Music review archives
Getting to know: A Happy Accident
An interview with A Happy Accident “A Happy Accident” is what singer/songwriter Christopher Kestell calls himself. Having just released a stunning debut EP(review coming soon), Ceol Caint wanted to get to know him a little better. The Dublin based musician is quite the talent, and it’s quite the happy accident that we came across his […]
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Irish Musicians Abroad: Wallis Bird
We chat to Wallis Bird about why she decided to base her music in Berlin A household name on the Irish music scene, Wallis Bird spread her wings (pardon the pun) and soon gained international fame working from her base in Berlin. While many Irish musicians can struggle to achieve even national success, others set […]
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Getting to know: Sam Ali
An interview with singer/songwriter Sam Ali Originally from England, Sam Ali moved to Ireland at a young age marking a big change and the beginning of difficult times to come. Losing his mother to Cancer in his teens became a driving force for the musician as their relationship, and her encouragement of his music, spurred […]
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Getting to know: Litehouse
Getitng to know Monaghan band Litehouse ahead of their debut release A four-piece rock-pop outfit from Monaghan, Litehouse don’t allow the confines of school let them get in the way of pursuing their musical dream. As seems to be the case with many emerging acts nowadays, Étain and The Klares spring to mind, these talented […]
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Getting to Know: Peco
Introducing Irish musician Peco Dublin based musician Peco has re-launched as a solo-act following the demise of popular band Valentine Black. Touring the UK, US and Canada, Valentine Black enjoyed a lot of success but due to life circumstances getting in the way they were forced to part. His hometown not far away, hailing originally […]
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Getting to know: Mannequin Sex Drive
Getting to know the band Mannequin Sex Drive Introducing themselves as the world’s first and only electricousticrockinfolkpop band, Mannequin Sex Drive offer an eclectic mix of musical fusion. Hailing from various corners of the world, from Brazil to Clare, the band formed back in 2013 and have rapidly grown since. With a number of singles, award […]
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Getting to know: Daäg Hur
An interview with Daäg Hur Dream pop-rock from Dublin, Daäg Hur is made up of Lydia Des Dolles, and a variety of musical collaborations which has seen the act through to its current stage. Having previously been a member of Sweet Jane, Lydia wasn’t satisfied with the creative direction and decided to establish her own act. Working […]
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Katies Hit Mix: An interview with Darragh from Penrose
Katie Hughes has a chat with Darragh from Penrose Originally beginning as a two piece acoustic act, through constant gigging plus radio and TV appearances, Penrose developed into its current four member line-up. Currently consisting of singer Darragh McGrane, rhythm guitarist Caolan Fitzsimons, bassist Mark Bolger and drummer Donal Bownes, Penrose have released their debut EP […]
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