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.
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’
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.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ak6eahUzVYY
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.
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.
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 TheRubberbandits. 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.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zE-C9dCmzSQ
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.
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.
Gilbert O’ Sullivan
Aslan
The Coronas
Blindboy
Declan O’ Rourke
Paddy Casey
Ryan Sheridan
Keywest
The 4 of Us
Something Happens
Brian Kennedy
Ryan O’Shaughnessy
VINCI
State Lights
Rubberbandits
Andrew Strong ( The Commitments )
Natty Wailer (from Bob Marley Band )
U2 Tribute Band “ Rattle & Hum “ ( Approved by BONO ) **
Jared Dylan USA
TRACK Dogs ( Spain )
Tupelo
Hurricane Highway ( Voted best Country Video)
The Logues
We are now offering comprehensive festival packages, when you book a profile act you get an emerging act at a considerable discount.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
“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:
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).
“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
Bandstand is a unique music platform for artists. Bandstand gives artists the ability to sell through music through the means of Facebook
and mobile apps. This innovative solution allows artists to showcase, sell and share their music, videos, tickets and merchandise directly to their fans. This in turn dramatically increased interaction with your audience, hence expanding your fanbase, allows increased exposure and growth in new revenue streams.
See how bandstand can work for you…
Facebook App
Grow your Fanbase
Your fans can post and share your store on their own wall through “Like” and “Share features
Share your store on
Facebook, Twitter, Stumble Upon, Google , and many more
Your profile will be featured on Bandstand.ie and across our network of sites.
You can offer fans exclusive downloads, tickets, etc
AMA Music Agency offers an effective service. AMA Music Agency understands that music and brands go hand in hand, and what better way to source artists then from a reputable Irish company, who stands by and supports these talented Irish artists.
We understand the importance of branding, and social media. Creating effective campaigns is not just a strategy but a method of survival in this dynamic industry and we have the ability to engage with your audience and potential suppliers. We at AMA Music Agency are highly proactive in our approach to branding and offer immediate advice upon request.
Exclusive & Direct Talent roster to work with brands
Branded music tours
Unique Facebook
promotions
Music branding on line and at live events
Content licensing, broadcasting, webcasting
Digital, mobile, and social media campaign development
Unique downloading products and ideas to work alongside brands
Event production and hospitality
Insider music industry knowledge
Strategy and planning
Creative concepts with design to fit your brand or product
Full production from logistics, staging, video etc.
Analysis – post campaign feedback and statistics
The potential is huge, let’s talk and make things happen!
Call us now on 353 1 201 3660 or email us [email protected] for advice on promoting your brand with AMA Music Marketing.
Take A Sneak Peak At WholeWorldBand At The Music Show
RDS, 25 & 26 February 2012
WholeWorldBand, a revolutionary new interactive tool for iPhone 4 / 4s and iPad2 developed by Kevin Godley (Godley & Crème, 10CC) and Andy Wood (Hypergallery, Cubic Motion) that lets you create music with other musicians and music fans around the world in both sound and video, will be showcased at this year’s Music Show which takes place in RDS, Dublin on 25 & 26 February 2012.
Kevin Godley and Andy Wood will demonstrate the new music sharing, revenue generating app for the first time at the 2012 Music Show. The WholeWorldBand app, which allows musicians to collaborate and share their creations online, will then be available to download from the iTunes store across the world from March 2012.
A number of major recording artists including The Edge (U2), Ronnie Wood (Rolling Stones), Gavin Friday, Gemma Hayes, Cathy Davey, Mik Pyro (Republic of Loose) and Liam Ó Maonlaí (Hot House Flowers) are currently creating performances for WholeWorldBand and will be uploading new or collaborating on existing tracks in the near future. Attendees at The Music show will be able to check out the WholeWorld Band App over the weekend and work with Kevin Godley to collaborate on tracks from some of these artists at the show.
Musicians and music fans from all over the world will be able to contribute and combine a selection of video performances, including their own, fr
om the WholeWorldBand library to create their own favourite band line-up. And they will also have the opportunity to earn money from their performance.
Kevin Godley said “WholeWorldBand is a revolutionary new online music tool that provides a new platform for distribution
while offering the opportunity of new revenue streams for up and coming and established musicians and bands and, in fact, anyone.”
The WholeWorldBand App allows you to originate a track or add yourself to performances by well-known artists and bands by playing along with them, or substituting yourself for any member of a band.
WholeWorldBand lets musicians record and film while playing or singing along to any track on the menu using the microphone and cameras on their iPhone or iPad then upload a unique mix of yourself plus other users to Facebook and YouTube etc.
In WholeWorldBand, musicians can upload their own original tracks and earn money when other users download and share them. The more performances that are downloaded, the more musicians can earn.
“It's fantastic that The Music Show is the first place that people will get to see this great project in action,” Hot Press editor Niall Stokes said. “Kevin Godley is a real visionary – exactly the kind of ambitious genius to carry off something special like the WholeWorldBand idea. And he has found the perfect partner for his grand scheme in Andy Wood, who founded Hypergallery, a portal where you can buy all the great cover artwork. Between them, they have created an app that has amazing long term potential. People will see just how much at The Music Show. It is a really exciting development that we're proud to be part of.”
Pinecastle Records is pleased to announce that it has signed Irish bluegrass artist , Niall Toner, to its roster. Niall will soon release a new single in his native Ireland, a song called “Tomorrow,” taken from his upcoming Pinecastle release. This will be a new album of original material, due in the fall of 2012, in conjunction with a U.S. tour. Niall's most recent release in the U.S. was The Sounds of the Blackstairs Mountains, featuring his tribute to the father of bluegrass, “William Smith Monroe,” which is still receiving extensive airplay on bluegrass radio.
“I am thrilled and delighted to be the first Irish artist signed to Pinecastle Records. It's a dream come true for me, and an honour to be part of a label roster that includes many of my own musical heroes, like Jesse McReynolds and the Osborne Brothers. I look forward to working with Lonnie, Ethan, Matt and the entire Pinecastle team. Onwards and upwards.” – Niall Toner.
Niall Toner Irish Blue Grass Musician
“I so enjoy your William Smith Monroe song, Niall, very well-written, and performed, and also timely in 2011, the Bill Monroe Centennial Year. Your video is also great. Very professional, and mighty good music to boot!” Greg Cahill, Special Consensus, Chicago, IL.
“It has been truly amazing to watch how the global radio community has responded to Niall [Toner] and his music. Niall has the fastest rising bluegrass album in the history of AirPlay Direct, and currently has the #2 bluegrass album of “All Time” on AirPlay Direct. This success at global radio has now translated into a record deal for Niall with Pinecastle Records… congratulations!” – Robert Weingartz, Chairman & CEO of Ai
rPlay Direct.
“Niall makes great 'open-hearted' music, and his tributes to Monroe are just superb. His 'Ocean Of Teardrops,' composed 'in-the-style-of' the Blue Sky Boys and the Monroe Brothers, is a duet song that kills me!” Paul Williams, Songwriter and President of ASCAP.
The Niall Toner Band is an acoustic Irish bluegrass band with Celtic influences whose diverse repertoire ranges from contemporary up-tempo songs and tunes to inspirational gospel-style numbers, as well as tributes to Bill Monroe the father of bluegrass like “The Master's Resting Place” and “Bill Monroe's Mandolin.” Niall formed the Band 2001 with musical cohorts Clem O'Brien (guitar) and Dick Gladney (bass). Toner credits Clem and Dick for being so supportive in the constant strive for originality in his music.
Niall's composition credits include songs recorded by artists like Bill Wyman (The Rolling Stones), The Nashville Bluegrass Band, Albert Lee, Special Consensus, Keith Sewell, The Swanson Family and more. In 2003 Toner was nominated for a Global Artist Award by the CMA. To date, Niall and his Band have recorded and released three CD albums, and they perform their original songs and tunes on a regular basis at Festivals and Venues in Ireland, the UK, Europe and the USA.
Niall was born in Dublin, Ireland and nurtured an early interest in music by tuning in to Radio Luxemburg and the AFN radio service from Germany. The Saturday night re-broadcast of the Grand Ole Opry from Nashville was his first exposure to Country music, and when a local school-friend showed up with a collection that included the music of Hank Williams, Bill Monroe, The Carter Family and Jimmy Rodgers, Niall's musical fate was sealed. Niall Toner is widely regarded as one of Ireland's leading experts on bluegrass and American country music, and he brings this knowledge of music to a wide
audience, both through his live performances with The Niall Toner Band and various workshops, as well as through his radio show, Roots Freeway, which is broadcast on Ireland's national radio station, RTE Radio One. www.rte.ie/radio1/rootsfreeway/
It is great to leap on a train and go to music festival in a town not far from where you live, where you are almost guaranteed to bump into a bunch of people you know. Listening to familiar local bands and big names thrown together can be a real thrill. But sometimes it is better to head far afield, where the weather is more reliable and the music offers something a little different in among the headline acts. Bands can also benefit from expanding their horizons and looking for gigs at music festivals elsewhere in Europe, which will allow them to play music, make new contacts and have a holiday all at the same time.
More fun, without the financial sting
European music festivals can also be a much cheaper choice compared to the increasingly wallet-scorching ticket prices of festivals at home. This summer, a two-day camping ticket to the Hartera Festival in Rijeka, Croatia, cost just €85 as opposed to €224.50 for three days at this year's Oxegen Festival, or around €233 for Glastonbury in England. However, you do have to take the cost of travel into account. Unless you
manage to grab a very cheap flight you will probably end up paying the same, although you do get a lot for your money.
A lot of people like the idea of a summer music festivals but prefer to stay away from camp sites unless they involve a luxury trailer complete with fridge, shower and a leather sectional recliner to laze on whilst listening to the tunes. If so, the good news is that a lot of European music festivals offer the music without the mud and lack of permanent plumbing. There are a number of world-class festivals in Europe that offer great music without the need to camp.
One of the wackiest and most lively festivals on the planet is the month-long
_blank”>KaZantip event in Crimea, Ukraine, a lovely part of the world that declares itself to be an independent republic once a year, even electing its own 'preZident'. Instead of buying tickets, visitors must buy either single- or multiple-entry visas that will allow them into the temporary republic so they can enjoy electro music in an utterly unique atmosphere.
Alternately, for a more sedate experience head to the small, intimate festival in Antalya, Turkey, for the likes of Gilles Peterson, Theo Parrish, and Tim Sweeney. The Sunsplash Antalya festival price comes with hotel accommodation included at about €745 for a full seven days of sunshine and chilled sounds, as well as workshops on everything from mixing to graffiti art.
Gilles Peterson also hosts his own event in Sète, France, called Worldwide: a four day festival ending with a huge eighteen-hour party on the beach. Last year the festival, which also has a sister event in Singapore, included music by artists such as Jamie xx, Ghostpoet, Quantic, MC Dynamite and James Blake.
Croatia is a great place for a festival. Lying outside of the Eurozone, living costs within the country are usually a little lower than elsewhere in Europe, and during the summer months hot, sunny weather is pretty much guaranteed. As well as the Hartera Festival, mentioned above, Croatia is home to a number of other festivals including Outlook at Fort Punta Christo, Pula, in the north of the country, and INmusic in Lake Jarun, Zagreb, the country's capital city.
Across Europe music lovers have created events that cover all kinds of music, served up in beautiful locations that would be worth visiting just for themselves. From electro, dubstep and bass in a ruined Croatian fort to Gypsy-inspired folk music on the beach in Spain, everyone will find a festival to suit their musical taste.
Episode 1 Music Festival will be hosted at the Venue Theatre, Ratoath on Friday 7th and Saturday October 7th, 2011. Headlining the festival are The Minutes and Pugwash, with performances by The Fallen Drakes and other artists to be announced over the coming weeks.
Straight off the back of their recent festival performances at Oxegen, Sea Sessions and Electric Picnic, The Minutes are bringing their live tour to Episode 1 at The Venue, Ratoath, on Saturday October 8th. As one of the must-see bands of the year, they headline on Saturday night, where they will perform tracks from their debut album, ‘Marcata’, including the hard-hitting and catchy single ‘Fleetwood’.
Following a brief hiatus from the live scene, 2011 has seen Pugwash make their triumphant return with the release of their critically acclaimed album ‘The Olympus Sound’. Widely regarded as one of the best Irish albums of the year, they will be bringing their easy sound to The Venue, Ratoath on Friday 7th October as the headline act.
//www.amamusicagency.ie/emerging/the-fallen-drakes/http://” title=”The Fallen Drakes”>Fallen Drakes play Episode 1 at The Venue Theatre, Ratoath on Saturday afternoon, 8th October. As one of Ireland’s most promising new bands, they have recently played to sell-out audiences in both the O2 and the RDS, as support to both the Commitments and Bon Jovi.
Media are invited to attend the following:
Date: Friday and Saturday October 7th and 8th, 2011
Time: (doors open)
7.30pm on Friday, doors open 4pm on Saturday
Tickets: €22 (Friday and Saturday inclusive) available at www.venuetheatre.ie
Location: The Venue Theatre, Ratoath, Co. Meath
Episode 1 is a new small music festival being run by young promoters, showcasing some of the best of established Irish musical talent as well as young, up-and-coming local talent. Headline acts including The Minutes, Pugwash and The Fallen Drakes will perform on the main stage at The Venue Theatre. Local acts will perform in the Studio at The Venue Theatre, Ratoath and on featured stages at various locations in Ratoath village.
Easily accessible and only 20 minutes from Dublin City Centre, Episode 1 at The Venue is a new destination for Irish music lovers.
The festival will be over 18s and drinks will be available at The Venue.
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