Fun and Frolics with Big Sleep at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Nov 17, 2022

Fresh from playing at Electric Picnic and releasing their debut EP, Big Sleep are on their way to Monroe’s Live as part of their Ireland and UK tour on Saturday, November 19. Already, their indie-alternative vibes are making waves on the Irish music scene, thanks to the meeting of music minds between Dubliner Rónán Connolly and Italian-born Matteo Poli.

All roads lead to Galway city for the inaugural Songs From An Open Road festival

Thu, Nov 17, 2022

Songs From An Open Road is a weekend of music, talks and film which will explore the sources and examine the influence of what is often referred to as 'global music'. Audiences can look forward to an in depth look at the various hues of melody and rhythm that permeate our planet, from the dusty trails of eastern Europe and Georgian female Trio Mandilli and their stripped down popular folk harmonies, to the Fela Kuit inspired and Nigerian born Allen Taylor's Afro Beat Orchestra's pulsating beats and rhythms.

Soda Blonde begins winter tour in Galway this month

Thu, Nov 17, 2022

Soda Blonde, the band that emerged from Little Green Cars, will kick off their winter tour around Ireland in the Roisin on 25 November. Having started Little Green Cars in their early teens, Soda Blonde was born just before the pandemic - so the return to live gigs was very much welcomed by the foursome. We sat down for a chat with Adam O’Regan, 1/4 of Soda Blonde, on the run up to the show.

EYE Cinema screening of The Peculiar Sensation of Being Pat Ingoldsby

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

"There is something healing about watching Ingoldsby, a man who is both outside of and ahead of his time, battling against the tide of 1960s (and onwards) Irish conformity." The Irish Times

Soda Blonde begins winter tour in Galway this month

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

One of the great pleasures to have returned for many over the last year has been the live gig. There truly is nothing like it, a room full of people entranced collectively by their favourite artist, seemingly playing just for them, only a few feet away.

Second Sundays at the Salt House with Galway Bay Brewery Running Club

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Founded in 2018 by Mel Mannion and Joanna Brophy, Galway Bay Brewery Running Club (GBBRC) has become a real institution in a short space of time.

Galway songwriter & folk singer Mick Brown releases first song

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Galway songwriter, folk singer and community facilitator Mick Brown is releasing his first song this Friday November 11.

Druid’s The Last Return by Sonya Kelly returns next spring

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Druid Theatre has announced that their five-star production of The Last Return, Sonya Kelly’s award-winning new comedy, will return to Galway as part of a national tour next spring.

Musician Nick Shoulders re-ignites old style country at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Hailing from Fayetteville, Arkansas, musician Nick Shoulders brings the vocal range and inspiration of the American South to Monroe’s Live on Saturday, November 12. The singer-songwriter is renowned for the reawakening of traditional country music, with a yodel, whistle, and strum of his guitar. This is traditional, old-style country at its finest.

A blast of Ruaile Buaile this weekend

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Fast-paced and furious, the twisted-trad sounds of talented musicians, Ruaile Buaile, are set to ignite the stage at Monroe’s Live on Saturday, November 12. The music is traditional with rousing rhythm, infused with a strong folk and country vibe. Hailing from the heart of Ireland, the midlands, Ruaile Buaile are creating a stir at home and abroad.

HamsandwicH to showcase new album at Monroe's Live

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Ireland’s best-known indie-pop band, HamsandwicH will showcase their latest album, Magnify, at Monroe’s Live on Saturday, November 19. The popular and much-loved group from Meath have become a leading voice in the alt-pop world.

“The Addams Family” in The Town Hall Theatre 16 - 19 November

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

A.I.M.S. award-winning Claregalway Musical Society returns to the stage!

Outset Gallery announces curated group show ''Materialists''

Thu, Nov 10, 2022

Cultural hub for contemporary art and design, Outset Gallery, is delighted to announce their last curated group exhibition of 2022 – Materialists.

Music legend, Christy Moore announces new Galway concert dates

Fri, Nov 04, 2022

Music legend Christy Moore plans to return to Galway for two shows on Friday, September 1 and Saturday, September 9 ,following a wave of sell out shows across the country. 

Immerse yourself with global music at Songs for an Open Road festival

Thu, Nov 03, 2022

Offering an "in depth look at the various hues of melody and rhythm that permeate our planet", the inaugural Songs from an Open Road Festival seeks to "explore the sources and examine the influence of what is often referred to as 'global music' at the three day festival from November 17 to 20.

The Claddagh Choral's Live at Galway concert transported audience to another world

Thu, Nov 03, 2022

Claddagh Choral presented Live at Galway a concert which saw two local groups, Fir an Cladaigh and The Galway City Chamber Choir, wow attendees with beautifully performed songs at their concert in Galway Cathedral.

La Traviata screening in Galway cinemas this Saturday

Thu, Nov 03, 2022

The Met: Live in HD, the Metropolitan Opera’s award-winning series of live high-definition cinema simulcasts, continues with Verdi’s La Traviata, starring soprano Nadine Sierra as one of opera’s ultimate heroines, the self-sacrificing courtesan Violetta, on Saturday 5 November at 4:55pm when the opera will be screened across The Eye Cinema, Palas and Omniplex Salthill.

Hudson Taylor are back at Monroe's Live

Thu, Nov 03, 2022

With unrivalled energy and stunning harmonies, these popular multi-instrumentalists have amassed a strong following. This is thanks to their ability to deliver a rousing set that delivers time and time again.

Billboard chart toppers Moxie Strings to bring farewell gig to Monroe’s Live

Thu, Nov 03, 2022

Talented instrumentalists Diana Ladio and Alison Lynn, bid a fond farewell to fans at Monroe’s Live on Friday, November 4th as part of their last Irish tour.

Vibrant Traditional Musicians Flook to Raise the Roof at Monroe’s Live

Thu, Nov 03, 2022

Award winning traditional folk band Flook will bring their high energy, toe tapping musicianship to Monroe’s Live on Friday, November 11, at 7:30pm. While this is a fully seated show, there is no doubt you will be on your feet, as the rousing rhythm of this talented foursome is set to lift the rafters. When it comes to the lilt and melody of the Irish tradition, Flook are at the top of their game.

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