Paul Heaton at 3Arena: bastardised Celtic pop gets the crowd going as a mellifluous voice stands the test of time
The anorak is gone, as is some of the nonchalance, but everyone keeps remarking that the voice hasn’t changed
Japanese Breakfast: For Melancholy Brunettes (& Sad Women) review – Melody and vulnerability in beautiful equilibrium
By Ed Power
Ethan Iverson at Triskel review: Jazz pianist shows off his harmonic elegance, delicate touch and winningly relaxed manner
Cork venue also hosts outstanding quintet led by trombonist, composer and Cork music hero Paul Dunlea
Steven Wilson: The Overview review – A wonderful album infused with the spirit of Dark Side of the Moon and Wish You Were Here
By Ed Power
Gracie Abrams in Dublin review: No nepo-baby here. A real star stands before us
Armed with an acoustic guitar and her breathy vocals, Abrams proves herself worthy of star status
By Ella Sloane
Lady Gaga: Mayhem review – An awkward attempt to re-create the magic of Bad Romance and Born This Way
By Ed Power
Lisa: Alter Ego review – Blackpink superstar’s solo debut is a clumsy lurch towards pop maximalism
By Ed Power
Clairo at 3Olympia: Whispery vocals and piano licks make a seamless transition from bedroom to jazz club
The US singer-songwriter’s development is clear from this performance, although it’s occasionally hard to see
Neil Young: Oceanside Countryside review – The sunny side of one of rock’s stormiest musicians
By Ed Power
Snow Patrol at 3Arena review: ‘Am I about to die?’ Gary Lightbody nearly plunges from the stage in a thrilling Dublin show
Gripping gig is thoughtfully paced with blitz of singles followed by a pivot into slower, more introspective numbers
By Ed Power
Sturgill Simpson at Vicar Street: Cosmic country maverick lets his superb music do the talking
It’s early days, but Simpson’s performance at Dublin's Vicar Street is a contender for ‘gig of the year’
By Pat Carty
Pantera live in Dublin review: Growling vocals, crowd surfing and mosh pits. This gig was worth the wait
Thirty-two years after Pantera last played Dublin, Phil Anselmo owns the stage
Manic Street Preachers: Critical Thinking review – Consistency in a world gone mad, drab and sad
By Ed Power
Dervish Present the Great Irish Songbook review: Breathing exceptional life into old standards
Amplifying the Irish song tradition at the National Concert Hall is a welcome pitstop on the band’s winding career path
By Siobhán Long
Mogwai: The Bad Fire review – Plenty of gruff authenticity, plus a moment that spears your heart
By Ed Power
Lisa O’Neill at the Gate: Story-telling artist has never sounded better
Legacy and history weave through this singular performance, which resonates long after it ends
By Siobhán Kane
Lyle Lovett in Dublin review: Rich reminder of a stellar songwriting talent
With his acoustic band, this idiosyncratic musician displays the extraordinary breadth and depth of his talent
By Siobhán Long
David Gray: Dear Life review – Lean into this raw, bumpy album. It’s well worth the effort
By Ed Power
Timothée Chalamet: A Complete Unknown soundtrack review – In what world does this Dylanless Bob Dylan album make sense?
By Ed Power
Skinner: New Wave Vaudeville – Spasmodic shot of art rock walks the tightrope between high culture and backstreet scuzz
By Ed Power
One Leg One Eye review: Forget Fairytale of New York. This is a soundtrack of the real Irish Christmas
Ian Lynch and George Brennan offer a wonderful ghost-train ride through droning electronica, warped uilleann pipes and spirals of unfiltered noise
By Ed Power
The Pogues at 3Arena: Applause rang out into the night, the crowd singing their way out on to the quays
A stacked line-up including members of Fontaines DC, Lankum and The Mary Wallopers delivers a brilliantly infectious performance
By Una Mullally
The 2 Johnnies Christmas Party at 3Arena: It’s easy to sneer at the triteness and crudeness, but are 13,000 happy fans wrong?
Support for the podcast stars, whose guests include Marty Morrissey, Nathan Carter and Dustin the Turkey, is fanatical
The Coronas at 3Olympia: Arms swaying, hands clapping, confetti flying – loyal Dublin fans lap it up
Frontman Danny O’Reilly flashes his pearly whites and engages fans with a night of energetic theatrics
By Ella Sloane
Tori Amos: Diving Deep Live – An A-grade tour of the singer’s lesser-spotted B-sides and deep cuts
By Ed Power
Fontaines DC at 3Arena: Masterly, compelling display as ‘the gall of Fine Gael and the fail of Fianna Fáil’ fills the air
How good can Fontaines DC get? At first of two Dublin concerts they answer that question with aplomb
By Una Mullally
Lauren Mayberry: Vicious Creature – Chvrches singer’s solo debut balances weighty lyrics with quirky melodies and clipped beats
Culture Club in Dublin: Do You Really Want to Hurt Me sends them wild, but the Boy George show peaks too early
George Alan O’Dowd is now returning to the band that made him famous in the first place, as Culture Club reunite to launch a tour by the Dublin docks in 3Arena
By Éamon Sweeney
Other Voices 2024: Laura Marling enraptures, Kojaque surprises. It can only be Dingle’s essential festival
What audiences are told before gigs at St James’ Church says it all: turn off your phone and just be in the moment
By Una Mullally
Belfast Philharmonic Society marks 150th anniversary with outstanding performance of Elijah
Choir re-creates first concert with Mendelssohn at Ulster Hall, featuring soloists Ben McAteer, Elinor Rolfe Johnson, Claire Barnett-Jones and Dean Power
By David Byers
Vampire Weekend in Dublin review: A head-spinning performance worthy of all the greats
The New York band return to Ireland after five years with a bang and clatter of afrobeats to open their European tour in the 3Arena
Anohni at the National Concert Hall review: A night of nourishing melancholia conjuring an ocean of warmth
In homage to Lou Reed, Anohni gives late musician’s work the creative approach she feels it deserves
By Ed Power
U2: How to Re-Assemble an Atomic Bomb track by track review – Hold on to your mirror shades for classic moments and wigged-out curios
By Ed Power
The Script at 3Arena review: Danny O’Donoghue thanks crowd for ‘getting us through the worst part of our lives’
Lightsabers, smoke and hysteric shrieks accompany front man onstage of sold-out 3arena
Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds at 3Arena: Thrilling, pulsating and stunning performance from restless prince of gloom
Nick Cave: Interplay between singer and instrument-bashing foil Warren Ellis helps to drive this spectacular show
By Ed Power
Sepultura in Dublin review: the mosh pit heaves as Brazilian heavy metalers rock up a storm on farewell tour
Review: ‘Do you want to hear the older stuff?’ Sepultura singer Derek Green asks the crowd at sold out show as the band celebrate 40 years
The Corrs at 3Arena review: joyous comeback night packed with golden hits and pristine pop
Review: The Ireland’s most celebrated sibling band arrive as if they had something to prove and defiantly remind fans why they fell for their charms in the first placeThe
Primal Scream: Come Ahead – Bobby Gillespie and company return with a sorely disappointing album
Alan Sparhawk at Opium review: A visceral and deeply impressionistic show
Low frontman manages to convey a sense of generosity and playfulness in the face of loss
By Siobhán Kane
Lizzy McAlpine in Dublin: The singer’s enchanting voice holds the spotlight
The TikTok star captivates with a largely pared-back set, yet the show could benefit from more of the theatrical
Max Richter in Dublin: Stunning show moves from gripping In a Landscape re-creation to breathtaking Blue Notebooks moments
On the first of two evenings, the composer leads his ensemble through first his new album and then his Iraq War ‘protest record’
By Ed Power
The 4 of Us: Crescent Nights – As evocative and well-crafted as anything Brendan and Declan Murphy have done
Kneecap at Vicar Street: A thrilling gig testament to their talents as rappers, ravers and conjurors of chaos
The vibe is one of community and solidarity, framed by love of the Irish language and irreverent humour
By Ed Power
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