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Looking for a No. 01 Single? Ocean Studios Ireland

12/02/2015
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Looking for a No. 01 Single? Ocean Studios Ireland is your answer and Wayne P. Sheehy is your guy…

….and this is why!

Wayne grew up in a draughty old hotel situated on the shores of the North Atlantic Ocean in West Cork Ireland, in a time when he had to travel 20k to buy a music magazine and 100k to buy an album of any relevance and inspiration. Music was Traditional Singing or “Country and Irish” and the local dance hall was moving but only slowly with the me headshottimes.Wayne once hitchhiked to Birmingham in England (catching a ferry) with a pal to watch Roxy Music, such was the rarity of touring acts in the southwest. However his passion for music ignited his school pals and before too long a residency was started with a ramshackle bunch of Irish men both on and off the stage. His passion for making music and playing his drums was finally airborne! Wayne’s story is littered with some of the most pivotal shapers, movers and shakers of music as we know it today.He toured and recorded and occasionally still plays with Rolling Stone Ron Wood, consequently throughout his touring career with Ronnie he has accompanied many “legends ” of rock and roll” including Van Morrison,Rod Stewart,Ronnie lane, Aretha Franklin, Bobby Womack and our very own Damien Dempsey to name a few. He has also recorded with amongst others Bo Diddley,Bono, Greg Cohen(Tom Waits), The Chieftans, The Edge, Peter Gabriel,Hothouse Flowers,Carl Carlton,toured and performed with Robert Palmer,Eric Burdon, Moya Brennan (Clannad),Michelle Shocked, the list goes on and so does Wayne. Although Wayne has always loved being a player, as time progressed he found himself intervening in the sessions more and more and came to realise his destiny was to be a producer!

And so Ocean Studio Ireland was founded and created:
  • Ocean Studio Ireland delivers HIT Singles and have a proven track record. 
  • Incredible deals  ( FREE )  Accommodation included 
  • From €250 + vat per day 


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Wayne’s passion is the making and molding  of music and he has built a haven of creativity with Ocean Studios Ireland.Located on the Irish Riviera near the beautiful village of Kilcrohane on the Wild Atlantic Way. People travel from all over the world to work with Wayne.

Wayne see’s recording,arranging,composing and mixing as an exciting and enjoyable  process and brings all  his experience working with some of the worlds most successful producers,Andy Wallace (Nivana),Chris Kimsey (Stones ,Marrilion)Dave Richards (Queen ,Bowie),Bob Clearmountain (everyone!),Peter Gabriel,Kevin Killen(Elvis Costello, Emylou Harris etc)Gerry Wonda(Fugees ),Greg Cohen(Tom Waits) to his productions.Wayne had his first Irish  No1 with Pa Curran’s “Unintentional hero”in July 2014.

Wayne and his team  sees the changing landscape of the music industry as an opportunity to offer a fantastic recording experience at very affordable rates and he also has  a small independent label with distribution in Europe and the USA based around  a collective  A&R policy.

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“I know exactly what my clients want when they arrive, because i’ve spent most of my life being a client and sometimes I still am”. – Wayne P. Sheehy

 

 

 

 

For any more information please contact +353 (0)87 2885830  – [email protected]

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Damien Dempsey, Ed Sheeran + more get behind ‘Big Night Out’

10/02/2015

Damien Dempsey, Ed Sheeran + more get behind ‘Big Night Out’ on 06th March 2015!

 

Irish Music Legends are getting involved with London’s fantastic charity fundraiser ‘BIG NIGHT OUT’.

This Event is especially important to the Irish stars participating, as all funds raised will go to the London Irish Centre‘s work with vulnerable Irish people in London.

 

Big Night Out

 

The wonderful Ed Sheeran will be auctioning off one of his guitars, which of course he will sign and present to the lucky receiver personally.

Celebrated Singer / Songwriter Damien Dempsey will be lending his voice to the great cause and bring a very special performance to this anticipated charity event and….

….Jarlath Regan will step in as the MC for the night. +more

Tickets to the charity fundraiser are coveted and if you would like to attend, or do your part in helping out The London Irish Centre – please click here:
-> http://www.londonirishcentre.org/events/event/?event=108 for more information.

I am sure you will agree, this is a rather worthy cause to get behind of.

 

International Just Signed USA

Dearly Beloved

29/11/2013
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DEARLY BELOVED is a monster of a band. Echoing through the snowy valleys and the jagged edges of the Great White North come the rapid, urgent bass lines of Rob Higgins and the confrontational wails of co-vocalist Niva Chow. The pair drive their music forward like an apocalyptic oil tanker from some Mad Max-ian dystopic future.

About The Band

Bred for the road like a rabid beast, Dearly Beloved hit the 100,000 km mark in 2014 and is either on tour or preparing for their next one, opting for frequent jumps across the pond to the UK and Europe when their home base of Canada simply becomes too small for their ferocity. Their influence has as much to do with Fear and Black Flag as it does Queens and Sabbath, mixing the speed and primal energy of hardcore punk with the brooding atmosphere of psych rock.
All you need to know about Dearly Beloved is that they create their own world every time out and when they play live it is a gigantic rumble, resonating somewhere deep within the earth below you: it shakes the foundations of your soul, and it might be one of the loudest sounds you’ve ever heard.
Their 2014 album “ENDURO”, available in Canada via eOne Music and worldwide via Aporia Records / Shellshock / Broken Silence was conceived during a handful of maniacal days spent at Joshua Tree’s Rancho de la Luna, overseen by Dave Catching (Eagles of Death Metal, ex-Queens of the Stone Age) with Higgins himself at the controls.
The band then spent some time tracking at Phoebe St., their own studio in Toronto, before the album was given a pristine mix down in Seattle by Grammy Award-winning producer, Adam Kasper (Queens of the Stone Age, Foo Fighters, Soundgarden, Pearl Jam).
Topped off with an A-grade lineup of contributors such as Chris Goss (Masters of Reality) for some trebly and frantic guitar duties and Los Angeles-area drum guru Dave Elitch (Killer Be Killed, Antemasque, ex-Mars Volta) as well as Canadian indie rock lone wolf, Eamon McGrath, the record is a document of the ballistic energy laid to wax when four Canadians leave their winter climate for a psychedelic writing experience deep within the heart of the High Desert.

“Hits every sweet spot for any fan of rock music played with absolute abandon and zero calculation.” – Scene Magazine

“A scuzzy punk/metal rumble which will appeal to fans of QOTSA, Black Flag and Black Sabbath alike.” – Team Rock

“The record positively shudders with the gusto and energy that so characterizes the band.”- Louder Than War

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The 4 Of Us Announce Thurles Date

15/07/2013

Voted one of the Top 10 Best Irish Bands of All Time in a recent TV3 series, The 4 Of Us will be heading to Thurles on Saturday, 24th August as part of The Ryan Gathering. To this day their hit single “Mary” is still one of the most played songs on Irish radio. Brothers Brendan and Declan Murphy will be bringing their superb acoustic live show, which has been captivating audiences throughout Ireland and Germany, to The Source Arts Centre. Tickets are €15 and are available now from The Source Arts Centre website. Definitely a night not to be missed!

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Paddy Casey Makes Live Return To Galway

08/07/2013

Bursting on the Irish music scene release of his debut album “Amen (So Be It)” in 1999, Paddy Casey has been at the forefront of live music ever since.  After a five year hiatus, he  has returned with new album “The Secret Life Of” and has made a welcome return to the live music scene.  The Clifden Station House, Connemara, Co Galway will be hosting a special performance on Friday the 23rd August and are offering special overnight stay deals to mark the occasion. Tickets for the show are €15, available from the venue. By visiting the website and clicking “Book Now”  you can check out some of the special overnight stay packages available for the night.

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U2 SET TO JOIN WORLDWIDE STREAMING OF ‘A NIGHT FOR CHRISTY’ FROM NEW YORK STUDIO

13/06/2013

Unique event as the best in the industry step into Christy’s shoes to sing from the Aslan set list 

 Aslan are delighted to announce that U2 are set to take part in the worldwide streaming of ‘A Night For Christy’ from their studio in New York.  U2 will perform ‘This Is’ for audiences worldwide as Aslan, in association with Aer TV, will stream the event live in over 100 esablishments including venues in Dubai, South Africa, Australia, Canada, the UK and across Ireland. The sold out event takes place in Dublin’s Olympia Theatre on Friday 21 June and tickets were snapped up within 24 hours of going on sale.

Aslan announced details of the worldwide streaming on their Facebook/Twitter last week and over 100 establishments have signed up for the live streaming already.

The full list of venues participatiing will be announced closer to the event on www.aslan.ie and will be announced locally by each establishment. Venues interested in participating should contact [email protected] directly.

The unique event will feature the best of Aslan songs performed by the best in the industry as they come together to show their support for Christy Dignam on this very special night.

The one-off event will feature performances from Bressie, Danny O’Reilly (The Coronas), members of Horslips, Ryan Sheridan, Paul Brady, Shane MacGowan, Mary Black, Don Mescall, Tom Dunne (Something Happens), Jerry Fish, Steve Wall (The Stunning), Gavin Friday, Mark Feehily, Paul Walsh (Royseven), The Riptide Movement, Jedward, Gavin James and Kiera Dignam. All artists have handpicked their favourite song from the Aslan setlist and will step into Christy’s shoes for one night only. It’s an unmissable night for fans as they can experience each performers’ own interpretation of an Aslan song performed with Aslan exclusively in the Olympia Theatre on Friday 21 June.

Performances on the night will include fan favourites Crazy World, Too Late For Hallelujah, This Is’, Chains, This Time, Gotta Make It, Down on Me, Catch Your Fall and many more.

Speaking from the bands’ HQ, ASLAN guitarist Billy McGuinness said With the gig selling out in a few hours a lot fans who have supported the band for years were not able to get tickets. It was not possible to add any more nights, as the artists who are appearing would not be available. So we are delighted to confirm we will be streaming the gig live around the world in venues where we have performed in the past from the US to Australia, Europe to Dubai. This type of gig will never happen again so its great to give people a chance to see it by streaming it live from the Olympia. ENJOY’

To stream the event at your venue please contact Mark at A.M.A. Music Agency by email [email protected] or by calling  +353 86 2504 795.

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Unique and Alternative Ideas for Festival Entertainment

11/06/2013

Summer is the season of festivals, with so much competition out there organisers need to begin looking for acts that are off the beaten track to make their event stand out. We’ve compiled a list of our top five favourite unique and alternative festival entertainment ideas.

1. With ‘Get Lucky’ the song of the summer and Random Access Memories rocketing to the top of the charts around the world, the band of the moment  are themselves not touring but Daft Punk Tribute are every bit as good as the real thing. With custom built helmets and costumes, an LED light show, plus the talent of French duo crowds throughout Europe are going wild for Daft Punk Tribute.

2. Silent Discos are always a hit at any festival; headphones with two channels and two DJs battling it out. Crowds then have the option of listening to the channel of their choice; a song not to your taste? No problem you can just switch over.

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3. Who doesn’t love Star Wars? Star Troopers are based on the iconic Storm Troopers, foot soldiers of the Galactic Empire. Wherever these guys go a crowd follows, if you want them to walk around the site posing for photos that’s fine or if you want something really different why not have a Star Trooper DJ set?

4. Ireland is known for its vibrant music scene, and there is a plethora of new talent out there who are hotly tipped to be the next big things. We have a wide selection of new talent to suit all musical tastes from electro pop to acoustic and everything in between. Who knows, you may be able to say you booked the next U2. This is not only perfect for festivals but also for unique wedding entertainment, looking great along one of the many brilliant wedding bands Ireland.

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5. Torann Drummers are without doubt one of the best and most unique percussion acts in Ireland at the moment. Having played though out Europe over the past decade, the Waterford act have been invited to perform at the infamous Glastonbury Festival this summer. If you’re looking for something to get your audience on their feet, dancing and smiling then Torann are the perfect act for your festival.

If you are interested in any of the acts mentioned, or any other acts on our website for your music festival Call 353 1 201 3660 and speak to our team at AMA Music Agency.

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Top Summer Tracks of 2013

31/05/2013

It looks like the summer is finally here and while you’re working on a tan we put together a list of some of our favourite new songs. Check them out and see if your summer 2013 anthem is on the list.
1. One of the biggest acts in Ireland, Aslan and Don Mescal have released ‘I’ll Catch Your Call’ and very kindly donated the proceeds of sales to Pieta House: Suicide and Self Harm Crisis Centre. So not only can you enjoy a good tune on your iPod you can know you’re helping out a worthy cause when you listen.

2. The Strypes have had an incredible year, receiving praise from the likes of Dave Grohl and Elton John and selling out venues as far away as Japan. ‘Hometown Girls’ is their latest single and after one listen it is easy to see why these guys are creating such a buzz. Perfect 60s vibe summer song.

3. After a two decade absence Cry Before Dawn are back with ‘Is This What You Waited For?’ Well, I for one am happy to have waited so long for such a fantastic song. Gaining lots of radio play already, get used to hearing it over the next few months.
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4. Walking On Cars are hotly tipped to be on the cusp of big things, winners of the 2012 Red Bull Bedroom Jam, the Kerry group are being snapped up to perform at festivals the length and breadth of the country. ‘Catch Me If You Can’ is a more laid back summer song, but a future classic none the less.
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5. Not jetting off to the sun this year? Well close your eyes and listen to I”m Your Vinyl’s ‘For You’, you’ll instantly feel you’re in a tropical beach paradise.

6. The urge to tap your foot and sing along, Big September‘s ‘The Preacher’ has the perfect ingredients for a summer hit. As a bonus, the video even features several beaches.
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7. Bipolar Empire are another act putting their talents to good use, donating 50% of proceeds from ‘Why So Sad?’ towards SOSAD Ireland. The video was shot in Brazil so try not to get too jealous.

8. Empire Circus’ ‘True Believer’ is the perfect track for listening to outdoors as the sun begins to set. Ideal festival track.

9. Miracle Bell are back after a two year absence with ‘Wolves’, almost impossible to resist the urge to dance to this one, perfect for summer nights.

10. The Pale are in the process of releasing twenty one previous unreleased tracks, reworked material and bsides, one a week for twenty one weeks recorded over the past twenty ones years. ‘The Kid’ is perfect for summer festival listening.

11. Want a tune to listen to while chilling out? Look no further than Solar Taxi’s ‘Parcels’. Sit back, relax and allow Aisling’s beautiful vocals remove all your worries.

12. Dirty Epics’ ‘Midnight Missing’ is the perfect summer night out track, prepare to dance.

13. If electro pop is your thing then check out Toy Soldier’s ‘Climbing Trees’. A new act, but as this single shows one with a very bright future.

To book any of these acts, or others from our roster for your music festival call 353 1 201 3660 and speak to our team at AMA Music Agency.

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Festival Ideas 2013

22/05/2013

With the weather finally beginning to reflect the quickly approaching summer, it’s time to think about acts and ideas for your festival. With everything from established headliners to the hottest up and coming acts, we have something for every festival.

One of the biggest success stories of the past year has to be The Strypes, the Cavan four piece have received praise from the likes of Dave Grohl, Elton John, Jake Bugg, Colin Hanks, Noel Gallagher, Zane Lowe and of course Paul Weller. The former Jam frontman is such a fan he invited two of the band to accompany him for a special show in London. With appearances on Jools Holland and tours of Japan under their belts already, these boys are sure to be one of the biggest acts to come out of Ireland in years.



Five piece pop-rock act Keywest have gained a very loyal following in their short three years selling out tours around the country and with a forthcoming show in Dublin’s Vicar Street. Their debut album “The Message’ reached No.2 in the iTunes charts and was nominated by Hot Press for Best Debut Album. Having accumulated over one million YouTube views, the group are currently hard at work on their second album.

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Bipolar Empire are a band with festivals in their blood, they even formed at one back in 2007. In the past few years they have become pros on the festival circuit playing Oxegen, Indiependence and Knockanstockan to name but a few, as well as tours in South America. They have been busy over the past few months recording tracks for their new album over in London set to be released before the end of the year.

 

Another female fronted act, Dirty Epics, SJ Wai has been described as one of the most exciting performers in the country. Veterans of the festival circuit, the electro pop group have graced the stages of Oxegen and even SXSW in Texas. Their first album ‘Straight In No Kissing’ was highly acclaimed within Ireland, with their latest release ‘One – Way Mirror’ receiving plenty of praise.

Paddy Casey is back on the live scene after a five year hiatus along with new material in the shape of new album ‘The Secret Life Of’, already confirmed to play Cork’s Indiependence, the summer is set to be a busy time for the singer songwriter.

Having been voted one of the Top Ten Irish Bands of All Time, The 4 Of Us, are still as popular with crowds as they were twenty years ago. Founding members and brothers Brendan and Declan Murphy have been wowing audiences around Europe with their acoustic show.

Winners of the IRMA Award for Best Newcomer in 1987, and Best Irish Group in 1989, Cry Before Dawn are back after a two decade long absence.  They are receiving rave reviews and airplay for their latest single Is This What You Waited For?

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If you’re looking for something a bit outside the box for your festival entertainment then look no further than hip hop comedy duo outfit The Rubberbandits. Gaining notoriety in Ireland and further afield for their appearances on The Republic Of Telly and their admirable campaign to beat the X Factor for Christmas No.1 with the hilarious Horse Outside, Blindboy Boatclub and Mr Chrome, along with unofficial member Willie O’DJ, have sold out venues across the country and in the UK. Opening up the Main Stage at Oxegen 2011, the boys attracted a crowd of over 20,000; the largest ever recorded for an opening act at the festival.

Daft Punk Tribute, complete with custom made helmets and LED lights are every bit as good as the real thing. With latest album “Random Access Memories” currently topping the charts and no tours planned for the duo, Daft Punk Tribute are as close as it is possible to get.

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For something even more different, what about a Silent Disco? A must at any festival, featuring two DJs, audiences have the option of switching between frequencies on their headphones to listen to whatever takes their fancy. Always a huge hit with festival goers.

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To book any of these acts, or others from our roster for your music festival call +353 1 201 3660 and speak to our team at AMA Music Agency.

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Top Festival Artists For 2018

08/01/2013

Top Festival Artists For 2018

From AMA Music Agency.

Another year is upon us and yet another exciting festival season. Here at AMA Music Agency we are bringing you

the Top Irish Festival Artists for 2013. Ireland has some truly talented profile and emerging artists. So if you are booking a Music Festival, no matter what the capacity we have an act to suit you.
Choose from AMA Music Agency”s top artists below.

  1. Gilbert O’ Sullivan
  2. Aslan
  3. The Coronas
  4. Blindboy
  5. Declan O’ Rourke
  6. Paddy Casey
  7. Ryan Sheridan
  8. Keywest
  9. The 4 of Us
  10. Something Happens
  11. Brian Kennedy
  12. Ryan O’Shaughnessy
  13. VINCI
  14. State Lights
  15. Rubberbandits
  16. Andrew Strong ( The Commitments )
  17. Natty Wailer (from Bob Marley Band )
  18. U2 Tribute Band “ Rattle & Hum “ ( Approved by BONO ) **
  19. Jared Dylan USA
  20. TRACK Dogs ( Spain )
  21. Tupelo
  22. Hurricane Highway ( Voted best Country Video)
  23. The Logues

We are now offering comprehensive festival packages, when you book a profile act you get an emerging act at a considerable discount.

To book Ireland”s best artist for your Music Festival  call 353 1 201 3660 and speak to our team at AMA Music Agency.

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Silent Disco Ireland

10/11/2012
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Silent Disco Ireland is the country”s leading agency for Silent Headphone Discos.

As seen at Electric Picnic

 


Imagine being surrounded by hundreds of people all

dancing and singing but apparently to no music. Imagine seeing and hearing a crowd of people singing two different songs at the same time. A Silent Headphone Disco is an experience you will never forget, and is like nothing you have ever experienced before.

Silent Disco Ireland provides two DJs playing simultaneously on two separate channels so you listen to the music you really want to hear.  If you don’t like the music from the first DJ just flick the switch and listen to the other.

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are now offering complete corporate and Festivals packages and special offers. Our Packages and special offers are suitable for all types of events and budgets, choose from our Gold, Silver, and Bronze> packages.

To book Silent Headphone Disco Ireland for your Festival, Venue or corporate event, Call 353 1 201 3660 and speak to our team at AMA Music Agency.


 

 


 

 

 

 

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Student Lock In… Jervis Shopping Centre

08/10/2012

Student Lock In With Bipolar Empire & Silent Disco Ireland

Just two more days to the Student Lock-In at Jervis Shopping Centre!

Come and see BIPOLAR EMPIRE, dance to the SILENT DISCO IRELAND and get bargains galore in JERVIS SHOPS exclusively for students for ONE NIGHT ONLY!

Register here http://a.pgtb.me/KfDN4F to be in with

a chance to win lots of spot prizes and a COMPLETE MAKE-OVER with fashion guru Brendan Courtney!

Jervis Shopping Centre, 6.30 to 9.00, this Wednesday October 10th, don't miss it!!

To book Bipolar Empire or Silent Disco for your venue, event or music festival Call 353 1 201 3660 and speak to our team at AMA Music Agency.

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AMA Bandstand Tour

19/09/2012

AMA Music Agency & Bandstand Collaborate with Venues Throughout Ireland To Support Irish Music

 

AMA Music Agency Ireland’s leading independent music agency and sister company Bandstand (App to showcase and sell music) have joined forces with a number of venues throughout Ireland in order to support emerging Irish bands.
This collaboration has allowed AMA & Bandstand to generate tours for emerging bands across a number of established venues from the cities of Dublin, Cork, Galway, Kerry, Waterford, Donegal.

 

Bandstand Tour

This brings massive support for emerging acts that otherwise may struggle to find a substantial amount of gigs. Our main priority and philosophy is to support Irish talent in this pressing economic time.
Venues that have assisted in supporting the cause include INEC Acoustic Club Kerry, Factory Galway, Voodoo Letterkenny, Shortts Waterford, Oliver Plunketts Cork, and many more in the pipeline.
We are looking forward to working with our emerging acts regularly in these credible venues.

Watch this space to catch live

performances from Bipolar Empire, The Flaws, The Shoos, Dirty Epics, The Pale, runaway GO, Solar Taxi, Red Empire, Mark Black & The Trips, Campaign LK, , Senakah, KeywestToy Soldier, I”m Your Vinyl and Many More.

 

For more info on this new venture or to book our emerging acts for your venue contact 353 1 201 3660 and speak to our team at AMA Music Agency.

 Tour Dates:

Fri 14/12/2012 Solar Taxi Oliver Plunketts Cork

Sat 15/12/2012 Campaign LK Docks NewRoss

Sat 15/12/2012 Red Empire INEC Acoustic Club Kerry

Fri 21/12/2012 Red Empire Oliver Plunketts Cork

Fri 21/12/2012 The Shoos INEC Acoustic Club Kerry

Sat 22/12/2012 Red Empire Voodoo Letterkenny

Fri 28/12/2012 Mark Black & The Trips Oliver Plunketts Cork

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Arthurs Day 2012 Get Your Acts Now

18/09/2012

Arthurs Day 2012 – Get Your Acts NOW!!!!

The annual celebration of all things Guinness and music takes place on Thursday 27th September, across pubs, bars, clubs, music venues in Dublin.
The one day festival now in

it's fourth year, celebrates quality music, with many of the top profile and emerging original bands that Ireland has to offer.

Last year many of our acts performed throughout Dublin including Royseven, Keywest. This year we are hoping to add many more of our acts to the Arthurs Day 2012 bill.

Premier Irish Profile Acts include, Aslan,  Paddy Casey, The 4 Of Us, Ham Sandwich, The Walls, Royseven, Rubberbandits, Republic Of Loose, Bipolar Empire.
Along with many quality Irish Emerging talents, such as The Strypes, The Flaws, runawayGO, Solar Taxi, Hal, Campaign Lk, The Shoos, Red Empire, Big September, Dirty Epics, Rooftop Anthem, Mark Black & The Trips, and many many more.

Not forgetting top Quality Irish Djs, including Daft Punk Tribute, DJ Her, Steve Cooper, & Fourplay (Now booking their Farewell Tour)



Lets make this Arthurs Day bigger and better and support quality Irish Original Artists. TO ARTHUR!

To book the very best cream of talent that the Irish Music Industry has to offer for your bar, pub, club or music venue Call 353 1 201 3660 and speak to our team at AMA Music Agency.

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INEC Homegrown Sessions

15/08/2012

AMA Music Agency / Bandstand have teamed up with INEC Kilarney to showcase emerging Irish artist with “Homegrown Sessions 2012”. INEC Kilarney Homegrown Sessions are a series of Live gigs, recorded in The Acoustic Club and streamed online via their official Facebook Page.

This streaming service gives fans a chance to see their favourite artists live without leaving the couch.
As the sessions take place in The Acoustic Club it give

fans and more intimate and personal vibe.

AMA Music Agency represent the artists included on the INEC Homegrown Sessions bill. Artists include, The Pale, Mark Black, Solar Taxi, runawayGO, The Flaws, Campaign LK, Red Empire and The Shoos.

Best of luck to the INEC Kilarney and all AMA Music Agency”s artists on the Homegrown Sessions Lineup.

To book AMA Music Agency”s artists for your venue or festival Call 353 01 201 3660 and speak to our team at AMA Music Agency.

 

Homegrown Festival

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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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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 

 

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Fortstock Music Festival 23rd – 24th 2012

15/06/2012

p>Fortstock Music Festival takes place 23rd – 24th June 2012 in the beautiful Vance's Estate Clones Co. Monaghan.. This year will feature a really exciting line-up. Featuring artists such as Aslan, The Rubberbandits, The Stars of the commitments, The 4 of us, The Strypes, Ryan Sheridan, along with great emerging artists such as Dirty Epics, Solar Taxi,

Red EmpireThe Shoos, runawayGO, Campaign LK and many more.

Enjoy the weekend with not only great live acts but also the Mad Hatters tea party, zorbing games area.

For further info visit Fortstock Music Festival

Fortstock Festival Line Up_AMA

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Bandstand Launch At Music Show

24/04/2012

A.M.A Music Agency's new App for artists launched at The Hotpress Music Show last weekend. Bandstand is a new and unique concept that enables artists and bands to take control of all sides of their output, music, merchandising or ticket sales, in one handy Facebook and mobile app. Bandstand received much interest from musicians and industry professionals throughout the weekend, with support from such artists as Aslan, Steve Wall, Bipolar Empire, Royseven, Red Empire, Rebecca Storm to name but a few.

The new music app for mobile and Social media was demonstrated by the AMA Music Agency crew, (Mark Downing, Fraser McAlister, Vinny Ryan, Elaine McCann) with presentations from Mark Downing (Director AMA Music Agency), Freddie Middleton (Independent PR and Music Industry Professional) and Wayne Sheehy (Producer, Composer, Drummer with legendary Ronnie Wood).

Aslan Testimonial

“Bandstand has really helped Aslan to engage with our fans. It has helped us increase our ticket and digital sales. We are really looking forward

to the release of our new album, and selling through Facebook will help us to expand our fan base even further.
Bandstand is the Future.” …. Billy Mc Guinness Aslan

Features of Bandstand App include:

• Music sales via Facebook
• Showcase for music, video and photos
• Ticket sales for live shows
• Realtime customer data
• Live gigs calendar
• International promotion
• Twitter feeds
• Share buttons for all social media

Ham Sandwich Testimonial

“Our Bandstand Is a great way to directly offer our Fans deals on Downloads, Vinyl, T-Shirts & Tickets. It has helped us to build and talk

directly to our Fanbase – it’s really working for us ” – Ollie, HamsandwicH

Bipolar Empire Testimonial

“Bandstand have really helped Bipolar Empire in so many ways. They help get out music out all across the world as well as photo's and video's. Bandstand is great for touring as well, when Bipolar Empire played South America and Russia Bandstand helped publicize everything that was going on in the Empire”… Callum McAdam – Drummer 

To get your Bandstand App today , Visit Bandstand.ie

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