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Efa O’Neill curates electronic and experimental music compilation Place: Ireland

Efa O’Neill curates electronic and experimental music compilation Place: Ireland

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:

  1. Soria-Albatross
  2. Flowers at Night – Crystal Gaze
  3. The Outside – Kells Garden
  4. ópax – Bell Dent
  5. Optmst – Am Ez
  6. Ladrin – Haviac Grace
  7. Lighght – Aftermath
  8. STITCH – Alien Romantic
  9. Brawni – Spire
  10. Ultrapollen – Closer
  11. Lúnasa – 24 Hours in Rice
  12. Sanguine Brother – Bambou
  13. Olive Hatake – Boys Do Cry
  14. Small Bear – Brian Eno’s Ghost
  15. Tr One – Race to the Bottom
  16. Hello KT – Track 01
  17. Chaz Moloney – Sionna
  18. MEJMI – Hour 48
  19. Polyp – Flowers Bend
  20. Belacqua – Epish
  21. 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.


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