Benny Smiles returns with the yearning uplifting ‘When We Touch’

It’s the little things that matter most in isolation that we miss. A handshake, a…

Blood Donor couples buoyant debut single ‘Bienvenue’ with colourful music video

Blood Donor is the new solo project from ex-Otherkin member Luke Reilly. Recently, Blood Donor…

Watch Denise Chaila perform for Other Voices in Ballina

Limerick MC Denise Chaila has been tearing up the scene since releasing her ‘Copper Bullet…

New Irish Music Industry COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund entitles musicians to a once-off €750 payment

Another update in the world of government & industry action toward protecting the creative sector…

These are the 10 best new tracks this week

Featuring tracks from Phoebe Bridgers, Krystal Klear, The Strokes, VHOOR and many more.

Jamie xx releases new track ‘idontknow’

Having been played by the xx producer and his peers like Four Tet, Daphni, Bicep,…

Irish/English duo Noden drop debut 3-track EP of sunny disco house music

Noden are a duo consisting of Cork man David O’Leary and Essex dude Ollie Harvey…

The first Sunstroke Festival in 20 years is cancelled

Will this be the first of many cancelled Irish festivals this summer?

The best online live streams happening this week

Highlights: Robyn, April, Lisa Hannigan, Soccer Mommy & more.

Watch Bonniesongs perform ‘Ice Cream’ live for a Small Pond session; live album coming in May

The Irish Australian artist Art-folk musician Bonniesongs, aka Bonnie Stewart released a fine album of…

Fight Like Apes share three unreleased tunes

It’s been over four years since the Irish pop punk synth band Fight Like Apes…

An expert suggests large gatherings including festivals, concerts & sporting events may not return to normal until Autumn 2021

The New York Times ran a piece featuring a panel of experts over the weekend…

#COVIDartscrisis with THISISPOPBABY & National Campaign for the Arts (Nialler9 Podcast)

Discussing the Irish government’s response to the arts community and uproar that followed in the wake of announcements.

Clubbing is Culture Mix Series 4 of 4: Lolz

Ireland’s best DJs respond to the contemporary state of cultural spaces.

9 new Irish songs you should hear this week

New music from Biig Piig, Adam Garrett, Selky, Simon Cullen, Junk Drawer & more.

Heartbreak & healing in Fia Moon’s new single ‘Better Days’ (premiere)

The latest single from the Irish emerging pop artist.

Watch The Mary Wallopers sing on a boat for Other Voices in Ballina

The Mary Wallopers were at one of the last known music festivals to take place…

Max Richter’s 8-hour lullaby to broadcast overnight on Lyric FM this Easter weekend

Five years ago, Max Richter released Sleep, an 8-hour lullaby, a soundtrack to your sleep,…