Madra Salach have made their UK television debut on Later… with Jools Holland, performing an energetic take on their recent single ‘Ribbon Factory’ on the BBC show.
The Dublin six-piece were announced as first-time guests for the show’s 69th series, which began on BBC Two on Sunday October 11th. Their episode, which aired on Sunday October 25th, also featured Dexys Midnight Runners, Courtney Barnett and Elkie Brooks.
‘Ribbon Factory’ is the band’s first song for Island Records and the lead track from their debut album Gorta, due on January 15th. The record follows their 2026 debut EP, It’s a Hell of an Age.
The band play Vicar Street in Dublin in April 2027 as part of a sold-out UK and Irish tour for the album and they added a third Vicar Street date on April 16th.
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