Thursday, March 8th
We kick off our opening night gala with the premier of PARKED. Directed by Darragh Byrne.
Fred lives a quiet, isolated life in his car, having lost all hope of improving his situation. That all changes when he forms an unlikely friendship with Cathal, a dope-smoking 21-year-old with a positive attitude, who becomes his ‘neighbour’. Sharing laughs, and the hard times too, Fred and Cathal find the simple, free pleasures of life
2012 Opening night Gala!
Parked
Friday, March 9th
All shows: $15 in advance. $ 20 at the door day of show
Duke Special
Duke Special, a.k.a. Peter Wilson, is a Belfast artist with an unique sound, often referred to as ‘vaudeville’. His songs are shaped by an omnipresent piano, harps, brass, strings and – his trademark on stage – an old gramophone. The result are very romantic and passionate little hymns with the Duke’s soft vocals.
RAMS Pocket Radio
RAMS’ will be joining the mighty Snow Patrol and the brilliant Everything Everything on 3 of their arena shows. RAMS’ pocket radio is Peter McCauley, a drummer, pianist, jack-of-all and songwriter. Unfettered personal expression is the impetus of the project and with the works of the 1950′s product designer, Dieter Rams, in mind – purity, simplicity and longevity are the first concerns.
The Clatty Lads
These Lads are an American Folk Rock band that formed in New York, NY in 2008. Achieving an impressive mix of sounds and atmospheres ranging from breezy summer evening vibes to wistful, introspective hip-hop and moving, thoughtful country; The Clatty Lads’ easy-going groove and effortlessly soulful vocals permeate the infectious, laid-back feel while an uncanny sense of emotion combines with a modern folk-rock sensibility to create a truly eloquent and enjoyable listening experience.
Saturday, March 10th
Rubberbandits
With their debut album “Serious About Men” on track to be the biggest Irish release this Christmas and new single Spoiling Ivan clocking up the views, the Rubberbandits have just announced a trio of live shows in Dublin, London and New York in the first week of March 2012. Mr. Chrome and Blindboy Boatclub with Dj Willie O’Deajay (He’s not their father, he’s their mothers boyfriend) kick off the globetrotting escapades with the Academy in Dublin on Thursday 1st March 2012.
The Minutes
The Minutes, and their new single Black Keys is as enjoyable as watching someone smoke an uppercut to the cheek while riding a razr scooter. I don’t know much about these fuckers, but I was immediately okay with feeling miffed for a few seconds.
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