Category: News & Reviews
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Galway Councillors pass new regulations on busking
Two days ago, Councillors in Galway passed new bye laws which place limits on busking in the city centre. This means that amplified performance cannot take place until after 6pm. So called ‘circle acts’ (performances which draw a crowd) are not allowed to take place before 6pm. And buskers under the age of 16 must…
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2019 female:pressure FACTS Survey to feature Irish festivals
Right now a lot of work is being done by female:pressure members to gather data on the gender ratios of music festivals world wide, to create the next FACTS Survey which will be released next year. Irish music festivals are going to be a much more prominent part of this research. Since 2012, the online…
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John Conneely Trio on a series of musical studies
Long standing jazz and blues group, John Conneely Inc. are gathering once again as a trio for the remainder of series of gigs at the Black Gate Cultural Centre over the coming weeks. These intimate performances are coming to an end, with just three dates left. John Conneely Inc. is one of the pioneering faces…
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The (brief) argument for research in resistance
I believe in resistance, and I believe in knowledge as resistance. When I look in the mirror I see a woman, a journalist, a bisexual and a potential voice – in that order. In my lifetime I have realised myself as all four of these things. But the first was one that I had to…
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Part Two of ‘Investigating Gender in Music’ series to be released in May
Lazer Guided Reporter is delighted to announce that Part Two of the ‘Investigating Gender in Music’ series will be published on May 7. This is the second part of a series which brings original music media research to the public, with the aim of stimulating a strong conversation about gender in the music industry and…
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New music: ‘On My Tongue’ EP from The Altered Hours
Soon to be released EP ‘On My Tongue’ by The Altered Hours is punk inspired noise pop with raw sounds and unhurried melodies.
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Tickets for extra Mercury Rev gig on sale today
Mercury Rev add a second performance at the Róisín, and tickets are on sale now.
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Your weeks worth of electronic gigs in Galway (Feb 5 – 11)
The next 7 days of electronic music in Galway.
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4 day fest back the West: Music, comedy, club culture, and a fine vintage
Once Upon a Time Back West is filling our weekend with as much talent and craic as we can legally contain in 96 hours.
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From cobblestones to studio: Galway Street Club announce debut album & Irish tour
Local music collective, Galway Street Club, announce debut album and Irish tour. Frenzied street performance coming to your brain sockets.
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