Apart from perhaps Roy Keane and Mick McCarthy, no men have ever divided the Irish nation as much as U2. Half the country is more than happy to lap up the radio-friendly tunes and line up for hours to see the band live, while the other half can’t think of anything worse than spending two […]

8 years ago

Dublin, much like every other major city, has its quirks and attributes. It has the little things that make Dublin Dublin, and things that only the inhabitants understand, like the rules of the city. That’s not to say that there’s a rulebook you can consult about our beloved city, rather that there are a set […]

8 years ago

Dublin’s a funny little place.  Enshrined in national pride and avocado toast – the city boasts a world unto its own, with an internal rivalry the Jets and the Sharks would be proud of.  We’ve taken it upon ourselves to rank them all in the order we see fit, combining natural beauty, amenities, housing prices […]

8 years ago

Fresh from sticking it to Donald Trump at the Grammys last night, U2 have this morning confirmed the Irish dates for their 2018 eXPERIENCE + iNNOCENCE tour.  The lads will perform in Dublin’s 3 Arena on Monday November 5 and Tuesday November 6 of this year.  The news was confirmed this morning and will surely spark a […]

8 years ago

Shane MacGowan appeared on The Ray D’Arcy Show to the sound of uproarious applause from the studio audience. The legendary frontman of The Pogues made this appearance following the celebration of his 60th birthday last Monday night, featuring an all-star cast of performers like Johnny Depp, Glen Hansard, Sinead O’Connor, Nick Cave and Bono. His ill health has confined him to […]

8 years ago

Fear not if you thought that Bono’s performance at Shane McGowan’s party would be the last you’d see of him for a while in the capital. U2 have confirmed some European tour dates and thankfully, Dublin and Belfast are on the list. Live Nation and MCD have confirmed dates for the European leg of U2’s […]

9 years ago

Shane McGowan turned 60-years-old on Christmas Day and had the biggest 60th party you will ever see in Dublin on Monday night.  Sinead O’Connor, Bono, Johnny Depp and a whole host of other stars were in attendance to wish the Irish music legend a big HB. Before you ask, yes, ‘Rainy Night In Soho’ and […]

9 years ago

Well, well, wellllll. Didn’t we and other thousands of disappointed fans REALLY miss out on the concert of a lifetime tonight? To celebrate the iconic Shane McGowan’s 60th birthday, Johnny Depp, Shane MacGowan, Nick Cave, Bobby Gillespie of Primal Scream, Glen Hansard, and many more ah-mazing musicians took to the stage at the National Concert Hall in […]

9 years ago

The first few acts for one of Ireland’s most popular festivals of the year were announced a couple of weeks back. And just when we thought the line up couldn’t get any better, it feckin’ did. Just this morning, the festival surprised us with eight more acts that will be playing in Dublin next June. […]

9 years ago

Maybe it’s the mulled wine talkin’, but we reckon this is the most wonderful time of year in our fair city. Dubliners are in high spirits, the streets are gorgeously decked out and we can eat excessively safe in the knowledge that we can hide our bodies under thick layers of clothing. Ain’t it grand? Since Christmas comes […]

9 years ago

Between buying presents, party outfits, drink, decorations and more, Christmas can be hella expensive.  If you’re looking to save your pennies but still get in the festive spirit, here are 7 Christmassy things you can do for free in Dublin this year.  1. The Snowman  Head to St Patrick’s Cathedral on December 23 to hear the timeless […]

9 years ago

There’s nothing quite like Christmas in Dublin. Whether you’re born, bred and buttered here, or have just arrived for a change of scene – the mixture of cold nights, hot toddys and stellar craic will only ever leave you wanting more. We’re spoiled rotten in Dublin when it comes to Christmas treats and incredible traditions. […]

9 years ago