Music
Anne O'Donoghue on 19 Jan 2022
From farm fields to international audiences
Folk singer Emer Dunne started off singing on the family farm for the cows, but it wasn’t long before she moved on to international audiences, writes Anne O’Donoghue
Janine Kennedy on 15 Dec 2021
Thursday night sessions at the unique pub that is Jim of the Mills
You'll find music, yarn-spinning, community and song at Jim of the Mills; one of Ireland's most unique pubs (and if you fancy a cup of tea, just pop into the kitchen). Janine Kennedy writes
Ilka Denker on 19 Nov 2021
What’s on in the cinema this weekend
There’s something for everyone in Ireland’s cinemas this weekend, writes Ilka Denker.
Katherine O'Leary on 03 Nov 2021
Katherine’s Country: forcing ourselves to relax
Having recently attended a concert at the Cork Opera House, Katherine O’Leary writes that – while it is a positive thing to be back at live music – it is hard to completely relax at it.
Anne O'Donoghue on 01 Sep 2021
Making it in Nashville as a country singer
Country singer Billy Currington knows what it takes to make it in Nashville. He speaks to Anne O’Donoghue about his new album that comes away from his usual country sound
Janine Kennedy on 28 Jul 2021
Musician Liz Doherty on Fleadhfest 2021 and her new trad platform
Janine Kennedy speaks with Donegal musician Liz Doherty on FleadhFest 2021, developing a new trad education business and Cape Breton-style fiddle music.
Michael Commins on 14 Jul 2021
Country Sound: a musical tribute to farmers
Derek Ryan tells Michael Commins about his latest single, which is a tribute to farmers
Anne O'Donoghue on 09 Jun 2021
Living Life: Belfast’s busker boy
Thom Southern started out busking on the streets of Belfast. The same streets would ultimately catapult his music career, leading him to Nashville, England and a record deal, writes Anne O’Donoghue.
Contributor on 26 May 2021
This American barn: the taste of music
Sometimes, a glass of milk is more than just something to drink. Sometimes, there’s music in it. This American Barn columnist Ryan Dennis considers the wider cultural influence of dairying.
Janine Kennedy on 05 May 2021
Co Mayo cellist goes viral with his outdoor performances
Cellist Patrick Dexter dreamed of making a living performing and composing music while living rurally. Something the pandemic forced him to do.
Anne O'Donoghue on 28 Apr 2021
Living Life: scout’s honour
Scouting for Girls frontman, Roy Stride, talks to Anne O’Donoghue about the band’s new album, why they end their tours in Ireland and just how far back the bandmates go
Michael Commins on 28 Apr 2021
Country Sound: Déise days
Waterford’s Paddy O’Brien chats to Michael Commins about country music in and around the Déise.
Anne O'Donoghue on 31 Mar 2021
Brothers in arms: music, rural life and Gaeilge with the Ó Beaglaoichs
Séamus and Breanndán Ó Beaglaoich discuss with Anne O’Donoghue planning permission in rural Ireland, growing up completely as Gaeilge and their young start in music.
Leo Powell on 24 Mar 2021
The Front Row: film fabulous
With a need to be entertained now more than ever, Leo Powell looks at the documentary, Town Of Strangers and a new production of Romeo and Juliet
Anne O'Donoghue on 12 Mar 2021
Virtual St Patrick’s Festival - the highlights
Although it’s going to be a very different St Patrick’s Day, it doesn’t have to be a bad one. Here’s an overview of the virtual events taking place.
Anne O'Donoghue on 03 Mar 2021
Living Life: Making music her own
Having quit her tech job, Tolü Makay dedicated 2020 to her music career and despite the obstacles that arose, she finished the year on a high note, writes Anne O’Donoghue
Anne O'Donoghue on 24 Feb 2021
The High Kings at home and away
Finbarr Clancy and Brian Dunphy of The High Kings talk to Anne O’Donoghue about their new album inspired by fans around the world, their musical backgrounds and purism in folk music
Anne O'Donoghue on 19 Feb 2021
Know someone who needs a call from their favourite country singer?
From Nathan Carter to Daniel O’Donnell and Cliona Hagen, Ireland’s top country stars are undertaking an initiative to call fans during lockdown.
Anne O'Donoghue on 14 Feb 2021
Listen: farmyard immunology with Professor Luke O’Neill
Professor Luke O’Neill talks to Anne O’Donoghue about farmers’ immune systems, the importance of influential teachers and his band of scientists
Anne O'Donoghue on 10 Feb 2021
Podcast: the sweet song of science with Prof Luke O'Neill
Professor Luke O’Neill talks to Anne O’Donoghue about farmers’ immune systems, the importance of influential teachers and his band (literally) of scientists