13 songs of tuneful fast punk rock. 3 albums in and there is no sign of the easing off on this punk rock formula. Gruff vocals snarled at you in that way of saying they aren’t too bothered whether you like it or not. Punk rock tunes for you not to break school windows to.
Half OrphanThe knocking shopBlue Potato Records Prepare yourself for a bite size history lesson. The knocking shop appeared briefly in the 1990’s around Dublin's burgeoning indie music scene . It was a scene that had roots in alternative music and dipped its toe in some hardcore but lots of people were trying different things. One … Continue reading Play of the day doesn’t come in half measures
This weeks punk rock, diy and indie gigs in Dublin
You could be forgiven for thinking you've stepped back in time with Gary Numan, Midge Ure, The Frames, The Mission, Protex, Kerbdog, Ugly Kid Joe and The Skids all in action this week. Royal Hospital in Kilmainham has some open air gigs which look promising. I heart Jeff Buckley gig in Whelans should be a … Continue reading This weeks Dublin gigs May 23 – 29
The sun is starting to shine and the gigs are increasing. Last weeks breathtaking OhSees will take a long time to better but no doubt it will. Eventually. Public Service Broadcasting will be a treat tonight, as will Nerves who travel down from Derry tomorrow to play in the Workmans Club. it will be a … Continue reading This weeks Dublin gigs May 16 – 22
Green Days Americana influenced big brothers have released their debut album - a record rooted in vulnerability
Like some of the bands records this is more for completists but if you have any interest in punk rock then you’d be well advised to pick this up.
Bad planning says this writing this record gave them a sense of purpose during lockdown and it purposely makes a lot of sense as we emerge from those grey days.
This weeks collection of indie, diy, punk and interesting gigs in Dublin is another fine mix of pop, punk and noise
This weeks collection of punk rock, indie and interesting events happening around Dublin
