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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

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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

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Event News – Vulpynes Takeover

Vulpynes will takeover our Instagram and Facebook for a live stream on Thursday at 7.30 pm

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Dublin’s punk garage rock duo Vulpynes are one of the most exciting Irish rock bands in recent years. Since the release of their self titled debut EP and their sophomore EP ‘Dye Me Red’ which was released last year the band have gone from strength to strength supporting the likes of Deap Vally, Doyle (Misfits), Marmozets, Stiff Little Fingers, Sleaford Mods and the Interrupters.

The duo have a slick, raw and majestic way of presenting their blood thirsty rock and this Thursday they are treating us to a few acoustic versions of their tunes. It is a set not to be missed.

Stream Vulpynes latest single ‘Sister’ below


Author : Danu

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Event News : Luke Clerkin Takeover

Luke Clerkin will takeover our Instagram and Facebook for a live stream on Wednesday at 8.00 pm

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Following the critical success of ‘Stones’, Dublin singer-songwriter Luke Clerkin is set to release a new single on June 5th. ‘Nocturnal’ will be the second release from Luke’s upcoming EP, ‘What Little Time We Have’, with this release seeing him move into a more full-band sound. The songs on ‘What Little Time We Have’ were produced by previous collaborator Gavin Doyle, as well as Jack Keenan, at Cabin Space Studios in Dublin. They were mastered by the internationally renowned, Pete Maher (Jack White, Damien Rice, U2), in London.

Clerkin has warm passionate vocals and his rich songwriting and melodious tunes are sure to make for a great live stream


Author : Danu

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Mellor Acoustic Set

Frontman Gary Kingham from Reading quartet Mellor has kindly recorded an acoustic version of the bands tracks ‘Arms Length’ and ‘Delicate’ for us here at Indie Buddie to help relieve the boredom of the lockdown. The recordings add a new dimension to these catchy tracks. If you were planning to go to one of the bands shows before the Covid – 19 madness had them rudely reschedule this will satisfy those cravings for a live Mellor show, for a little while at least. 

Mellor have received radio support from Abbie McCarthy, Radio 1; Tom Robinson, BBC 6 Music; John Kennedy, Radio X; Charlie Ashcroft, Elise Cobain, Frankie Francis, Jim Gellatly and Scott McGerty from Amazing Radio to name a few. The band have also featured on Spotify’s Hot New Bands, Indie List and Transistor playlists as well as Amazons Best New Bands playlist, and Apple Music’s Breaking Rock & The A-List.

You can watch the acoustic videos for ‘Arms Length’ and ‘Delicate’ below


Author : Danu

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A Chat With : Isaac Butler

We sat down to have a chat with Isaac Butler in The Library Bar at Central Hotel Dublin. We talked about how he crafts his songs and his inspirations as well as how he likes to conduct his shows. Isaac also performed two acoustic tracks for us ‘Young Forever’ and ‘Good Enough’ check them out below.

Watch the interview below

Watch ‘Young Forever’ Acoustic below

Watch ‘Good Enough’ Acoustic below


Author : Danu

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Donal Quinn ‘Bubble’ Acoustic Preview

Dublin indie artist Donal Quinn is set to release his new single ‘Bubble’ on November 30th. We sat down with Donal a few weeks ago for a chat and a little acoustic set where he performed the charming new track for us in The Sound House Dublin. 

Watch the acoustic version of ‘Bubble’ below

You can follow Donal Quinn on his social media here

Facebook :https://www.facebook.com/DonalQuinnArtist/

Twitter : https://twitter.com/DonalQuinnMusic

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donalquinnmusic/


Author : Danu

A Chat With, Acoustic Set, Interviews, Live Music, New Music, Video Interviews

A Chat With : Donal Quinn

We sat down to have a chat with Donal Quinn in The Sound House Dublin to talk about his new single ‘Bubble’ and his career in music so far. He also performed a sweet acoustic version of ‘Do You Like Spicy Food’.

Watch the interview and Donal’s acoustic version of ‘Do You Like Spicy Food’ Below


Author : Danu