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Niall Byrne

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, Cara Magazine, Sunday Times, Totally Dublin, Red Bull and more. Niall is a DJ, founder of Lumo Club, club promoter, event curator and producer of gigs, listening parties & events in Dublin.

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Féile na Gréine announce full lineup for Limerick experimental festival in August

The Limerick festival of emerging and experimental music has announced its three day lineup over…

Watch Shiv’s music video for ‘Cherry Pie’ featuring Kojaque

Ahead of the release the Irish-Zimbabwean artist’s debut album the defiance of a sadgirl this…

Kasabian & The Streets for Dublin 3Arena show

The English rock band have announced a Dublin show at the 3Arena. Kasabian have announced…

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Just Mustard on the 10 tracks they love right now ahead of their All Together Now show

Ahead of their Jameson Connects The Circle headline show at All Together Now, the Irish…

Jeff Buckley
Jeff Buckley Grace tribute night at Whelan’s to feature Ailbhe Reddy, Faye O’Rourke & special guests

Turning Pirate & Hibernacle are presenting a special tribute to Jeff Buckley’s popular album Grace…

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The Harbour Bar are running a Summer Merch Market

Inspired by Music Merchy Christmas, The Harbour Bar in Bray is putting on a summer…

New album releases: Childish Gambino, Glass Animals, Denzel Curry & more

Here’s a rundown of new releases on DSPs and physical releases in record shops this…

French Touch
A short history of French Touch (Nialler9 Podcast)

Exploring a subset of electronic music made in France from the years 1996 to 2004.…

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Limerick’s His Father’s Voice kick into gear with ‘The Blues’ (music video)

I’ve been loving the music being released by the Limerick new wave four-piece this year.…

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Intro: Fcukers – DFA indie sleaze and ‘Devil’s Haircut’ mix on nu-indie hit ‘Homie Don’t Shake’

Fcukers are a New York electronic trio who are bringing a big indie sleaze vibe…

Sampa
Sampa the Great added to Another Love Story Festival

Having announced the vast majority of the lineup for Killyon Manor this year, Another Love…

Trailer Park lineup announced for Electric Picnic

The artists for this year’s silly caravan and trailer area in Stradbally have been announced.…

Kynsy
Kynsy – ‘Stereo Games’

The Irish artist newly signed to Nice Swan is back with a new single. Following…

The best gigs in Dublin this week: July 16th – 22nd

Gig Guide Highlights: Musictown, Phoenix, Leftfield, Cosha, Rachael Lavelle, Soda Blonde, Elaine Howley, Chameleon, Uly, Damien Dempsey, Coeo, Dublin Modular, E The Artist, Mohammad Syfkhan, Backstory.

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Alan Sparhawk (Low) announces Irish date & solo debut album

Low’s Alan Sparhawk has announced a new album White Roses, My God, out September 27th…

The final Electric Picnic tickets go on sale Wednesday

This year’s Electric Picnic tickets sold out last year in September. That’s nearly 10 months…

The New Irish Music Playlist: Ahmed, With Love, Fixity, VERA, Arvo Party, Kawaii Hoe & more

Featuring Ahmed, With Love, Fixity, VERA, Arvo Party, Balderdasch, Emma Noodles, Kawaii Hoe, Seamus O’Muineachain, Honey Still.

Podcast: Andrea & Niall’s favourite music of June

From this episode going forward, the Best of the Month episode is going Patreon-only. Public…

Chamomile Club
Chamomile Club announce big lineup for summer event in Orlagh House

Chamomile Club is the Dublin collective who have been putting on immersive ambitious events in…

Salty Dog lineup announced for Electric Picnic

The Salty Dog has announced its shipwrecked lineup for Stradbally 2024. Here’s how it looks:…