Alternative grime artist Nori and breakout London rapper Pozzy land in Dublin on 23rd April for a special night spotlighting the next wave of UK rap.

Hailing from St Albans, Nori has channelled a journey marked by family loss and homelessness into a relentless creative drive. His name (“iron” reversed) symbolising resilience, pushing grime forward with his signature high-energy video game esque production and sharp, introspective lyricism. Fresh from a breakout year, a DJ Mag Best of British Breakthrough Artist nomination and the release of his debut project it’s all up in the air, Pozzy steps into this new chapter focused on growth, roots and longevity. Together, they bring innovation, momentum and serious presence to the Irish scene.

O’Flynn’s debut live show marks a new chapter, an opportunity to reimagine his catalogue beyond the club. Known for his dynamic DJ sets, O’Flynn now steps into a more immersive space, blending unreleased and unheard material with the high-energy sounds that define his performances. He plays The Grand Social on Saturday 18th of April, 2026. Tickets go on sale Thursday, November 6th at 9am.

'Putting together a live show of my music has always been a dream of mine. I’m so excited to finally explore and perform pieces that don’t always fit into my club sets. Playing live opens up a whole new space, a chance to bring forward music that hasn’t yet had its moment in front of an audience, and to let it flow into the more high-energy tunes in a completely new way.'

A project long in the making, the live show captures both the emotional depth and rhythmic intensity of his music in a fresh form.With releases on Blip Discs, Ninja Tune, and his own imprint Hundred Flowers, O’Flynn’s productions have garnered support from Four Tet, Ben UFO, Gilles Peterson, James Blake and Bonobo – along with key editorial platform endorsements such as Boiler Room and The Guardian, the latter championing him as “dance floor dynamite”.

Jehnny Beth brings the “You Heartbreaker, You Tour” to The Workman’s Club on March 24th, 2026

Where art meets energy: Jehnny Beth transforms the stage into pure, electric theatre.

Jehnny Beth first came to prominence as the compelling frontwoman of Savages, the Mercury Prize–nominated post-punk band known for its live performances and stark lyricism. Her acclaimed solo debut To Love Is To Live (2020) expanded that vision — bold, cinematic, and emotionally charged. Since then, she has multiplied collaborations (Idles, Gorillaz, Sextile, Bobby Gillespie...) while simultaneously continuing her career in acting with standout performances in Audiard’s Paris, 13th District, and Triet’s Palme d’Or and Oscar-winning Anatomy of a Fall. In 2020, she created the TV series ECHOES to spotlight emerging artists like Wet Leg, Fontaines D.C., and Kneecap.

In 2022, she returned to the stage with IDLES, toured with Depeche Mode in Europe, and joined Queens of the Stone Age across the U.S., where performing at hardcore and metal festivals sparked a new creative fire. Reuniting in France with longtime creative partner Johnny Hostile — just off tour with Nick Cave & Warren Ellis — she began shaping the forthcoming You Heartbreaker, You — a cathartic, radical album born of urgency, joy, and rebellion. With instinctive lyrics, fierce vocals, and Hostile’s uncompromising production, the record channels chaos into sonic liberation. You Heartbreaker, You offers a visceral space to scream, breathe, and feel alive in a world teetering on collapse.

Prioritising feeling over perfectionism, Alfa Mist has become one of the UK’s most distinct musical voices. A self-taught pianist, producer and rapper, his work drifts between intimate bedroom productions and expansive jazz orchestrations, always sidestepping genre boxes.

Having collaborated with the likes of Jordan Rakei, Tom Misch and Loyle Carner, Alfa has built a reputation for music that is both deeply personal and far-reaching. This March he brings the Roulette Tour to Dublin, playing Whelan’s on 19 March 2026.

Caroline play Whelan’s this March 15th. Returning with 'caroline 2', the eight-piece embrace a bolder, more expansive sound, gaining universal acclaim, a Best New Music on Pitchfork and featuring on best of 2025 lists including Uncut, Pitchfork, Crack, The Wire, Vogue, Sterogum and The Quietus. Tickets go on sale this Friday, Friday 9th Jan @ 9am.

Going beyond their debut's explorations of repetition, slowness and space, it pushes further into dynamic contrasts - organic and electronic, raw and refined. Launched with the striking single ‘Tell me I never knew that’, featuring Caroline Polachek’s unmistakable vocals, caroline 2 showcases a fearless interplay of layered instrumentation, warped vocal processing, and moments of both euphoria and melancholy. Intentional and immersive, this next chapter solidifies caroline as one of the most innovative voices in contemporary music. Catch their powerful live show on tour.

Grammy-winning producer and electronic artist Tourist brings his hypnotic sound to Vicar Street, Dublin on February 25th. Blending emotion and euphoria in equal measure, Tourist has built a world of shimmering house, trance and ambient textures across albums like Inside Out and Memory Morning.

A master of mood and movement, his live sets are immersive, intimate, and beautifully transportive.

Tickets go on sale Friday, October 10th at 10am.

With the release of their fifth studio album Elsewhere, out September 26, 2025, Grandbrothers return to the stage with a renewed sound and expanded live show. While their signature combination of acoustic piano and beat-driven textures has always defined their music, Elsewhere marks the first time the duo bring analog synths, drum machines, and a more forceful sense of motion into their live performances. It’s a bold shift — a new chapter that stays true to their essence while opening new doors.

Across more than 32 dates throughout Europe and the UK, the Elsewhere tour will take them to some of the continent’s most iconic venues — including Élysée Montmartre (Paris), Melkweg (Amsterdam), Huxleys Neue Welt (Berlin), Scala (London), and Vicar Street (Dublin).

The live show presents a fully reworked stage setup and a visual language that reflects the bold musical shift behind Elsewhere. Layered textures, intricate rhythms, and a sense of both intimacy and forward motion shape the performance experience.

Irish singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist MOIO has announced his debut headline show at Lost Lane, Dublin on Thursday, December 19th, 2025.

Following the release of his acclaimed new EP Earthday, MOIO continues to carve out his own lane, blurring the line between bedroom pop, alt-rock, and alternative R&B with openhearted songs built for deep emotional connection.

MayKay is stepping into her own spotlight. With her debut solo album dropping October 10 on GrainStore Records, the former Fight Like Apes frontwoman has announced a headline date at Whelan’s this December 18.

The record, born out of grief and self-discovery, leans into raw themes of loss and renewal—led by the single “Busted.” Ahead of the release, MayKay hits a run of intimate in-stores in Dublin, Limerick, and Cork.

Her Whelan’s show marks a new chapter: MayKay, unfiltered and finally solo on her own stage.

Sadie Jean brings her “Early Twenties” Tour to Dublin this December 5.

Still rooted in her singer-songwriter core, this new chapter sees Sadie lean into a sharper, more electric sound—bold, raw, and unmistakably her. It’s everything your early twenties feel like, bottled up in a live show.

Tickets on sale Friday, May 2 at 10AM.

BUNT’s journey is one of persistence, resilience, and unwavering dedication. For over a decade, he quietly shaped his sound, only to have everything change in January 2023 when his track "Clouds" became a global sensation. A true testament to the power of believing in your craft, "Clouds" amassed 50 million impressions before its official release, quickly climbing the Billboard Hot Electronic Songs Chart.

Known for his unconventional approach to both music and performance, BUNT. has played over 200 shows worldwide—from car washes to luchador arenas. His immersive, IN THE ROUND shows blur the line between performer and audience, creating an experience that’s raw, intimate, and electric.

With over 275 million streams to date and a sold-out stadium show at Mexico City’s Velódromo Olímpico, BUNT. is redefining the future of dance music.

Tickets go on sale Friday 02 May at 10am.

New Zealand alt-pop icon Lorde has announced Ultrasound, her fall North American and European headline tour.

Returning to Dublin this November 22nd at the RDS Simmonscourt, pre-sale begins Wednesday May 14th at 10:00am.

General on sale begins Friday, May 16th at 10:00am.

This announcement follows the news of her highly anticipated new album Virgin - out 27th of June and the release of What Was That, co-produced by Lorde, Jim-E Stack and Dan Nigro.

The track has been praised for its raw energy and emotional immediacy, offering a glimpse into the sonic world of Virgin.

Tickets: €82 incl booking fee + service charge.
Doors: 5:00pm | Show starts 6:30pm.
No under 16s – under 18s must be accompanied by an adult

Japanese-Canadian artist, Saya Gray plays Opium this November 05th.

Saya has a unique ability to create a collage of sounds that feel both comforting and disorienting, vast yet intimate. Her releases so far, 2022’s ‘19MASTERS’ , 2023’s ‘QWERTY I’ and 2024’s 'QWERTY II' were made in periods of intense isolation, and as Saya herself describes it, she puts ‘1000 personalities in one song’. It’s this unfiltered, frenzied approach to her art that she feels is necessary to reclaim her sense of self in an ever changing world - and in the process marking her as one of the most exciting, up and coming musicians operating today. 2025 is a landmark year for Saya as she released her debut album ’SAYA” - which is by far her most personal and intimate project to date.

Tickets on sale Friday 6th of June @ 10:00am

A genre-defying MC who rides lo-fi, boom-bap, and smoky psych-rap with effortless finesse, Lord Apex has a sound rooted in classic hip-hop filtered through a modern, introspective lens.

This autumn, he brings that unmistakable energy to Dublin’s Workman’s Club on the 29th of October.

Beverly Glenn-Copeland plays The Button Factory this October 07th, 2025.

Throughout a fifty year recording career, Beverly Glenn-Copeland's music has defied categorisation and genre, its only consistency being the extraordinary fusion of vision, technology, spirituality and place.

Tickets go on-sale Friday June 6th.

Kean Kavanagh returns to Bello Bar this October.

Fresh off the release of The Whistle, his first solo track since Wrestling Music, Kean opens a new chapter— leaning into raw, bittersweet storytelling with a sound that folds indie, Americana and a flicker of Irish trad into something unmistakably his own.

Tickets go on sale Thursday 1st May at 10am.

Headlining and curating this year’s festival is none other than the iconic Iggy Pop for his first show back in Dublin in 17 years. Hailed as the godfather of punk, from his trailblazing days with The Stooges in the late ’60s to his electrifying solo career, Iggy has inspired generations and set the stage for punk and grunge alike. Widely acknowledged as one of the most dynamic stage performers of all time, Iggy Pop has built a legendary career filled with both critical acclaim and fanatic cult success. Many say you should put seeing Iggy rock out on one’s “must-see” list – his fans of all generations are the first to testify to that.

Joining Iggy Pop is a lineup of exceptional artists, spanning diverse genres and talents. Among the first announced are:

THE SCRATCH from Dublin, blend heavy metal, Irish folk, stadium rock, and post-punk into a unique and genre-defying sound. The band quickly captured local attention by starting with acoustic guitars and a wooden box. Known for their constant evolution and lighthearted approach, The Scratch has built a devoted fan base across Ireland, the UK, Europe, and North America with their high-energy live shows.

Dublin-based GILLA BAND defy categorisation, fusing noise-rock guitars, techno-inspired drums, and intense, wailing vocals to create a sound that’s both chaotic and captivating. Frontman Dara Kiely’s surreal, witty lyrics channel rock’s raw, self-destructive energy, cementing the band as a cornerstone of Ireland’s alternative scene. Known for electrifying, apocalyptic live shows, Gilla Band signed with Rough Trade in 2015, debuting with Holding Hands With Jamie. After a celebrated comeback with The Talkies, they’re back with Most Normal, featuring singles like “Eight Fivers” that have already topped The Guardian‘s charts.

Dublin’s SPRINTS are rapidly rising with their Top 20 debut album, Letter To Self, and major support slots for IDLES and Pixies. Their powerful performances at Glastonbury and All Together Now have cemented their reputation for raw, resilient songwriting that tackles personal trauma. Praised by NME, DIY, and Pitchfork, Letter To Self has made SPRINTS a standout in modern rock. As they introduce new material and Feast, the band’s relentless momentum shows no sign of slowing.

London-based WARMDUSCHER are a defiantly unconventional fixture in the UK’s underground scene, blending post-punk grit with dark, off-kilter humour that’s all their own. Born out of London’s DIY spaces, they’ve built a reputation for chaotic, unpredictable live shows and a sound that defies genre. With a devoted cult following, Warmduscher continues to push boundaries. Check out their single, ‘Fashion Week’, from their upcoming album, set for release on 15 November 2024.

Brighton duo LAMBRINI GIRLS – Phoebe Lunny (vocals/guitar) and Lilly Macieira (bass) – announce their debut album Who Let The Dogs Out, dropping January 10, 2025, via City Slang, with lead single “Big D*** Energy” (censored spelling). Produced by Daniel Fox (Gilla Band) and mixed by Seth Manchester (Mdou Moctar, Battles), the album captures today’s chaos with sharp humour and explosive energy.

Polish band TRUPA TRUPA blends post-punk, psychedelia, and art-rock to create dark, immersive soundscapes that explore themes of memory and existential unrest. Known for their intense live shows and haunting lyrics, Trupa Trupa continues to push boundaries in experimental rock.

In The Meadows isn’t just another festival – it’s a one-day dive into music culture, set on the scenic grounds of IMMA. Join us onJune 7th, 2025, for standout performances, raw energy, and a community vibe crafted for true music fans. This is live music at its best, right in the heart of Dublin.

Best known for his single “Girls”, released in August 2022, and for producing the song “Guess” by Charli XCX, The Dare has just announced a show at Vicar St, Dublin on 18th March!

Tickets are on sale Friday at 10am from Ticketmaster.ie

Introducing Annie Mac’s club night: Before Midnight.

Here’s the lowdown. Nightclubbing is not designed for people who need sleep. So we’re shifting the time parameters forwards, and bringing you a fully authentic clubbing experience that starts at 7pm and ends at the strike of midnight.

Before Midnight is a chance for Annie to play long DJ sets with all her favourite records, those ones that spark joy, and a chance for you to have all the fun, the euphoria and the wild abandon you need and STILL get a good nights sleep.

Before Midnight. Come and dance with us. Lights on at midnight. Then we all run home and fall asleep like little happy Cinderellas.

Due the phenomenal demand a second night has been added for St Patricks day March 17 - 2025.

Introducing Annie Mac’s club night: Before Midnight.

Here’s the lowdown. Nightclubbing is not designed for people who need sleep. So we’re shifting the time parameters forwards, and bringing you a fully authentic clubbing experience that starts at 7pm and ends at the strike of midnight.

Before Midnight is a chance for Annie to play long DJ sets with all her favourite records, those ones that spark joy, and a chance for you to have all the fun, the euphoria and the wild abandon you need and STILL get a good nights sleep.

Before Midnight. Come and dance with us. Lights on at midnight. Then we all run home and fall asleep like little happy Cinderellas.

Due the phenomenal demand a second night has been added for St Patricks day March 17 - 2025.

Following the viral success of their album “Metamorphosis”, we welcome fast-rising family ensemble Infinity Song to Workman’s Club on the 17th November 2024. Tickets go on sale this Friday at 10am.

Infinity Song is a Soft Rock band based in New York City comprised of 4 siblings, Abraham, Angel, Israel, and Momo Boyd. With a blend of tight vocal harmonies, dreamy lyricism and sublime guitar riffs, the band creates a transcendent experience for the audience on every stage and in their recorded music.