Behind the music - Don McKevitt Don McKevitt has released his debut album, Cois Farraige (By the Sea). We asked him the BIG questions . . . Behind the Music • 18 Nov
Ed Sheeran opens up about his tumultuous year Ed Sheeran has spoken candidly about his roller-coaster 2022, a year which saw the death of his close friend Jamal Edwards, his wife Cherry's cancer … Music • 05 May
The Chieftains mark 60th anniversary with vinyl release Irish trad and folk music greats The Chieftains have chosen St Patrick's Day to mark their 60th anniversary with a first-time vinyl release of their … Music • 17 Mar
Behind the music - Colm McIntyre Belfast songwriter Colm McIntyre has released his new EP, American Dream. We asked him the BIG questions . . . Behind the Music • 13 Feb
Behind the music - Luke Cosgrave Wexford violinist and singer Luke Cosgrave has released his new song, Love and War. We asked him the BIG questions . . . Behind the Music • 28 Oct 22
Behind the music - John Smith Folk artist John Smith plays Coughlans, Cork on 20 October and 21 October, and The Grand Social, Dublin on 22 October we asked him the … Behind the Music • 15 Oct 22
Van Morrison to sue Northern Ireland Health Minister Van Morrison has instigated legal proceedings against Northern Ireland Health Minister Robin Swann over an article the minister wrote for Rolling Stone magazine. Music • 31 May 22
Rock and ceol - the Irish at The Grammys The 64th Grammy Awards take place this Sunday night in Las Vegas. However, aside from one obvious band, Irish acts have not done as well … The Grammys • 02 Apr 22
Oscars: the nominees - and winners - on Sunday night Here we are again, with fingers crossed for Irish nominees and hoping we'll all have something to celebrate come Monday morning. Oscars 2022 • 25 Mar 22
Beyonce and Billie Eilish in talks to perform at Oscars Beyonce, Billie Eilish and Van Morrison are reportedly in talks to perform at this year's Oscars. Music • 22 Mar 22
Irish eyes on today's Oscar nominations The nominations for the 94th Academy Awards will be announced at lunchtime today, with Irish hopes high in a number of Oscar categories. Movies • 08 Feb 22
Belfast up for eight prizes at Hollywood awards Kenneth Branagh's new film Belfast has received a total of eight nominations from Hollywood movie critics. Movies • 03 Dec 21
NI Health Minister suing Van Morrison for defamation Northern Ireland's Health Minister is suing Van Morrison after the singer branded him "very dangerous" over his handling of Covid-19 restrictions. Van Morrison • 07 Nov 21
Eminem feeling Irish Heartbeat thanks to Ed Sheeran Ed Sheeran has told the Tracy Clifford Show on RTÉ 2FM that his friend and fellow tape trader Eminem is now the proud owner of … Music • 29 Oct 21
Ronan Keating to cover U2 song on his new album After being met with a backlash for his sanitised cover of Pogues' classic Fairytale of New York, Ronan Keating is set to release an album … Music • 05 Oct 21
Elbow ready new album for November Elbow have announced that they will release their ninth studio album, Flying Dream 1, on 19 November, with singer Guy Garvey describing it as "an … Music • 01 Sep 21
Van Morrison drops legal challenge to NI live music ban Van Morrison has dropped a legal challenge to a ban on live music being played in Northern Ireland. Music • 03 Aug 21
Morrison demands 'real plan' for return of live music Van Morrison has called for a "real plan" to allow live music to return in Northern Ireland after he cancelled concerts planned for the Ulster … Music • 24 Jul 21
Morrissey slams pandemic as 'Con-vid' Morrissey has branded Covid-19 as 'Con-vid' and compared society during the pandemic to 'slavery'. Music • 06 Jul 21
Van Morrison's Belfast show pulled due to Covid rules A planned concert by Van Morrison at a Belfast hotel was called off just hours before it was due to go ahead because it did … Music • 10 Jun 21
Van Morrison: No guru, no method, no sense The Belfast Cowboy goes full white Van man on his bewilderingly silly new album Music • 12 May 21
Tom Jones on the double with Late Late Show and radio Irish fans got two tastes of Tom Jones on Friday as the legendary Welsh singer was interviewed on radio and then performed on television. Music • 23 Apr 21
TG4 to honour President Higgins as he turns 80 Making his first Irish TV performance in 26 years, Van Morrison will be among the artists to honour President Michael D Higgins in a special … Television • 08 Apr 21
Van Morrison to play at London music festival in August Van Morrison will join Tom Jones, Keane, Bastille and Bjorn Again at The Hampton Court Palace Festival in London in August. Music • 01 Apr 21
BP Fallon pays tribute to Noel Bridgeman BP Fallon has paid tribute to the Noel Bridgeman, the much-loved Irish drummer who passed away earlier this week. Music • 25 Mar 21
