Behind Basht, Rathmines alt-rock band
As alternative rock is taking over throughout the music scene, Basht are an example of how Irish artists can continue to thrive in this genre. Originally from Rathmines, Dublin, the…
What to do in Dublin in May 2025
Dublin in May bursts with energy, as the city’s historic streets pulse with world-class music, thrilling sports, and a rich calendar of cultural festivals. Here’s some idea of things you…
Fiach Moriarty on his album ‘Liberties’
Fiach Moriarty, the Irish singer-songwriter, spoke to The Liberty about his music career and his third album, Liberties. Fiach is from Dublin and plays guitar, piano, violin, and mandolin, sings,…
Dublin Event Guide: April 2025
Dublin is alive in April with vibrant events catering to all interests. The Irish capital offers something for everyone, from music concerts to sporting events and cultural celebrations. Music April…
The ultimate guide to Dublin’s lively entertainment scene in March
Dublin comes alive in March with vibrant events catering to all interests. The Irish capital offers something for everyone, from music concerts to sporting events and cultural celebrations to comic…
Damien Dempsey lights up the Olympia
Damien Dempsey awoke the Olympia theatre with a soft and spiritual performance like flowers dancing in a meadow. Dempsey headlined the 10th anniversary of Rock Against Homelessness in the Three…
Raw riffs and relentless energy: Gurriers rock Whelan’s
Dublin-based post-punk quintet Gurriers played one of their biggest shows to date earlier this week to a sold-out crowd in Whelan’s as part of their ‘Come and See’ tour. A…
Maverick Sabre surprises the city with two free pop-up shows
Earlier this month, Wexford born singer Maverick Sabre took to Instagram to announce two surprise pop up shows in the capital. The first show took place on Wednesday, the 13th…
Second “Dublin by Night” lights up city streets
On the first weekend of November, the capital marked the second annual celebration of “Dublin by Night”. The after-dark events, from cooking demonstrations to circus performances, ran through the night. …
Sinn Fein’s ‘Activity Card’ – What is it and how would it affect you and your kids?
In the midst of a cost-of-living crisis and an anti-social behaviour epidemic, encouraging young people’s participation in sports and other cultural activities is more important – and more difficult –…
Remembering Dublin’s late 20th-century ‘darkside’
Have you ever wondered what it was like to grow up ‘alternative’ in a conservative Ireland during the 1980s and ’90s? “Growing up in the ’80s, there were a lot…
Singing and songwriting – Starting out in Dublin
BIMM music institute singer-songwriter Katie Lee shares her experience of starting a music career in Dublin – right before the debut of her first original song. For 35 years, BIMM…
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