Music review archives

New Pope releases “Youth” New Pope is the latest musical project from Galway’s David Boland who’s distinctive vocals you might recognise from his previous incarnation as a member of The Depravations. The album might be short on tracks (only 7 in total) however Boland has packed it full of dreamy elegantly crafted new folk tunes […]

New single from Rews – Death Yawn An act who slipped under Ceol Caint’s radar over the past while, but who has simply blown us away; Rews with their new single Death Yawn.  An Irish/London two piece, Rews are creating a serious buzz, and with some major accolades behind them both, it’s no real surprise that […]

Talking Passions met with up-and-coming Bristol producer Newman With tracks hitting No.1 on the Juno download chart, as well as plays from Mr Scruff and Andy Compton, Bristol based ‘Newman‘ has already made a firm impression on the Disco House and Boogie scene. The Producer, originally from the Forest Of Dene, taught himself piano at […]

Lofty’s 8Radio.com Sounds From a Green World January 09 2016 Every week 8Radio brings you the very best in new Irish music on Sounds from a Green World presented by John Loftus and sponsored by Dolans Limerick. The latest episode of Sounds from a Green World, playlist includes – Colin Devlin, Declan Greene, Villagers, Circuit3, […]

An interview with Native Oak Native Oak‘s name perfectly fits his voice. Much like Grandmother Willow in Pocahontas, he offers that soothing comfort that instantly puts you at ease, with a warm glow inside. Imagine sitting by a roaring fire, with a glass of something hot, while you enjoy music that makes you feel content; that’s […]

A Happy Accident’s Debut EP “Waiting to Happen” “A Happy Accident” is the project of Dublin musician Christopher Kestell. He released his debut EP “Waiting to Happen” on January 01; a brilliant way to kick off the New Year. The inspiration behind the EP was the idea that we are all just sitting around waiting for […]

Abner Brown’s “Women in Music” gigs kick off tonight Tonight marks the beginning of Abner Brown’s “Women in Music” series of gigs, which will run up until February 18. Kicking off at half eight, in Abner Brown’s Barbershop in Rathmines, it is a FREE gig which is not to be missed. Donations can be made to […]

Heathers release new video for “November” Heathers have released a hauntingly beautiful new video for their song, “November”. It captures the harshness of winter, and how cold you feel inside when you lose the one you love. The loneliness portrayed is a bitter reality, and yet somehow life has to go on, as everyone else […]