Music
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
Anne O'Donoghue on 30 Jan 2021
Listen: have you ever heard of the Biddie?
Mike Coffey is one of Ireland’s last traditional straw hat makers. His hats are worn for a very unique St Brigid’s Day tradition in Kerry called the Biddie. He was in conversation with Anne O’Donoghue.
Anne O'Donoghue on 27 Jan 2021
Podcast: have you ever heard of the Biddie?
Mike Coffey is one of Ireland’s last traditional straw hat makers. His hats are worn for a very unique St Brigid’s Day tradition in Kerry called the Biddie. In conversation with Anne O’Donoghue.
Anne O'Donoghue on 20 Jan 2021
Living Life: Returning to roots
New pursuits by Hothouse Flowers’ Fiacnha O Braonáin have taken the musician towards acting for the first time. They have also brought him back to his roots, writes Anne O’Donoghue
Anne O'Donoghue on 06 Jan 2021
Living Life: finding your voice
Music was always a part of Siobhán McAleese’s life. Even so, she drifted from it for a period. However, getting through tough times has reignited her passion for singing, writes Anne O’Donoghue
Anne O'Donoghue on 11 Nov 2020
Living Life: doing it Dagny’s way
Norwegian singer Dagny was on the verge of giving up on getting her ‘big break’ when it finally came, and since then, she has been on an upward trajectory, writes Anne O’Donoghue.
Anne O'Donoghue on 30 Oct 2020
Funding increase for the music industry
Funding under the Music Industry Stimulus Package has increased by €700,000 due to demand.
Anne O'Donoghue on 09 Oct 2020
New single from Tipperary trad band
The single from Strings & Things was inspired by a music festival that never went ahead.
Anne O'Donoghue on 30 Sep 2020
Living Life: it all works out
Lead singer of The Riptide Movement, Mal Touhy, speaks to Anne O’Donoghue about the Roscommon influence on his music, his favourite gig ever and the positive aspects to busking
Mairead Lavery on 30 Sep 2020
Are you dancing?
Could drive in concerts help fill the gap for the thousands of people, for whom a night’s dancing was their main social outlet and the highlight of their week. Mairead Lavery writes
Anne O'Donoghue on 16 Sep 2020
‘I’m not really interested in being famous’
Derry actor and singer, Bronagh Gallagher speaks to Anne O’Donoghue about her musical upbringing, finding the confidence to sing and forging a sustainable career in showbiz
Anne O'Donoghue on 05 Aug 2020
Living Life: Music therapy
A difficult time in singer-songwriter Miles Graham’s life caused him to quit music. Ultimately though, it was the therapeutic nature of music that got him back in the game, writes Anne O’Donoghue
Anne O'Donoghue on 15 Jul 2020
Living Life: the hot press studio
During lockdown Joseph Gorman had to record his college final year music project at home on the farm. This called for much ingenuity, including the repurposing of a hot press, writes Anne O’Donoghue