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February 25th Tupelo join Barbara in studio before their next album release on March 2nd and their launch gig in Dublin March 3rd. They played two tracks including their latest single 'Break Loose' and another track off the new album 'Joyous'. The Shriven Dust is the next single they will release off the album on March 10th. Check them out online: https://www.tupelo.ie/

There's a new night of music in Galway organised by Ollie Jennings who chats with Barbara ahead of Druid Sessions #3 (already SOLD OUT!)where the following artists will play: Mary Coughlan: http://www.marycoughlanmusic.com/ Ultan Conlon: http://ultanconlon.com/ and Niamh Regan: http://www.niamhregan.com/ Manager to the Saw Doctors and man about Galway and music for many years, Ollie tells us about his first concert in the 70's and his most recent mentoring of artists. A great man for spotting talent, developing and promoting within the music industry. Be sure to keep an eye on the Druid Sessions Facebook page for upcoming events and announcements. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/druidsessions/

Originally from Monaghan, Mark has been based in Vienna, Austria, since late last year where he is currently working on new music. Speaking with Barbara over the phone announced a Dublin date and chats gigging in Vienna. See Mark Campbell live in Dublin on May 8th at the Ruby Sessions. Check him out online for more: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/markcampbellofficial Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/markcampbellmusic Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/markcampbellofficial

February 2018 before the release of their debut album Wyvern Lingo join Barbara in studio and treat us to two of their tracks. Album available to pre-order online now: http://www.wyvernlingo.com/ Check out their podcast, merchandise and upcoming gigs. February 23rd Button Factory SOLD OUT February 24th Glor Ennis February 25th Connollys of Leap, Cork March 1st McHughs Belfast March 2nd Dolans Limerick March 3rd Live at St. Lukes, Cork March 4th Co. Westmeath March 9th Róisín Dubh Galway March 10th Thurles March 11th Spirit Store, Dundalk March 14th Liverpool

Paddy McKenna spoke with Barbara over the phone on Sunday 4th of February to tell us all about the Le Crunch Apple Of My Eye Song Contest in association with Joe.ie Deadline for entries is February 19th - good luck! http://ouitolecrunchmusic.com/ More details: https://www.joe.ie/joe-competitions/le-crunch-apple-of-my-eye-song-contest-610035

Louise Tighe joins Barbara in studio February 2018 and tells us all about the Choice Music Prize song of the Year shortlist & event which took place in Dublin on Wednesday 31st January, the evening of the day this years shortlist was revealed Vote for your favourite song now: http://choicemusicprize.ie/2017-song-of-the-year/ The Song of the Year Winner and also Album of the Year winner will be announced at the RTÉ Choice Music Prize live event in Vicar Street, Dublin on Thursday 8th March 2018.

January 2018 The Revs frontman Rory Gallagher joined Barbara in studio to chat about their upcoming reunion gig! The Academy in Dublin Saturday February 10th 2018: http://www.ticketmaster.ie/the-revs-the-academy-dublin/venueartist/198465/30806

28th January 2018 Stockton's Wing Mike Hanrahan joins Barbara on the phone to chat about their upcoming headline slot at the Leopardstown Racecourse Festival, the unplanned (but happening!) new music and he is writing a book. Maura O’Connell See his website online for more: http://mikehanrahan.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/dinkyhanrahan Kilfenora Traditional Music Festival 27 April - 31 April 2018 https://www.kilfenoraclare.com/events/kilfenora-music-festival-2018/