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This special St. Patrick's Day programme features stripped-back, unplugged performances from some of Ireland's top artists, recorded and mixed by Dylan Connolly. It includes an exclusive interview and live session with The Rosecaps, along with a backstage deep dive with Leo Moran of The Saw Doctors as he discusses the band's resurgence.

The Galway Bay fm Christmas Messages Programme, which features Galway's civic and religious leaders, has been running continuously for the last thirty six Christmasses, and is now a festive fixture in Galway's cultural calendar.   Presented by Head of News Bernadette Prendergast, it is a chance to reflect on the year gone by and to hear, in a different way, from the people who represent so many of you across the city and county. They will also share their Christmas memories, with a few funny tales along the way.   There are also a few breaks for music with the 'Desert Island Christmas Discs' as selected by our guests - Mayor of Galway Peter Keane; Cathaoirleach of Galway County Council Martina Kinane; Bishop of Galway Michael Duignan; Reverend Alistair Doyle, Curate, St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church, Galway and representing the United Church Galway, a congregation of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland, Reverend Helen Freeburn.   Throw another log on the fire, make yourself comfy and enjoy some chat and music.

Clár sa Charr has returned to Big Bay Breakfast! Gach maidin Dé Luan, we'll be joining Éanna & Róisín for some comhrá 'gus craic on the school run. It will be a great way to learn Irish in a fun way at 7.45am. So bígí linn maidin Dé Luan anseo ar Galway Bay FM. Clár sa Charr is funded by Coimisiún na Meán with the Television Licence Fee. This week's theme is the general election! 

This week, bereaved parents and families across the county, country, and the world come together to commemorate the lives of their babies and lost pregnancies. In a special documentary, journalist and documentary maker Sally-Ann Barrett shares the heartfelt stories of two Galway women whose families have been deeply affected by stillbirth. This episode, titled Isabella's Table and Letters to Sadbh, offers a poignant look into their experiences, honoring the memory of their children. Please note: This podcast discusses sensitive topics that some listeners may find distressing.  

LISTEN BACK: On this week's show, Gary was joined by Aislinn Ó hEocha to discuss the Babóró International Festival for Children and Annie Duffy McMahon to discuss Brian Friel's 'Mollie Sweeney.' Gary also covered a variety of topics such as the Galway Film Society's new season and new music from Newry in town, along with the regular news of upcoming gigs and events across the county.

LISTEN BACK: On this week's show, Keith spoke to Thomas Moloney, DLF, about covering Brassicas and event, Shane Murphy about the Aberdeen Angus Association event, and Peter Comer, Teagasc, about the Water Quality Event. Keith also covered the Dairy Women Ireland event.

LISTEN BACK: On this week's show, Máirín is back with ceoil go deas from Back West, Daoiri Farrell, Elaine Reilly agus go leor eile!

Digital Media Producer of Galway Bay FM Dylan Connolly (AKA Indie rock artist KONNO) joined Kayte O'Malley in studio for a chat after the release of his debut single 'Meet Me Later'.  The song was quickly welcomed by both the public and the music industry. Just a few days after the release announcement, Dylan was chosen as the Grass Roots Artist of the Week by 2FM's New Music Show.   The track is available to stream on all major platforms. 

Clár sa Charr has returned to Big Bay Breakfast! Gach maidin Dé Luan, we'll be joining Éanna & Róisín for some comhrá ‘gus craic on the school run  This week they are talked about life on the farm.  So bígí linn maidin Dé Luan anseo ar Galway Bay FM. Clár sa Charr is funded by Coimisiún na Meán with the Television Licence Fee  

Generation Fleadh is launching this week in Galway city, and Sarah Slevin has been chatting to council member Eabha Leech. Eabha, a film studies graduate, gives some early and exclusive details of the festival, bringing film culture to young people across Galway City and County. Generation Fleadh runs from October 23rd to 26th 2024, and is the younger half of the Galway Film Fleadh for people aged 12 – 24. The 4-day event will include film screenings and an educational film programme, along with youth review panels.    Catch The Lifestyle Lounge every Friday from 10pm here on Galway Bay fm.

Hermitage Green joined Kayte in studio to mark the release of their new album 'Connections'. After a hectic few days on the road - Culture Night saw them play to over 1000 people in Limerick City and they also played the Clifden Arts Festival - the lads talked about their new 'rave-y' sound, recording with Rubberbandits' Bobby Fingers in his Mam's front room in Limerick and crowd surfing in a blow-up dinghy at Electric Picnic. Catch the full chat, and a special live performance of Driftin' here. 

LISTEN BACK: On this week's show, Gary was joined by a panel of critics to discuss The House by Tom Murphy. Gary also covered a variety of topics such as the architecture at the Edge Festival, the Clifden Arts Festival, and the Tulca Festival, along with the regular news of upcoming gigs and events across the county.    #ArtsCultureEntertainment #TheSoundofGalway

LISTEN BACK: On this week's show, Keith spoke to Aonghusa Fahy, Future Beef Farmer, about his On farm event this Friday and John Kelly, from Waters of Life Public Meeting. Keith also covered sustainable control of liver fluke in sheep and cattle, as well as mart reports and community news.   #CountryLife #TheSoundofGalway 

LISTEN BACK: On this week's show, Máirín is back with ceoil go deas from Rachel Goode, Eddie Maloney, Lunasa agus go leor eile!

Clár sa Charr has returned to Big Bay Breakfast! Gach maidin Dé Luan, we'll be joining Éanna & Róisín for some comhrá 'gus craic on the school run  This week they are taking about going back to school. So bígí linn maidin Dé Luan anseo ar Galway Bay FM. Clár sa Charr is funded by Coimisiún na Meán with the Television Licence Fee

Space Week 2024 is back from October 4th-October 10th. Sarah Slevin catches up with Rob O'Sullivan of Blackrock Castle Observatory, who is National Coordinator for Space Week. He tells us all about their roadtrip, which will see retired NASA astronaut Steve Swanson travel the country, and make a stop at Galway Atlantaquaria. This year's theme is Space and Climate Change, and along with the road trip, the Space Week crew are also teaming up with Galway city libraries throughout the week. Catch The Lifestyle Lounge every Friday night with Sarah Slevin from 10pm for all your lifestyle bits!

LISTEN BACK: On this week's show, Máirín is back with ceoil go deas from Alan and John Kelly, Gatehouse, Brian Mc Grath agus go leor eile!   #TradOnTheBay #TheSoundofGalway 

LISTEN BACK: On this week's show, Gary was joined by Sharon O'Grady and Ruth Mulhern to discuss free Culture Night events across county. Gary also covered a variety of topics such as the Druid Theatre Company's new show The House by Tom Murphy, the Decadent Theatre Company's new Brian Friel show, and the Clifden Arts Festival, along with the regular news of upcoming gigs and events across the county.    #ArtsCultureEntertainment #TheSoundofGalway  

Chris Cresham our Local Hero joined us in studio for a live acoustic version of his latest single 'Catching Fire'. 

On Country Life this week it's a PLOUGHING CHAMPIONSHIP Special  Keith Fahy caught up with some of the people attending this years National Ploughing Championship including:  Davy FitzGerald from Ireland's Fittest Farmer Mike Devaney from Heptagon Houses Students from Ballygar Secondary School on their Angus Calf Competition Eoin Clarke from McHales  Listen back here Tune in each Tuesday evening 7-8pm for Country Life with Keith Fahy.   Country Life is brought to you with thanks to St Jarlath's Credit Union.  

Galway-born cruise Captain Brian Whelan made one Donegal girl's day by reuniting her with her cherished teddy rabbit after it was left behind during a family holiday aboard the Princess Cruise Line. When Sophie's mother, Mona, realised the prized toy had been accidentally forgotten, she turned to social media for help. Thanks to the quick response from Captain Whelan and his crew, Sophie's beloved toy was soon tracked down and returned to her, bringing a heartwarming end to the holiday mishap. Ronan Lardner from The Live Wire tracked down the Galway Sea Captain who reunited a little Donegal girl with her beloved teddy, Rabbie.

Sarah Slevin chats with Michelle Palmer, who is performing as part of Galway city Culture Night on Friday September 20th. Au Naturel is a one-woman creative contemplation of the relationships we have with our bodies and with the earth. Michelle also speaks about her podcast 'In Our Elphaba Era'.

LISTEN BACK: On this week's show, Gary will be joined by Tiarnan McCusker to discuss the cultural programme attached to the Galway Climate Action Festival and a variety of people behind the "The Tide Rises, The Tide Falls" group exhibition to discuss it's premiere at the Galway Arts Centre. Gary also covered a variety of topics such as the Galway-based poet, Fred Johnston, the Druid Theatre Company's new show The House, and the Clifden Arts Festival, along with the regular news of upcoming gigs and events across the county.    #ArtsCultureEntertainment #TheSoundofGalway

LISTEN BACK: On this week's show, Keith spoke to Catherine Egan, Beef Specialist, about Beef Welfare Scheme and Feeding Weanlings, Joe Healy, Cultivate Chairperson and Former IFA President, about farming loans, and Tommy, Vet, about Microbes and Winter Dosing. Keith also covered Mart Reports and Community News.   #CountryLife #TheSoundofGalway 

LISTEN BACK: On this week's show, Máirín is back with ceoil go deas from Oisín Mac Diarmada, Samantha Harvey, Daithi Gormley agus go leor eile!   #TradOnTheBay #TheSoundofGalway

Taoiseach Simon Harris has officially opened the new 50 bed ward block at Portiuncula Hospital in Ballinasloe  The project is providing replacement beds rather than extra beds, but in far more modern facilities, including single-bed private rooms. The Taoiseach met with hospital staff, local councillors and elected members, most of whom have been involved in this project since it broke ground in 2019 He says this new block will be transformational for the hospital

University of Galway Students' Union President Faye Ní Dhomhnaill chats to Sarah Slevin as students return to college. She talks upcoming events on campus, along with giving some tips to any nervous students. Faye also gives advice on the best ways to maintain a good work-social-college balance.

On The Wagon Wheel Valerie Hughes is joined by gardening expert Ger McGaugh of McGaugh's Gardening Complex to answer listeners queries, Ger will talk about:   The benefits of Autumn planting & why everyone should and can plant a tree this time of year.   Ger will also have plenty of general gardening advice and answer your questions Text or Whatsapp us on 086 38 33 55 3 or call reception on 091 77 00 77. #TheWagonWheel #mcgaughsgardeningcomplex #LoveGardening #GardeningAdvice #Gardening #AutumnGardens #PlantaTree

ACE Galway covering the arts, culture and entertainment across Galway is back this (Wednesday) evening from 7.00pm with Gary McMahon.  There will be an in-depth look at Culture Night in Galway City and Gary speaks to Tom McLean from Outset Gallery about their multidisciplinary late-night show Otherworld.   Shorelines Arts Festival is coming soon to Portumna and the movers and shakers behind the festival will tell Gary all about their incredible lineup.   News of the programme for this year's Babóro Children's Festival plus anything else that can be squeezed in between 7 and 8pm - all on air and online on ACE on GBFM.

Tonight on Country Life we will discuss events, community news and mart reports and the following: Leo Forkan from Mayo Healthcare on ewe condition and mineral status, John Noonan Teagasc Organic Event, Stephen Joyce from the Maam Cross Mayo Mule group on the upcoming sale and Farm Safety Measures 2024.

Tuilleadh ceoil agus amhráin ó Breaking Trad, O Loughlin family, Iomar Barrett, Eddie Moloney. Shaskeen Carlos Sweeney Mc Cartin, Tara Breen Padraig Rynne, Jim Murray, Onóir, Don Stiffe Rachel Goode.

It's definitely feeling Autumnal now and Gary will look forward to two of the stalwarts of the arts & culture calendar this time of year: Clifden Arts Festival and Culture Night. Gary will be joined by Ethel Feneran to chat about the Visual Arts programme and other highlights in the Clifden Arts Festival. Gary will also look at some of the late night events promised for this year's Culture Night in the county and the city. ACE will have all the regular news of events and gigs across Galway county & city. Plus a look back at the Joni Mitchell celebration gig in An Taibhdhearc and Pixies & NewDad in Carnmore.

Tonight, on Country Life we have Liam Filan from Lely discussing robotic milking systems and their upcoming event, Amy Forde From the Irish Farmers Journal on changes in regulation to farmers for splash plate, Teagasc Acres Specialists on the upcoming Hedgerow week and events. Mart reports and community news as always. 

Tuilleadh ceoil with new albums from David Munnelly, John Wynne and John McEvoy, Chatting with Noelle Lynskey from Shorelines Arts Festival and music from Líadan, Breaking Trad, Bow Brothers, Shannonvale Ceili Band, Breda and Clare Keville, Angelina Carberry and Geraldine King.

On The Wagon Wheel Valerie Hughes was joined by gardening expert Ger McGaugh of McGaugh's Gardening Complex to answer listeners queries. Ger spoke about:  Prolonging your Summer Colour in the Garden. The WOW Impact of Hydrangeas. Treating The Lawn to keep it Green & the Benefits of Herbaceous Plants from Colour to Birds & Bees . Ger also had plenty of general gardening advice. Tune in the first Saturday each month just after 11am for our gardening feature.  You can Text or Whatsapp us your queries on 086 38 33 55 3 or call reception on 091 77 00 77.  

This Wednesday evening from 7.00pm,  Gary McMahon is back with ACE -  Arts, Culture, Entertainment Galway.   In advance of this weekend's 48 Hour Film Challenge, Gary is joined by Galway's Little Cinema founder Kenny Gaughan. The Little Cinema & Galway City of Film 48 Hour Challenge will take place this Summer on 22nd to 25th August! Launching  on Thursday in the Portershed and the 48 Hour Film Challenge pits 10 teams of film-makers to create short films in 2 days or less, ready for screening in the Town Hall Theatre on Sunday next.   Gary of course looks at the regular news of events and gigs across Galway county & city including a Joni Mitchell evening with Suzanne Savage in An Taibhdhearc - all online and on air on ACE from 7 O'clock on Galway Bay FM. 

On this weeks show, Keith spoke to Steve Dolan, John Kilboyle and Olive Butler.

Tuilleadh ceoil from 3 on the Bund, Beoga, Niamh Parsons, Ger Fahy, The Kane Sisters, Dessie O Halloran , Páraic Mac Donnchadha, John Wynne John Mc Evoy agus  neart eile.   Chatting with Martina Flanagan from Féile Cheoil Larry Reynolds which is taking place from 5th - 8th of September.

This Wednesday evening, ACE Galway with Gary McMahon returns from 7.00pm.    National Heritage Weeks kicks off this weekend and there are literally dozens of events across the county and city from the islands to the Shannon and all points in between.    Gary looks forward to the week with his guest County Heritage Officer Marie Mannion who outlines the programme in all areas of the county.    These plus the usual mix of upcoming shows in the arts, culture and entertainment world around Galway with Gary on air & online from 7.00pm on Galway Bay FM.

On this weeks show, Keith covered mart reports, community news and events, as well as ICBF, the National Genotyping Programme, and understanding your meal/ration Ingredients. Keith also spoke to Stephen Frend on the Teagasc Newford Farm Update and Joe Burke on Bord Bia on Market Outlook.

Tuilleadh ceoil with new albums from The Pipers Cross Ceili Band, Padraic Rynne Tara Breen and Jim Murray, Lúnasa , Oisín Mac Diarmada Daithi Gormley Samantha Harvey , Elaine Reilly and tunes and songs from Michael Flatley, Yvonne Fahy, Elanor Shanley Tommy and Louise Mc Carthy, Edel Vaughan Elanor Shanley agus go leor eile.

ACE Galway with Gary McMahon returns this evening after a short break for the Races.    The show takes a final look back at the recent  Arts Festival and reviews Fíbín's An Fear Liath.    Gary looks forward to National Heritage Week which starts at the end of next week and in particular at the enormous range of events across Galway county and city.   Gary also takes a look at the phenomenon which is the show Jezahel before it goes to the Edinburgh Fringe next week.    Plus upcoming events in the arts, culture and entertainment world around Galway with Gary on air and online from 7.00pm on Galway Bay FM.

On this weeks show, Keith spoke to Tomas O Toole, a Teagasc Better Sheep Farmer, on the upcoming walk on his farm, Blaithnaid Gallagher on farming for Nature on her farm walk, Martina O Grady from the University of Galway on the Ag Innovation Masters and Fodder budgets and how to calculate how much fodder is on farms.

ACE Galway with Gary McMahon looks back at the first 10 days' of  Galway International Arts Festival and looks forward to the final days coming up.   Gary and his guest critics Martin Kenny & Annie Duffy McMahon review theatre shows including Decadent, Brú, Galway Youth Theatre and Circa's Duck Pond.   The ACE team will cast an eye over the visual arts and discuss the Kneecap and The Undertones gigs and suggest shows to catch over coming days.

To celebrate the upcoming All Ireland Football Final, enjoy tunes and songs from Reeltime, Backwest, De Danann, Máirtín O Connor, Matt Cunningham, Dolores Keane, Rachel Goode agus go leor eile! Gaillimh Abú! 

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Tuilleadh ceoil agus amhrán from Donal Murphy. Martin Hayes, Eileen O'Brien, Páraic Mac Donnchadha, Páraic Keane, Cormac Breatnach, David Doocey, Oisín Mac Diarmada, Monica Brennan, Lumiere agus  go leor eile! 

On ACE Galway from the Festival Garden in Eyre Square, Gary was joined by Fibín sa Taibhdhearc performers to discuss An Fear Liath in the Claddagh Basin. Guest critics Annie Duffy McMahon and Martin Kenny reviewed theatre shows Reunion and Endgame from first nights at the festival and looked forward to the remaining shows.   In the second half of the show, Gary was joined by Gerry Mallon to outline the huge range of comedy gigs at the Laughter Loft at lunchtimes. Artist Sean O'Riordan walks through his exhibition at Engage Studios with Gary and the team look at the whole visual arts programme for the remaining week and a half of Galway Arts Festival.   There's also a quick look back at the Film Fleadh award winners.

Country Life brought to you by Ballinasloe, Gort, Loughrea and St. Jarlath's Credit Union. Credit Unions in Ireland are regulated by the Central Bank. Terms and Conditions apply.

Country Life brought to you by Ballinasloe, Gort, Loughrea and St. Jarlath's Credit Union. Credit Unions in Ireland are regulated by the Central Bank. Terms and Conditions apply.