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5 fresh Bands to Watch in Ireland Right Now

24/05/2018

Hailing from Boston, USA – Singer/songwriter Jared Dylan brought his groovey-pop stylings to the Irish shores in January 2018 and has been touring the country ever since. While also supporting a number of big named Irish artists like Aslan and Paddy Casey, his most recent release was given a new flavour – remixed by the acclaimed Irish Dj John Gibbons and with that the original released version of ‘Can’t Stop’ has been consistently played all over Irish radio.

He is currently working on a feature length documentary about his life and musical career, which we’re awaiting patiently find out when it will in fact be released.

Find out more about Jared over on Facebook.

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Tupelo are an award-winning alt-folk act hailing from Ireland. Featuring members from different musical backgrounds and an all acoustic line-up, the band got together in 2008 and set about creating a sound which can only be described as unique, a result of the melting pot of influences brought to the table from the individual members.

Their brand new album was just released last month and has received numerous brilliant reviews. You can get it via their website here.

Check out their Facebook for more.

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Top Original Festival Acts This Summer

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24/05/2018

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Declan is one Ireland’s most listened to folk artists of his generation. With his 2017 album release ‘Chronicles of the great Irish Famine’ generating fantastic review, his enormous live performance and beautiful songwriting adds a fresh new take on this troubled time in Irish history. Declan has had a string of live dates since it’s release and continues tour the album throughout this year across Ireland and beyond – His live show is one not to be missed.

Find out more about Declan via his website and Facebook.
For tickets for his upcoming Tour dates click here.

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Ireland’s top acoustic folk performer never fails to draw a crowd. Catchy tunes and audience participation is the key to Paddy’s performances. Playing some top Festivals and also achieving a week long residency at Dublin’s historic ‘Olympia theatre’. With the likes of 00’s hit ‘Saints and Sinners’ and more from his brand new album ‘The Secret Life Of’ you won’t be able to help but sing along. He is an artist of huge acclaim and is of high recommendation for gigs to to see this summer.

Get Paddy’s new album here.

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Ireland welcomes reggae artist Natty Wailer to its shores

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26/06/2017

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Ireland over the years sure has produced some excellent talent in music, so much so that I would cheekily like to go as far as saying it’s on its way of becoming the real capital of music in the world. ;).. Musicians from all over the globe are drawn to our emerald isle in order to hone their craft and continue to play alongside real musicians who are in appreciation of what real music is. Raw, eccentric, eclectic, colourful & playful. With that in mind it is a credit to our musical island to welcome artists from all backgrounds who will undoubtedly be of great asset to the scene.
One of these musicians is non other than Natty Wailer. A singer, musician and song writer who rehearsed, recorded and toured with the legend that is Bob Marley and the Wailers for over nine years and is now a renowned reggae Artist in his own right, residing in Ireland. What an honour that sure is to our small country.

Natty’s accompanied by his band ” The Reggae Vibes” who are all seasoned Jamaican reggae musicians.
Natty Wailer himself is from and inspired by the old school Reggae of the legendary Bob Marley and the Wailers and during his time spent with the star he lent his formidable keyboarding skills proudly to the music icon. As a result Natty has learnt the music trade to the extent of adapting the formula for making good music while spreading the importance of history and culture in his own beautiful and insightful way.
After leaving the Wailers in 2000, he found his own entourage “Natty Wailer and the Reggae Vibes” with the main purpose of continuing this tradition. Ireland sure is in for a treat !!!

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Gilbert O’Sullivan – BBC Proms in the Park & new album news

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23/06/2017

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One of Ireland’s most celebrated and treasured singer songwriters Gilbert O’Sullivan is due to play the prestigious Last Night BBC Proms In The Park on 09th September 2017. BBC Proms in the Park events offer live concerts featuring high-profile artists and well-loved presenters.

1970’s sensation Gilbert O’Sullivan joins a stellar line up of legendary musicians such as Texas, Michael Ball, The Kinks and Steps to name a few. The Last Night promises to be an unforgettable evening of wonderful sounds produced by formidable talent.
BBC Proms in the Park is one of Britain’s largest open-air classical music event and a truly spectacular annual outdoor concert full of eccentricity, taking place in London’s Hyde Park. 09th of September is the closing night of the two-month classical music festival – the main evening performance culminates in a live link-up with the Royal Albert Hall for the traditional Last Night finale, so you can join in with audiences across the nations and enjoy the one & only Gilbert O’Sullivan’s performance live.

Further information on the event via this link: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/847Crs5TrVJpsgF0xjDzmT/proms-in-the-park-2017-london-tickets-information

Last year Gilbert embarked on his 50th Anniversary Tour across the globe including the UK and Ireland, with tour dates added in 2017. With it came the release of ‘The Essential Collection’. The 2-CD ultimate collection features all of the Irish musician’s classic hits but also comes right up to date with recent releases such as ‘No Way’ and a remixed version of ‘I Guess I’ll Always Love You’. The track listing has been hand-picked by Gilbert himself and includes a number of his personal and live favourites making this the definitive collection for all Gilbert O’Sullivan fans.

You can purchase The Essential Collection via his website please also feel free to keep-up-to-date via his Facebook page

Excitingly Gilbert O’Sullivan is currently working on brand new songs with a highly anticipated album in the works. To catch the legendary musician live in Ireland you can do so at the end of November. His concerts are definitely one not to be missed and always a one of a kind spectacle.

25th November – Leisureland, Galway
http://www.ticketmaster.ie/gilbert-osullivan-galway-11-25-2017/event/180052AFACF88DBE?artistid=771006&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1

26th November – Bord Gais Energy Theatre + RTE Concert Orchestra
http://www.ticketmaster.ie/gilbert-osullivan-dublin-11-26-2017/event/180052509251268C?artistid=771006&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=1

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New International Acts Touring in 2018

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30/05/2017

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AMA’S TOP HEADLINE ARTISTS ; Click here www.amamusicagency.ie or call +353 (0)1 201 3660

Hailing from Germany myself and having resided on this gorgeous Island for close to 17 years there have been a few surprises I have learned along the way. Yes, the Irish are full of “the craic” and the country is covered in greenery and sheep, surrounded by oceans but one admittedly known fact that struck me the most is how much the Irish love their music, GOOD music.
Not everyone will make the cut and whatever venue you visit for a gig you will be assured talent rather than just some band hoping to “strut their stuff”.
The Irish folk are all about “raw talent” – a band or musician that doesn’t just stand in front of a mic to mime to a backing track but knows how to work multiple instruments and harbour a clever grasp of lyrical genius. The music fan I have always been appreciated the realness this country celebrates and I cannot but *bow* to the appreciation that the Irish hold in high regard for the acts they celebrate. So much so that I would like to call myself an Irish when it comes to the music I listen to and enjoy watching live.

Luck has it I got myself a job in one of Ireland’s most credible music agencies and therefore have been enjoying the pleasure of being introduced to the BEST in Irish music such as the legendary Aslan, as well as The 4 Of Us and gorgeous musical story tellers like Declan O’Rouke, Paddy Casey and Brian Kennedy – not to forget the electrifying Ryan Sheridan, thought-provoking Rubberbandits, Indie rockstars The Coronas & Keywest, but also the international artists that hone their craft and take music seriously instead of just “performing to become famous”.

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8 x Emerging New Talents You Should Book For Your Next Music Festival

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25/05/2017

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AMA’S TOP HEADLINE ARTISTS ; Click here www.amamusicagency.ie or call +353 (0)1 201 3660

AMA Music Agency Ltd is proud to be offering a platform for emerging Irish and international artists of all genres & styles, dedicating our time & efforts to booking LIVE concerts for “the fresh and new” as well as developing musicians which undoubtedly bring life to your music event, working the best stages with confidence and electrifying sounds.
Whether your festival ranges from the massive, outdoor spectacle to the urban, indoor events or the smaller local fests our emerging talents will be rocking the beats to an ecstatic crowd, filling the fields with dancing feet and smiling faces.
Ireland rightly enjoys a reputation of being a musical country and judging on our home grown talent it is very much deserving of staying on the top of the charts with some of the most exciting musicians of this time. Just check out the intoxicating Rocstrong who with his urban hip hop feel brings smart word play and the “current” to your stage. When booking The Beatles-esque Irish duo Morrissey & Marshall you will experience a bolt of love entering the crowd and then there are the extravagant Dearly Beloved and Peter M. Smith who both harbour the right attitude to inspire.

AMA acts as Ireland’s leading music booking agency for the established and developing like country band Hurricane Highway, Spanish-inspired Track Dogs and indie rock group Red Empire, as well as the more recent power-gal Aine Tyrrell, who will all credit your musical event to the highest of expectations.

Over the many years working in the industry we have acquired a knack for the skilled and soon-to-be popular artists roaming our emerald isle, as well as an ingenious, resourceful manner of discovering the latest acts and are extremely delighted to be able to give these singers / bands that little push required in the industry and you the very ‘current’ that’ll attract a rather large crowd, leading to a loyal fan base for your festival.

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Jared Dylan

Tupelo

ROCstrong

Top Original Festival Acts This Summer

Aslan

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Gilbert O'Sullivan

Declan O’Rourke

Ryan Sheridan

Paddy Casey

Keywest

Ireland welcomes reggae artist Natty Wailer to its shores

Natty Wailer & The Reggae Vibes

Gilbert O’Sullivan – BBC Proms in the Park & new album news

New International Acts Touring in 2018

8 x Emerging New Talents You Should Book For Your Next Music Festival