Karaoke bars in Dublin
Don’t have any plans for New Year’s yet? Why not try partying in one of these karaoke bars in Dublin? I was told to stop singing Wonderwall. I said maybe… Not sure how to spend New Year’s Eve in Dublin?…
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Irish Christmas songs and carols from the 17th century to today
Irish Christmas songs and carols are enjoyed worldwide throughout the holiday season. How did this seasonal musical tradition emerge in Ireland? Read more to find out! Irish Christmas songs have been a feature of holiday celebrations dating back centuries.…
Hip-Hop Series: Top 4 Rappers in Galway
We’ve taken a short hiatus but the Hip-hop series is back! This time we’re hitting up Galway to check out the small but strong hip-hop scene. Disclaimer: Not all of the artists are from or currently based in Galway, however…
Hip-hop series: Top 4 Rappers in Cork
The mid-2000’s were a golden age of rap in Cork. Innovative young producers and musicians were popping up all over the city, making Cork one of the best rap scenes in Ireland. However, as the recession hit and the infrastructure…
The Orthodox Spirit in Dublin
The Orthodox Spirit, Chamber Choir Ireland’s new concert series, took place in Christ Church Cathedral, Dublin on Wednesday, where hundreds of people were treated to some high quality classical and contemporary music, both old and new. People had already gathered outside…
Italian Fusion Festival
The Italian Fusion Festival, aimed at promoting cultural exchanges between Italy and Ireland, will take place on July 2 in Dublin from 4 o’clock ’til 11pm at The Grand Social, Liffey Street, Dublin 1 (beside the Ha’penny Bridge). The festival…
Forbidden Music – Mosul Violinist Brings Back Music
A violinist returns to play amongst ruins in a city where playing music is forbidden and punishable by death. Ameen Mukdad, a violinist from the Iraqi city of Mosul has returned to Mosul to give his first performance near a…
Karaoke in Dublin
What could be better than spending your night out in Dublin by grabbing a group of friends and coercing them into singing with you along to Oasis’ or ABBA’s hits in one of the numerous pubs and karaoke bars. Often,…
Last Ticket Home – an Interview With Federico Folclash Bormida
Babylon Radio had the honour of interviewing singer/songwriter Federico Folclash Bormida before his tour through Europe. He will be playing an acoustic gig at Clockwork Door, Dublin on 6th April. Event at Clockwork Door Check out his new album “Last…