Music review archives

Brand New Video by Barry Jay Hughes for his song Falling Moon Monaghan singer-songwriter Barry Jay Hughes has released a brand new video for his song “Falling Moon”. The video beautifully portrays the song through dance by the very talented Abbie Lane. A breathtaking piece, with touching lyrics and stunning choreography, this is Barry Jay’s […]

New single from Super Hyper Giant – Always Always is the debut from Super Hyper Giant featuring vocals from ex-Smashing Pumpkins member Nicole Florentino. The electro-pop tune is a release from the forthcoming album “Retro/Futuristic”, which promises to be an eclectic mix of experimental, electro, pop, rock and folk. Always has a futuristic sound, with sweet […]

A review of Skyfever EP Means of Escape Skyfever are a Dublin rock band established November 2014, with this EP released in September 2015. Made up of five guys who came together to make music, Skyfever quote their influences as Kings of Leon, Led Zeppelin, Bowie and Oasis, which is pretty evident in their sound. Receiving […]

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 […]

This is a bit more of a personal post than what would usually go on this blog, but today I feel like I need to speak from the heart. Last night I ran my first ever gig. Named “The Top Floor Presents”, it took place in The Loft in Foley’s Bar and was an accumulation […]

Irish Christmas songs Christmas is traditionally a time for cheesy songs, timeless classics and those few gems we claim to hate but secretly sing to ourselves in the shower. We can all admit that we really do love Christmas songs. As the sleigh-bells ring, ting and jingle, it is time to reflect on our musical […]

An acoustic unplugged night of music in Dublin City Centre Launching tonight, Monday 07 December, The Top Floor Presents is an initiative by Ceol Caint and pals Synchro Promotions as a way to bring together top Irish talent in an intimate setting. It is the ideal opportunity for artists and fans to connect in an […]

The Co-Present radio show throw Tower Records gig to celebrate two years on air Photo by Hazel Coonagh In celebration of two years on air, fully supporting and giving a platform to unsigned Irish artists, The Co-Present will have a birthday bash in Tower Records this Saturday. Stalwarts of the Irish music scene, The Co-Present […]