Calling all fans of, well, all music I guess, MUNKY have recently released their highly anticipated debut EP Un, Deux, Trois, Cat! The Dublin rockers have been steadily building a following over the last 2 years, releasing a number of rock, funk and blues inspired bangers. I say “all fans” because MUNKY are one of the most diverse bands to come out of Ireland in recent … Continue reading MUNKY-Un, Deux, Trois, Cat
I was one of the lucky ones who got to see Kurt Vile live at Vicar Street late last year. If you’ve heard his most recent record, Bottle It In, you might get the impression that he’s pretty laid back. That wasn’t the case on the night however. Vile was relentless during his set, tearing from one song to the next, mixing his many records together. While … Continue reading Kurt Vile-Childish Prodigy
This week has been tough. I haven’t been able to find much free time to get up to my usual tricks, or any out of office activities really. So why the lack of free time? “Arcanum” by Show Me The Body that’s why. I can’t stop listening to it. I’ve it on Spotify, on the stereo and in the car, anywhere I get to hear … Continue reading Show Me The Body-Arcanum
With so many wonderful songs to choose from by The National, it wasn’t easy picking 5 lines to feature. However, after listening to the podcast Coffee & Flowers, the decision came a little easier. Continue reading The National-Mistaken for Strangers
Dublin wordsmith Ciarán Moran has today released his debut EP & I Haven’t Even Started Yet. Featuring 5 tracks, the EP, for reclessreviews anyway, is an improvement for an artist who’s songs are influenced by both personal and social issues. His distinctive accent also sets him apart, forming a correlation between his music and his message. Against a cheerful, swinging composition, & I Haven’t Even … Continue reading Ciarán Moran Releases Debut EP
Ah, The National. The gift that keeps on giving. They’ve gone and done it again with the release of yet another beautiful single, “Light Years”. The last track on the upcoming record I Am Easy To Find, “Light Years” is an easy choice for our Track of the Week. Enjoy “Light Years” below. Continue reading The National-Light Years
IDLES returned to Dublin Tuesday night for a highly anticipated show. After their Button Factory performance last year, Vicar Street offered them another opportunity to further cement their place as an Irish punk fan favourite. And they didn’t disappoint. Venue Wonderful Vicar Street. I’ve been here a good bit over the last two years, seeing the likes of The National, Kurt Vile and Sharon Van Etten, … Continue reading All Is Love: IDLES at Vicar Street
