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Behind the music - California Irish

New Belfast group California Irish have released their debut album, The Mountains Are My Friends. We asked front man Cormac Neeson the BIG questions . . .

Behind the Music • 02 Aug

Emma Hynes: I love the magic of creativity. Something comes forth, I grab it, run with it, shape it, finish it, and then there's a new thing in the world which didn't exist before, and I've made it."

Behind the music - Emma Hynes

Dublin singer songwriter Emma Hynes has released her new single, Sierra, with her debut album to follow next year. We asked her the BIG questions . . .

Behind the Music • 19 Jul

Brian Wilson's family said they are 'sharing our grief with the world'

Genius ear of Brian Wilson pushed boundaries of music

Brian Wilson, The Beach Boys co-founder who masterminded the group's decades-long popularity and soundtracked the California dream, has died aged 82.

Music • 12 Jun

Friko: "We have the goal of making our music feel as cathartic and dynamic as possible. Those two elements allow for quieter moments and louder ones to all mean the same thing. We know it's good when it feels like a punch to the chest."

Behind the music - Friko

Chicago band Friko play a headline show at the Workman's Club, Dublin on 14 November. We asked front man Niko Kapetan of the band the BIG questions . . .

Behind the Music • 24 Oct 24

Tessa Rose Jackson. Photo credit: Bibian Bingen

Behind the music - Tessa Rose Jackson

London-based Dutch artist Tessa Rose Jackson has released her new single, Stick In The Mud. We asked her the BIG questions . . .

Behind the Music • 08 Sep 24

Behind the music - Husky Loops

Italian, London-based experimental indie outfit Husky Loops return with their new single, Again Replay and EP Ultrarama. We asked them the BIG questions . . .

Behind the Music • 22 Apr 24

Brian Wilson and Melinda Ledbetter Wilson pictured at the Golden Globes in 2016

Beach Boys' Brian Wilson mourns death of wife Melinda

Beach Boys star Brian Wilson said "my heart is broken" after announcing the death of his "beloved" wife Melinda Ledbetter Wilson at the age of 77.

Music • 31 Jan 24

Behind the music - Stupid Son

Dublin-based band Stupid Son have released Dylan's Brian, the first single from their debut EP, Comedy. We asked Andrew of the band the BIG questions . . .

Behind the Music • 06 Oct 23

Belot: "I would describe my music as funky, dirty, and awkward." Photo by Isy Townsend

Behind the music - Belot

"Awkward pop" pioneer Belot has released her new single, Math. We asked her the BIG questions . . .

Behind the Music • 16 Mar 22

Legendary drummer Hal Blaine dies at 90

Drummer Hal Blaine - the beat behind many of the greatest records made during the 1960s and '70s as a member of legendary studio band the Wrecking Crew - has died at the age of 90.

Music • 12 Mar 19

Brian Wilson confirms good health after surgery

Brian Wilson has confirmed that he is in good health after recent back surgery and the singer will perform two intimate shows at Vicar Street, on August 21 and 22.

Entertainment • 05 May 18

Our top songs for the six stages of love for Valentines

It's Valentine's Day again so time to round up some of the greatest lurve songs EVAH. To help you along love's winding path, we've broken the undefinable thing that is love down its six scientifically proven stages . . . have a read and a listen!

valentines day • 14 Feb 18

Love & Mercy is due for release later this year

Watch! Trailer for Brian Wilson biopic

The teaser trailer for Love & Mercy, the new Brian Wilson biopic which stars Paul Dano and John Cusack as the Beach Boys genius, has been released - watch it here.

Entertainment • 28 Feb 15

Beach Boys' Brian Wilson announces new album

The Beach Boys' Brian Wilson has announced his new studio album which is pun-tastically entitled No Pier Pressure.

Entertainment • 31 Jan 15

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