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The Boomtown Rats at 50: from Rat Trap to Irish rock royalty

As they return to Ireland for a pair of sold out gigs, University of Limerick professor Eoin Devereux celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Irish music legends The Boomtown Rats.
Music • 25 Jul

1984: Reeling In The Years

1984 • 15 May 21

To Bob & Back: Billy McGrath on his new Boomtown Rats film

Filmmaker and Irish TV legend Billy McGrath writes for Culture about his new documentary, Citizens Of Boomtown - which tells the story of Bob Geldof and The Boomtown Rats, with contributions from Bono, Sting and Sinead O'Connor...
Documentaries • 02 Mar 20

"I want to talk about sex" - Tommy talks to Bob Geldof

On the latest edition of The Tommy Tiernan Show, Tommy was joined by Bob Geldof, for a frank and fascinating conversation...
the tommy tiernan show • 01 Mar 20

3 IFTA-winning shows you should watch immediately

This weekend's IFTA Gala Television Awards celebrated the finest achievements by Irish TV talent over the last twelve months - watch three of the winners here.
Culture • 10 Oct 16

5 Must-Sees From The New IFI Player

Culture • 26 Apr 17

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