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Acoustic Set, Indie, Indie Buddie Session, New Music

Indie Buddie Sessions: Big Sleep

Rónán and Matteo performed an acoustic set for Our Indie Buddie Sessions.

Big Sleep are a Dublin based indie-alternative band who spent the last two years playing to packed out rooms of a steady-growing and dedicated fan base until the lockdowns came along. The four-piece formed when frontman, Rónán, entered a Battle of the Bands as a singer-songwriter. He reconnected with some old bandmates and was introduced to some new ones to form the current lineup: Matteo Poli on percussion, Evin O’Connor on lead guitar, Rónán Connolly on vocals and rhythm guitar and Dougie Sealy on bass.

Big Sleep create sun-kissed irresistible tunes laced in warm laid back instrumentation. Blending funky rhythms, supple drums and radiant guitar melodies the bands sound is luscious and oh so sweet on the ears. Rónán and Matteo’s performance highlights the band’s nostalgic hazy melodies through a soft acoustic set and it’s simply divine.

For more from Big Sleep check out their Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/bigsleepmusicpeople/

 Check out the performance below. 


Author: Danu

Acoustic Set, Indie, Indie Buddie Session, New Music

Indie Buddie Sessions: Colm O’Mahony & The Hot Touches

Colm O’Mahony and Jackie O’Mahony performed an acoustic set for Our Indie Buddie Sessions.

Colm O’Mahony & The Hot Touches are a Rock ‘n’ Roll band from Killarney Co.Kerry, Ireland. Their self-titled debut album, featuring eight all original songs, was released on June 5, 2020. The album is an examination of life by way of rock ‘n’ roll. With eight original songs, each written by O’Mahony, it explores issues such as love, loss, betrayal & defiance. The band have recently released their new single ‘Preacher’s Daughter’, taken off that album,

Colm O’Mahony & The Hot Touches’ songs are filled with wonderful heartfelt melodies, rich instrumentation and emotive lyrics. This striped back performance gives us a chance to see some of the bands beautiful indie tunes through an acoustic lens that highlights the sweet infectious melodies, Colm’s warm vocals and the talent this band have to offer. It’s a real treat. 

For more from Colm O’Mahony & The Hot Touches Check out their website here https://www.thehottouches.com/?fbclid=IwAR0Jo-wF8cPBDIe9MN5jBUCElCmewdHNAlxDYFLesi5bYY_tW7RhE8BIFHI

 Check out the performance below. 


Author : Danu

Acoustic Set, Indie, Indie Buddie Session, Live Music, New Music

Indie Buddie Sessions : Pixie Cut Rhythm Orchestra

Sarah Deegan of Pixie Cut Rhythm Orchestra performs an acoustic set for Our Indie Buddie Sessions. 

Pixie Cut Rhythm Orchestra are a Dublin-based three-piece consisting of singer/guitarist Sarah Deegan, bassist Alice Grollero and drummer Danni Nolan, who came together about three years ago after meeting through gigging around the Dublin underground music circuit.

This talented three-piece have a poignant and passionate sound oozing brooding melodies and biting instrumentation. Sarah Deegan showcases the band’s magnificent indie rock sound and deft lyrics through this mesmerising and thoroughly enjoyable session. 

Check out Pixie Cut Rhythm Orchestra on their socials here https://linktr.ee/PCRO

We are delighted to present Sarah Deegan’s special performance for our Indie Buddie sessions. Check it out below. 


Author : Danu

Acoustic Set, Indie, Indie Buddie Session, indie rock, Live Music, New Music

Indie Buddie Sessions: The Donaghys

Frontman James Konnanov of The Donaghys performed an acoustic version of the band’s songs ‘Hindsight’ and ‘The Midas Touch’ for Our Indie Buddie Sessions.


The Donaghys consists of Manchester trio James Konnanov on Guitar / Vocals, Scott Ripley on Bass Guitar, and Nathan Ripley on Drums. Having grown up in the same village, just playing in different bands, it took a chat after a local open mic night before the three-piece collaborated, taking only two months before they took their idiosyncratic brand of trans-Atlantic indie rock on stage. 2018 saw The Donaghys release their first E.P, Turning Heads featuring early singles such ‘Incandescent’, ‘Control’ and ‘She Can Fly’ – all tracks which made the setlist for the band’s raucous debut headline show at Manchester’s Castle Hotel.

The Donaghys new single ‘Don’t Mind Me’ is a jaunty passionate indie rock track doused in the dynamic musicianship the band has become known for. Boasting blazing guitar refrains, punchy drums, and driving bass lines, which are all backed by catchy sing-along ready choruses the band has a full-bodied, fiery sound that is sure to ignite a live audience. Keep an eye on these guys. 

We are delighted to have James showcase The Donaghys’ fantastic tunes and strip them back to a wonderful acoustic set for our Indie Buddie Sessions. Check out the performance below. 


Author : Danu

Electronic, Indie, Indie Buddie Session, Live Music, New Music, Singer/Songwriter

Indie Buddie Session: Ria Rua

Ria Rua recorded a live session for Indie Buddie earlier this week and it’s a real treat. Ria Rua is a female artist and producer from Cavan. She began her musical life as a drummer – drumming professionally in Ireland and abroad – before deciding to shift her focus to songwriting, singing and production.

Ria Rua’s sound is edgy, compelling and executed with mesmerising artistic flair. Her luring songs blend sharp beats with dark intoxicating electronics to create an intriguing and tantalizing listening experience.

Ria went all out for her performance, utilising her deft technical wizardry, musical and visual prowess to provide us with an outstanding, one of a kind, and exciting performance. 

Watch the performance below 


Author : Danu