David Mallaghan (& Ken Hume)

First Published September 2021 POET, PAINTER, ACTIVIST One of the longest-running spoken word events in Ireland, Tullamore's SCENE OF THE RHYME (SOTR), makes its long-awaited return to the world of 'live' events this coming weekend. Saturday, September 11th will see the first of two special performances taking place in John Lee's Bar and Venue at 5pm, while … Continue reading David Mallaghan (& Ken Hume) →

Editorial

First Published September 2021 MUSIC, 'LIVE' EVENTS, AND A GOVERNMENT THAT NEVER CARED Anyone who couldn't have foreseen the current government's appalling treatment of the music and 'live' events sectors simply hadn't been paying attention. The signs were on it right from the moment Catherine Martin T.D. was handed a portfolio that included responsibility for tourism, culture, arts, … Continue reading Editorial →

Marc Roberts

First Published August 2021 "PEOPLE NEED MUSIC" Part 2 It's far from a given that somebody who possesses an extraordinary talent will also possess a personality to match. One gentleman who effortlessly excels in both regards, however, is one of Ireland's foremost talents when it comes to the gentle entwining of words and music, MARC ROBERTS. … Continue reading Marc Roberts →

Marc Roberts

First Published August 2021 "BELIEVE THAT IT'S GOING TO HAPPEN" Part 1 There are certain artists who don't just fall into the category of 'gentleman' in the world of Irish music, but whose very names could well be used to define the term. And singer/songwriter MARC ROBERTS is most definitely one of those artists. Simply put, if … Continue reading Marc Roberts →

Dubh Lee

First Published August 2021 "GIGS MAKE ME HAPPY" Photo Credit: Keery Irvine It's hard to believe it, but here we are. Sixteen months on from the beginning of the Covid era, and 'live' music and events are still most notable by their ongoing absence in our lives. And, the harsh truth of it all is … Continue reading Dubh Lee →