The Bowie Festival takes over Dublin from January 5 until 10 and we are deliriousssss! Six days of our favourite tunes, a brunch, a book launch and endless tributes to the infamous Bowie held in various venues around the city, a dream come true really.  Music to our ears. Literally.  1. Enda Walsh – Sugar Club Thursday, January 5 Guest […]

10 years ago

Look, we have a lot of respect for cyclists – you’re keeping nice and fit and doing the environment a solid by not further adding to the pollution that comes from cars. That’s all good. But let’s face it: there are certain types of bicycle jockeys who would drive you demented. Even other cyclists think this subset is annoying. Hang […]

10 years ago

There’s no place quite like Ireland. It’s a combination of so many unique traits that make the Emerald Isle the jewel of a country that it is, that make it an extra special place to return to for Christmas. These are the signs you’re back in Ireland. 1. Once again you’re on the hunt for ‘the shift’ […]

10 years ago

Here we have it – the best time of the year is back with us again! And oh, are we glad.  Everything is sparkly, shiny and the people are happy inside and out.  Oh, and there are festive drinks aplenty. Which definitely help.  Try tick all of these dreamy activities off by the big day – they’ll […]

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Everyone has an embarrassing obsession from when they were a teenager. It was a turbulent time, full of hormones, drama and spots. Some of us resorted to extreme measures of distraction. In my case, it was an obsession with the world famous boyband One Direction. ‘Nobody’s perfect!’ ‘Hi, we’re One Direction!’ ‘Oh…’ — úna (@unaharty) March 15, 2012 Between the […]

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What a wonderful idea.  The truly gorgeous people behind Walking In Their Shoes is hosting their Christmas party for the homeless at the Central Bank this evening.  There will be as much Chinese food they can eat from Charlies Asian Fusion, a pizza oven, tonnes of extremely talented musicians and the big man in red might be making an […]

10 years ago

Christmas is probably one of the most traditional traditions us Irish still follow to a tee.  The dinner never changes (hallelujah!) and nearly all of us sit down to a feast of turkey, ham, roast potatoes, stuffing and brussel sprouts. The presents get opened at various times throughout the wee hours of the morning, some […]

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Why send a Christmas card when you can send a frickin’ music video? That’s what this local company thinks, at least. Private investment company Broadlake sent out an email recently to spread some festive cheer through the medium of lip syncing. Specifically to East 17’s Christmassy-but-not-really ‘Stay Another Day’. As you do. READ NEXT: This Blanchardstown Shop Posted Its […]

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Ah the first dance song. The ultimate tune that defines you as a couple, that shows the world (or your 152 guests) exactly how you feel about each other, that compels people to sob between hics, “You… two… are… so… beautiful!” So no pressure then. But you know what? Contrary to what you might think, picking […]

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Does the thought of traipsing into town to buy Christmas presents absolutely revolt you?  We don’t blame you. It’s a nightmare out there.  Fear not though, these seven gifts can be purchased from the comfort of your bed – easy peasy – and anyone would love ’em.  1. Spotify Premium  For the music lover in […]

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Hozier made a surprise appearance at Apollo House this afternoon. The closing act at a ‘singalong’ featuring giants of the Irish music scene, like Glen Hansard, Kodaline and Liam Ó Maonlaí, the artists had assembled to help raise awareness of the occupation of the NAMA-owned property Apollo House by activist group Home Sweet Home, who have been using it […]

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If you love Glen Hansard as much as you love freebies, you really need to head to Poolbeg Street this lunchtime. The Frames’ frontman will be doing a bit of a singsong outside Apollo House today and you’re all invited. We’ll sing a few songs at lunchtime tomorrow our side the Apollo mission! Poolbeg st, 1-2pm […]

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