Dublin-based band, Avenue 68, are the newest, freshest faces of RnB/Soul, Jazz in the city’s capital. Taking influence from artists like Eryka Badu, D’Angelo and Olivia Dean, this band explores sexuality, relationships and identity through silky smooth vocals, intricate guitar lines and melodies.

Their debut single ‘Venom’, blending elements of RnB, pop-Soul, and jazz, gained great traction for the band - reaching just under 10k streams since its release and was chosen as 2FM’s Grassroots Pick of the Week, while also being picked up by the likes of Today FM and Phoenix FM.

Cork-based artist Fintan McKahey just released his latest single, “Higher Place”—a deeply emotive track that weaves hypnotic melodies with raw, introspective lyrics. Featuring fellow Cork musicians Eoin Barclay on drums and Kealan Kenny on slide guitar, the song sets a rich sonic backdrop for Fintan’s smooth and expressive vocal delivery.

Staying true to McKahey’s signature hazy sound, “Higher Place” leans into the realms of Americana and folk rock. Ethereal soundscapes blend seamlessly with a steady rhythmic pulse, capturing the push and pull between escapism and reality. From its opening lines—
“We could take it to a higher place / We could sit and watch the fire take / All the memories that I’ve erased”—the track establishes itself as both reflective and anthemic. It’s a song about shedding old burdens, embracing uncertainty, and navigating the emotional highs and lows of self-discovery.

A lo-fi indie singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer, McKahey has built a reputation for his chill, spacey, and psychedelic sound. His previous EPs and singles have received national radio play and widespread critical acclaim, earning him headline slots at major venues across Ireland. Yet, it’s in the studio where Fintan feels most at home—immersed in the craft of building atmospheric, transportive music.

In recent years, Fintan stepped back from the public eye to embrace a new chapter: fatherhood. This life-changing experience has reshaped his worldview and his music, fueling his creativity in quiet moments and late-night studio sessions.

Now based on a rural property in West Cork—where he relocated Ivy Hill Studios and built a home—McKahey is poised for a powerful return. With new music slated for release in 2025, “Higher Place” marks the beginning of an exciting new era, showcasing the depth and evolution of an artist who continues to push creative boundaries.

Blending alt-rock grit, punk-pop energy, and the nostalgic haze of a Friday night at The Bronze in Sunnydale, Consolers emerged from over a decade of running in the same circles and sharing stages to finally form their own band.

Their debut single, "Inhale," was recorded at 1980 Something Studios with producer Jonny Woods (Wynona Bleach) and mastered by Jon Moorehead at Moostronix.

"Inhale" is now available to stream, And a recent Belfast show supporting Fangclub on April 4th, with a Dublin date on May 2nd—more details coming soon.

Born in Tulla, Co. Clare, Torpey grew up surrounded by music due to his mother, Kate Purcell, singer with the Grammy-nominated band Cherish The Ladies. He started learning the piano at age five and, in his early teens,  began learning how to play his favourite pop songs by ear. At 15, he picked up the guitar having listened to bands such as The Beatles, Oasis, and The Arctic Monkeys. Over time, his taste in music expanded to include folk acts like Bon Iver and Bob Dylan. These influences combine to give Torpeys music the grounded elements of Folk along with some of the more catchy, upbeat qualities of Rock and Pop.

"I like to think of ‘Only The Good Die Young’ as falling into the camp of ‘optimistic nihilism’. It’s a song that is lyrically about feeling nihilistic about the state of the world but with music that uplifts and offers catharsis to that feeling. It was self-produced in my bedroom studio over the course of two weeks in October/November of last year and is the first single of my upcoming EP." - Torpey.

With his hooky new single 'Only The Good Die Young' out now, Torpey builds momentum for himself and plans an exciting 2025 ahead full of fresh striking music. Don't miss 'Only The Good Die Young' that dropped on March 28th, it's bound to take Torpey to new heights, this is just the beginning! 

Baboii born Alexandru Baboi, is a Dublin-based Romanian instrumentalist and producer who launched his artistic career in 2024 with the release of his debut single, March 11. Known for his engaging Instagram and TikTok reels featuring soulful guitar solos and grooves, he also documents his journey as a guitarist in Dublin on his YouTube channel.

Sleepy Days are an up-and-coming indie-rock band from Dublin, on a mission to leave their mark on the Irish music scene. Made up of Conor Dwyer (lead vocals & rhythm guitar), Michael O'Kane (lead guitar & backing vocals), Alex Ganje (bass) and Aaron Lacumber (drums), the band met while studying at BIMM Dublin, where they founded Sleepy Days after hitting it off during an impromptu recording session in the colleges' recording studio.

Bríd Lyons is a Kilkenny-based folk musician whose songwriting blends Celtic roots with contemporary influences like Hozier, Ye Vagabonds, Lisa Hannigan, and Anna Mieke. Her sound ranges from haunting a cappella melodies to layered acoustic arrangements, all while exploring themes of nature and human experience. Having performed at prestigious venues and supported Irish folk legends like Sharon Shannon, Bríd has steadily built her reputation in the Irish music scene.

Naomi Berrill, the internationally acclaimed cellist, composer, and singer from County Galway, now based in Florence Italy, is thrilled to announce her Spring 2024 tour across Ireland. The tour celebrates the release of her latest album, Inish, a deeply evocative collection inspired by the islands of Inishark and Inishbofin off Ireland’s west coast. Alongside the tour announcement, Naomi has released a captivating video for her song "Best Alone", offering an intimate glimpse into the haunting beauty and stories behind her music.

STRAND, formed in 2018, is a five-member indie-pop band from Finglas, North Dublin. The lineup consists of Dara Clancy (vocals), Shane Aherne (bass), David Solola and JP Roche (guitars), and Jude Finn (drums). Their sound has evolved since their early days as schoolboys, moving from a style similar to the Buzzcocks and Housemartins to a mix of indie-pop, garage-rock revival, and new wave influences.

HUNTINGS, the duo of James and Brian Edwards, have garnered attention with singles 'Turn On', 'Doom', and 'Sparks'. Praised by music publications and featured on various radio shows, they're set to release their debut album 'Songs of Last Resort'. Inspired by submarine captains' nuclear attack orders, the 9-track album explores love, loss, relationships, and world despair. It's a retaliation against modern chaos—a potential end-of-the-world soundtrack.

HUNTINGS' sound is stripped-down yet powerful, blending Nirvana's distortion with Joy Division's tension. Their guitar-vocals-drums setup creates an unsettling atmosphere that mirrors the album's themes, evoking a constant sense of impending doom.

Irish folk duo Laytha, cousins Niamh and Philana, are becoming best known for their carefully crafted vocal harmonies, their greatest and most unique asset. Their debut album (Nov 22) recorded with producer Declan Legge (SOAK, Jealous Of The Birds) is a reminiscence on the formative times of their shared youth, encompassing themes of daughterhood, womanhood, life in their hometown and the raw rugged landscape of Ireland. Receiving great praise from Tony Clayton-Lea's 'Irish under-the-radar acts' in The Irish Times and supported on RTE Radio 1, BBC Radio Ulster and Hot Press Magazine, their debut body of work has sparked the beginning of an exciting music career for Laytha.

Ruairi Lynch, aka Bantum announces the release of his new self titled album, “Bantum” set to drop on October 3rd, 2024. His third album after Legion (2012) and Move (2016) marks a return to his electronic roots while incorporating a diverse range of influences across multiple genres. In anticipation of the album, Bantum will release a single titled "Bamboo" on September 5th, 2024.