Punks Listen

The new book is a collection of pieces of writing from musicians, writers, actors and music fans. They were asked to write about a record (or a gig) that was significant to them and includes over 290 contributions

We SHALL Overcome, we can not contemplate otherwise

I was delighted for Hope Collective to be part of We Shall Overcome festival. Over €2,000 was raised for Aoibhneas and the Saol Project, thank you to all the bands and those who volunteered to make it such a success

Some words with the last mile

Canadian punks, the last mile are coming to Ireland and the UK this week and next. It is a throwback, for me, to the diy tours I was involved in helping out with in the 80's and 90's. Everything based on trust, things backfiring and a real feeling of camaraderie amongst it all. I helped organise the Dublin leg tomorrow and in advance sent the band off some questions

We Shall Overcome 2022

Since May 2015 organisers have run more than 1100 events in 150 different towns and cities worldwide, raising an estimated £675,000 worth of food, cash, clothing, bedding, furniture and electrical goods for those struggling.  This year sees two events over 2 different nights celebrating culture and musicians looking to reach out and help

This weeks gigs: Sep 19 – 25

This weeks Dublin gigs sees the return of We Shall Overcome Festival where musicians reach out and give a helping hand. Highlights include the last mile on Friday and Pete Holidai with tony st ledger on Saturday