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Music 15 Jul 26 Script singer Danny O'Donoghue, SODA BLONDE singer Faye O'Rourke, IMRO's Sean Donegan and composer Kevin Whyms at Leinster House | Instagram SODA BLONDE Following a briefing that was held at the Dáil by Irish musicians, songwriters and composers to discuss the impacts of AI developments on the music industry, the motion faced little opposition.

‘Satisfy,’ Jazzy’s single with Calvin Harris, has reached No. 8 on the UK’s Official Trending Chart, up a spot from last week. Kettama has also held onto his spot at No. 20. In the top three are Anotr's 'Talk To You' at No. 1, Shakira and Burna Boy's 'Dai Dai' at No. 2 and Sienna Spiro's 'Material Lover' coming at No. 3. The Irish DJ released ‘Satisfy’ on May 8 along with her latest single, ‘Invisible,’ ahead of her upcoming debut album Peace & Patience, set to come out October 23.

U2’s album, The Joshua Tree, made 6th place on the official list of most-streamed albums of the ‘80s from the UK's Official Charts. Also on the list were The Stone Roses' self-titled album at No. 1, Michael Jackson's Bad and Thriller at No. 2 and 3, Back in Black from AC/DC at No. 4 and Appetite for Destruction from Guns N' Roses at No. 5. Produced by Daniel Lanois and Brian Eno, The Joshua Tree is the band’s fifth studio album.

Ahead of tonight's World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina, Morgana has sold out of her latest piece of album merch – new caps stating: "Screaming for any team/ To beat England..." The phrase is a lyric from 'Sidekick', the latest single from the Belfast-born, Dublin-based artist – who initially rose to prominence as a member of Saint Sister. 'Sidekick' is set to feature on Morgana's eagerly awaited debut album, The Whole Thing Was Very Very Emotional, out September 25.

Jacob Alon has shared their cover of Nirvana's 'All Apologies' recorded live from the Roundhouse in London - stating on social media that their rendition was "inspired by Sinéad O'Connor's version." The cover comes ahead of their live album set to be digitally released August 14. Live From The Roundhouse will feature 13 tracks recorded at the artist's sold out London Roundhouse show from April.

Beck has announced his new album, Ride Lonesome, which is due for release on September 18 via Capitol Records. Alongside the announcement, the eight-time Grammy winner has shared the record's latest single, 'In The Night'. Ride Lonesome marks the American singer-songwriter's first studio album of original material since 2019's Hyperspace. The record's title track was released in April, followed by its subsequent duet version featuring Sierra Ferrell.

Music 15 Jul 26 Dermot Kennedy at Aviva on July 12th, 2026. Copyright Jason Doherty/hotpress.com The Dublin singer-songwriter will now play Dublin's 3Olympia Theatre on both December 5 and 6. Aaron Rowe has added a second headline show at Dublin's 3Olympia Theatre on Sunday, December 6, coming in addition to his previously announced performance on December 5.

The Dublin Theatre Festival has announced its 2026 programme, with 26 productions to take place across various venues from September 24 to October 11. The programme centers around four main themes: “Troublemakers,” “Irish Icons,” “The Matriarchy” and “It’s Complicated.” Hosting international productions, Irish premieres and world premieres, the festival sees a variety of different shows spanning over 18 days and about 15 venues.

Belfast’s Custom House Square and The Telegraph Building will host a week-long series of free shows as part of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann this August. Running from Monday, August 3 to Saturday, August 8, Zón na Fleidhe will feature more than 30 live acts and DJs across the two venues. The line-up includes RÓIS, Huartan, The Shamrocks, Ryan McMullan and Cammy Barnes. Custom House Square will host events on Thursday, August 6 and Friday, August 7 from 2pm.

Charm, character and a bit of good-natured slagging have never been in short supply on Dublin’s Capel Street – especially once you step inside the doors of the beloved traditional pub McNeill’s. A unique, intimate space warmed by open fires during the colder months – and soundtracked seven nights a week by some of the best unplugged sessions in the country – the pub stands out as a vibrant gem on the iconic northside street.