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Jack Dora Releases Debut Single ‘Pretty Damn Lit’

Infused with 80’s synth-pop and Weeknd-inspired vocals, Dublin new-wave artist Jack Dora marks his arrival on the Irish music scene with the release of his debut single, and accompanying music video, ‘Pretty Damn Lit’.

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October 16, 2020

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Luke Rynne Cullen

Chart Topping Irish Singer-Songwriter RACHEL Releases Latest Single ‘Show Me’

In a world of fear and uncertainty, it’s important to look for hope and light whenever possible. Mayo singer-songwriter RACHEL has taken this message to heart with the release of her highly-emotive new single ‘Show Me’.

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October 2, 2020

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Luke Rynne Cullen

Brian McGrane’s next single 'Inside Out' is a collaboration between songwriters from LA, London and Dublin, showcasing what can be achieved remotely.

With a wealth of international experience under his belt, the up and coming artist has written and produced tracks with some of the biggest names in the Irish industry including Robert Grace, Chloe Agnew, Isaac Butler, Liam Geddes, Josh Gray and many more. He has also supported award-winning artist Tom Walker for an intimate performance last September.

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September 25, 2020

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Luke Rynne Cullen

Album Release Stimulus

Funding of up to €5,000 will be provided to successful applicants.

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September 14, 2020

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Luke Rynne Cullen

Songwriting Stimulus Package

A grant of €6,000 will be made to each successful applicant.

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September 13, 2020

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Luke Rynne Cullen

Recording Stimulus Fund Information

Single Recording: €1,200 to each successful application. EP Recording: €4,000 to each successful application. Album Recording: €6,000 to each successful application.

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September 12, 2020

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Luke Rynne Cullen

€6 million worth of support packages for live performance and music industry announced

Minister Catherine Martin announced the measures this evening.

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September 11, 2020

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Luke Rynne Cullen

TiLT Development Deal Announced

Bands will receive: 2 fully recorded professional tracks. An Introduction to Radio - 2 hour workshop in 98fm...

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September 11, 2020

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Luke Rynne Cullen

Conor Hamilton-Long Releases Debut Single ‘See Me Now’

‘See Me Now’ is the debut release from 24 year-old singer-songwriter Conor Hamilton-Long. Based in Dublin, Conor began writing music in the winter of 2018 and has been recording his output ever since.

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August 21, 2020

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Cailean Coffey

BENJAMYN Releases Latest Single ‘Sea of Uncertainty’

Dublin based, electronic music producer BENJAMYN is making waves with his newly coined genre of surf-house. He has previously performed live sets at Body & Soul and The Lighthouse, drawing comparisons to artists such as Chet Faker, Milky Chance and Tom Misch.

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July 24, 2020

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Luke Rynne Cullen

RTE 2FM Announce BIMM Institute Dublin Diploma in Music & Audio Production Scholarship

RTE 2FM is excited to announce the third RTE 2FM BIMM Institute Dublin Diploma in Music & Audio Production Scholarship at BIMM Dublin. The scholarship is part of the college’s continued commitment to supporting and shaping the Irish music scene through market-leading courses, unrivalled connections and innovative scholarships with some of the industry’s biggest brands.

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July 22, 2020

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Luke Rynne Cullen

Oh Yeah now recruiting for Scratch 2020 with support from YouTube Music

Oh Yeah now recruiting for Scratch 2020 with support from YouTube Music

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July 15, 2020

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Luke Rynne Cullen

Funding Opportunity – Calling All Musicians

U.S. Embassy Dublin is soliciting proposals from musicians and musical acts based in Ireland to participate in 30-minute online performances and potentially interviews as part of the Embassy’s new Calling All Musicians initiative. Each successful applicant (individual musician or entire musical act) will receive €1,000.

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July 13, 2020

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Luke Rynne Cullen

YouTube are going head to head with Spotify with 'Analytics for Artists'

The goal of the new YouTube Analytics for Artists is to give creators the “most comprehensive and complete view of their audience, global reach, and performance” across the platform.

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July 8, 2020

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Luke Rynne Cullen

PYRO VILLAS release their highly anticipated debut single ‘NOVA SCOTIA PIPELINES’

Four piece electronic indie-pop group Pyro Villas have released their highly anticipated debut single, ‘Nova Scotia Pipelines’. Being hailed as an alternative to Tame Impala, MGMT and The 1975, the band are already climbing the ladder having secured testimonials from leading Irish tastemakers including Kayte O'Malley at iRadio, and Sarina Bellissimo, Graham O'Toole and Nathan O'Reilly at Spin1038.

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July 3, 2020

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Luke Rynne Cullen

BIMM Dublin Launches BA Music Business Scholarship with Spotify

The BIMM Institute Dublin, have announced the launch of the Spotify BA Music Business Scholarship at BIMM Institute Dublin for the academic year 2020/2021. The Scholarship will offer one lucky student a coveted place on its new innovative three-year BA (Hons) Music Business undergraduate course.

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June 25, 2020

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Luke Rynne Cullen

Founder of Tune Release speaks to Sam Hardiman on Quarantine FM

Really candid discussion that covers everything from startups, to how musicians can improve how they pitch their music to media outlets.

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June 24, 2020

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Luke Rynne Cullen

Darragh O’Dea Releases Brand New Charity Single ‘Lost Dog Loyal’

Darragh O'Dea is a songwriter known for his narrative lyrics and idyllic poetry on life in an ever-changing Ireland. Hailing from Tuam, Darragh's songs capture the moods and elements of his surroundings and are delivered with an alluring honesty.

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June 19, 2020

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Luke Rynne Cullen

Brian McGrane is set to headline Whelan’s ahead of new single release ‘Out of Control’

Having spent the last five years touring the world’s most iconic stages from the Sydney Opera House to Radio City New York, Dublin based musician Brian McGrane is set to return home to headline Whelan’s on Friday, April 3rd. With a wealth of international experience under his belt, the up and coming artist has written and produced tracks for some of the biggest names in the Irish industry, collaborating with the likes of Gavin James, Celtic Woman, Phil Coulter and Sharon Corr.

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May 15, 2020

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Lucy Norris

Faraway Martin releases the first single of his debut EP ‘The Lights Turn On’

Mayo singer songwriter, Faraway Martin, has a voice that according to Hot Press Magazine ‘leaves an instant mark on the listener’. He is releasing the first single of his debut EP entitled ‘The Lights Turn On’.

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April 20, 2020

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Luke Rynne Cullen

JJ Bloom Releases Debut Single ‘Always You’

JJ Bloom, the alias of Irish songwriter Conor McQuaid, has spent the last three years building up his home studio and honing his craft to now announce his debut release, ‘Always You’.

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April 10, 2020

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Luke Rynne Cullen

Ciarán Moran Drops New Single ‘Falling Down’

Ciarán Moran’s willingness to write songs, that according to Christy Moore “very few will write or sing about”, has allowed him to explore the darker side of society’s issues with references to substance abuse, domestic violence and homelessness. His latest release ‘Falling Down’ encompasses a number of issues affecting those that start off at a disadvantage.

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March 28, 2020

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Luke Rynne Cullen

Deoraí Drops Video For New Single ‘Sceimhlitheoir’

Deoraí, fronted by writer, producer, and singer Jack Delaney, are an independent project combining contemporary modern music and the Irish language to create something new and exciting. “I feel that although there are some Irish language acts and music” Jack notes, “there is only a small amount of Irish language music which is breaking creative ground”.

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March 9, 2020

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Cailean Coffey

Dublin Rock Band Oh Bryan Release Latest Single ‘It’s Not Easy’

After a busy 2019, in which they released three singles, Dublin rock band Oh Bryan are back with their newest single ‘It’s Not Easy’, which has been given a “10 out of 10” by Billy McGuinness (Guitarist, Aslan).

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February 12, 2020

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Cailean Coffey

Deoraí Drops Video For New Single ‘Digiteach’

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Grants & Funding Opportunities for the Music Industry

Following the announcement by Minister Catherine Martin, T.D, a new pilot “Live Performance Support Scheme” has been launched to assist commercial venues, promoters, and producers in preparing for live performances

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Luke Rynne Cullen