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Le Cheile Music & Arts Festival 03rd – 06th August 2012

30/07/2012

Le Cheile Festival, the biggest, small festival in Ireland – Takes place over the August Bank Holiday weekend in Oldcastle, Co Meath. Over 30 bands on the main stages, on street family entertainment and numerous fringe events taking place in all the nooks and crannies dotted around Oldcastle.”

Le Cheile Music & Arts Festival announce its 15th successive year of Music and Arts in Oldcastle this August Bank Holiday from Fri

3rd to Mon 6th of August.
Following up on last year's critically acclaimed festival, Le Cheile 2012 enters into the festival spirit with a huge nod to what's big and best in the country in 2012. Looking to build on a great 2011, and listening to our customer's feedback from last year, Le Cheile has lined up something for everyone for 2012.
From Popular to Cult, from Rock to Ballad, and from Indie to 80's, this year has all the bases covered.

Check out great AMA artists on Le Cheile Festival 2012 Lineup:

The Walls

Republic Of Loose

The 4 Of Us

Paddy Casey

Preachers Son

Mark Black & The Trips

Le Cheile 2012 Music

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Cry Before Dawn

10/07/2012
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Cry Before Dawn first formed in Wexford in 1982. Masterfully combining the intensity of guitar-driven rock with the rich heritage of traditional Irish pipes and whistles, this fusion creates a powerful and dynamic sound that sets them apart in the music scene.

The band has reached incredible heights with two double platinum-selling albums and a collection of prestigious national awards. Among these, they won “Best Newcomer” in 1987 and “Best Irish Group” in 1989, showcasing their widespread acclaim and popularity across the nation. Renowned for their passionate and electrifying performances, they gained a dedicated following through extensive live shows in Ireland, the UK, and the USA, and sold-out Ireland’s National Stadium on two memorable occasions.

After a break, Cry Before Dawn reunited in 2011, marking the occasion with the release of a “Best Of” CD, the new single “Is This What You Waited For,” and a live album titled “Live at the Opera House.” Their return was met with excitement, and they subsequently embarked on tours throughout Ireland and the UK.

In 2023, a rejuvenated Cry Before Dawn returned to the stage, performing at key festivals and sell-out headline shows across the country, earning rave reviews from the press that celebrated their return.

As they entered 2024, the band launched an extensive nationwide tour, selling out major venues across the country, including two consecutive nights at the Wexford Spiegeltent and three unforgettable nights at the iconic Whelan’s Main Venue in Dublin.

Their explosive performances at prominent international festivals like Forest Fest and Night & Day further reinforced their status as one of Ireland’s premier live acts. Now, as they plan for shows in 2025 and finalize new material, their journey is only getting started.

Band line-up:
Brendan Wade – Vocals
Vinny Doyle – Bass
Pat Hayes – Drums
Steve Belton – Guitar
Dara Munnis – Keyboards
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Male Artists

Pat Byrne

10/07/2012
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PAT BYRNE

An Irish singer-songwriter, Pat Byrne has come a long way since his first deal with Universal. In late 2017, Byrne began his migration to Austin, Texas. In 2019, Pat took the US by storm, with breakout performances at the 30A Festival, SXSW, Kerrville Folk Festival and the Americana Festival. Being immersed in the Texas music scene, Pat’s sophomore US release, Into the Light, has an edgier feel underscoring both emotional depth and greater confidence, while blending new influences with his rich Irish heritage.

“Pat’s voice strikes an emotional chord with his audience; ranging from seductive whisper one moment, to full-bodied rock ‘n’ roll growl the next. ” – Stuart Gray

— Hot Press Magazine

“The raspy melodic soul of Byrne’s voice recalls the emotional spells the late Austin troubadour Jimmy LaFave used to cast, though Byrne’s songwriting bears a distinctive Irish stamp. He’s more contemporary than strict traditionalists, putting him more in the league of Glen Hansard or Luka Bloom.”

Peter Blackstock, The Austin American Statesman

“Pat Byrne lives in Austin and traffics in the kind of earnest roots rock championed by artists like Shakey Graves. His voice and songwriting chops show the reason he’s attracted a lot of attention. Look for a big second act from this artist.”

Tom Thornton, Riff Magazine

“The overall sound draws easy comparisons to modern gritty Americana artists like David Ramirez, Ryan Adams, and Jason Isbell. Byrne deserves to be in that company with his gritty vocal and poignant lyrical style.”

Ear to the Ground Music – LISTEN TO “INTO THE LIGHT” – OUT NOW

Capsize is available now on all streaming platforms!

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This is the first single from Pat Byrnes New album Album ‘Into The Light’ 

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“The results — Irish Americana, by turns rollicking and resonating, that’s driven by his gruff growl of a voice — suggest that he’s one to keep an eye on. –”

— Stuart Munro, The Boston Globe

“ Pat Byrne at Saxon Pub. An Irishman who’s at least temporarily relocated to Austin this year, Byrne has quickly become an artist that everyone who goes out to hear music regularly in Austin needs to catch. The guess here is that he’ll be playing far larger rooms before long; he’s too good of a songwriter, and singer, to not reach his level. He also has a great band, with fellow countryman Stephen Carolan on guitar plus a solid local cast of keyboardist Micah Motenko, bassist Chris Wade and drummer Jeff Sanders.”

— Peter Blackstock  –  Austin American Statesman

To book Pat Byrne Direct & get Direct Fees for your Festival or Event please call + 353 1 201 3660