In their first 40 shows as a band Greywind have already achieved playing some of the biggest festivals in the world, including Reading and Leeds Festival, Isle of Wight Festival, Download Festival, Rock Am Ring and have supported the likes of You Me At Six, Palaye Royale, Thrice and in December 2019 played a sold out arena show with The Coronas. They have been heavily backed by BBC Radio 1, Zane Lowe and MTV.
The brother and sister duo, Steph and Paul O’Sullivan’s debut album ‘Afterthoughts’ was recorded in Texas with Grammy-Winning producer Jason Perry and has achieved huge critical acclaim from the likes Zane Lowe, Kerrang!, Rocksound, MTV. The album was released through Universal Music and charted in the Top 10 of the Official UK Rock Chart.
These guys are known to put on one heck of a show and we are pleased to have them infiltrate our socials for a live takeover not to be missed.
You can watch their latest single ‘Desolate’ below
Freak Control are a fresh Dublin based dance rock duo consisting of Paulus Maximus on Bass VI / Vocals / Synth Pedals & Dietrich Blitzer on Drums.Influenced by the likes of The Chemical Brothers, The Prodigy, 70’s Funk & 60’s Psychedelia, Freak Control have their own original style and flavour which they add to the mix as only they can do.
This band has a raw, gritty sound that invades your brain and runs rampant like a crazed maniac until you succumb to the frenzy. Robust and whiplash-inducing – their acid soaked sound is pretty infectious and not for the faint-hearted but is sure to guarantee one heck of a live show.
Freak Control have just released their new video for upcoming single ‘Alien Fear’ check it out below
Alexis Kings are a three piece comprising of Brendan Aherne (Vocals), Sam Privett (Lead Guitar) and Fabio Bocca (Drums). The band have previously received support from Radio X’s John Kennedy and Huw Stevens on Radio 1, and have performed on Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch and BBC London’s Gaby Roslin show. Alexis Kings debut single ‘Squire’ reached the Top 10 in several Spotify streaming charts and playlists, garnering attention from the heart of Australia’s top radio networks to the Los Angeles music scene. The band have surpassed a million streams on Spotify, with listeners in 77 countries, while their excellent videos for ‘Velvet’ and ‘Addict’ are racking up the numbers on YouTube.
These guys have some tasty tunes, slick guitar melodies and a charismatic stage presence that is sure to have you up dancing. Live these guys add a dash of punch and gritty peppering to their sun kissed infectious tunes. A show not to be missed.
In Association with Totally Irish on 98fm, The Sound Training College and The Button Factory.
Tuesday December 10th, 2019 | Doors 7.30pm
At The Button Factory
Free Admission
Featuring:CC Brez , Abbacaxi , Bajjna and Stomptown Brass
What Is Tilt :
‘TiLT’ is a free showcase event that takes place once a month in The Button Factory in Temple Bar, Dublin 2. The series aims to highlight some of the best musicians in the local music scene and offer music fans a chance to discover new acts and new music. Every month, 4 acts are invited to perform at TiLT in The Button Factory. Each of the acts receive pre-production a week before the event; a professional video of one of their songs from their performance on the night; a day’s recording in Sun Studios, Temple Bar; a live interview on Totally Irish on 98fm; and, of course, the opportunity to play at The Button Factory.
Why We Like The Line Up
CC Brez aka Cormac Breslin from Republic of Loose is a soul funk extravaganza. Having recently released his new EP ‘This Funk Is 4 You’ CC Brez is locked and loaded with some slick funk flexed tunes ready to ignite The Button Factory. His tracks are swanky chic and bursting from the seams with energy and vitality and boy can he deliver some shredding guitar moments. It’s a set not to be missed if you want to dance with as much careless fun as Prince’s 1999.
Check out ‘This Funk Is 4 You’ below
Abbacaxi is a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist and producer based in Dublin. His effortlessly cool sound sweeps with rich soul and jazz elements to create something truly mesmerising . With sun sprinkled bliss weaved wonderfully through tight production, rich rhythms, sublime vocals and lush, dance-able grooves this is a set not to be missed.
Check out Abbacaxi’s new single ‘Snow Dance’ below
Bajjna are a Reggae band based in Dublin. These guys will bring the warm infectiousness of their sun soaked sound to The Button Factory and will definitely heat up the chilly December night. With tunes laced in vibrant hazy flavours and velvety tones their energetic and melodic live set is going to create a wonderful atmosphere for the night.
Check out Bajjna’s single ‘Time Machine’ below
Stomptown Brass has emerged as one of the most unique acts in Ireland in recent times. The band have an impressive line up of two Drummers, two Trombones, two Trumpets, one Saxophone and a Tuba, that alone is going to make for one massive live sound. They blend funk and blues to create an infectious energetic sound that is almost impossible to resist. With their brass blasts and charming vocals it’s sure to be one powerful steamy set to remember.
Check out Stomptown Brass’ track ‘One Last TIme’ below
Once again ‘TiLT present another night of vibrant talented artists sure to have the crowd dancing and bopping. Each band and artist bring fun radiant funky and groovy tunes that is going to illuminate The Button Factory on Tuesday December 10th. Make sure to head down and check it out.
Admission to TiLT in The Button Factory every month is free. Entry is for over 18s only. Doors are at 7.30pm and the first act will be on stage at 8pm.
The Sound Training College is located in Temple Bar, Dublin 2 and caters for students interested in music technology and sound engineering https://soundtraining.com/
Any acts interested in performing at TiLT can apply by emailing John Barker at john.barker@98fm.com
In Association with Totally Irish on 98fm, The Sound Training College and The Button Factory.
The first ‘TiLT’ takes place on Tuesday Oct 29th featuring Munky, Bullet Girl, Synk and TOYGIRL. Admission is free and doors are at 7.30pm.
What is ‘TiLT’? Every month 4 acts are invited to perform at the event which takes place in The Button Factory. Each act gets a day of pre-production before the event takes place / a professional video of one of their songs from their performance on the night / a day’s recording in Sun Studios, Temple Bar / a chance to be featured on Totally Irish on 98fm / and, of course, the opportunity to play at The Button Factory.
With Munky, Bullet Girl, Synk and TOYGIRL performing this is going to be one hell of a show.
Why We Like The Lineup
Alternative band Bullet Girl are one exciting band to check out. Not only were they featured on one of our Indie Buddie Introducing articles their groove laced sound and invigorating tunes are sure to ignite the wiggle worms within you.
Check out Bullet Girls’s debut single ‘The Rush’ below
Future Electronic Rock band Synk are one sleek smooth machine. Their live performance is known for being densely textured, and turbulently dynamic in it’s scope.
Check out Synk’s single ‘Out of The Storm’ below
Alternative band TOYGIRL have also been featured on Indie Buddie. These guys present a deep passionate and slinky sound with soul and some wonderful jazz elements. Seeing these guys live will be a special moment
Check out TOYGIRL’s track ‘Reign’ below
Disco grunge band Munky have been regular offenders on Indie Buddie and we just can’t get enough of their shows, They are fun, insane and their tunes utterly outstanding.
Check out Munky’s track ‘Megaton’ below
All round it’s going to be an exciting night filled with dancing, moshing, grooving and lush tunes. A fantastic start to ‘TiLT’ – (Totally Irish Live Tuesdays)
If any acts want to get in touch about performing at future ‘TiLT’s they can email John Barker at john.barker@98fm.com.
Our Worth A Listen Track This Week Comes From Mini Mansions
LA trio Mini Mansions have released their new single ‘GummyBear’ taken off their upcoming third studio album ‘Guy Walks Into A Bar…’ which will be released on July 26th on Fiction Records.This fizzy, sugar sweet track struts in, slick and smooth with a luscious dreamy melody soothing the effervescent sticky instrumentation. With a toothsome pop shell, this peppy number swirls and weaves its glossy way into a darker hued bitter center. A little disco- like, the song is brimming with infectious grooves as a funky bass line and buoyant drums fluctuate through the euphoric soundscape creating a rich elastic foundation. The twinkling keys wander playfully about the majestic zesty sting on guitar as Mini Mansions flesh out this delectable biting number. From the anthemic thudding start right through to the wobbly guitar tickles and chiming key injections this track is steeped in chic panache and effortless charm. Tyler Parkford’s sweet falsetto vocals blend perfectly with Michael Shuman’s depth creating a full bodied sound that is so satisfying. Doused in effortless swagger ‘GummyBear’ is another suave track from the melody masters, Mini Mansions.
Lead singer Michael Shuman says of ‘GummyBear’, “Although GummyBear is rather fun and comical, the sentiment and story behind it are quite the opposite. At that time I really wanted to make an all disco record, but I guess this is as close as Mini Mansions gets to being part of the Gibbs family.”
Mini Mansions will be touring the UK and Ireland in May, including several festivals and a show at Dublin’s Whelan’s.. Tickets are on general sale from 9am GMT, Thursday 21st February.
Full dates below:
04.05.19 Live at Leeds Leeds, UK
05.05.19 Hit The North Newcastle, UK
06.05.19 King Tut’s Glasgow, UK 08.05.19 Whelan’s Dublin, Ireland
Vernon Jane are set to bring their explosive live show to The Button Factory on Wednesday the 12th of December with support from Junior Brother, and special guest TBA.
The new single ‘Push Me’ displays Vernon Jane at their most visceral. The final single from their 2018 EP ‘The Dark Place’, ‘Push Me’ is an emotionally dense exploration of acceptance beyond betrayal, featuring a constant push and pull of tension and release to mirror that theme. Vernon Jane once again join forces with video producer DOCK for a striking and visually rich accompanying music video. The show will see Vernon Jane incorporating striking visual elements, working with ‘Imagery By Ro’ to express the emotions explored throughout the set. This will be Vernon Jane’s most immersive and intense performance since their inception.
US Rap Superstar NELLY has just announced an Irish tour with dates in Limerick’s The Big Top on 14 November, Galway’s Leisure Land on 15 November and The Wrights Venue in Dublin on 16 November.
Nelly hit the world with a bang when he emerged with his debut album ‘Country Grammar’ in 2000 which has now sold over 8.4 million copies. His iconic album ‘Nellyville’ followed and boasted the timeless number 1 singles ‘Hot in Herre’ and ‘Dilemma’ featuring Kelly Roland as well as a plethora of party anthems such as ‘Work It’ which featured a guest performance from Justin Timberlake.
Since then Nelly has gone on to be ranked by the RIAA as the fourth best-selling rap artist in American music history, with over 21 million albums sold in the United States alone and ‘Country Grammar being ranked 8 in the Top 10 best selling albums of its category. Nelly’s unique voice and approach to HipHop has ensured his longevity and rise to the top of his industry and he aint goin’ no-wherre anytime soon.
Don’t miss Nelly live in Ireland this November. Tickets go on sale this Friday at 9am from www.nelly.net.
The Major New Irish Music Festival in Liverpool on Saturday 7th July 2018
The Feis, the Irish music festival, from the founder of the world famous Fleadh, is coming to Liverpool this summer. Featuring some of the biggest names in Irish music, both contemporary and traditional, The Feis Liverpool will be the biggest celebration of Irish culture the city has seen. The festival is taking place on Liverpool’s World Heritage Waterfront on Saturday 7th July and Van Morrison will headline the festival. Also on the line-up are Shane MacGowan, Chieftains, Imelda May, The Hothouse Flowers, Foy Vance, The Coronas, Aslan, Finbar Furey, Hudson Taylor, The Stunning, Nathan Carter, Damien Dempsey, Dublin Legends (The Dubliners), Therapy?, Sharon Shannon, Mary Coughlan, Jack L & Mundy.
The Feis forms part of the Liverpool 2018 events programme which marks the tenth anniversary of European Capital of Culture and will celebrate Liverpool’s unique Irish heritage. Often referred to as the ‘real capital of Ireland’ and ‘Dublin’s backyard’, over 75% of Liverpool’s population is of Irish descent. It is being organised by music promoter Vince Power, the founder of the famous Mean Fiddler who was behind festivals such as Glastonbury, Leeds/ Reading, Tribal Gathering, Homelands, the Hop Farm; as well as the world famous Fleadh Festival. Power’s Fleadh/Feis festivals ran for over fifteen years in London, Glasgow, New York, Boston, Chicago and San Francisco with the most recent by Bob Dylan.
Liverpool was named UNESCO City of Music in 2015 and has recently announced an exciting programme of events to mark the tenth anniversary of its appointment as European Capital of Culture. The Feis Liverpool will add to the existing celebration of Irish culture that is already well served by The Liverpool Irish Festival, the Irish Centre & Comhaltas.
Tickets now on sale and can be purchased online through Ticketmaster or directly from The Feis website.
Gallops at The Grand Social on March 30th for a LATE SHOW!
Math trio Gallops, will be hitting The Grand Social on March 30th for a LATE SHOW!. Gallops bring industrious composition to the “post” scene. Meandering through noises that bring you a digital Tron esc sound that has been smoothened out with your mothers brand new iron but upholds everything digitalising drool-worthy of 8 Bit sound. These guys have tracks that are so electronically charged and sci-fi tinged it will have you in seizures frothing from the mouth yet craving for more.
Support on the night comes from local post-punk noisemakers Tribal Dance. They come packing a strange concoction of math, aggression, punk, noise and manage to keep it all danceable. Alongside CHANCER who are a cinematic post-rock band made up of some of Dublin’s finest musicians from an array of bands which include Overhead, The Albatross, Val Normal, Punch Face Champions and Not Monsters. AndSo I Watch You From Afar will also be joining them on the night for a DJ set.
It’s a jam-packed night of brain melting ear crushing sounds that’s sure to make it one dizzing swirling Good Friday to remember. Its going to be heavy and rowdy with some sweetness blended in. One not to be missed.
