Riptide Movement to talk about their rise and memories from their incredible career so far...
Fifteen Years On: Barry Murphy Reflects on the Journey of Hermitage Green
On May 3rd, 2026, Hermitage Green will take over the stage at King John’s Castle to kick off their anniversary tour in style. Fifteen years is no small feat for any band, and the Limerick group plans to celebrate the...
Older Articles
Peace in Mind
By Paul SherryI was recently recommended a new artist to check out. Paul Sherry. Now, I get recommended artists by friends, family and coworkers constantly. Sometimes I enjoy them. Other times, I nod along and say “I can see why you...
Inspired Conflicts
By Alpine SkiesUsually in my reviews, I like to give a bit of an introduction to the band. Alpine Skies, however, are relatively new on the scene, and so, we look more to their future than their past. A Dublin based band, this duo...
The Man Comes Around
By PulpAfter their long-awaited 2025 comeback with More, Pulp are back again. But this time, in miniature. Their latest digital EP spans just three tracks, yet it offers a surprisingly broad palette: a daring Johnny Cash cover...
Emma Lawlor
Répression
By TrustThe other day, I was browsing my record collection looking for something ‘refreshing‘. By that, I mean something I haven’t listened to for a while, something that would break away from my recent...
Vol. II
By Angine de PoitrineViral math rock sensation Angine de Poitrine return with their second album. A duo whose appearances are as bizarre as the music they produce, they are certainly an enigma. Khn et Klek Hailing from Saguenay, Québéc...
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By UnderscoresI remember you! The county fair! “Del mar county fair 2008” is the first I had ever heard of Underscores. What to me, felt like to be some of the newer wave of 100 Gecs inspirations to come out in recent years. The...
Don’t Miss Them (vol. 5)
This month’s Hidden Track playlist dives deep into the freshest, most intriguing sounds from across Europe and beyond. From the neo-acoustic introspection of Munyamunya Plastic. and the lush, string-laden atmospheres of...
The Art of McCartney And The Man Is Still On The Run
Paul McCartney is now 65 years threading the boards in the world we call Rock-and-Roll. First as a member of the Quarrymen which would eventually become The Beatles, and then Wings… The Post Beatles Era After The...
Brian Boyle
Long Before MTV: When “St. Louis Blues” Became the First Music Video
Now that The Hidden Track has opened a new video section, it feels only right to go back to the very beginning and ask a simple question: what was the first music video? Before we even start, let’s clear a couple of...
Gorillaz Turn Dublin Into a Living, Breathing Visual Soundscape
Prior to Albarn and crew arriving, the tone for the night had already been set by support act Sounds Mint. Blending elements of rock, and rap, they proved to be a fitting and thoughtful complement to what followed...
Peter Burrows
Seán Feeny and the Pull of “Tír Mór”
Seán Feeny doesn’t have the typical musical journey. While he spent his younger years spread across Germany, Northern Ireland and Ireland, he grew up with a rich musical background, surrounded by instruments of...
Que se passe-t-il ?
By LézardThe mysterious algorithms out there sometimes seem to know me well. I was accidentally served a shot of Lézard, and the least I can say is that they got my attention instantly. What I heard was a crazy mix of funk...
Only Moonlight
By SaltaireIn the ever fertile landscape of Irish folk music, new groups often emerge carrying the tradition forward while gently bending it toward new horizons. The trio Saltaire do exactly that on their debut EP Only Moonlight...
Make-up is a Lie
By MorrisseyMorrissey is finally releasing new material for the first time since I Am Not A Dog On A Chain (2020). However, he never really stopped being active, between and touring. He did, however, record an album in 2021...
Somebody tried to sell me a bridge
By Van MorrisonVan the Man Van Morrison needs no introduction. A true titan of the music industry, Van has been releasing music steadily since the 60s. He has the rare honour of being in the top 10 albums for 4 consecutive decades. To...
