Litehouse Release Single "Catalyst"

Upcoming Irish Band Share Their Second Release

We've done a feature interview with these guys before and shared their first single "Black Cats" back in November, but now, it's time to introduce you to their second release.

I can honestly say that I haven't stopped listening to "Catalyst" on Spotify and with already over 1,000 streams in less than a week, it's clear that I'm not the only one!

Interest is continuing to grow around Litehouse and the lads headlined Whelans recently to a sell out crowd which proves that their Dublin fanbase is continuing to grow.

The four piece, from Monaghan, will be hoping that this latest track is as successful, if not more successful than their first which generated plenty of AirPlay and online reviews, however, having played shows in Sin E (Dublin) and McKennas (Monaghan) to celebrate the release of "Catalyst", it's clear that it's already becoming a fan favourite.

Have a listen for yourself on Spotify or iTunes! You won't be disappointed!

Three Irish Acts Prepare To Embark on Mini-Tour

Less Than A Month To Go Until The Tour Begins

TADGH, The New Social and Fallen Lights have all become new names in the music scene over the past year but have all achieved a huge amount of success in a short space of time.

They're trying to revive the good old fashioned sentiment of building bridges between other acts, touring together and helping each other build their fan bases. Having been introduced to each other by chance, the three acts thought it might be initially a good idea to play a show together but that soon developed into a mini tour now taking on Dublin, Slane, Galway and Belfast with more dates to be announced.

The management companies behind the three acts have also been given the bonus inclusion of Beatvyne, who pride themselves on connecting fans and artists. The Sound Feed who are a media platform for upcoming recording artists and lekmk promotions who are an upcoming concert promoter in Ireland are all contributing to help build and promote this tour with an inevitable outcome. Trust me, I would highly recommend you pop along to one of these gigs!

Tickets are available via eventbrite.com, bandsintown.com and from the venues on the night.

'Moves Me Love Me' Tour Dates:

4th Nov - The Grand Social, Dublin
9th Nov - Monroes, Galway
11th Nov - Boyles, Slane
15th Nov - BarSub, Belfast

Picture This Release New Music Video

"I Don't Know Why" Music Video Out Now!

These last few days have been manic for Picture This, who, after an exceptional year so far, were signed by the Universal record label. 

The guys have also completed a number of dates on their sold out tour, with gigs in the Olympia Theatre and the U.K. still to look forward to! 

However, amongst all the madness, they somehow found the time to shoot the music video for my favourite track off their debut EP. The track is called "I Don't Know Why" and as you'll expect by now, the video (set in a bedroom) is class too! I think the simplicity of it makes it special. Check it out below! 

The only way is up for these fellas! 

Gig Guide: 'The Shortgrass Sessions' @ The Ivy Inn, Naas

Superb Lineup of Artists This Week 

The Shortgrass Sessions returns to the Ivy Inn in Naas this coming Wednesday (Oct 19th) with David Keenan, Keith Plunkett and Elly D taking to the stage!

Tickets are priced at €12 and are available from the venue itself or www.downdaroad.com, but first, here's a little bit about the artists; 

David Keenan

Keenan is an extremely talented singer/songwriter hailing from Dundalk in Co. Louth. He first came to public attention when a video of him performing his original track entitled 'El Paso' in the back of a local taxi went viral both nationally and internationally. Following on from that, he continued to grow as an artist, performing at a number of different venues to adoring crowds. And most recently, this September he played at the biggest music festival Ireland has to offer, delivering a set at Electric Picnic's Village Hall. Keenan has a number of high profile admirers with Damien Dempsey going on record to say that "David has it all, voice, guitar playing, lyrics, he's a master of all three."

Keith Plunkett

I've seen this guy live on a number of occasions and each and every time, he keeps getting better and better. An incredibly hard working, dedicated and energetic musician, Keith Plunkett has built up quite a reputation for himself, playing at numerous festivals up and down the country and getting airplay on a considerable amount of radio stations too. He released his 4 track EP last year which did well in the iTunes chart as well as selling a number of physical copies too. He's supported acts such as Hermitage Green and Paddy Casey in recent times and can also be caught busking from time to time too! Keep an ear out for his track 'Jigsaw', it's a personal favourite of mine! 

Elly D

Elly D is an established artist from West Dublin who will return to the Naas venue following her appearance at the recent Hardly Strictly Acoustic Music Festival. She has a unique voice that has been likened to "Blondie's Debbie Harry meets Irish Songstress Gemma Hayes". Her wide vocal range and hooky melodies along with her uncompromising stage presence have made her stand out from the musical crowd. She also recently released a 4 track EP called "Rise" which I have to say I'm loving at the moment. Check out www.ellydmusic.com for more info! 

Wairwe Land Release New Single

Up and Coming Irish Band Officially Release "Cupid's Daughter" 

Fresh from playing a headline show in The Grand Social in recent weeks, energetic up and coming band Wairwe Land have released their latest single "Cupid's Daughter" over the weekend. 

The lads originally wrote the track a couple of years ago when they were in college but decided to scrap it because it wasn't coming together quite how they would have liked. 

However, in March this year, they opted to give it another shot, took their time with it and I have to say, the end product is quite slick!

Lead singer Sean McGrath says the song describes when "you can't get someone off your mind and no matter where you go or what you do, you feel as though that person is always there with you" 

The track was recorded in Temple Lane Studios up in Dublin and mastered in Abbey Road and is available on iTunes, Spotify and all other good music platforms. 

You can keep right up to date with the band's latest news on their official Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts. 

Gavin James Releases Incredible Cover of 'Sorry'

The Irish Singer/Songwriter Shares Outstanding Stripped Back Version of JB Tune

It's getting to the stage where I genuinely think there is nothing that this guy can't do! Once again, he has outdone himself with this mind blowing cover which appears to give Bieber's song a whole new meaning! 

Gav is currently on tour in the UK and I had the pleasure of popping along to his gig in Bristol a few days ago and he killed it as per usual. 

I don't know where or how he found the time to record this track but the end product is unreaaaaal! Check it out for yourself! 

Janet Devlin Releases 'Outernet Song'

Janet Devlin Is Back With A Brand New Track

Okay okay, we all remember Janet Devlin's mind-blowing rendition of Elton John's 'Your Song' for her X Factor audition, but trust me, there's a lot more to this artist than just that competition! 

Working independently, Janet is back with a quirky new track, which I guess deals with some of the issues in society at the moment as well as talking about her own personal experiences too, and I have to say, I kinda love it! 

'Outernet Song' follows up from her 'December Daze' EP which was released last winter and is also available on Spotify, iTunes etc etc! 

The next couple of months promise to be incredibly busy for Janet Devlin as she prepares to embark on a UK tour! I'll be popping over to Newcastle to write up a review! You can check out the dates, along with the official video to her new track below! 

23 Nov - Old Fire Station, Carlisle

24 Nov - Beat Generator Live, Dundee

25 Nov - Electric Circus, Edinburgh 

26 Nov - Tunnels, Aberdeen

27 Nov - Cluny 2, Newcastle

1 Dec - Worthing Pier, Worthing 

2 Dec - Drift Southsea, Portsmouth 

3 Dec - South Devon Art Centre, Totnes

4 Dec - Convent, Gloucester

8 Dec - Union Chapel, London

9 Dec - Deaf Institute, Manchester

10 Dec - Platform, Lincoln

14 Dec - The Empire Music Hall, Belfast

16 Dec - Strule Art Centre, Omagh