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Oasis are back and they're on the big screen! Oasis: Don't Look Back In Anger has premiered in Venice and hits cinemas today, ahead of its Disney+ release later this year. We get the details from Deputy Editor of Hot Press, Stuart Clark.

Oasis are back and they're on the big screen! Oasis: Don't Look Back In Anger has premiered in Venice and hits cinemas today, ahead of its Disney+ release later this year. We get the details from Deputy Editor of Hot Press, Stuart Clark.

Mayo singer-songwriter Liam Foody returns with his most uplifting release to date as he unveils new single This Life. Inspired by the idea of living in the moment rather than waiting for the “perfect time,” the track blends infectious indie-pop energy with heartfelt songwriting, marking an exciting new chapter for one of Ireland's rising independent artists. Hailing from County Mayo, Liam Foody is an emerging Irish singer-songwriter carving out his own space in the indie-pop landscape through honest songwriting, infectious melodies and uplifting guitar-driven music. Since releasing his debut music in 2024, Liam has steadily built momentum, earning support from Hot Press, The Beat, Pure M Zine, The Daily Music Report and a growing number of Irish music outlets. He was also recognized with a New Local Hero nomination, highlighting him as one of Ireland's promising new talents. A graduate of BIMM Dublin's Songwriting programme, Liam first discovered his passion for songwriting through Music Generation before moving to Dublin to refine his craft. During his studies, he performed at some of Ireland's best-known live venues, including Whelan's and The Workman's Club, developing a reputation for energetic live performances and authentic songwriting. Influenced by artists including Fontaines D.C., Amble, Inhaler and The Academic, Liam creates music that blends heartfelt storytelling with anthemic indie production. His latest single, This Life, showcases his evolution as both a songwriter and performer, delivering his most confident and uplifting release yet. With ambitions to continue touring across Ireland and perform at festivals including Sea Sessions, All Together Now, Electric Picnic and Other Voices, Liam is establishing himself as one of the country's exciting new independent voices. As his audience continues to grow, his commitment to authentic songwriting and memorable melodies remains at the heart of everything he creates.

Formed in 2021 in Northern Ireland, Brother Vice are an emerging alternative rock band rapidly gaining attention for their powerful blend of guitar-driven anthems, heartfelt lyricism, and electrifying live performances. The four-piece James Feely (vocals/guitar), Neil Mone (lead guitar), Dean Cummins (bass), and Aidan Watters (drums) have established themselves as one of the region's most exciting rising acts, combining raw authenticity with an unmistakably cinematic sound. Drawing influence from the storytelling of Sam Fender, the arena-ready energy of Kings of Leon, and the timeless anthem writing of Stereophonics, Brother Vice have crafted a sound that feels both familiar and refreshingly modern. Their music balances soaring melodies, driving rhythms, and deeply personal narratives, resonating with audiences who crave both substance and scale. As they enter an exciting new creative chapter, the band continues to push beyond conventional genre boundaries. Their latest material introduces subtle country and folk influences, bringing warmth, texture, and acoustic depth to their signature rock sound while retaining the powerful hooks and emotional intensity that define the Brother Vice identity. Having already earned support from leading music and media outlets including Hot Press and BBC Introducing, Brother Vice continues to build significant momentum across the Irish music scene. Their growing reputation has seen them perform at iconic venues such as Mandela Hall and Empire Music Hall, while high-profile support slots alongside legendary Irish group The Wolfe Tones have further showcased their ability to captivate audiences on big stages. Brother Vice usher in a bold new chapter with their forthcoming single, ‘Home Forever'. Renowned for their soaring guitar driven anthems and heartfelt storytelling, the band expands their sonic horizons on this latest release, blending rich country and folk influences with the anthemic rock sound that has become their trademark. ‘Home Forever' delivers a powerful balance of intimacy and scale. Warm acoustic textures sit alongside driving rhythms and soaring choruses, creating a track that feels both deeply personal and universally relatable. At its core, ‘Home Forever' is a heartfelt tribute to the family members and friends who have left home in search of new lives overseas. The song captures the emotional weight of distance and longing while carrying a powerful message of belonging. No matter where life leads, home will always be waiting. It's a celebration of the bonds that endure across continents and the places that continue to shape who we are. Despite its heavy subject matter, the song radiates optimism. Driven by infectious melodies, uplifting energy, and an irresistible singalong chorus, the track is tailor-made for summer road trips, festival fields, and long evenings with friends. Equal parts nostalgic and hopeful, the track marks an exciting evolution for Brother Vice and stands as one of their most ambitious and compelling releases to date.

On this week's episode, we're joined by Arthur Mathews, one of Ireland's most celebrated comedy writers and the co-creator of Father Ted, a man who somehow turned priests, crazy golf and Craggy Island into television history. Arthur's route into comedy was anything but straightforward. From growing up on a farm in County Meath and working at Hot Press, to playing drums, creating the legendary Joshua Trio and even applying for the Manchester United manager's job, comedy was never exactly the plan. As Arthur puts it himself, he simply “drifted into it.” In this fascinating and very funny conversation, Arthur takes us behind the scenes of Father Ted, revealing how his priest uncles helped inspire the show, how Dermot Morgan, Ardal O'Hanlon, Frank Kelly and Pauline McLynn came to be part of it, and why Father Stone is his favourite episode. We talk about his time writing for British comedy shows, and his later collaboration with Matt Berry on Toast of London. Arthur explains the strange world of Steven Toast, the origins of Clem Fandango, his love of surreal and visual comedy, and even hints that there might be more Toast to come. There's also I Keano, Arthur's love of football and Drogheda United, a comedy western, a possible musical or two and Arthur's adventures with petrol and matches. Funny, fascinating and full of stories, it's a brilliant conversation with one of the great Irish comedy minds. We'd like to offer a special word of thanks to Drogheda United's number one fan, Johnny McEvoy, and Eamonn Murtagh for helping make this interview with Arthur possible.Let Christy Take It are proud to bring you Arthur Mathews.If you enjoy our show, please like and subscribe whenever you listen to your podcastsPhotograph Credit Dara Mac DónailThanks to our sponsor Irish Woodcraft, please check them out at ⁠https://irishwoodcraft.ie

Caleb is joined by Hot Press's Stuart Clark as they look back on the life of musical legend Glen Hansard Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this morning's show... Cllr Andy Moloney has called for improved security at fire stations... Niall Stokes from the Hot Press pays tribute to Glen Hansard... Minister is Jim O'Callaghan is sticking with the flat fee payment of €520 for criminal legal aid cases The Marian shrine of Medjugorje, has been vandalized Cllr Kay Cahil Skehan joins me for our Beyond Politics slot. The Labour Party has raised concerns that the relaxation of planning laws Sliebhnambon is still in the news. Eamon O'Dwyer is dropping in. John G on The History of Ireland.

Niall talks on the sad passing of legendry Irish singer / songwriter Glen Hansard.

Evelyn O'Rourke, Arts and Media Correspondent; Victoria Mary Clarke. Journalist and writer; and Stuart Clark, Deputy Editor of Hot Press; pay tribute to Glen Hansard.

The ever-iconic Rolling Stones are back today with their 25th album, Foreign Tongues. We hear all about it with the Deputy Editor of Hotpress, Stuart Clark.

The ever-iconic Rolling Stones are back today with their 25th album, Foreign Tongues. We hear all about it with the Deputy Editor of Hotpress, Stuart Clark.

Peadar Connolly is an Irish singer-songwriter and ethnomusicologist whose work sits at the intersection of the deeply personal and the cross-cultural. With Songlines-recognised production projects across Europe, he brings a rare combination of academic rigour and emotional immediacy to his music. He was a songwriter and performer for the runner-up entry in RTÉ's Eurosong 2024, and his debut single Codhlaím go Suan was praised by Hot Press as a "breathtaking debut," receiving coverage across Europe. Peadar Connolly returns with his newest single, The Feeling is Over - a lush and emotionally expansive pop-ballad exploring the quiet relief that can emerge after heartbreak. Written and arranged by Peadar and his ex-boyfriend, Mitchell Keely, the song traces the emotional terrain of a civil breakup: not its devastation, but the moments of release that follow. Finally saying the difficult things aloud. Leaving one another behind. Letting grief loosen its grip. And eventually realising that friendship may still remain. Initially written as a dance-pop track, the song took on an entirely new shape when Peadar brought it to Mitch. Together, the pair dismantled and rebuilt it into something quieter, more spacious, and emotionally honest. In an unusual twist, the breakup song itself became a symbol of what survived the relationship.

Georgia G is a 25-year-old singer/songwriter from Malahide, Dublin, now based in New York City. Writing songs for as long as she can remember, Georgia draws inspiration from artists including Sheryl Crow, Fleetwood Mac and Adele, blending elements of pop, indie rock with hints of country into her own vibrant sound. Georgia has been selected as Track of the Week multiple times, earning recognition for her infectious songwriting and distinctive sound. She has since sold out headline shows in both The Workman's Cellar and Whelan's, establishing herself as one of Dublin's exciting emerging live acts. Georgia was also chosen to perform as part of Hot Press' “Young & Emerging” series, where the magazine described her as a “hotly tipped” artist, while the Fingal Independent wrote that Georgia G is “about to take the music scene by storm.” Since then, Georgia has continued performing extensively across Ireland and the United States. In 2024, she performed on the Coca-Cola Stage at Electric Picnic, one of Ireland's biggest music festivals. In October, she also supported Aaron Rowe at a show connected with the Guinness Storehouse in Chicago. Now living in New York City, Georgia is currently playing a year-long residency in a Broadway bar while recording her debut EP before returning to Ireland for its release. Currently, she is working on music with producer Ollie Deacon-Lowpines (CMAT, Ailbhe Reddy) in a studio in Greenpoint, Brooklyn. The upcoming project captures the experience of moving to New York in your twenties — balancing ambition, heartbreak, nightlife and homesickness — while continuing to shape the explosive and emotionally honest sound Georgia G has become known for.

Today on the podcast I am joined by Darren and Kevin, who make up the Dublin Alt-Rock band, Alpine Skies!I'll be chatting with the lads about their debut album, Inspired Conflicts, which was released on the 176h of April and features such great songs like 'Walls', 'A Long Way' and 'By Your Side'.Across the album's ten tracks, themes of conflict and inspiration carry throughout, shaped by both the internal and external struggles (conflicts) that help shape and guide (inspire) relationships and life.I have been thoroughly enjoying this album since I first heard it, and if you don't take my word for how great it is, the album was also praised by Duran Duran's very own Simon Le Brun as well as praise from Hot Press, Fresh on the Net, and Red FM who have championed the band's atmospheric, emotionally charged sound.Alpine Skies on LinktreeOutsound at Sin E!Uncultivates live at Lost LaneSpaced W/ Dry Socket live at Lost Lane Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Waters returns to Hearts of Oak to discuss the fuel protests in Ireland involving farmers, hauliers, and building contractors. He examines the economic pressures on these groups, government policy responses, media coverage, and the wider context of national identity and sovereignty. John considers the protests as a potential basis for greater public unity and the emergence of new leadership. John Waters is an Irish writer and thinker, exploring themes from society's spirit to rock ‘n' roll, the human self, and modern life's meaning. Starting as a journalist with Hot Press in 1981, he went full-time in 1984, moving to Dublin. He tackled controversial issues like colonialism's impact and fathers' rights, writing for The Irish Times for 24 years until 2014. His articles now appear in First Things, The Spectator, and others. He's published ten books, including Give Us Back the Bad Roads (2018), reflecting on Ireland's cultural decline. A playwright, songwriter, husband, father, and lapsed agnostic, he was born in Roscommon, belongs to Sligo, and lives in Dublin. Connect with John... X                                 https://x.com/johnwaters2024 @johnwaters2024 SUBSTACK                https://johnwaters.substack.com/ WEBSITE                    https://www.johnwaters.ie/ Connect with Hearts of Oak…

We're reflecting today on the passing of one of Ireland's most iconic and distinctive musical voices — Moya Brennan.  Best known as the voice of Clannad and for her remarkable solo career, Moya's music helped shape the sound of Irish folk and Celtic music on a global stage.   She was also someone who Jackie Hayden from Hot Press has interviewed over the years, giving a unique insight into both her artistry and her journey through the music industry.  Jackie joins us now to look back on her life in music. 

A moment on today's show to highlight Emma's parent's VERY thorough updates from their holiday, Producer Callum shares the notes he took at the big Hot Press gig on Friday night and Fiona's not impressed with babymoon's happening in the third trimester of pregnancy!

Nuacht Mhall. Príomhscéalta na seachtaine, léite go mall.*Inniu an seachtú lá de mhí Feabhra. Is mise Liam Ó Brádaigh.An tseachtain seo, d'éirigh Peter Mandelson as Páirtí an Lucht Oibre agus as Teach na dTiarnaí sa Ríocht Aontaithe mar gheall ar a chuid nasc leis an maoinitheoir péidifileach, Jeffrey Epstein. Tá na póilíní ag fiosrú líomhaintí mí-iompair in oifig phoiblí, tar éis do ríomhphoist i gcomhaid Epstein a thug le fios gur chuir Mandelson faisnéis íogair margaidh ar aghaidh chuig Epstein nuair a bhí sé ina rúnaí gnó le linn na géarchéime airgeadais in 2009. Tá leithscéal gafa ag an bPríomh-Aire Keir Starmer le híospartaigh Jeffrey Epstein as “bréaga” an Tiarna Mandelson a chreidiúint agus as é a cheapadh mar ambasadóir na Ríochta Aontaithe sna Stáit Aontaithe.Rinneadh ceiliúradh ar chaoga bliain den iris cheoil Éireannach Hot Press Dé hAoine, le ceolchoirm speisialta sa 3Arena. I measc na gceoltóirí bhí Van Morrison, The Boomtown Rats, Clannad, Damien Dempsey, agus iar-uachtarán agus colúnaí fadtréimhseach Hot Press, Michael D. Higgins. Tá stair fhada ag Hot Press maidir le ceoltóirí Éireannacha a chur chun cinn. Díoladh an chéad eagrán i mí an Mheithimh 1977 ag féile Rac-Cheoil Mhic Chromtha.  Dúirt Niall Stokes, duine de bhunaitheoirí na hirise, gur leag siad amach ar dtús "iris a fhoilsiú a chuirfeadh dúshlán ar an dearcadh nach raibh fiúntas ealaíonta ag baint leis an bpopcheol."Tá turas i dTuaisceart Éireann críochnaithe ag an Uachtarán, Catherine Connolly. Is í seo an chéad turas oifigiúil dá cuid trasna na teorann ó bhuaigh sí an toghchán Uachtaránachta, ag comhlíonadh gealltanas toghcháin go mbeadh Tuaisceart Éireann ina chéad cheann scríbe oifigiúil. Le linn a hóráide in Ollscoil Uladh tráthnóna Dé Céadaoin, dúirt Connolly go bhfuil “ceacht” Thuaisceart Éireann “ag éirí níos tábhachtaí agus níos suntasaí” i "ndomhan atá, ar an drochuair, níos mó agus níos mó faoi chogadh agus míleatachas". *Léirithe ag Conradh na Gaeilge i Londain. Tá an script ar fáil i d'aip phodchraolta.*GLUAISmaoinitheoir - financierfaisnéis íogair - sensitive informationcolúnaí fadtréimhseach - longterm columnistfiúntas ealaíonta - artistic worthceann scríbe - destinationmíleatachas - militarism

Evelyn O'Rourke, Arts & Media Correspondent, looks back at the history of Hot Press magazine as it celebrates fifty years in business.

The 3Arena is the place to be tonight. Legendary Irish magazine Hot Press kicks off its 50-year celebrations with a massive gig featuring a whole host of Irish stars and a special appearance from Michael D Higgins. On this morning's Gift Grub, Ian caught up with our former president. Hit play now to hear the episode in full.

Paul hears from Stuart Clark of Hot Press about how Van Morrison, The Boomtown Rats, The Frames, Dermot Kennedy, The Cranberries, Imelda May, Picture This, Gavin James and even Michael D Higgins came together to make the mag's 50th extra special on Fri Feb 6th. See more here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Join KC us for an exciting chat with Stuart Clark from Hot Press. Stuart fills us in on the upcoming "History in the Making" concert at the Three Arena, celebrating 50 years of Hot Press with an electric lineup featuring legends like Van Morrison, Dermot Kennedy, and many more. Discover how this event is set to reflect the evolution of Irish music and support independent journalism. Don't miss out on the inside scoop and get your tickets before they fly off the shelves on Ticketmaste.ie

Duncan Maitland is a musician, singer and writer. He formed his first band The Flood, in 1985 and later joined the Irish band, Picturehouse, on the recommendation of the producer of David Gary and the Pixies, Ronnie Stone. Picturehouse recorded their debut album, "Shine Box" which included Duncan's song "Fan Club" described by the music journalist John Walshe from Hot Press as among the best songs never recorded by the Beatles. The band continued to tour Europe the following year, supporting bands like Bon Jovi , Meatloaf and the Coors and in 1998 began work on their second album "Karmarama" for which Duncan wrote many songs including "Sunburst" which went on to become the band's biggest record. Duncan worked with the Irish band Pugwash and recorded a number of albums with them, as well as recording and touring as a solo performer. He also recorded with XTC.Duncan Maitland is our guest in episode 553 of My Time Capsule and chats to Michael Fenton Stevens about the five things he'd like to put in a time capsule; four he'd like to preserve and one he'd like to bury and never have to think about again .Follow Duncan Maitland on Instagram @duncan.maitland.101 .Follow My Time Capsule on Instagram: @mytimecapsulepodcast & Twitter/X & Facebook: @MyTCpod .Follow Michael Fenton Stevens on Twitter/X: @fentonstevens & Instagram @mikefentonstevens .Produced and edited by John Fenton-Stevens for Cast Off Productions .Music by Pass The Peas Music .Artwork by matthewboxall.com .This podcast is proud to be associated with the charity Viva! Providing theatrical opportunities for hundreds of young people .To support this podcast, get all episodes ad-free and a bonus episode every Wednesday of "My Time Capsule The Debrief', please sign up here - https://mytimecapsule.supercast.com. All money goes straight into the making of the podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amidst the drone and missile strikes in Ukraine, music and the arts are still managing to survive and helping many, including kids, during the trauma of war. Chloe Craft, a reporter with HotPress is just back from Ukraine where she visited the Ukrainian Suzuki Association.

Today, after 14 years of serving as Uachtarán na hÉireann, Michael D. Higgins will step down as President. Outspoken, opinionated and even somewhat controversial in his time - he was a President who loved the arts, literature and the Irish language. But, how will he be remembered?Stuart Clark, Deputy editor of Hot Press, Avril Ryan, CEO of Gaisce - The President's Award, Leonie Cornelius, Garden Designer and author and more join Andrea to discuss.

Blue Niall (@blue_niall_) is a rapper, music producer, artist and designer from Dublin. His work has been featured by DUMMY Magazine, District Magazine, Nialler9, Polyester Magazine, Hot Press and RTÉ. Niall's work uses Celtic Mythology to explore modern Ireland and point to a future for a country in flux. His new project Oisín is focused on the experience of a returning emigrant to Ireland, and involves a retelling of the legend of Tír na nÓg. The first single “New Celtic Flow”, was premiered on Dearfxch TV Youtube channel and featured Celaviedmai. He runs a fortnightly show called Athbheochan on Dublin Digital Radio and music fundraising events of the same name. Niall's memes are also a cutting commentary on modern-day Ireland, weaving culture, history, language and music with his signature humourous, clever, original style.Bainigí taitneamh as an eipeasóid iontach seo - Enjoy this excellent episode! Grma, a chara - Thank you, friend!

A 1981 Thin Lizzy performance marked the beginning of Slane Castle's rise as a world-renowned music venue. The driving force behind it all was the visionary aristocrat and entrepreneur, Lord Henry Mountcharles, who passed away this week. Harry Crosbie and Niall Stokes, editor of Hot Press join the program to discuss.

Jess Young, an Irish artist based in London making waves in the pop scene. Mentored by music legends Tom Allom (Black Sabbath) and Nigel Heath (Downton Abbey), her unreleased single "Wasted" was featured on major shows like Cold Feet, Marriage, and a hit US Netflix drama. Her debut solo single “Wilderness” (produced by Jungleboi) earned airplay and praise like “That's got Bond theme written all over it.”. She's also been spotlighted by Hot Press as ‘one to watch.' Vocally, she draws comparisons to Madonna, Cyndi Lauper, and Stevie Nicks. Her track Heartbreak Vacation is an upbeat pop tune laced with a bass line and shimmering synths, and tells the true story of an artist's desperate attempt to remove herself from a toxic situation. It's a tale as old as time: Girl meets Boy, Girl recognizes Boy is a player, but it's too late and she's fallen for him and she can't get herself unstuck from him. Not until - she gets a ticket to an island far away to literally remove herself from the situation. Written with producer/ writer Mezz (James Blunt, Two Another) and up-and-coming pop star/ songwriter Michaela, Heartbreak Vacation is the first of a run of singles that Jess Young will be releasing in 2025 and 2026.

98FM's Cathal O'Sullivan and Irish Times advice columnist, and Hot Press movies editor, Roe McDermott sit down with Matt to go through all the biggest stories of week.From Donald Trump's bizarre AI Gaza video to the Tates' stateside visit and why Sophie and Jack have become such popular names. Get all the week's action by hitting 'Listen' here.

Roe McDermott, Movies Editor with Hotpress, joined Matt for this week's movies slot on The Last Word.She predicted who she thinks will win big at Sunday night's Academy Awards and discussed the release of “The Last Showgirl” starring Pamela Anderson.Matt and Roe also remembered the Oscar-winning actor Gene Hackman, whose death was announced on Thursday morning alongside his wife Betsy Arakawa.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear the conversation.

We're headed to the Garden State for this episode and talking with Michelle McCarthy, Founder & CEO of MCC Marketing Group. Michelle, who is based in Jersey City in the New York City market, tells us about her experience with launching her business and the excitement and challenges that come along with it. She emphasizes the importance of a strong network and tells us about some of her recent clients, including David Gilmour's sold out US tour, the Rock The Country festival series, and a sold-out reunion performance featuring the original Broadway cast of Anastasia, The Musical at Lincoln Center. She talks about her love of music and other passions which drive her and her focus of optimizing results and maximizing campaigns for her clients. We talk with Michelle about her career journey, which began in County Cork, Ireland, where she did marketing and promotions for arts festivals before moving to Dublin to work with Hot Press magazine and the Dublin Theatre Festival, eventually overseeing marketing for the RTÉ Concert Orchestra. Her work there led her to New York City, where she promoted shows at Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall before going on to spearhead marketing strategy for live entertainment at Prudential Center and Madison Square Garden Entertainment. You'll love all the great tips and conversations in this episode such as advice for those considering starting their own agency, the value of time off in recentering your path, and plenty of fun stories speckled throughout.Michelle McCarthy: LinkedIn | EmailMCC Marketing Group: Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn ––––––ADVENTURES IN VENUELANDFollow on Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, or X/TwitterLearn more about Event & Venue Marketing ConferenceMeet our team:Paul Hooper | Co-host, Booking, Branding & MarketingDave Redelberger | Co-host & Guest ResearchMegan Ebeck | Marketing, Design & Digital AdvertisingSamantha Marker | Marketing, Copywriting & PublicityCamille Faulkner | Audio Editing & MixingHave a suggestion for a guest or bonus episode? We'd love to hear it! Send us an email.

Stuart Clarke, Deputy Editor of Hot Press magazine on the death of Roberta Flack at the age of 88.

‘Warm and funny', Roe McDermott, movies editor with Hot Press, recommended the latest in the Bridget Jones series – Mad About The Boy. To catch the full conversation, press the play button on this page.

St. Patrick might be the most famous of the Irish saints...but he's far from the most interesting.In 2023, St. Brigid's Day was decreed a National Holiday in Ireland to honor Brigid. Over the millennia, this legendary woman has evolved into a figure encompassing myth, holy legend, pagan icon, and now modern feminist symbol.But who was Brigid, really? To answer that question, travel writer Nicola Brady set off around Ireland to see how she's celebrated, and she found that there's not one simple answer. Because, as with everything in Ireland, you never know quite what's around the corner.Listen for a story that takes you into forests and through time, from the windswept hills of Downpatrick to ancient cathedrals of Kildare. And you just might encounter some fire dancers, divine poetry, and even a miniature Batman on a bicycle...Thank you to everyone who featured in this episode: Judith Boyle from Boyle's Pub  Phil O'Shea from Solas Bhríde Tom McCutcheon from the Kildare Heritage Center Musicians Lisa Lambe and Moya Brennan Brigid Watson from Sustainable Journeys Ireland And poets Laura Murphy and Grainne Tobin. Also, much of the music you've heard in this episode was recorded live in St. Brigid's Cathedral. Thank you to Hot Press for helping with the recording and thanks to all the performers from that evening as well. And a big thanks to Paula O'Brien of Brigid 1500 for helping us onsite. The show was hosted by Nicola Brady, and you can find her work at NicolaBrady.com.And if you want to learn more about booking your own trip to experience the sights and attractions featured in this episode, go to Ireland.com or follow along on social media @Tourism Ireland.SOCIALShare the show with your friends! Subscribe to the podcast wherever you're listening, follow @armchairexplorerpodcast on Instagram and Facebook, and check out Armchair Explorer's website, armchair-explorer.com.CREDITSThis show was produced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry. Jason Paton recorded, mixed, and sound designed the show. Charles Tyrie helped with the editing. Jenny Allison and Aaron Millar produced it. Nicola Brady hosted and wrote it. Thanks so much.

St. Patrick might be the most famous of the Irish saints...but he's far from the most interesting. In 2023, St. Brigid's Day was decreed a National Holiday in Ireland to honor Brigid. Over the millennia, this legendary woman has evolved into a figure encompassing myth, holy legend, pagan icon, and now modern feminist symbol. But who was Brigid, really? To answer that question, travel writer Nicola Brady set off around Ireland to see how she's celebrated, and she found that there's not one simple answer. Because, as with everything in Ireland, you never know quite what's around the corner. Listen for a story that takes you into forests and through time, from the windswept hills of Downpatrick to ancient cathedrals of Kildare. And you just might encounter some fire dancers, divine poetry, and even a miniature Batman on a bicycle... Thank you to everyone who featured in this episode: Judith Boyle from Boyle's Pub  Phil O'Shea from Solas Bhríde Tom McCutcheon from the Kildare Heritage Center Musicians Lisa Lambe and Moya Brennan Brigid Watson from Sustainable Journeys Ireland And poets Laura Murphy and Grainne Tobin. Also, much of the music you've heard in this episode was recorded live in St. Brigid's Cathedral. Thank you to Hot Press for helping with the recording and thanks to all the performers from that evening as well. And a big thanks to Paula O'Brien of Brigid 1500 for helping us onsite. The show was hosted by Nicola Brady, and you can find her work at NicolaBrady.com. And if you want to learn more about booking your own trip to experience the sights and attractions featured in this episode, go to Ireland.com or follow along on social media @Tourism Ireland. SOCIAL Share the show with your friends! Subscribe to the podcast wherever you're listening, follow @armchairexplorerpodcast on Instagram and Facebook, and check out Armchair Explorer's website, armchair-explorer.com. CREDITS This show was produced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry. Jason Paton recorded, mixed, and sound designed the show. Charles Tyrie helped with the editing. Jenny Allison and Aaron Millar produced it. Nicola Brady hosted and wrote it. Thanks so much. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stuart Clarke, Deputy editor of Hot Press magazine discusses the death of music producer and composer Quincy Jones at the age of 91.

There's huge Irish interest in the big screen this week as the hotly anticipated ‘Small Things Like These' starring Cillian Murphy and Eileen Walsh hits cinemas.Also due for release this weekend is Steve McQueen's latest film ‘Blitz', set during World War II and starring Saoirse Ronan.Roe McDermott, Movies Editor with Hotpress, joined Matt to give her reviews.Hit the ‘Play' button on this page to hear their chat.

Stuart Clark is a leganed of the music journalism game. He has a rich history in the music industry, having worked with Radio Caroline and The Voice of Peace before moving to Ireland and joining Hot Press and over his remarkeable career has wined and dined the likes of Anthony Bourdain and Joe Elliot, eaten ant eggs in Syria and campaigned for the changing of the laws around drug use.In this week's episode he regales Gary and Gareth with his experiences with pirate radio, journalism and his opinion on the best cheese in ireland. Enjoy! If you have any Culinary Conundrums for the lads be sure to send them to the lads on food@goloudnow.com

Stuart Clarke, Deputy editor of Hot Press magazine, discusses the announcement made by Oasis about their reunion tour.

Stuart Clarke, Deputy editor of Hot Press magazine, on speculation of a 2025 Oasis reunion.

In Record Cultures: The Transformation of the U.S. Recording Industry (University of Michigan Press, 2020), Kyle Barnett tells the story of the smaller U.S. record labels in the 1920s that created the genres later to be known as blues, country, and jazz. Barnett also engages the early recording industry as entertainment media, considering the ways in which sound recording, radio, and film converge in the late 1920s. Record Cultures explores Gennett Records and jazz; race records, with a focus on the African American-owned Black Swan Records, as well as the white-owned Paramount Records; the origins of old-time music as a category that will become country; the growth of radio; the intersections of music and film; and the recording industry's challenges in the wake of the Great Depression. Kyle Barnett is Associate Professor of Media Studies in the Department of Communication at Bellarmine University. Kimberly Mack holds a Ph.D. in English from UCLA, and she is an Assistant Professor of African-American literature at the University of Toledo in Ohio. Her book, Fictional Blues: Narrative Self-Invention from Bessie Smith to Jack White, is forthcoming from the University of Massachusetts Press in December 2020. Mack is also a music critic who has contributed her work to national and international publications, including Music Connection, Relix, Village Voice, PopMatters, and Hot Press. She published a 2019 essay for Longreads titled “Johnny Rotten, My Mom, and Me.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/african-american-studies

In Record Cultures: The Transformation of the U.S. Recording Industry (University of Michigan Press, 2020), Kyle Barnett tells the story of the smaller U.S. record labels in the 1920s that created the genres later to be known as blues, country, and jazz. Barnett also engages the early recording industry as entertainment media, considering the ways in which sound recording, radio, and film converge in the late 1920s. Record Cultures explores Gennett Records and jazz; race records, with a focus on the African American-owned Black Swan Records, as well as the white-owned Paramount Records; the origins of old-time music as a category that will become country; the growth of radio; the intersections of music and film; and the recording industry's challenges in the wake of the Great Depression. Kyle Barnett is Associate Professor of Media Studies in the Department of Communication at Bellarmine University. Kimberly Mack holds a Ph.D. in English from UCLA, and she is an Assistant Professor of African-American literature at the University of Toledo in Ohio. Her book, Fictional Blues: Narrative Self-Invention from Bessie Smith to Jack White, is forthcoming from the University of Massachusetts Press in December 2020. Mack is also a music critic who has contributed her work to national and international publications, including Music Connection, Relix, Village Voice, PopMatters, and Hot Press. She published a 2019 essay for Longreads titled “Johnny Rotten, My Mom, and Me.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In Record Cultures: The Transformation of the U.S. Recording Industry (University of Michigan Press, 2020), Kyle Barnett tells the story of the smaller U.S. record labels in the 1920s that created the genres later to be known as blues, country, and jazz. Barnett also engages the early recording industry as entertainment media, considering the ways in which sound recording, radio, and film converge in the late 1920s. Record Cultures explores Gennett Records and jazz; race records, with a focus on the African American-owned Black Swan Records, as well as the white-owned Paramount Records; the origins of old-time music as a category that will become country; the growth of radio; the intersections of music and film; and the recording industry's challenges in the wake of the Great Depression. Kyle Barnett is Associate Professor of Media Studies in the Department of Communication at Bellarmine University. Kimberly Mack holds a Ph.D. in English from UCLA, and she is an Assistant Professor of African-American literature at the University of Toledo in Ohio. Her book, Fictional Blues: Narrative Self-Invention from Bessie Smith to Jack White, is forthcoming from the University of Massachusetts Press in December 2020. Mack is also a music critic who has contributed her work to national and international publications, including Music Connection, Relix, Village Voice, PopMatters, and Hot Press. She published a 2019 essay for Longreads titled “Johnny Rotten, My Mom, and Me.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

On the show this week - Ellie wants to know what filters or modifications you would add to video games to make them more enjoyable for yourself. Chris wants us to rate ourselves as if we were Sims. And Guy has the winner of our Pro X Superlight 2 mouse all thanks to Logitech!Follow us here - https://linktr.ee/extremelycasualgamers This is a Frank Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

St. Patrick might be the most famous of the Irish saints...but he's far from the most interesting. In 2023, St. Brigid's Day was decreed a National Holiday in Ireland to honor Brigid. Over the millennia, this legendary woman has evolved into a figure encompassing myth, holy legend, pagan icon, and now modern feminist symbol. But who was Brigid, really? To answer that question, travel writer Nicola Brady set off around Ireland to see how she's celebrated, and she found that there's not one simple answer. Because, as with everything in Ireland, you never know quite what's around the corner. Listen for a story that takes you into forests and through time, from the windswept hills of Downpatrick to ancient cathedrals of Kildare. And you just might encounter some fire dancers, divine poetry, and even a miniature Batman on a bicycle... Thank you to everyone who featured in this episode: Judith Boyle from Boyle's Pub  Phil O'Shea from Solas Bhríde Tom McCutcheon from the Kildare Heritage Center Musicians Lisa Lambe and Moya Brennan Brigid Watson from Sustainable Journeys Ireland And poets Laura Murphy and Grainne Tobin. Also, much of the music you've heard in this episode was recorded live in St. Brigid's Cathedral. Thank you to Hot Press for helping with the recording and thanks to all the performers from that evening as well. And a big thanks to Paula O'Brien of Brigid 1500 for helping us onsite. The show was hosted by Nicola Brady, and you can find her work at NicolaBrady.com. And if you want to learn more about booking your own trip to experience the sights and attractions featured in this episode, go to Ireland.com or follow along on social media @Tourism Ireland. SOCIAL Share the show with your friends! Subscribe to the podcast wherever you're listening, follow @armchairexplorerpodcast on Instagram and Facebook, and check out Armchair Explorer's website, armchair-explorer.com. CREDITS This show was produced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry. Jason Paton recorded, mixed, and sound designed the show. Charles Tyrie helped with the editing. Jenny Allison and Aaron Millar produced it. Nicola Brady hosted and wrote it. Thanks so much. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

St. Patrick might be the most famous of the Irish saints...but he's far from the most interesting.In 2023, St. Brigid's Day was decreed a National Holiday in Ireland to honor Brigid. Over the millennia, this legendary woman has evolved into a figure encompassing myth, holy legend, pagan icon, and now modern feminist symbol. But who was Brigid, really? To answer that question, travel writer Nicola Brady set off around Ireland to see how she's celebrated, and she found that there's not one simple answer. Because, as with everything in Ireland, you never know quite what's around the corner. Listen for a story that takes you into forests and through time, from the windswept hills of Downpatrick to ancient cathedrals of Kildare. And you just might encounter some fire dancers, divine poetry, and even a miniature Batman on a bicycle...Thank you to everyone who featured in this episode: Judith Boyle from Boyle's Pub  Phil O'Shea from Solas Bhríde Tom McCutcheon from the Kildare Heritage Center Musicians Lisa Lambe and Moya Brennan Brigid Watson from Sustainable Journeys Ireland And poets Laura Murphy and Grainne Tobin. Also, much of the music you've heard in this episode was recorded live in St. Brigid's Cathedral. Thank you to Hot Press for helping with the recording and thanks to all the performers from that evening as well. And a big thanks to Paula O'Brien of Brigid 1500 for helping us onsite. The show was hosted by Nicola Brady, and you can find her work at NicolaBrady.com.And if you want to learn more about booking your own trip to experience the sights and attractions featured in this episode, go to Ireland.com or follow along on social media @Tourism Ireland.SOCIALShare the show with your friends! Subscribe to the podcast wherever you're listening, follow @armchairexplorerpodcast on Instagram and Facebook, and check out Armchair Explorer's website, armchair-explorer.com.CREDITSThis show was produced by Armchair Productions, the audio experts for the travel industry. Jason Paton recorded, mixed, and sound designed the show. Charles Tyrie helped with the editing. Jenny Allison and Aaron Millar produced it. Nicola Brady hosted and wrote it. Thanks so much.

SUMMARY Unseen Paul builds on our earlier episodes by sharing even more quotes, stories, and insights about young Paul McCartney, who deserves a nuanced and dynamic portrait in any Beatles biography. We explore some of his more overlooked character traits: his quirks and gifts; his stressors and anxieties; his unusual interests and values. These features reveal him as a fascinatingly dualistic artist and person. SOURCES Paul McCartney: the Definitive Biography by Chris Salewicz (1986) The Beatles by Bob Spitz (2005) “Portrait of Paul” Women Magazine by Mike McCartney (1965) Magical Mystery Tours: My Time with the Beatles by Tony Bramwell (2006) Many Years From Now by Barry Miles (1997) Thank U Very Much by Mike McCartney Paul McCartney on Howard Stern (2021) “A Political Paul” Interview w/ Jonathan Powers for Prospect Magazine (Jan 17, 2009) Paul McCartney interview w/ Hot Press magazine (2002) Maureen Cleave “Intelligent Beatle” “Mockers” Interview https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9e6zHA6eOY&t=116s The Beatles Authorized Biography by Hunter Davies (1968) The Beatles diary: Volume 1 by Barry Miles (2001) BBC Interview “dyslexia”  (October 4, 1997) https://www.effinghamradio.com/2023/06/15/happy-birthday-paul-mccartney-2 Angie McCartney Interview w/ Geoffrey Guiliano (1984) https://www.tumblr.com/pleasantlyinsincere/697307027602571264/angie-and-ruth-mccartney-on-saying-i-love-you-in?source=share Mike McCartney; Beatles Book Monthly Magazine (1992) Paul McCartney for New York Times Magazine (2020) THE LYRICS by Paul McCartney and Paul Muldoon (2021) Icke, Evelyn Hamann und die Beatles: Eine Art Biografie by Hans “Icke” Braun (2019) A Cellar Full of Noise by Brian Epstein (1964) Allan Williams quote from Music Legends The Beatles Special Edition by The Rock Review Music Legends Library (Sept 2, 2019) https://issuu.com/codarecordsltd/docs/music_legends_beatles_special_edition Interview w/ Horst Fascher for Deutschlandfunk Kultur (2006) Astrid Kirchherr Interviewed by Colin Hall for Get Rhythm (August 2001) PLAYLIST Stairway to Paradise SARAH VAUGHAN 4 Pointers 1 TREVOR DUNCAN Fine and Mellow ETTA JONES Welcome to My World JIM REEVES El Paso MARTY ROBBINS You Go To My Head BILLIE HOLIDAY Nature Boy NAT KING COLE Black and White EARL ROBINSON My Bucket's Got a Hole in it HANK WILLIAMS Spoonful HOWLIN WOLF Since I Don't Have You THE SKYLINERS Perhaps DORIS DAY Lonesome Town RICKY NELSON Love to Love NINA SIMONE