Efa O’Neill’s compilation features a selection of Irish electronic and experimental musicians, and is out today.
Place: Ireland is out on the Air Texture label, as part of an international series focused on the intersection of music and activism, and proceeds go to charitable causes supporting humanitarian and environmental initiatives.
Efa says:
For this edition of the Air Texture series, Place, I wanted to shine a light on Ireland’s thriving electronic music community – a scene that’s close to my heart. Each artist featured here is someone I’ve crossed paths with through Out of Space events, my radio show, or simply by being immersed in this small but vibrant community
Rather than defining a specific theme or genre, I invited each contributor to submit music that felt true to where they were creatively. The result is a diverse yet cohesive snapshot of the electronic soundscape across Ireland – featuring voices from beyond the capital, reaching into all corners of the country.
What emerged is a compilation full of character and contrast: ambient textures sit beside rhythmic explorations, experimental approaches meet emotional resonance. Despite the variety, there’s an energy that binds it all – a reflection of the trust and creative freedom each artist brought to the project.
Charity Partner
Proceeds from this release will support BirdWatch Ireland’s Marine Conservation efforts, including their involvement in the Fair Seas campaign to protect Ireland’s coastal and marine ecosystems.
Tracklist:
- Soria-Albatross
- Flowers at Night – Crystal Gaze
- The Outside – Kells Garden
- ópax – Bell Dent
- Optmst – Am Ez
- Ladrin – Haviac Grace
- Lighght – Aftermath
- STITCH – Alien Romantic
- Brawni – Spire
- Ultrapollen – Closer
- Lúnasa – 24 Hours in Rice
- Sanguine Brother – Bambou
- Olive Hatake – Boys Do Cry
- Small Bear – Brian Eno’s Ghost
- Tr One – Race to the Bottom
- Hello KT – Track 01
- Chaz Moloney – Sionna
- MEJMI – Hour 48
- Polyp – Flowers Bend
- Belacqua – Epish
- Sad City – Bee
what is place: a location specific electronic music compilation series where all proceeds are donated to local groups working on important causes in that area such as environment, human rights, conflict aid, and support. a non profit project from airtexture.
About Efa
Efa O’Neill is a DJ, producer, and curator based in Dublin, known for championing Irish electronic music through Out of Space – a radio show and event series spotlighting both emerging and established artists.
As one half of The Outside, she explores sound through field recordings, analog gear, and collaborative processes. Beyond the club, Efa crafts rich sonic environments – from sound-driven radio dramas to documentary-style podcasts – bringing stories to life with cinematic depth for national broadcasters and independent projects.
Her work bridges communities and disciplines, powered by a deep commitment to local scenes and the art of sonic storytelling.
Niall Byrne is the founder of the most-influential Irish music site Nialler9, where he has been writing about music since 2005. He is the co-host of the Nialler9 Podcast and has written for the Irish Times, Irish Independent, Sunday Times, Totally Dublin, Cara Magazine, Red Bull and more. Niall is a DJ, co-founder of Lumo Club, event curator, Indie Sleaze club promoter, and producer of gigs and monthly listening parties & events in Dublin.
