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O2 Making Waves is a showcase for the best new Irish musical talent in the country. The show features interviews and tracks from a
different artist each week available free every Friday from PodcastingIreland.ie (copyright of Athena Media).
40 Podcasts:
 1. lights.mp3 (played 37 times)
2. theaftermath.mp3 (played 35 times)
3. littlenightmare.mp3 (played 34 times)
4. grasshopper.mp3 (played 34 times)
5. weshouldbedead.mp3 (played 31 times)
6. paulhourican.mp3 (played 35 times)
7. largemound.mp3 (played 34 times)
8. newamusement.mp3 (played 35 times)
9. jadedsun.mp3 (played 33 times)
10. greenlights.mp3 (played 35 times)
11. travega.mp3 (played 34 times)
12. seneca.mp3 (played 35 times)
13. theinfomatics.mp3 (played 37 times)
14. robsmith.mp3 (played 35 times)
15. eamonnmccormack.mp3 (played 37 times)
16. grandpocketorchestra.mp3 (played 33 times)
17. cowboyx.mp3 (played 36 times)
18. blindfriday.mp3 (played 37 times)
19. rotierney.mp3 (played 35 times)
20. blacksoulstrangers.mp3 (played 33 times)
21. alankavanagh.mp3 (played 34 times)
22. mariadoylekennedy.mp3 (played 34 times)
23. ash.mp3 (played 32 times)
24. sundrive.mp3 (played 35 times)
25. televisionroom.mp3 (played 34 times)
26. aslan.mp3 (played 30 times)
27. luanparle.mp3 (played 32 times)
28. thecoronas.mp3 (played 35 times)
29. noisecontrol.mp3 (played 33 times)
30. theredneckmanifesto.mp3 (played 33 times)
31. lila.mp3 (played 34 times)
32. drycounty.mp3 (played 33 times)
33. kopek.mp3 (played 33 times)
34. dukespecial.mp3 (played 38 times)
35. superjimenez.mp3 (played 33 times)
36. alazarussoul.mp3 (played 33 times)
37. thelaundryshop.mp3 (played 33 times)
38. thekybosh.mp3 (played 33 times)
39. darkroomnotes.mp3 (played 33 times)
40. thepopularfront.mp3 (played 32 times)
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O2 Making Waves 28th Nov '08 - The Amazing Few
The Amazing Few play psycho pop, a unique style of energetic music celebrating the imagination! The Amazing Few are a 2-12 piece band who together have devised the liveliest music to express their unique form of storytelling. The wildly different, excitable songwriting has been compared to Frank Zappa and The Clash amongst others. It's fast, quirky and punk at heart. Fresh from headlining this year's Dublin Fringe Festival, Kieron and Dan drop by in an attempt to explain what their lyrics are really about and what their future plans are. Catch them talking to Richie Chakra on O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie and email in any comments you have to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 21st Nov'08 - The Hot Sprockets
The Hot Sprockets are one of the hardest working bands in Dublin. The past two years have seen The Hot Sprockets play over 200 gigs, with a number of high profile support slots, including The View and Republic of Loose. They're blues rock with a healthy dose of attitude; The Hot Sprockets do 'country dirt' - Dublin style. With influences from The Stooges through to Chuck Berry and Led Zeppelin, theirs is a heady brew of diverse and energetic sounds. Catch them talking to Claire O'Dowd here on O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie and feel free to email in any thoughts or comments to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 14th Nov'08 - The Gorgeous Colours Revisited
The Gorgeousness of five-piece indie rock band, The Gorgeous Colours, can now be heard in their self titled album which was released last month. In their nine tracks, the listener is presented with a mixture of melancholy and infectious, upbeat tunes guaranteed to leave you wanting to hear more. According to Hotpress magazine 'it would take a person with a corpse-like stiffness not to be drawn into their triumphant performance'. Today we are joined in studio by two members of the band - Neil Smyth and Philip O' Gorman. You can listen to their interview on O2 Making Waves with Claire O' Dowd at www.podcastingireland.ie, and feel free to email any comments about the band or the show to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 07th Nov'08 - Carly Sings
Described as 'hard edged easy listening', Carly Sings (aka Carly Blackman) is a multi instrumentalist brought up in both Wicklow and France. While studying journalism, she decided to turn her talent to songwriting and pursue a career in music. Her debut album 'The Glove Thief' has been described as retro, bizarre and incredibly beautiful. She is a noughties girl with a wonderfully off-kilter take on modern situations. Catch her speaking to Claire O'Dowd on O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie, and email in any comments to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 31st Oct'08 - Armoured Bear
Armoured Bear frontman Anthony Noonan has been playing the drums in various bands since the age of 13. But when he decided that wasn't enough and picked up the guitar, piano and bass his world was never the same again. Armed with these tools he went solo for a while but decided the solitary singer-songwriter life wasn't for him and recorded an album under the name Armoured Bear. He then drafted in some high calibre musicians to form the rest of the lineup and the boys gave the songs a new life. The rest, as they say, is history. With the West Cork outfit combining soothing arrangements and melodies in the vein of Simon and Garfunkel and Kings Of Convenience, and now armed with their debut album, Armoured Bear set forth to battle with an armoury of talent that is the envy of many. Listen to their interview with Rory Dungan on O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie. Please feel free to email makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie if you have any comments or questions about Armoured Bear or the show.
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O2 Making Waves 24th Oct'08 - Duke Special Revisited
Duke Special is back to join us on O2 Making Waves a year later, and back with a new album. 'I Never Thought This Day Would Come' is an inspirational, bright and energetic collection of new sounds from this charasmatic performer. He said he wanted to do something different, and different it is. The new album continues to defy genre and to embody influences old and new. Listen in here to a Duke Speciality interview with Claire O'Dowd at www.podcastingireland.ie. We have five copies of Duke's new album to give away! Simply listen in to the podcast and name one track from Duke Special's new album 'I Never Thought This Day Would Come'. Email your answers to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 17th Oct'08 - Robotnik
Robotnik is very far from your average musician. He lives in a world far removed from ours where he conjures up madcap notions and ideas and turns them into songs and videos. His refreshing zest and innovation deserve the ever growing audience to which they're finally being exposed. With some heavy influence from early Beck and elements of Eels and Sparklehorse thrown into the mix, Robotnik charges forward ambitiously with his own brand of humour and ingenuity. In a world where many musicians take themselves far too seriously, this is a man who, with the quality of his musical output, probably should take himself as seriously as the next man. But why would you get bogged down in heavy seriousness when you can make music this good, with a smile on your face? Feel free to drop us a line at makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie with your thoughts and opinions.
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O2 Making Waves 10th Oct'08 - The Dagger Lees
With a voice that would knock your knees up into your armpits at a live show and a wonderfully dirty bluesy edge to their music, The Dagger Lees have loudly announced themselves on the Irish music scene. With their debut single going in to the Irish Indie charts at No.5 and their music already featuring on an American motion picture, their progress promises to be every bit as pleasing as their sound. Some compare them to The Von Bondies, others to The White Stripes, but whatever you think of them, you'll be hard pushed to find anybody with a better, more booming vocalist in this country than lead singer Donna! Please feel free to email any comments on The Dagger Lees and the show to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 03rd Oct'08 - Guggenheim Grotto
The Guggenheim Grotto are this week's featured artist on O2 Making Waves-the definitive Irish music podcast show. Dublin-based trio The Guggenheim Grotto have enjoyed phenomenal success not only in Ireland but across the Atlantic also. Having signed with a New York City based label, The Guggenheim Grotto toured the States with their debut album "Waltzing Alone". The band received exceptional airplay in the States and it wasn't long before "Waltzing Alone" soared to the number 1 most downloaded folk album on iTunes. Now, back in Ireland, the Guggenheim Grotto are promoting the release of their eagerly awaited second album, "Happy the Man". Mick and Kevin recently dropped into the studio to discuss the band's latest album, life on the road and what the future holds. Catch them on O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie and email in any comments you have to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 26th Sep'08 - The Funeral Suits
The Funeral Suits are this week's featured artist on O2 Making Waves; the weekly podcast show where we showcase the best in new emerging Irish music. Brian, Michael and Greg make up a trio that is The Funeral Suits. Having gigged all over Dublin in venues such as Crawdaddy and Whelans, The Funeral Suits recently released their debut EP, "Oh Dear". The four track EP is out now and is available from Tower Records or online at roadrecs.com. Catch them on O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie and email in any comments you have to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 19th Sep'08 - The Dudley Corporation
Alternative rock group, The Dudley Corporation, formed in 1999 and have been compared to the likes of Pavement and Dinosaur Jr. The group have established themselves as one of Dublin's most exciting live acts never failing to deliver bundles of raw energy and passion to the stage. Having toured the UK, America and Iceland to name but a few countries, The Dudley Corporation treat every gig as a unique opportunity to "rock out". With their latest Album, "Year of The Husband", you can expect more of the same "walls of noise with a controlled indie aesthetic". Playing alongside such groups as Low, has earned the group the respect of crowds the world over. Front man Dudley recently dropped into the studio to discuss the band's latest album, life on the road and what the future holds. Catch them on O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie and email in any comments you have to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 12th Sep'08 - Distractors
Distractors began when Robbie, Karl, Ciaran and Andy came together in the Summer of 2006 with the mutual aim to write a couple of songs, play some gigs and most importantly to enjoy doing it. Having mixed their tracks at Big Mushroom Studios in Manchester with Jim Spencer, a producer renowned for his work with The Charlatans, New Order and Johnny Marr, Distractors are very much a band in it for the music. Since being signed to Monkey Clock Records they have released amazing songs such as Conversation Killer and Poet or Prophet. Lead Vocalist Karl Elworthy and Guitarist Ciaran Kavanagh recently dropped into the studio to have a sit-down with us and to chat about the release of their forthcoming release "Manly with a Stanley" and what they've got lined up for the future. Catch them on O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie and email in any comments you have to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 05th Sep'08 - Offshore
Offshore are a five piece band from Swords North County Dublin, Over the last three years they have worked our way through the Dublin gig scene playing venues such as The Button Factory, the Village and Whelan's among many others all culminating in the band's first appearance in the respected Hard Working Class Heroes Festival last year at the POD.
Over the last three months Offshore have been locked away in the studio recording three new tracks only turning their attention to one other project which was the Phantom FM Battle Of The Bands, With two very successful heat wins in January and April a sold out night at The Academy on May 1st saw Offshore declared the winner of the competition.Catch them on O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie and email us
in any comments you have to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 29th August'08 - Glenn and the Floorshow
Glenn and the floorshow established themselves a year ago and have shaked the jazzed up rock floor boards ever since. Hailing from different bands they have now honed their sound to form their revolved floor show of today and haven't looked back since. Al and Dave recently joined Gillian Quinn in the studio for a quick chat. Catch them on O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie and email us in any comments you have to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 22th August'08 - Leonard's Corner
Leonard's Corner began playing together in Blaney's garage, in Harold's Cross in late 2006. Since that time they have played venues all across Dublin. The 5 piece, bar backing vocalist Sally, went to school together and each played in various rock bands, and it wasn't until leaving school that guitarist, Chris and frontman Blaney laid the foundations for today's musical outfit.
Striving for bigger and better things Leonard's Corner has been busy in the studio over the past 12 months. Currently focusing on releasing their first single this year the lads drop by for a quick chat. Catch them on O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie and email us in any comments you have to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 15th August'08 - Sickboy
Sickboy have established themselves as one of the most exciting unsigned bands in Dublin at the moment. With a live show that has been described as "raw in your face" and as a "show you won't forget in a hurry", Sickboy are on a mission; to prove a point that they are a band to be seen, heard, adored and remembered.Check out the band's website at www.myspace.com/sickboyofficial and be sure to email us in any comments you have to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie. Enjoy!
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O2 Making Waves 8th August'08 - Summer Compilation
This is O2 Making Waves, a channel of the best new Irish music and artists on the planet - available every Friday on podcastingireland.ie. As you already know, we here at O2 Making Waves work around the clock to bring you all the best in new and upcoming Irish music through our popular weekly podcasts. We recently decided that it would be a great idea to put together a bit of a compilation podcast, to show off a couple of the best new bands who've been kind enough to drop in to our studio for a few choice words. We hope you enjoy this little detour from the regular podcast. We'll be back next week with all the usual great new music. Be sure to visit the website at www.podcastingireland.ie for all the latest O2 Making Waves podcasts and if you're bored check out our podcast quiz available from www.podcastingireland.ie/quiz
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O2 Making Waves 1st August'08 - Nova Static
Nova static are an alternative rock act based in Laois, described as "one of the best original acts in the county". Having existed in some form for a number of years, the current line-up of Dara, Daniel, Brian and Stephen all came together at the tail end of 2006. Making their live debut in February 2007, the band has followed an upward trajectory ever since; quickly developing a more mature sound; appearing regularly at venues around the country; securing support slots with acts such as the coronas and republic of loose. 2008 looks to be another busy year for nova static; having embraced their more eclectic influences, the band are looking forward to playing lots of shows in lots of places, further recordings, festival dates and media appearances. Catch them on O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie and email us in any comments you have to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 25th July'08 - Alyanya
Alyanya's Myspace biography only contains two words; "I Am", yet these sparse syllables manage to speak volumes about this bright young woman's enchanting musical direction. A native of Dublin, Alyanya first laid her hands on the ivory of a piano at age seven and has since gone on to study jazz at the Newpark College of Music as well as travelling the globe to showcase her music and art (didn't we mention that she also paints?) in such far-flung destinations as Australia, Rajasthan and Goa. Alyanya can often be caught teaming up with fellow singer/songwriter, and Making Waves alumnus, Jenny Lindfors to play as part of a loose posse of musicians called the Happy Gang. Alyanya recently lowered herself into the murky depths of our studio and met up with Gillian Quinn for a quick chat.
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O2 Making Waves 18th July'08 - Le Galaxie
High energy, electro rock group, Le Galaxie are a 4 man band consisting of Michael Pope and Anthony Hyland on guitar, Alastair Higgins on drums and David McGloughlin on bass. A regular to the stages of many of the best venues across the country such as Whelan's and Crawdaddy in Dublin, Dolan's in Limerick and The Roisin Dubh in Galway, Le Galaxie have recently released their second single "We Bleed the Blood of Androids". They've received rave reviews from the likes of State magazine who call their music "wholesome and gorgeous" with the feel of a '60s sci-fi movie', and Hot Press describe the new single as a "fine example as any of their spaced out, sci-fi inspired sonic explorations while still managing to retain the organic warmth that's rare to find in electronica." One of the band members, Al Higgins popped into our studios to chat with 02 Making Waves presenter Gillian Quinn.
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O2 Making Waves 11th July'08 - Colm Lynch
Since releasing his critically acclaimed album "A Whisper in a Riot", in 2006, Colm Lynch armed with just his severely
overworked acoustic guitar and searing vocals has been bringing his music to an ever expanding audience. Now, with a new band in rehearsal, a new album in the making, a new single ready for release, Colm Lynch is preparing to launch an all-out assault on the nation's eardrum's and airwaves.Catch them on O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie and email us
in any comments you have to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 4th July'08 - Wyvern Lingo
The last thing prodigious new Irish band Wyvern Lingo would ever do would be to conform to a stereotype.
They may be a band composed of three girls, but they are most definitely not a "girl band".
With the girls syphoning their inspiration from such rich and diverse sources as Led Zeppellin, Aretha Franklin and Jeff Buckley,
they have successfully crafted a musical style that is at once reminiscient of their heroes yet completely their own.
Wyvern Lingo recently took part in the 2FM School of Rock competition, where they went all the way to the Leinster finals.
Catch them on O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie and email us
in any comments you have to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 27th June'08 - Alphamono
Alphamono began in 2005 when founding member Paddy McGovern began musically experimenting using an MC 505
and a Roland synthesiser to create his earliest four-track recordings. Since then, both his musical and technical acumen have developed
thanks to his studies in electronic music production and sound engineering.
Drawing on melodies from a bygone era when The Beatles and The Kinks rewrote and reinvented the songbook, fused together with the sonic
power and metallic edge from the likes of Depeche Mode, Royksopp and Death In Vegas.
Together the blend of accessible lilts and electronic energy give Alphamono a sound the likes of which is not rivalled, let alone equalled,
in contemporary Irish music. Catch them on O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie and email us
in any comments you have to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 20th June'08 - The Red Labels
A four piece Dublin band, The Red Labels have frequently been referred to as an indie-rock band trying to
control the relentless punk sound within.
In the last handful of months the Red Labels have successfully seized the ears and imaginations of music fans
throughout Dublin and the nation.
Recent gigs include breathtaking live shows at such popular venues as The Button Factory, The Academy, Whelans, Crawdaddy and The Sugar Club.
The Red Labels popped into the studio recently to chat with our very own Gillian Quinn about their music and what the future holds for
these exciting new prospects.
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O2 Making Waves 13th June'08 - Lights
Rising from the ashes of their previous band, The Voyeurs, in December 2006, Dublin electro
group Lights are beginning to really stand out as hot prospects for the future. Pulling their sound from
influences as varied as David Bowie, The Prodigy, XTC and Depeche Mode has so far proven to be a killer
combination, with sources such as Connected and In Dublin magazine piling on the praise for the band's unique sound.
Following a succession of celebrated live performances, Lights are currently in
pre-production for their debut album which will be released later this year.
Our very own O2 Making Waves presenter Sarah Mulkerrins recently got to grips with the band and managed
to send a few questions their way.
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O2 Making Waves 6th June'08 - The Aftermath
Named after their favourite Rolling Stones record, and with 3 Top 20 singles under their belt,
The Aftermath have just now released their debut album titled Friendlier Up Here. Recorded in France,
the album was put together by a highly impressive production team used by some of the biggest names in music,
including U2, Travis, Damien Rice, The Waterboys and Paul Weller. But it hasn't all been handed to them
on a plate - The Aftermath have spent much of their life as a band touring the country and playing small,
independent gigs to build up what is now a huge fan base. They've supported Razorlight, The Streets
and The Mission and have toured across the UK and Ireland with over 40 sell out gigs of their own.
Originally from Co. Longford, brothers Johnny and Mick Cronin grew up in Leeds and were a regular
on the local performance scene with many other UK guitar based groups such as their friends Parva,
who later went on to become The Kaiser Chiefs. But it was back home in Ireland where they found a
fresh new opportunity to start anew... and the rest they say is history! O2 Making Waves presenter
Gillian Quinn caught up with The Aftermath in studio to find out more.
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O2 Making Waves 30th May'08 - Little Nightmare
With their lead singer being described as a 'cool Kelly Clarkson' and the band seemingly stripping influences
from every rock, metal and punk band out there, it's no wonder Little Nightmare's sound ends up being such a thrill-ride.
The band received a torrent of critical attention for their self-titled EP, receiving a perfect 5/5 from online American magazine,
Off The Record. Little Nightmare have also got quite a gigging resume to their names and have previously appeared on popular
internet video site, Balcony TV. Catch them on O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie and email us in any
comments you have to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie.
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O2 Making Waves 16th May'08 - Grasshopper
Hailing from the sunny Wicklow town of Bray, Grasshopper are a young band quickly carving out a name for themselves.
Grasshopper have been ceaselessly dazzling audiences with their mash-up style of jingly guitar anthems and
well-crafted lyrics since coming into existence just last year.
Winning high praise for their recent recording debut, from sources such as MusicReview Magazine and Radio Na Life,
Grasshopper are definitely marking themselves out as a wise investment for the future of great Irish music.
The lads recently hopped in (see what I did there?) to let presenter Rory Dungan in on all the latest news from the Grasshopper camp.
Catch them on O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie and email us in any comments you have to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie.
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O2 Making Waves 16th May'08 - We Should Be Dead
With their band comprising the combination of two girls and two boys
in a pop-punk mix, the 'punk-rock ABBA' comparisons were inevitable for We Should Be Dead.
Blasting forth from Limerick on a rocket fuelled by 'pop-tastic, punk-tastic, girl/boy-tastic
bubblegum rock', WSBD are blazing their names across the Irish music scene. The band's debut
single 'Forget Romance Let's Dance' made a huge impact on its release in November 2007,
landing at number 3 in the Irish single charts. The single was A-Listed on all the major
Irish radio stations, and gained huge exposure on BBC Radio 1. The bands debut album,
was released on February 1st 2008 to widespread critical acclaim. WSBD were also recently
nominated in the Best Newcomers category at this year's Meteor Irish Music Awards.
The guys and gals recently popped into the studio to have a sitdown with our own Sarah
Mulkerrins and to clue us in on what WSBD are really all about. Catch them on O2 Making
Waves at podcastingireland.ie.
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O2 Making Waves 9th May'08 - Paul Hourican
Acclaimed singer-songwriter Paul Hourican's first steps into a life of
music were shaky ones. After picking up his first guitar at the age of fifteen, Paul set
off on the path to success. As with so many great musicians, this path proved to be a
rocky one and he set sail to try his hand at the London music scene where he recaptured
his love of music and writing. After another brief stint amongst the towering skyscrapers
of New York, Paul returned home to his native Dublin where he quickly got down to
recording his first two-track demo. It was at a Damien rice gig that Paul got his
first real break, when Paul gave his demo to Rice after the show. Needless to say,
Damien was impressed and Paul's career was well and truly back on track.
After opening for Damien Rice on a number of occasions, receiving great praise
from Irish music magazine Hotpress, starting up his own record label, Hurricane Records,
in 2004 and appearing on top radio shows such as Today Fm's RayDarcy show and Tom Dunne's
Pet Sounds, Paul somehow managed to find the time amidst all this to record his debut album,
'Let The Enemy In'. Paul recently managed to drag himself away from writing and touring
to join presenter Rory Dungan in the studio. Listen to O2 Making Waves on
www.podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 2nd May'08 - Large Mound
With legions of Irish music journalists and a veritable army of die-hard fans
behind them, Large Mound have been steadily conquering the Irish underground rock scene.
The Mound already have three studio albums under their belt, extensive gigging experience
and a list of critical acclaim a mile long. These guys are no flash in the pan.
During the bands lifetime, the line-up has seen quite a few changes with
bassists and drummers coming and going on a fairly regular basis. Constant
to the structure of the band however, are founding member and singer/guitarist
Anthony Mackey who writes most of the songs and second singer/guitarist
'The Boy' Mark Jordan. All of Large Mound's songs are about working, rocking,
and the funny things that happen to you in between. The band's most recent album
'My Whole Life Is Have To' was released back in November of last year to great
reviews across the board. We recently managed to trick the lads into doing an
interview with our presenter Rory Dungan. Catch Large Mound on O2 Makign Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie!
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O2 Making Waves 25th Apr'08 - New Amusement
New Amusement are a four piece band hailing from
Dublin. With their debut e.p. 'Any Port In A Storm' released earlier
this year things have really picked up for the band. Since it's release
the guys have been doing the rounds of all the countries intimate venues
and have been playing along side some of Irelands more established artists.
They have honed and perfected their sound in the comfort of their fans and
are here to 'amuse' for the long haul. They describe their music as a clash
of indie and alternative but every fan would have to agree...entertaining! We
caught up with New Amusement in studio with our very own Mike Hogan to find
out whats in store for the year ahead. Listen to New Amusement at www.podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 18th Apr'08 - Jaded Sun
Jaded sun are a five piece rock band from Dublin. In just five years together and two e.p.
releases their unique sound has taken them from the USA to Germany, to Croatia, Scandanavia and all across
Ireland. The band have also supported Bon Jovi in Croke Park and they remain one of only three Irish bands
ever to play live at the stadium. The guys are now looking forward to the release of their first debut album called
'Gypsy Trip' which goes on release this year. Having been credited as 'the illegitimate offsprings of Thin Lizzy' as a result of their
debut album, Jaded Sun are set for sky heights! The band took time out of their busy schedule to come
into studio and talk to our very own Mike Hogan about the music...the fans...and the road. Catch
Jaded Sun on O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 11th Apr'08 - GreenLights
Electro-pop-rock ensemble Green Lights burst forth from the Irish music scene in the summer of 2006
and wasted no time in establishing themselves as one of the most unique and exciting bands to come out
of Dublin in years. With their distinctive sound being described as a sonic hybrid of Pavement and Tom Vek
(and who doesn't love the sound of that?), Green Lights have swept across the landscape of Dublin's
underground music venues like a tune-spewing behemoth, leaving a trail of dropped jaws and eager
new fans in their wake. In the closing months of 2007, Green Lights entered the studio to lay down the
tracks which would become their debut EP, 'Small Curious Things'. The band recently made our week by
dropping into the studio to have a sit-down with us and to chat about the release of their EP this year
and what they've got lined up for the future. Catch them on O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie and email in
any comments you have to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 04th Apr'08 - Travega
The blistering hard-rock sound of Travega was born in January 2004, with the band beginning their journey as a quartet. In this
first incarnation,the band swept away competition to win the Xlantic Records Battle of the Bands, a journey which was then splashed across the pages
of The Star newspaper. The band then began a string of sell-out gigs and their recording debut arrived in the summer of 2005
in the form of a 3-track E.P produced by singer/songwriter Declan O'Rourke. A whole sixteen months later, which was filled with sell-out gigs at
great venues across Dublin, Travega unleashed their debut single, 'The People' upon the public which flew straight onto the Irish charts at number 27 and remained
there for several weeks. Currently the band is gearing themselves up for the release and promotion of their debut album which was recorded at The Farm and The
Armoury Studios in Vancouver. Travega recently took time out to drop by the studio to talk with our very own presenter Sarah Mulkerrins. Any questions,
comments or anything else you'd like to get off your chest can be sent to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 28th Mar'08 - Seneca
2007 turned out to be a very successful year for Limerick band SENECA, with the band opening
for such top Irish acts as Republic Of Loose and Director. Another feather in their proverbial cap
was the fact that their song 'So Beautiful' was included on the Ceol '07 compilation album which was launched
in March last year and featured tracks from breakthrough Irish artists like Bell X1, Kila and Paddy Casey.
Seneca have been whipping up a storm in the Irish music scene since forming in 2005, winning two 'battle of the bands' competitions
with their exhilarating, melodic and energetic live shows. Last Year the band released their debut single, 'Smile', which climbed into the top 30
in the Irish Charts in just its second week. The band will be crossing the pond later this year to embark on a music tour of the USA!
Presenter Sarah Mulkerrins recently managed to get hold of the band long enough to ask a
few choice questions. Catch them on www.podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 21st Mar'08 - The Infomatics
A few years ago The Infomatics met in a Dublin College and
formed what is now an established and respected band with an increasingly loyal following.
All coming from different musical backgrounds with a wide variety of influences,
they fused their knowledge to create the soulful-electro-hip-hop they are known for
today. The Star newspaper listed them at number 1 on their ones to watch list for
2008. We talk to the group on the eve of the release of their debut album
'Kill or create' and find out the inside info. Catch them on O2 Making Waves
at www.podcastingireland.ie and email us in any comments you have to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 14th Mar'08 - Rob Smith
Rob Smith first infiltrated the unsuspecting Irish music scene in late 2003, touring extensively across the
country with accomplished bands like local Dublin heroes (and O2 Making Waves artists) Aslan. During his travels,
Rob has also played in some of the country's most prestigious venues with stages like the Olympia Theatre,
Vicar Street and the Empire Music Hall in Belfast playing host to his highly charged musical stylings.
Rob's debut album, 'Throwing It All Away', was recorded over six short days in the November of 2007 and is set
for release on the 15th March this year, with a promotional gig taking place in Tower Records to launch the album.
Rob recently went out of his way to pay us a visit in the studio and to answer a few questions about his musical
journey so far. If you have any questions or comments, please drop us a line at makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 07th Mar'08 - Eamonn Mc Cormack
To say that Eamonn McCormack is no stranger to the Irish music scene would be a vast understatement.
Here is a man who is not only one of the most accomplished blues guitarists in Europe, but who has also played with
some of the finest musicians Ireland, and the world, has to offer. Touring all over Ireland, Europe and the world, under the
stage name 'Samuel Eddy', he simultaneously released no fewer than three critically acclaimed studio albums.
Eamonn's influences include some of the greatest names in rock such as Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Neil
Young and Ireland's own guitar legend Rory Gallagher, who Eamonn had the pleasure of playing and recording
with before his tragic death. Eamonn also managed to find the time between tours to set up his own record label,
True Talent Records, on which his new album 'Kindred Spirits' is out now. Presenter Sarah Mulkerrins caught up
with Eamonn recently to find out more about the man, the album and the blues. If you have any questions or
comments, please drop us a line at makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 29th Feb'08 - Grand Pocket Orchestra
You've got your dark times and you've got your happy times, Grand Pocket Orchestra are somewere in the middle,
writing happy songs about not so happy things. The group have just released
their debut EP 'Odd Socks' and it looks like this 'Orchestra' could be leaping out of your pocket and taking the main stage!
Grand Pocket Orchestra offer an alternative musical arrangement and they claim to be here to stay.
The band drop by to tell us about the making of their video for 'Odd Socks' and their tour plans!
Listen to them on O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie and email in any comments you have to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 22nd Feb'08 - Cowboy X
Named after the charcter that appeared in Sesame Street...
Inspired by a love of The Pixies and Kraftwerk, John Hanley
and David Grealy returned from a trip to Portugal with the intention
of finding the perfect girl to sing their newly written material.
After numerous false starts they found exactly what they were looking
for in vocalist Karen McCartney. The debut album 'Who Are These People'
was released and Cowboy X was born. Listen to them on O2 Making Waves at
www.podcastingireland.ie and send us in any comments about the show to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 15th Feb'08 - Blind Friday
Blind Friday are a 4 piece rock band hailing from Belfast. Marty, Simon, Mark and Horse,
take to the stage with immense energy and power, and describe themselves as “true rock, that can
stir even the most rigid of souls." Blind Friday have played Oxegen along side some of their idols
and in 2005, picked up the "Big Buzz" award. Their success continued in 2006 when they won the All
Ireland battle of the bands competition. With their first album, "Wake Up" completed and with their
second album underway, Blind Friday are going from strength to strength. Please feel free to email
us your thoughts on the show to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 8th Feb'08 - Ro Tierney
Singer songwriter Ro tierney from Balbriggan has been writing and
performing his music in one form or another for many years. Opening for acts such
as damien Rice, Mundy and Bellx1 he has been met with equally impressive responses. Ro has
recently returned from a 2 year trip down under where he wrote his debut
album 'tics and politics' which will be released early this year. His debut single
'sticks and stones' has hit the airwaves, marking Ro Tierney as an extremely talented 'one to watch for 2008.
Please feel free to email us your thoughts on the show to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 1st Feb'08 - Black Soul Strangers
Before they began to blaze their current trail on the music scene Black Soul Strangers
had to, in their own words, 'beg, steal and borrow' to get their debut E.P. 'Paramount'
off the ground. That said, it's unlikely they'll ever need to again. With
influences ranging from Neil Young and Joy Division through to Bob Dylan and
The Clash these boys have been lighting up live venues around the land with their
onstage energy and dynamism. Presenter Rory Dungan caught up with them to see if
he could calm them enough to do an inteview. Please email us your thoughts on the
show to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 25th Jan'08 - Alan Kavanagh
Some people told Alan Kavanagh that competing on You're A Star would
undermine his musical integrity and credibility. Yet his subsequent profile
has given him opportunities that never previously would have existed for a
19 year old student. Gigs have come easier and eyebrows have been raised at
the level of maturity he has displayed at these shows. Alan, mere months after
finishing his Leaving Cert, now enters a phase of his life where he must
balance these gigging and musical demands with a four year music degree.
Presenter Rory Dungan caught up with Alan to discuss his priorities!
Please feel free to email any comments about Alan and the show to
makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie.
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O2 Making Waves 18th Jan'08 - Maria Doyle Kennedy
Maria Doyle Kennedy has been in the Irish consciousness for well
over a decade but due to rapid musical development over the last few years,
has begun to earn lavish domestic and international praise for her sounds.
Her latest album 'Mutter' has been widely hailed by both critics and her
devoted fanbase. So international are her fans that a request was put
in to Meteor to accept votes from not only domestic but international
numbers for the Meteor award she was recently nominated for!
Presenter Rory Dungan caught up with Maria before her departure to Spain
where she is working on her next album. Please feel free to email with
any comments or opinions on Maria and the show to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 11th Jan'08 - Ash
15 years after they got together in school, Ash has gone from strength to strength.
Their fresh energetic sound has not only resulted in them achieving six
Top 10 albums and 16 Top 40 singles but also saw them outliving some of the greatest bands
of the nineties. After a short break and the loss of their only female, member the three
lads are back with their newest album 'Twilight of the Innocents', and have never
sounded better. We joined Ash on their 2007 tour in Dublin to find out what it's like to be
back on the road and those rumours about this being their last ever album! Catch Ash on O2 Making
Waves at podcastingireland.ie.
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O2 Making Waves 4th Jan'08 - Sundrive
Taking their name and a lot of inspiration from a suburb in South Dublin,
Sundrive started on their musical journey back in 2002 making their live debut to 100,000
people at the O2 Party in the Park. Their debut single 'A day like today', a saccharine
ode to sunny days reminiscent of classic Beatles and Beach Boys, was picked up by
Japanese radio. Proving not only to be big in Japan, Sundrive have made inroads
domestically with their debut album 'Still here' attracting widespread praise.
Presenter Mick Caulfield caught up with Steve and Mick from the band to chat
about the inspiration behind the music and their plans for the coming year. To be in with a chance of winning
Sundrive's Cd just answer the following question, 'What's the building on the front cover of Sundrives
album'? Send in your answers to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie.
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O2 Making Waves 28th Dec'07 - Television Room
Formed from the ashes of popular Dublin band the Marshalls, Television Room set
tongues wagging with the release of their debut single 'Tinabelle' - a three
minute indie-pop gem. 'Tinabelle' was followed by 'Modern Boys and Girls',
the release of which coincided with their first headline slot at Dublin's
Crawdaddy venue. A quick spin of their music and you'll be placing Television Room
on top of your ones to watch for 2008 list! The band joined us
in studio to chat about the bands beginnings and their recent live performances. Catch this week's O2
Making Waves artists on podcastingireland.ie and if you want to be in with a chance of winning Television
Room's CD answer the following question, 'What was the name of the previous band two of the members
used to be in?' Send in your answers to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie.
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O2 Making Waves 21st Dec'07 - Aslan Christmas Special
The original Working Class Heroes' Aslan, emerged 25years ago,
taking their name from the heroic lion in the Chronicles of Narnia.
After the release of their successful demo, 'This Is', in 1986,
Aslan went on to gain an incredibly loyal fanbase, playing sell-out shows across
the country and have continued to win over the hearts and minds of fans and critics
alike. We caught up with Billy McGuinness and Christy Dignam and found out what
they make of the Irish music scene at present and what it is that keeps them
making music a quarter of a decade later. Catch Aslan on our Christmas edition at O2 Making Waves on
www.podcastingireland.ie.
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O2 Making Waves 14th Dec'07 - Luan Parle
At 26 Luan Parle is already a music business veteran of sorts...
having catapulted to the attentions of record labels through an appearance on the Late Late Toy Show
aged just 12 years old! But it has been the past year which has been a defining one for
the Wicklow lass - scooping the Meteor and Tatler Best Female Award, along with awards for her
funky fashion sense and appearances on RTE's 'Off the Rails'. Not in the least fazed by trials of the industry, Luan's
steely determination to succeed is reflected in her music which draws together
strands of country and folk, and is punctuated by her unique voice. It's only a
matter of time before foreign audiences will be beating a path to Luan's door in
their droves. Catch Luan Parle on this week's edition of O2 Making Waves on podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 7th Dec'07 - The Coronas
All in a years work, Dublin trio The Coronas have
enjoyed rave reviews, had sell out shows, signed their record deal,
and acquired regional and national radio airplay... all the while accumulating
a sizable fan base. All still just 22 years old, the Coronas are quietly
creating something special, not least of which, their anthemic single
'San Diego Song'. It seems inevitable that The Coronas are destined for
big things! Presenter Claire O'Dowd caught up with the band to talk about
their laid back sound and style and found out how the guys practically
fell in to the music business. Don't forget to check out the Making Waves
gig guide for the latest artist listings on PodcastingIreland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 30th Nov'07 - Noise Control
Noise Control are quite possibly the most exciting,
energetic live act in Ireland today. Described as a frantic mixture
of electro, rap and rock, they have brought a fresh sound to the live
Dublin scene. Noise Control's debut single 'Steel' reached the dizzying
heights of number two in the download chart and with their much anticipated
album underway it looks like there's no stopping them! Picking up some
huge support slots so far, including The Prodigy, Basement Jaxx and Underworld,
Noise Control could be the next big thing to come out of Ireland. Presenter
Claire O Dowd caught up with the band to find out about their influences,
inspirations and 2008 plans! Please feel free to email any comments
you may have on the show to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 23rd Nov'07 - The Redneck Manifesto
The Redneck Manifesto are amongst the most resolutely independent
bands that one could find. Their magical interweaving of complex instrumental
arrangements and, at times, staggering melodies, has never and possibly will never,
be acknowledged on the scale it deserves. For a band that flouts almost all the
superfluous elements that go with music in this day and age such as management and
promotion it is up to their devoted fans to spread the word. And spread the word they
have...all the way to Japan. Presenter Rory Dungan caught up with Neil O'Connor before the
band departed to tour Japan to find out how it all happened and to discuss what it is that
The Rednecks are all about. Please feel free to email any comments you may have about The
Redneck Manifesto and the show to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 16th Nov'07 - Lila
Hailing from Armagh and now based in Belfast,
Lila has arrived and hit the charts running. Her first single broke
into the Top 40 in Ireland immediately on release and also held the
number 1 spot in the Irish download charts. Although she's been writing
for a number of years she's only just finding her performing legs, while
simultaneously trying to find a band! Her rock/pop sound has been
influenced by artists as varied as Bob Dylan and Christina Aguilera.
Presenter Rory Dungan chatted to Lila about her hopes for the future.
Please feel free to email any comments you may have on Lila and the show
to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 9th Nov'07 - Dry County
It's safe to say that Dry County don't sound like many other bands.
Their music drips with an atmosphere so dense it could crush you whole. Every track
seems to employ a mind boggling array of often normal but sometimes peculiar sounds
and instruments. Noteworthy among these is the 'speak and spell' children's toy that
announces the words 'lost now' on the track of the same name. Experimental and
innovative to the core and with a rock-dance hybrid which makes categorising
them rather difficult, Dry County finally released their debut album earlier in
the year after a rapid metamorphosis in their sound prompted them to discard much of
the material that they had written for the album stretching back months and even years.
Presenter Rory Dungan caught up with Phil and Derek in studio to chat to them about
their sound. You can email any comments you have on Dry County and the show to
makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 2nd Nov'07 - Kopek
Kopek have learned the hard way that the music industry can devour
its young just as easily as it can nurture them in its warm embrace. Getting snapped up
by Kid Rock's manager Tommy Valentino seemed like a dream come true but didn't necessarily
suit the bands creative direction.
Upon their release back into the wild the boys wasted no time in playing one killer
show after another, as befits the Global Battle Of The Bands champions of 2005.
In fact there can't be many bands on this page that have played a gig as big as
their performance in front of 50,000 Mexicans on their world tour. With a sound
that makes even The Queens Of The Stone Age seem delicate and tender and with vocals
that Caleb Followill and The Kings Of Leon would be proud of, presenter Rory Dungan
caught up with singer Dan and bassist Brad to see if they're as loud in studio as
they are on stage. Please email any comments about Kopek or the show to
makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 26th Oct'07 - Duke Special
Aptly named, Duke Special is the accomplishment of the endlessly
inventive Peter Wilson whose grandeur and individuality is heightened by his poetic
lyrics, lush sound and eccentric instruments. Hailing from Belfast, his gloriously
vintage and self confessed 'hobo-chic' style offers original, theatrical on-stage
performances yet equally emotive recordings with his latest album achieving platinum status.
His new release boasts an additional ten track live recording with the Ulster
Orchestra as well as collaborations with Heil Hannon and The Magic Numbers'
Romeo Stodart. All set for his explosive touring schedule, we catch up with Duke Special
to hear about his triumphant year and exciting future on this week's edition of
O2 Making Waves. Send us an email and let us know of what you think to
makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie.
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O2 Making Waves 19th Oct'07 - Superjimenez
If there's a band around that write catchier or
cheerier guitar fuelled pop rock than Superjimenez I'd like to meet them.
Not only do these lads leave you humming like an uncontrollable lunatic,
particularly after hearing the riff on Beau, but they're now the most known
band in the world...to women called Faye! It all started with a simple yet imaginative
idea for their latest single Faye, get ladies called Faye to contribute to the sleeve
and video for the single. A few months, thousands of photos and hundreds of video clips
later and their FAYE myspace page is testament to the power that comes from a good idea meeting...
well, a lot of women called Faye. Presenter Rory Dungan catches up with the lads to see
just how much response they've been getting! Be sure to drop us a line at
makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie to let us know what you think of the show.
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O2 Making Waves 12th Oct'07 - A Lazarus Soul
Rising from a 'Graveyard of Burnt Out Cars', their melancholic
wonder of a second album, come A Lazarus Soul. As distinctive and vivid
a band and album as you're likely to come across this year. The album is a
musical journey that begins on the gritty streets of inner city Dublin in
the 1980s, before the Celtic Tiger changed the face of the landscape.
The album takes us joyriding through council estates, swerving across
the road between the 'ordinary decent criminals' of days gone by and the
bloodthirsty gangs that dominate the Dublin underground in the present day.
Intensely personal and poignant throughout and with a voice that seems to have
been stolen from the throat of none other than Morrissey himself A Lazarus
Soul have arrived, assured and enlightened. Fans of The Smiths, Joy Division
and The Fall should commence licking their lips. Presenter Rory Dungan caught
up with front man and songwriter Brian Brannigan to find out what makes him tick.
Be sure to email us with all your comments on A Lazarus Soul and the show to
makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 5th Oct'07 - The Laundry Shop
It's conceivable, as sad and nostalgic as it might be for them,
that The Laundry Shop will one day have to move from their current rehearsal
and recording space onto greener and plusher pastures. This is because,
if you haven't already guessed, they've honed their sound in the cosy confines
of... a laundry room. The Laundry Shop owe their musical allegiance to the likes
of The Smashing Pumpkins, Pavement and Weezer and with the release of their
debut album in the coming months they are primed to join their erstwhile rock
compatriots on the airwaves. But if you think you may not have heard them before,
think again. Their single 'Highs And Lows' featured on the massive Failte Ireland,
Discover Ireland campaign and, because of its success, probably even contributed a
little towards the future dereliction of their lovely rehearsal room. Presenter
Rory Dungan caught up with front man Steven Robinson in an altogether different
looking studio. Please do email any comments you may have to
makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 28th Sept'07 - The Kybosh
Fresh on the scene and making a huge impact, Rob,
Brian, Anthony and Donal form The Kybosh and are turning heads
wherever they go. With numerous diverse influences from each member
of the band, their sound is confident with suave vocals, driving
drum beats and experimental echoing guitar riffs. Their first EP went
into the charts as the highest independent entry of the month accompanied
by rave reviews. With their new single just released, increasing air time
and comparisons to the likes of Interpol and The Stokes, it’s no wonder
critics are proclaiming them as 'the next big thing to come out of Ireland.'
The Kybosh drop by to tell us about their exciting year on this week's
edition of O2 Making Waves. Send us an email and let us know of
what you think to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 21th Sept'07 - Dark Room Notes
Dark Room Notes, true to their name, sing dark songs of obsession,
addiction, lust and passion. Having gigged everywhere from Galway to Berlin over
the last year the Dublin based foursome exploded on the scene with their debut
release 'Love like Nicotine.' Channeling the likes of Joy Division, My Bloody
Valentine and Depeche Mode, the three boys and one girl recently released their
blistering synth-driven single, Love Like Nicotine. Formed in Galway in 2004 the
band perfected and honed their sound before recruiting the elegant Arran Murphy on
vocals and drummer Shanahan in 2006. One of the hottest Irish groups of 2007 drop by to
tell us about their new E.P. release due out in October. Send us an email and let us know
of what you think of this weeks O2 Making Waves to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 14th Sept'07 - The Popular Front
This weeks featured artist on O2 Making Waves are 'cheeky newcomers' The Popular Front.
A Four piece from Bray, Co. Wicklow featuring the talents of Milo McMahon,
Cain Steele, Dan Barry and Tom Moore. Fresh from winning the prestigious UCD battle
of the bands competition, the foursome are gearing themselves up for an exciting year of shows
and the release of their new EP. The group are closely linked to Bacteria Buffet Records,
a really trendy Canadian ska and reggae label, for future foreign tours. The guys drop by to tell
us about their Canadian TV experiences and their upcoming explosive EP release later this year.
Send us an email and let us know of what you think of this weeks O2 Making Waves to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie.
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O2 Making Waves 7th September'07 - SnowDial
When three young musicians grow up together the inevitable band is
bound to happen... But it wasn't until 2005 that SnowDial officially formed after
touring Europe, gigging in US Boston coffee houses, completing film degrees and
becoming music teachers! They then experimented with new material at singer
songwriter unplugged nights across Dublin and perfected the sound for their audiences
'that was in their heads.' Their sound has been honed by Kathy Snowe and Eamonn Doyle
working closely on both bass and vocals, producing strong harmonies with a solid and full
musical backdrop, which is driven by Paul Doyle's powerful style of drumming. With numerous
support slots and their first release officially under their belts on their own indie
label, SnowDial is definitely getting noticed!
Catch SnowDial on this week's edition of O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie.
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O2 Making Waves 31st August'07 - Catoan
Catoan do folk rock jazz classical things with music, mostly ...resulting in
an exciting fresh experimental folk rock hybrid prog folk! The Belfast based band made the
change to become Catoan in March 2007 after having already played together for over a year
as Paddy McKeown...with a band. As Catoan, the band have already been played on BBC Radio 1,
Dublins Phantom FM, Corks 96 103FM, recorded a session for ATL Radio Ulster, appeared in the Belfast
Telegraph and the Belfast Beat, and had a very positive feature in Hotpress. The group have supported
Kate Nash and Jack L as well as playing on the prestigious IMRO Showcase Tour. The Catoan track
'Stranger' was one of the selected tracks on the IMRO Showcase Tours 'the very best rising Irish talent'
CD that went out with the Irish Daily Star to well over 100,000 people around Ireland in April. Send us an
email and let us know of what you think of this weeks O2 Making Waves to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves 24th August'07 - Born Days
Borndays rocked the stage as one of our very first acts at the launch of O2 Making Waves over a year ago.
Now we're back with the band to find out all that has changed and escalated in our first year. The lads agree they have got tighter
and sharper with their sound with MusicReview.com awarding them 'band of the month' . Their energetic rock seems to be intrusive
and addictive grabbing the attention of NME UK and being lauded as 'one of the finer live acts doing the rounds across Dublin.'
Catch the slightly shortened 'Born Days' with Richie Chakra this week on O2 Making Waves.
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O2 Making Waves 17th August'07 - The Kinetiks
The Kinetiks join presenter Richie Chakra in studio for this
week's edition of O2 Making Waves. Hailing from North County Dublin,
The Kinetiks are capturing attention nationwide. Having gigged extensively,
the band has rapidly gained a big fanbase and is known for their energetic
performances on stage and catchy, clever indie-pop tunes.
Focusing on detailed arrangements within their music, they
aspire to let their sound continue to evolve technically.
The quartet released their first album, 'High Horse Olympics',
on Dublin based label Rapture Records in April 2007 and its going
down a storm. Listen to The Kinetiks on this week's edition of O2
Making Waves and send in your comments to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie.
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O2 Making Waves - Dave's Radio
Dave's Radio is a three piece hailing from Co. Offaly.
An extraordinary band who create tracks filled with high
energy and clever guitar hooks. Having released their first
top 20 entry earlier this year, the group have now followed
this up with the 'spiky' new track 'Dont Preach To Me'.
Since the official gathering of the band's collective talents
in 2002, Dave's Radio has spent time on both east and west coasts
in the USA together with gigging here at home. Described as
'a breath of fresh air' and 'just what Irish music needs'
by their peers, Dave's Radio sound is energetic, soulful and
intense...in a good kick ass type of way. Lead singer Dave Peyton
drops by to talk to us about rehearsing in haunted castles and
the dangers of travelling on Friday the 13th. Drop us a line to
let us know of what you think of this weeks O2 Making Waves
to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - Lisa Hake
Aspiring San Francisco born singer-songwriter Lisa Hake first came to
Ireland last year to write her album and hasn't left since. Her captivating lyrics
are jammed with myths, tales and riddles and inspired while sitting around peat fires
on Achill Island. Now the former eye surgeon has taken up residency here and is
captivating audiences around the country with her mellifluous voice, soft melodies
and introspective stories. Her music has been described as 'Celtadelic folk' a marriage
of 'San Francisco psychedelia with Irish root music' and she credits Ireland's
'natural language' of music as a main influence.
Lisa plays intricate finger style acoustic guitar in alternative tunings and
her preferred intimate gigs guarantee an assured performer and imaginative storyteller.
Catch Lisa Hake on this week's edition of O2 Making Waves at www.podcastingireland.ie.
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O2 Making Waves - Flinders
Philip Flynn's performances could be mistaken as an ensemble of musicians playing,
yet this artist creates his experimental mix of 'grunge and Brit-pop' by blending harmonised
looped vocals and pulsating rhythms with electronic and acoustic guitar mixes to create a unique
sound all to his own. After a trip to Australia determining his name, Flinders set about making
music his profession concentrating on his art of song writing. Having perfected his live
performances to mimic his recorded Debut E.P, Flinders, with the help of some clever engineering
and numerous pedals, offers a sophisticated balance of technology, distortion and melody.
With 2007 boasting more live offerings, Flinders hopes to travel 'wherever the music takes
him.' Drop us a line to let us know of what you think of this weeks O2 Making Waves to
makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - Lauren Guillery and The Claws
French born Lauren Guillery arrived in Ireland eight
years ago with her rucksack, bought a guitar and has never looked back!
Starting out as a solo artists Lauren confesses she was just sick of playing
acoustic at home and just wants to rock it with the boys and that she does on stage
with her band The Claws! With their new EP, Listen, Lauren says the sound is more rock
than before and demands that audiences do just that!
Catch Lauren on this week’s O2 Making Waves and if you want to win a copy of the EP,
just listen to the podcast and email us the answer to the question on
makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - The Brilliant Things
The Brilliant Things have burst on the Irish music scene looking and sounding
every bit destined for global pop domination. With both Greg and Marie Jr. benefiting
from the experience of having grown up in the industry, they came together to create
the sophisticated pop synth duo. Citing The Eurythmics, Morrissey and Frou frou as some of
their inspiration the band have forged a sound which is refreshing in a scene dominated by
spiky guitar anthems. Tune in this week as The Brilliant Things make surprising revelations
about the status of their relationship as a creative twosome. Drop us a line to let us know
of what you think of this weeks O2 Making Waves to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - Dirty Epics
Dirty Epics think the usual formula of setting up a band, making a demo and
sitting around and waiting to get signed is not the way to go, so they set up their own record
label deciding to take on the music industry. The dirty rock sound comes through with strong
lyrics and vocals from front woman Sarah Jane. Check out Dirty Epics on this weeks O2
Making Waves. If you would like a copy of the Dirty Epics Single Demolition Man just
answer this question: What is the name of Dirty Epics' own record label? Send us
your answers to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - Fight Like Apes
Extraordinary Dublin four piece Fight Like Apes list ice-cream and b-movies as
their influences but it is their loutish recordings to tape coupled with powerful live shows
which have earned them a reputation the ones to watch for 2007. Join us this week as the
apes swing by for a quick chat telling us how they wiped the slate clean to focus on their sound
and how Jamie and Mary stumbled across a record deal leading to the release of their E.P.
Drop us a line to let us know of what you think of this weeks O2 Making Waves at
makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - Leanne Harte: revisited
After 11 years writing songs and 5 years in the industry,
Leanne Harte could be considered somewhat of a musical veteran at this rate but the
21 year old sounds as fresh as ever with the release of her new acoustic album
'An Irish Girl in Paris'. We caught up with Leanne to chat about her life since the last
podcast and to find out why she is skipping the festival scene this summer to head off to
Africa! We also have copies of the album to give away, just answer the question in the
podast and send your answers to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie!
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O2 Making Waves - Star Turtle
Before they decided to take over the world, and not just the world of music,
Matt Walker and his brother Jona were quite different musically. Matt played the guitar and
Jona liked free style rapping. When Jona took up the bass guitar and joined Matt, hard
rock loving Darragh Hoey and folk fan Gary Nixon, Star Turtle became a fully formed creature
with four distinct and entirely separate limbs. These four seemingly disparate elements have propelled this creature forward faster than its reptilian namesake has ever been known to move.
As the band's ascent continues we caught up with them in studio to check on the progress of
their plans for world domination and to chat about why everybody can't just get along.
Be sure to drop us a line at makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie with any comments about the band or the show.
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O2 Making Waves - Twin Kranes
It's no secret that the three members of Twin Kranes were abducted by rock n roll
loving Aliens. The Aliens agreed to return the lads back home on one condition; that they form a
band and make visceral psychedelic rock inspired music. The lads duly agreed and true to their
word have released two singles which would make E.T want to phone home to tell his folks how
damn good these three earthlings sound. Their latest single Being Kong is available for
download through i-tunes and the lads should be coming to a venue near you in the not so
distant future. Drop us a line to let us know of what you think of this weeks O2 Making Waves
to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - All Star Charge
All Star Charge speak through their music (don't worry, they don't sing their answers in the interview!). They firmly believe that bands should be judged on the content of their songs above all else. In an era where the music industry relentlessly drives its creaking machinery by marketing and commercially exploiting attractive 'packages' it's refreshing to hear about hard working bands that spend their days exhaustively practising and refining their songs and want to be judged only on the merits of what they've created. No pretensions, no politics, just meaningful song-writing. All Star Charge are one of these bands. They popped in to tell us more on this week’s O2 Making Waves. Feel free to let us know your own thoughts on the band and the show at makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - Nigel Place
Coming from a background of garage bands and heavy metal, it's surprising that Nigel Place now creates songs with beautiful words, dulcet tones and wistful strumming. His goal in writing music is to create a strong song with strong lyrics and a strong melody, which is abundantly clear in his material. He sees artists such as Elbow and Jeff Buckley as being major influences on his music, but also has a strong admiration for anybody who just goes out and does it! Nigel started gigging in the 90's but took a career break as he 'fell out of love with music'. Luckily, he picked up his guitar a few years ago and rekindled the old flame, and now is once again out there sharing his songs with the public. Let us know what you think by emailing us at makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - The Chakras Revisited
It's been a busy year for the Chakras and it's set to be an even busier one if they have anything to say about it! In this week's O2 Making Waves we catch up with Richie and Rocky to find out what they have been up to since their last podcast, about their new album, their change in music style and their plans with Right Said Fred, Michel Platini and Maradona! We have copies of the Chakras new album 'Build Me a Swan' to give away. Listen to the podcast and tell us which band the guys would like to be like, changing their sound with each album. Email your answers to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - Unplugged Special
02 Making Waves unplugged: a special party podcast from our first year birthday bash. We're bringing a taster of the night, the acoustic sessions of Eric E, Shaz OYE and Johnny Ward Shine but don't worry the bands wont get left out - we'll be coming back with brand new up to date podcasts with The Chakras and Leanne Harte to tie in with their latest albums.
If you would like to win a copy of our one year compilation CD simply listen to the podcast and answer this question: How many are there in Eric Eckhart's Family? Email your answers to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - Republic of Loose
Republic of Loose are teetering on verge of something big. The Dublin band has
emerged as one of the most popular Irish acts of past few years, winning over audiences with
their seamless blend of funk, r n b and soul. Album number two having stormed the Irish charts,
is slated for a U.K release in the coming months and will hopefully propel the band into the international spotlight. Live is where the Loose come into their own, so make sure you catch
them while their still playing the smaller venues. Drop us a line to let us know of what you
think of this weeks O2 Making Waves to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - Johnny Ward Shine
Fresh from performing at the O2 Making Waves one year birthday bash in Radio City,
Johnny Ward Shine is this week's featured artist on O2 Making Waves. Johnny has been in the
spotlight since he was a nipper singing and performing. After appearing on Glor Tire, Johnny
released a country and western CD, but now at the tender age of 19 Johnny is already moving
into his second musical style. If you would like to win a copy of Johnny Ward Shine's CD,
Listen to the Interview and tell us the name of the song that Jonny wrote for charity
Teenline Ireland. Email your answers to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - 2006-07 Compilation
O2 Making Waves and podcastingireland.ie are one year old. Over the last year
we have featured some of the best Irish new Irish artists around on the show. To celebrate our
first year we asked you the listeners, to choose your favourite artists. It was a tough one
with so many great artists but this compilation of thirteen lucky tracks is the fruit of
your choices! We hope you have enjoyed the first year and come back to see what's in store
each and every Friday in all new and all free O2 Making Waves!
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O2 Making Waves - Gavin Ryan
Gavin Ryan has a distinctive blues/folk/jazz style that stands out from the crowd.
Along with the artistic input to his songs, he also plays a large role in the production of his songs, having studied music technology for two years. This all encompassing approach means all
of his songs end up on the shelf exactly how he had planned and are hopefully a more enjoyable experience for the listener! He instils a great dynamic in energy in all of his performances and is definitely one to watch for in the charts.
Gavin has given us a copy of his album 'Broken Blues' to give away to one lucky listener. To be in with a chance to win it just answer this question: Gavin has been described as the cheeky love child of who? Email us your answer to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - Tidal District
Tidal District have simple dreams in many ways, Tidal District are four friends that like to play music together, they, in their own words 'want to write good songs' and 'not take
sweets from strangers'. This doesn't however stop them belting out some rip roaring guitar
tunes. Slow builds, speedy interplay and frenetic riffs are mixed with tender vocals, devilish pace changes and some rousing climaxes. The band have been
compared to Sigur Ros, Elbow, The Strokes and Clap Your Hands Say Yeah depending on
whoever you find at their gigs yammering on about them. Having only been together a few months you can check them out before
the crowd! Drop us a line to let us know
what you think of this weeks O2 Making Waves to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - ODi
Of all the artists we've featured on O2 Making Waves, ODi is perhaps the only
one who never actually intended on having a music career. She put some tracks up on myspace
'for a laugh', people started asking when her next gig was, and it all just snowballed from
there! Her acoustic style is perfectly suited to her velvety vocals and the catchy melodies
of her songs. In less than a year she has gone from relative obscurity, to gigging all
over Ireland and the UK, earning herself a legion of loyal fans.
To win a copy of ODi's single 'Crawl', simply listen to her interview and tell us who
is ODi most compared to? Email us your answers to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - TKO
Starting as an amalgamation of previous bands, TKO are now a Dublin band to be
reckoned with. Standing out from the indie crowd with Lap Steel, Clarinet and Violin
undertones TKO are influenced by a wide range of artists from Irish favourites
The Frames to the sounds of world music favoured by Italian drummer 'The Cat'.
The TKO live show is an energetic affair, engaging the audience with eight instruments
on stage and four part vocal harmonies. If you can't catch them live, catch them here on
O2 Making Waves and email us your comments to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - Mark Hogan
Mark Hogan is a solo singer song writer like no other. Mark hails from Co. Offaly
and has been doing the rounds of the Irish music scene for the last few years now making a big impact everywhere he goes. Mark says that his aim in this business is to put a smile on peoples faces and that he wishes to make a change to all the sad and depressing music out there at the moment
and he certainly does not fail to deliver on this philosophy. Marks music is a breath of fresh
air and with his uplifting and up tempo tunes he will surely not disappoint. To date Mark has released three singles. His debut album will be released later this year and will be awaited
with open arms. Mark Hogan is destined for bigger and better things.watch this space!
Make sure to send us your comments to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - Cap Pas Cap
Already a hit with the critics having featured on many of the 'bands to watch for 2007'
lists Dublin four piece Cap Pas Cap have been reeling in audiences with their hooky basslines,
irregular rhythmns and the inspired, often frantic vocal outbursts of singer Gavin Duffy.
In business for just over a year and without a single release to their name, the band entered
a competition on the Bandwagon website without knowing what the prize was. They won and ended
up playing in front of thousands at the Reading Festival, charming the crowd with their 70s
new wave inspired energy. Having sold out the first pressing of their debut ep 'Not Not is Fine'
in a matter of weeks, those who bought the recording could be forgiven for thinking they have
a future piece of Irish Indy history in their record collection. Listen to the mighty
Cap Pas Cap and send us in your comments to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - 79 Cortinaz
In an industry where nearly every band name starts with a 'the' and songs of despair and angst are the order of the day, 79Cortinaz provide a refreshing counterpoint. The band's name may or may not owe itself to a night in Supermacs where things nearly got out of hand between 79 members of the one Cortinaz family. The sound on the other hand is indebted to the lyrical absurdity of the Pixies with a guitar licks that point to a love of bands like Sonic Youth. Debut single 'Deirdre's Song' got the critical acclaim every band dreams of and landed them a prestigious 2FM session with Dan Hegarty. However, the band didn't rest on its laurels and let the hype go to their head, instead they have been busy putting the finishing touches to their debut album with producer and punk rock legend Rat Scabies.
Catch 79Cortinaz this week's featured band on O2 Making Waves and to be in with a chance of winning two tickets to their gig in The Music Factory in Carlow email us the answer to this question to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie 'Cormac says their music is most like a mix between The Violent Femmes and who?'
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O2 Making Waves - Electric Penguins
It might be 2007 but try telling that to Electric Penguins! This week's guests on O2 Making Waves use only instruments from the 70's to make their individual brand of music. In just under a year the Electric Penguins have managed to get together, record and album and be nominated for a Meteor Music Award. They have taken the Irish music scene by storm and show no signs of slowing down. Tune in to hear Mark and Paul from the band talk through all things music and just where they got the name from!
Send in all your thoughts an comments to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - The Gorgeous Colours
The meteoric rise of The Gorgeous Colours is such that one can't help but
get a sense that if their colourful cascading comet hurtles much further along its current
trajectory they will soon blast into a different musical stratosphere. They seem to have
everything in their arsenal needed to reach the top of their game, and seem to be going there
fast. Hot Press picked them from hundreds of bands for a competition to perform at Castlepalooza
when the band were mere months old and went on to describe their first single Burning as
'genius summed up in four and a half minutes'. They've been compared to The Spinto Band,
Neil Young and The Violent Femmes amongst others and, suitably, sound like a band that have
been together for eons. Their mastery of their individual instruments combined with their
obvious song-writing talents, keen business acumen and electric live performances have
catapulted them to a height from which they just keep rising and rising. See what all
the fuss is about on this weeks O2 Making waves and feel free to drop us a line with your
comments and opinions to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - Evil Harrisons
Genre shifting Dundalk four piece Evil Harrisons found Dublin's clique driven
'band scene' tough to break into initially. But with time, hard work, and talent, not to mention
some mesmerisingly witty, amusing and insightful lyrics, any snotty nosed pretensions that may
have lingered with some of the more self important bands vanished when it became clear just
how entertaining these boys were. They've been described as 'indie-pop-jazz-funk' by one reviewer
and have influences ranging from the 'swing' movement of the 1920's through Ira Gershwin all
the way to Prince and the New York Dolls. Their musical trademarks are their exciting, sudden
and delicious turns of pace and the variety and energy with which they cram their songs.
Any one song can easily contain a dozen different genre typical elements and the
imagination with which they are written allied to their ever increasing confidence and
assuredness in their live performances means that these boys are destined to become the
biggest thing to come out of Dundalk in years. We also have Evil Harrisons CD's to give away.
All you have to do is email us the answer to this question 'What was their second EP 'Seafood and Crab' named after?'
to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - Vesta Varro
Limerick based Vesta Varro have had their debut single hit the Irish
charts and be playlisted on Irish and UK Radio stations. After just two years together
the five piece are putting the finishing touches to their debut album 'Exit Here'
due for release soon. Others have described the music as reminiscent of early U2 and The
Cure, accolades the lads are more than happy with. Listen to what Keith and Damian have
to say about their influences, their early success, the Irish music scene and their
plans to crack the world right here on podcastingireland.ie. Send us in your thoughts
and comments to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - RedKid
Redkid, founded in 2003, have a shoeless crazed front-man, a busker from the streets of Barcelona, a drummer with a wacky style of beats, one Beatle-esk Liverpool rocker and a giant of a bass player. Their live shows are now legendary with their boundless
energetic performances and they promise to bring this live energy on to their debut album.
Red Kid are a breath of fresh air in to the
Irish music scene with a sound like no other drawing on the rawness of late 70's new wave,
ska and punk. Have a listen to the podcast where Ronan and Keith talk about their
influences, where it all began for redkid and a three foot indian statue!! This unique
group of guys not only bring their energy to the stage and their album but also in to the
studio for interview. Make sure and send us your comments to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - The Things
Dublin punk rock five piece The Things are legendary for their high octane,
unpredictable live shows. They have been together for four years playing the likes of Oxegen
and the Electric Picnic and picking up support slots for the likes of The Artic Monkeys,
Babyshambles and Thin Lizzy along the way. The debut album is set for release soon along
with an EP - Listen to what Robbie from The Things has to say about capturing that raw stage
performance sound on the album right here on podcastingireland.ie
We also have some The Things merchandise to give away – all you have to do to win some
The Things vinyl is answer this question: What is the name of the monthly night that The Things
host in Dublin?
Send your answers to us here at makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie to be in with a chance to win!
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O2 Making Waves - Hoarsebox
With four classically trained vocalists comprising Hoarsebox's four
band members, vocal acrobatics and riveting choral exchanges combined with happy infectious
instrumental interplay are the order of the day. In an era when it seems anybody with a
pretty face and a good management team can sell a record regardless of their vocal or
instrumental talents Hoarsebox are a refreshing antidote to any charlatans who offer
image before substance. With their upbeat take on life and music and their unyielding
energy and desire 'to get people moving their feet as they watch the band sweat' at their
live shows these boys deliver a sound that's not quite The Police, not quite Steely Dan,
and not quite Andy Williams but somewhere in between with dollops of ska and soul thrown
in to boot. Enjoy Hoarsebox on this weeks O2 Making Waves and drop us a line at
makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - The Chapters
Taking time out from being told you're the greatest thing since sliced bread
is no easy feat. But The Chapters, prompted by a relentless gigging schedule and the discovery
of Martin Scorcese's legendary rock documentary The Last Waltz, reached just such a point in
their musical development. They decided to enter a hibernation period, they ceased gigging and used
their newfound freedom to experiment a little. Where once the rehearsals were geared towards
impending gigs, now they were geared towards playing around with different sounds and ideas.
With a fresh perspective, The Chapters developed and honed a more pastoral, and at times dreamy,
rock sound that lies somewhere between the 'Americana' of acts such as The Band, Neil Young and
Wilco and the ambience of Pink Floyd. Check out this weeks O2 Making Waves to hear The Chapters
and feel free to email us your comments on The Chapters and the show to
makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - Star Belgrade
Star Belgrade are relative new comers to the music scene
not that you would guess! Before releasing anything, their demo 'Red Arc'
that they recorded at home caught the attention of BBC DJ Steve Lamacq and
that was it, no going back. Their fused rock and electronica sound quickly became
a regular on the radio. This exposure along with unprecedented download success
catapulted Star Belgrade to the fore of the Irish Music scene in less than a year.
To experience the Star Belgrade sensation for yourself just enter our competition.
We have 5 double guest-list passes to a Star Belgrade gig of your choice to give away.
The guys will be playing gigs all over the country in the near future! To win the
passes just register on this site, listen to the podcast and tell us where Star
Belgrade got their name from!
Email your answers to us here at makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - HWCH Special
Earlier this year the Hard Working Class Heroes festival returned
to Dublin. Over the course of three days the festival showcases the very best in
new and unsigned Irish Music. Many of the O2 Making Waves bands were playing this
year including The Immediate, Delorentos, The Mighty Stef, Bronagh Gallagher, Boss Volenti
and The Chakras. We caught up Eric Eckhart, who tells us why he feels the festival has
a family feel, Bill Coleman preparing to release his debut album and The Rags who are
no strangers to the festival! Tune in to this edition of O2 Making Waves to hear our
round up of the HWCH 06. Send us all your thoughts and comments on this last year of O2
Making Waves to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - Boss Volenti
Fresh from the release of their eponymous debut album,
Boss Volenti are basking in critical acclaim. Fast becoming known for
their explosive live shows, their hard hitting rock n roll sound is as at
home on the record as it is on the stage. The Line up was pieced together over
time in the manner of a jigsaw, with former Therapy? drummer Graham Hopkins,
being the final and essential piece.
Boss Volenti are our featured artists on this week's O2 Making Waves
and we have 5 of their debut albums to give away. To be in with a chance to win
all you have to do is listen to the podcast and answer the question at the end!
Send your answers to us here at makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - Jenny Lindfors
It would be hard to imagine Jenny Lindfors being anything other than a
musician. From a young age Jenny's family, which includes musical promoters and performers
by the bucket load, have had a telling influence on her life. With a constant abundance of
musical instruments lying around the house from such an early age it's no wonder that Jenny
is responsible for providing not only vocals, but guitar, banjo, ukulele, piano, organ and
percussion on her debut album 'When The Night Time Comes'. Not only that but having
written and produced the album herself and earned rave reviews from The Irish Times, Hot Press,
The Irish Examiner, and The Independent amongst many others, Jenny's stripped down acoustic
folk-rock looks destined to reach a much larger audience in the very near future.
You can beat the rush and discover Jenny here on O2 Making Waves. Be sure to send us your
thoughts on Jenny and the show to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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O2 Making Waves - The Marshals
Wanted: Three piece rock band with promise. It may not be the most conventional way to form a band – but
The Marshals singer Michael found exactly what he was looking for through his want ad.
Now three years later this three-piece rock act are well on their way to the front page.
Gigging their way through Dublin and Cork, playing showcase nights like The Noise Party, The Marshals spread their
sound until the record deal came looking for them. And after a string of EP’s the band are putting the finishing touches to their debut album.
The Marshals are our featured Artists on this week’s edition of O2 Making Waves. Listen to the podcast and send us in your comments
to makingwaves@podcastingireland.ie
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