Lissadell Fringe Fest 2010 by Denise Rushe

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Lissadell Priority Coach Timetable

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Location depart to Ice House Hotel, Ballina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15:00 Castledargan Hotel, Ballygawley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15:00 Great Nothern Hotel, Bundoran . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15:30 Holyrood Hotel, Bundoran Main St . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15:40 Innisfree International Conference Centre . . . . . . . . . .15:30 Markree Castle, Colooney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15:00 Diamond Coast Hotel, Enniscrone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15:20 Mullaghmore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16:10 Yeats Countrey Rosses Pt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16:30 Clarion Hotel, Sligo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15:00 Clarion Hotel, Sligo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16:20 Radisson Hotel, Sligo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15:00 Radisson Hotel, Sligo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16:20 Sligo Park Hotel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15:00 Sligo town centre, Markievicz Rd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15:20 Sligo town centre, Markievicz Rd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15:40 Sligo town centre, Markievicz Rd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16:00 Sligo town centre, Markievicz Rd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16:20 Sligo town centre, Markievicz Rd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16:40 Sligo town centre, Markievicz Rd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17:00 Sligo town centre, Markievicz Rd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17:10 Sligo town centre, Markievicz Rd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17:40 Sligo town centre, Markievicz Rd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17:50 Sligo town centre, Markievicz Rd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18:00 Sligo town centre, Markievicz Rd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18:10 Sligo town centre, Markievicz Rd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18:20 Yeats Village, Sligo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15:30 Yeats Village, Sligo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16:50

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Discover Sligo is providing morning tours of Sligo over the concert period. These will operate from most hotels and the town centre and can also be booked on line at www.discoversligo.com

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LISSADELL FRINGE FESTIVAL PROGRAMME 2010

(Late bars in Sligo in association with the Vintner’s Association)

Thursday 29th July, 1:00pm Creperie Bretonne, Teeling St.

Tabby Callaghan – Rock

Born in Manchester, Karl started to learn the guitar at the age of seven. He has embraced blues, rock and jazz styles and performed all of these with many of the area's finest musicians. Karl has lately focused on playing with the six piece Bughouse Jazz Band alongside his solo work.

Thursday 29th July, 10:00pm McGarrigles, O’Connell Street

Collette Sheerin, Anna Houston & Ray Coen – Folk/traditional Sligo born Tabby Callaghan (29) is a riffing /singing /songwriting/performer with an impressive history of gigs from The Cavern, made famous by The Beatles, 'O2 in the Park' in front of 100,000 people, to sold out shows in Wembley. He's had the privilege to join some world renowned artists such as Ozzy Osbourne in the studio and share the same stage as Tom Jones and interview Rod Stewart for his documentary, "What Tabby Did Next," for ITV. The thing that matters most to Tabby is his music, with twists of Hendrix meets Bowie and a hefty tablespoon of Prince flavoured vibes.

Thursday 29th July, 7:30pm Tobergal Lane Café, Tobergal Lane

Karl Burthom – Blues, classical, rock, country & jazz Karl Burthom is a self taught classical guitarist who has been performing in the Sligo area for the last ten years.

Swiss born Anna Houston plays banjo, mandolin in this session. She is also one of the key members in the band “No Crows”. Collette Sheerin plays the flute and tin whistle and sings some very melodic folk songs. Ray Coen is a songwriter of consummate skill and a performer of the utmost integrity. A salt–of–the–earth artist, He is devoid of cynicism and deserves to be taken very seriously.

Thursday 29th July, 10:00pm Fiddler’s Creek, Rockwood Parade

Smokey & the Bandit – Country/Western Swing A covers band who play Folk and chart songs. They are a popular duo on the pub circuit.

Club Night’s - Admission may apply

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Thursday 29th July, 10:00pm

Thursday 29th July, 10:30pm

Furey’s, Bridge St.

Tobergal Lane Café, Tobergal Lane

Club Night GRAPEVINE

Carrie McCarthy – Pop/Rock Carrie is a local singer rising up in the Sligo live music scene. Having been brought up in a musical household, where her father and brother of two piece ‘Itchy and Scratchy’ soon introduced her to the wonderful world of live gigging. With influences ranging from The Beatles to Imelda May, expect a wide range of cool classic covers accompanied by her brother Sean McCarthy of Whitewater/Mackadons fame on guitar and vocals.

The best in Soul, Funk & Motown.

Friday 30th July, 4:30pm Hargadons, O’Connell St. Own A Chord – Barbershop/Accapello A novel male voice harmony group, Own A Chord were originally a barbershop quartet. Their repertoire includes many acappella arrangements which are contemporary and fun to sing. They have performed on several radio shows. The group comprises Liam Cunningham, Micki Murray, Tommie Bree and John McHugh, directed by Cass Smith.

Thursday 29th July, 10:30pm McHugh’s (upstairs), Grattan St. Live Music – 2 Bands Our Thursdays, is an exciting showcase for up and coming bands to win the opportunity to join the likes of Snow Patrol, Paolo Nutini and José González on the bill as part of this year's Arthur's Day celebrations. Spectators will all be given the chance to vote on who makes it through to the final pub showcase on August 5th.

Friday 30th July, 8:00pm Earley’s, Bridge St. Danjo – Trad/Country/Bluegrass Joe Davitt plays banjo and Danny O’Hagan guitar and vocals. These two excellent Sligo based musicians play a mix of traditional Irish music, country music and bluegrass. They are usually joined by other local musicians.

Thursday 29th July, 10:30pm McHugh’s (downstairs), Grattan St. DJ Brendan Tierney Live and interactive fun filled night with DJ Brendan – From chart to cheese.

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Friday 30th July, 9:00pm

Friday 30th July, 10:00pm

Tobergal Lane Café, Tobergal Lane

Kennedy’s, Rockwood Parade Paul McMahon & Friends – Traditional

Yvonne Cunningham Band – Latin Swing Jazz Yvonne Cunningham is a singer songwriter and voice coach. She is an accomplished performer in a variety of musical genres. Yvonne is accompanied in her performance by guitarists Bernard Tohill and Jim Meehan. The trio perform a broad mix of Latin, Swing Jazz and ballads drawn from the Great American Songbook. If your music is Ella Fitzgerald meets Blossom Dearie with a little bit of Duke Ellington, stop by and hear this trio of accomplished jazz musicians.

Claudia Swab – Fiddle Marie Munnily – Concertina Paul Mc Mahon – Guitar/Banjo

Friday 30th July, 10:00pm Foley’s, Castle Street Michael Lavelle & Sean Lynch – Traditional Friends since early childhood, Michael and Seán successfully competed in Fleadhanna Cheol throughout their school years. They now regularly bring their combination of Uilleann pipes, Scottish small pipes, Border pipes, concert flute and whistles to seisúin in Sligo, Galway,Carlow and Mayo. Living in Achill Island, Co Mayo, has given these young musicians an appreciation for things of beauty and the unique musical style they have developed clearly resonates with the sounds of the sea.

Friday 30th July, 10:00pm Shennanigan’s, Bridge St. DJ Bulmers – 70s and 80s disco

Friday 30th July, 10:00pm Hargadons, O’Connell Street The Odd Couple – Jazz

Friday 30th July, 10:00pm

The Odd Couple is a Sligo based piano trio specialising in jazz versions of pop tunes, TV Themes and classic jazz standards. The group features Kieran Quinn, piano, Eddie Lee double bass and Ken McDonald, drums. The Odd couple has gained some notoriety for its quirky arrangements of classics such as "Bohemian Rhapsody", "Riverdance - The Piano Trio Version" and "Variations on A-Team" amongst others.

Glasshouse Hotel, Hyde Bridge Dean Mahon – Folk/Rock Dean Mahon is a dynamic singer/songwriter based in Sligo's Gateway City performing classic hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and naughty's in his own unique style. Dean is a singer whose versatility and superior vocal ability means he is comfortable singing anything from rock to folk.

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Friday 30th July, 10:00pm

Belfry, Thomas St. Disco Bar DJ Ciaran Carty – Disco Bar

Fiddler’s Creek, Rockwood Parade Penthouse Flowers – Pop Hughie Lowry on guitar and Deckie Doyle on drums play a popular mix of covers.

Ciaran has spent more than half his life entertaining the club loving public both in Ireland and abroad. He uses his vast music knowledge like a weapon of mass dancefloor destruction. Ciaran's the ultimate party starter!

Friday 30th July, 10:30pm Harp Tavern, Quay St. The Quay Street Trad Session - Traditional

Friday 30th July, 10:30pm

Kevin O’Brien – Accordion Harry Mc Gowan – Flute Pat Sweeney – Banjo Sean Dwyer - Guitar

Shoot The Crows, Grattan St. James O’Connor and Audrey Trainor – Folk/Rock James O’Connor a 24 year old musician from Laois, has been writing songs for years. 2007 marked hisfirst appearance in the Irish charts with his playlisted track “Mr. Moon” appearing on the top 5 album “Our Space”. In April of this year, James and his musical collaborator, Audrey Trainor reached No.9 in the Top 50 singles with their debut EP "Falling Up". After teaming up with Audrey Trainor, a classically trained violinist and music lecturer from County Louth , they have performed all around Ireland, the UK and the USA with headline shows and opening for such artists as The Walls, The Waterboys - Steve Wickham, Bell X1’s – Dave Geraghty, Miss Paula Flynn, Mick Flannery and most recently the 4 of Us.

Friday 30th July, 10:30pm McHugh’s (upstairs), Grattan St. The T-Town Bottlestoppers – Alternative Folk/Pop It is difficult to capture in ink the magic of this band who use a spectrum of instruments from saws to tubas in their live set. With influences ranging from Johnny Cash to Bo Diddley to The Super Furry Aminals they mix spoken word tales of the macabre with operetta styled sea shanties, singing love songs and hate songs that will sonically transport you from a 50s Memphis diner to an uber-cool indie club in Berlin and back again! Currently recording their eagerly anticipated debut album with Leo Pearson (Elvis Costello, U2, Christy Moore) these Kilkenny-based lads deliver toe-tapping sunshine wherever they land.

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ances a magical experience.. Niamh sings with a beautiful velvet sean nos voice and is a mistress of the concert flute with her strong Sligo style. Elsa's harp playing has a strong uplifting rhythm, and her vibrant accompaniment marries Niamh's playing wonderfully. The combination of the flute and harp produces a soft sweet sound.

McHugh’s (downstairs), Grattan St. DJ Tom Clarke – Current Chart Hits

Friday 30th July, 10:30pm Tobergal Lane Café, Tobergal Lane Global Disco – Club Night Groovy Beats from all around the world. Salsa, Afrobeats, Balkan bangers.

Saturday 31st July, 1:00pm Sligo Park Hotel, Pearse Road Three Play – Jazz Eddie Lynch ( piano ), and Eddie Mc Farlane ( guitar ) have played on the jazz scene in the North West for years. Both hail from Donegal and have played together in various formats. This included their well known residency in Sligo where visiting musicians such as Louis Stewart, Mike Neilsen, Richie and Michael Buckley have joined them on stage. They have recently teamed up with a young talented bass player, Stephen Gallagher, also from Donegal. This trio -d "Threeplay" – create the popular sound of easy listening, mainstream jazz.

Friday 30th July, 11:00pm Toffs Nightclub, JFK Parade FANtastic Fridays – Disco/Club DJ Ciaran Carty Ciaran has spent more than half his life entertaining the club loving public both in Ireland and abroad. He uses his vast music knowledge like a weapon of mass dancefloor destruction. Ciaran's the ultimate party starter!

Saturday 31st July, 11:30am

Saturday 31st July, 1:30pm

Lyons Café, Wine Street Breakfast Club – Elsa Kelly & Niamh Farrell – Traditional

Radisson Blu Hotel, Ballincar, Rosses Point Jackk and Jones – Folk/Country Rock Jackk and Jones is a new duo of Leon Mooney on guitar /harmonica and Leslie Jones on mandolin. They play an eclectic mix of folk, rock and country with a traditional bluegrass twist.

Niamh Farrell and Elsa Kelly are talented young Sligo musicians who have been playing together for many years and have refined a blend and tone that makes their perform-

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Saturday 31st July, 3:00pm

This is a high energy show drawing on influences from the Appalachian Mountains integrated with songs from Neil Young to Steve Earle.

Café Arabica, Bridge Street Aoife Grennan – Folk Aoife Grennan lives in Strandhill, Co. Sligo. She has been gigging in Sligo from the age of 16, starting in McLynn’s pub. She has also played gigs alongside her dad, popular local musician Gerry Grennan, and in a session with singer/songwriter Paul Brady.

Saturday 31st July, 1:30pm Kennedy’s, Rockwood Parade Paul McMahon and Friends – Traditional Traditional Irish Music Session, in Flannagans Traditional Irish Pub, 30th July 10pm and 31st July 1.30pm. Claudia Swab, Fiddle/ Marie Munnily, Concertina/ Paul McMahon, Guitar and Banjo.

Saturday 31st July, 3:00pm Twinkles, Union Street Hannah and Nell Kelly – Traditional Hannah Kelly (concertina) & Nell Kelly (fiddle) are two cracking young trad musicians from Rathcormack Sligo.They were winners of the all Ireland Duet competition in 2007 and Nell is the current u 12 All Ireland Fiddle champion. They play a range of great music including many Sligo style compositions as well as newly composed tunes - “ driving music of the highest quality”.

Saturday 31st July, 3:00pm Hargadons, O’Connell St. Louisiana Joyride – Funky Country If you like your music raw, drenched in whiskey and set to a funky country beat then this trio are full of surprises and not to be missed. Comprising Orla Lynch, Owen McNulty and Russty Li-Nesbitt (formerly of the Jim Armstrong Band), Louisiana Joyride have attracted a lot of attention since forming in late 2008. They have played in festivals countyrywide including Open House Festival, Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival, Belfast Nashville Festival, Kilkenny Rhythm and Roots Festival... as well as a host of other gigs up and down the country. Having recently returned from a support tour with Tommy Ramones bluegrass outfit - Uncle Monk - the band have begun recording their debut album for release later this year.

Saturday 31st July, 3:00pm Café Mezzanine, Quayside SC, Wine Street The T-Town Bottlestoppers Alternative Folk/Pop It is difficult to capture in ink the magic of this band who use a spectrum of instruments from saws to tubas in their live set.

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potentially one of the most promising in the traditional idiom. The rich tones of the Irish harp are brought to this group by Elsa Kelly, harp. Jos and Ted playing accordion, piano, banjo and guitar are the rhythmical powerhouse of the group with their most imaginative instrumental arrangements. ‘The Irish Music Magazine’.

With influences ranging from Johnny Cash to Bo Diddley to The Super Furry Aminals they mix spoken word tales of the macabre with operetta styled sea shanties, singing love songs and hate songs that will sonically transport you from a 50s Memphis diner to an uber-cool indie club in Berlin and back again! Currently recording their eagerly anticipated debut album with Leo Pearson( Elvis Costello, U2, Christy Moore) these Kilkenny-based lads deliver toe-tapping sunshine wherever they land.

Saturday 31st July, 5:00pm McHugh’s, Grattan St. The Brand New Switcheroo – Bluegrass/Folk

Saturday 31st July, 4:00pm

With just one guitar and one fiddle which swap hands throughout the act (the famous switcheroo which accounts for the origin of the bands name) there's a certain simplicity to the mix of blues, bluegrass and folk music that brothers Diarmuid and Brían Glynn produce. However, the appeal of The Brand New Switcheroo lies in the blend of the two voices, which has been compared to the Everly Brothers as well as to old time bluegrass duos.

Café Fleur, O’Connell St. Sarah Crummy – Pop Sarah Crummy is a new upcoming act. The singer/songwriter from Sligo town has played piano for seven years and also plays the guitar. She won the midlands final of 'stars in yer eyes' and represented the Ursuline college in 'our schools got talent' which she came second in. She covers many songs from a range of genres and also plays some original songs which she wrote.

Saturday 31st July, 10pm Saturday 31st July, 4:00pm

Earley’s, Bridge St. Carousel – American & Irish Country

Furey’s, Bridge St. Spraoi – Traditional

Michael Kilroy on guitar and vocals and PJ Mc Tiernan on keyboards and backing vocals. This duo play a lot of Irish and American country from Johnny Cash to Johnny Mc Evoy, and upbeat numbers including The Rivers of Babylon and Amarillo. All suitable for dancing.

Spraoi (Winners of the Siansa Gael Linn competition 2009) have a new and distinctive approach to traditional music with great harmonies and dynamic arrangements of both old and new compositions. Unique to the group is the explosive African influenced percussion playing of Paddy Hazelton. Niamh Farrell’s voice is recognized as

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Saturday 31st July, 10pm

Saturday 31st July, 10:30pm

Shenanigans, Bridge St. DJ Princess – Pop/Disco

Harp Tavern, Quay Street The Breffni Blues Boys – Western Swing/Country Blues The Breffni Blues Boys are Henry and David Pierce on guitar mandolin and vocals, and Leo Morrison on banjo and guitar. They play a mixture of their own songs and covers, from Hank and Jimmy Rogers to Bob Wills and the Texas Playboys. If you like Western Swing and Country Blues these are the ‘boys’ for you.

Saturday 31st July, 10pm Foley’s, Castle Street Seamus Hernon & Rodney Lancashire Traditional Seamus Hernon is a native of Gurteen County Sligo and has been playing flute since he was six years old. Rodney Lancashire is from Cootehill County Cavan and plays bouzouki, mandolin, banjo and concertina.

Saturday 31st July, 10:30pm McGarrigles, O’Connell Street The Rye – Trad/Rock/Blues/Soul The Rye are an extraordinary fivepiece from the West Coast of Ireland. They present one of the freshest and most exciting approaches to Irish Music heard in recent times. Mike Farragher of the Irish Voice puts it thus: “The Rye play, in their words, ‘savage driven ceoil.’ They throw together modern rock melodies into a stew of expert traditional playing, turn-on-a-dime chops rarely seen outside a lower Manhattan jazz club.”

Saturday 31st July, 10pm Rendezvous, Holborn St. DJ Dessie – 60s, 70s & 80s Disco

Saturday 31st July, 10pm

Saturday 31st July, 10:30pm

Fiddler’s Creek, Rockwood Parade Disco Bar

McHugh’s, Grattan Street DJ Terry Duffy – Disco

Saturday 31st July, 10:00pm Glasshouse Hotel, Hyde Bridge Live Entertainment by Scott Entertainment

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Calling all kids…. From 6 – 12 years old

O’Connell Street, Saturday 31st July from 2 – 5.30pm

The street will be closed to traffic and open to fun all afternoon. As well as great live music and dance, there will be wonderful workshops with Ireland’s leading carnival production group, Workhouse Studios: • Mask making • Carnival headdress workshop • Make and learn to play your own percussion instruments For those who prefer a bit of peace and quiet, there will be Clay Modelling Sessions with Rachel Quinn Ceramics. Or you can “Make Your Own Hedgehogs” with Dympna & Mags. (This is suitable for 3 – 11 year olds). There will be Balloon Modelling with Elizabeth Jacobs, Face Painting, Stilt Walking and lots more....

Music for the afternoon provided by: Louisiana Joyride, The Brand New Switcheroo, The Breffni Boys, JPT Trio, Breeda & Aiden Shannon, Gavin Strappe & Jamie Mc Keogh, Aisling (Deirdre Farrell & Hannah & Megan Duffy), Celtic Flare, T-Town Botllestoppers. All Ireland dancing champions, Emmet Mc Morrow & Aiden Mc Loughlin will demonstrate their fancy footwork. To round off the afternoon there will be a carnival parade organised by Workhouse Studios. Participants in the carnival workshops will be provided with costumes for this. Everyone else is encouraged to dress up and join in!

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French Market brings a touch of Paris to Sligo One of the many attractions as part of the Lissadell Fringe Festival is the French Market in the town centre on

Friday 30th, Saturday 31st and Sunday 1st August Rockwood Parade will be the focus for the invasion of the French which will feature the best in native French produce. It will provide a touch of Paris to downtown Sligo. Shoppers will be spoilt with a selection of Brittany biscuits, sweets and candles, savoury crepes, oriental pattisseries and dried fruits, together with continental style pick and mix confectionary. Those who are not into French cuisine can enjoy the wonderful selection of arts and crafts that the market provides. Marseille soaps and lavender bunches, Belgian candles, 3D optical glass, toys, wooden letters and sea angels, sweaters from Peru, padded jackets, Italian handbags and cashmere sweaters, pashminas and scarves, jewellery from Paris and much more.

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Saturday 31st July, 10:30pm

Saturday 31st July, 11:00pm

Belfry, Thomas Street Spiderbaby – Rock

Toff’s Nightclub, JFK Parade DJ Ciaran Carty – Disco

Caitlin Coultry (vocals / guitar), Erin Langan (vocals / bass), Paddy Langan (guitar) and Marcus Hunt (drums), play a wide variety of covers - everything from the Cranberries, Tina Turner and the Gossip to Neil Young and GnR - as well as some of their own material. The band stands out because of the two female guitarists up front. They certainly don't look like most bands playing the same venues. And it’s not all about looks either!

Saturday 31st July, 11:30pm

Saturday 31st July, 10.30pm

McGarrigles, O’Connell Street Late DJ – World Music

Tobergal Lane Café, Tobergal Lane THE MOON – Club Night

Sunday 1st August, 12:00am

Sligo’s finest eclectic mix. Prepare to be surprised! RocknRoll, Reggaeton, Ska Funk, Breakbeat, Disco Electro.

Osta, Hyde Bridge Rhob Cunningham – Folk Rock Sporting the considerable talents of the likes of Lisa Hannigan, Cathy Davey and Jenny Lindfors, Rhob Cunningham's musical project has piqued the interest of just about anyone who's heard it. Rhob has spent the last few years playing songs and breaking E strings in every venue imaginable in Ireland. This incessant touring has led to supporting roles for such artists as Lisa Hannigan, Bell X1, Cathy Davey, Mundy, Mick Flannery and the late John Martyn, as well as backing vocal duties on Hannigan's debut album 'Sea Sew'.

Saturday 31st July, 11pm Clarence Hotel, Wine St. Tucan Túcan, are an instrumental acoustic guitar based group hailing from Sligo. They are a genre splitting band who defy classification, with influences ranging from Tool to Paco de Luciato Frank Zappaand even Kíla. They are one of the most exciting Irish bands on the live scene in Ireland with an explosive show that spellbinds audiences leaving them gasping for breath. With Support Followed By Dj's Playing Funk, Latin, House.

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Sunday 1st August, 1:00pm Harp Tavern, Quay Street The Jazz Ladds - Jazz

The girls note: “We have been playing Irish music since we were able to first blow into a tin whistle. Arranging and performing our wonderful traditional music has been so much fun.”

The Jazz Ladds are Sligo's longest established band. Though originally known as a traditional jazz band, they now include in their programme Latin American (Salsa etc.), Blues, Country and even the odd old time waltz, when required. They are a 5 piece Band, playing trumpet, tenor saxophone, clarinet, harmonica, lead guitars, bass, rhythm guitar and drums. Four members also feature on vocals.

Sunday 1st August, 2:30 pm Belfry, Thomas St. The Big Jigs – Celtic Rock The Big Jigs are a Rock n Reel Party Band who can play just about any style of music, from Techno Trad & Ceili, to Rockin out ACDC Hits - Kerry Polka Style! Originally from Temple Bar Dublin & after several World Tours, The Jigs recently moved to Sligo & Donegal where their vast range of Music, High Energy and Craic, have made them most sought after Wedding Hooley Band in the North West! Tommy Byrne Bagpipes, Uilleann Pipes, Fiddle, Whistles, Bodhran. Figs Cunningham - Acoustic and Electric Guitars, Mandolin and The Voice. Kenny Fingers Donagher - Button Accordions and Bass.

Sunday 1st August, 2:00pm Tobergal Lane Café, Tobergal Lane JPT-Trio – Jazz Trad fusion Described as 'the new cutting edge of fused traditional music' by Martin O'Connor, the JPTrio are an inventive and fresh new trio. All three musicians are founding members of Spraoi. Heavily influenced by jazz along with Irish music the group are unique and exciting fusing both genres to create a brand new sound.

Sunday 1st August, 3:00pm Hargadons, O’Connell Street Ultan Conlon Band – Folk Galway-based Loughrea singer songwriter Ultan Conlon's sound could be described most appropriately as sitting on the Neil Young/Ryan Adams side of folk, both of whom he cites as influences in his songwriting, along with Ron Sexsmith, Bob Dylan, Leonard Cohen & Richard Hawley. Conlon released critically acclaimed debut album Bless Your Heart in Nov 2009 "The most impressive Irish debut since Damien Rice's O", according to The Evening Herald & Hotpress's Olaf Tyaransen.

Sunday 1st August, 2:30pm Grappa, Rockwood Parade Celtic Flare – Traditional Connacht Trio champions Celtic Flare musicians Nell Kelly (fiddle), Hannah Kelly (concertina), & Aine Martin ( harp) play sweet trad music with a distinct Sligo style.

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Sunday 1st August, 3:00pm

Sunday 1st August, 8:00pm

Glasshouse Hotel, Hyde Bridge Own A Chord – Barbershop

McGarrigles, O’Connell Street Sunday Mass – Trad/Folk/Rock/Blues

A novel male voice harmony group, Own A Chord were originally a barbershop quartet. Their repertoire includes many acappella arrangements which are contemporary and fun to sing. They have performed on several radio shows. The group comprises Liam Cunningham, Micki Murray, Tommie Bree and John McHugh, directed by Cass Smith. Pre Concert Menu.

People are flocking to Sunday M.A.S.S. at McGarrigles Bar, Sligo, every Sunday at 7pm. Local musicians from different genres meet with their instruments and Jam! A core of four musicians invite special guests every week to join in. There is no set list so the night is full of musical surprises for the M.A.S.S. goers and musicians alike!

Sunday 1st August, 8:00pm Sunday 1st August, 4:30pm

Kennedy’s, Rockwood Parade Jackk and Jones – Folk/Country Rock

Koko Latte, Quayside, SC Wayne O’Connor – Folk

Jackk and Jones is a new duo of Leon Mooney on guitar /harmonica and Leslie Jones on mandolin. They play an eclectic mix of folk, rock and country with a traditional bluegrass twist. This is a high energy show drawing on influences from the Appalachian Mountains integrated with songs from Neil Young to Steve Earle.

Originally from Wexford, Wayne has played extensively in venues around the country supporting the likes of Damien Dempsey, Mundy, John Spillane and many more. With a wide variety of varied influences such as Pearl Jam, Johnny Cash, U2 and more, he has won admirers for his strong vocals, smart lyrics and entertaining stage presence with Hot Press magazine saying that he is "one of a select number of musicians in the West with enough charisma to make it big."

Sunday 1st August, 9:00pm Radisson Blu Hotel – Ballincar, Rosses Point Our Little Secrets Our Little Secrets, the Dublin-based band whose debut album is currently coming up for air, are the collective efforts of chief composer Rhob Cunningham, pictured above, and a merry band of likeminded cohorts. Sporting the considerable talents of the likes of Lisa Hannigan, Cathy Davey and Jenny Lindfors, Rhob Cunningham's musical project has piqued the interest of just about anyone who's heard it.

'The Rousing Session'... Live at KoKo Latte, an intimate pre-gig set from one of Sligo's best vocalists, guaranteed to stir the emotions and rouse the heartstrings...a perfect preamble to the big gig at Lissadell.

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A great backer of tunes and also is know to sing a few songs as well. Dave Sheridan – Flute - is one such instrumentalist and comes from the tiny village of Killargue, halfway between Manorhamilton and Drumkeeran. Dave is not just a dab hand on the flute, but the button accordion and low whistle too.

Sunday 1st August, 10:00pm Belfry, Thomas St. DJ Trolley – Disco bar Glen, otherwise known as Dj Trolley, always brings something fresh to the dancefloor. His hienergy sets have entertained many a club or festival including Oxegen with the famous headphone disco. Glen's a wizard on the decks and always has the floor pumpin'!

Sunday 1st August, 10:30pm Shoot The Crows, Grattan Street The Big Jigs – Celtic Rock The Big Jigs are a Rock n Reel Party Band who can play just about any style of music, from Techno Trad & Ceili, to Rockin out ACDC Hits - Kerry Polka Style! Originally from Temple Bar Dublin & after several World Tours, The Jigs recently moved to Sligo & Donegal where their vast range of Music, High Energy and Craic, have made them most sought after Wedding Hooley Band in the North West! Tommy Byrne Bagpipes, Uilleann Pipes, Fiddle, Whistles, Bodhran. Figs Cunningham - Acoustic and Electric Guitars, Mandolin and The Voice. Kenny Fingers Donagher - Button Accordions and Bass.

Sunday 1st August, 10:00pm Rendezvous, Holborn Street DJ Dessie - 60s, 70s and 80s Disco

Sunday 1st August, 10:00pm Fiddler’s Creek, Rockwood Parade Disco Bar - Disco

Sunday 1st August, 10:30pm Foleys, Castle Street Declan Courell, Sean Carroll & Dave Sheridan – Traditional

Sunday 1st August, 10:30pm Harp Tavern, Quay Street Quay Street Band – Eclectic Mix

Sean Carroll – Accordionhails from Teesan, Drumcliffe, Co.Sligo and was taught to play accordion by his father Michael, originally from Co. Leitrim who played with the well known Leitrim Ceili Group. Declan Courell – Guitar - is based in Sligo and originally from Co Mayo. He is a well-known player at sessions in Sligo.

This four piece band consists of – Sean Dwyer on guitar and vocals, Martin McGowan on guitar, Aiden Kerins on base and Flukie Gorman on drums. Enjoy the sounds of The Beatles, The Stones, U2 and Tom Petty.

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Sunday 1st August, 10:30pm

Sunday 1st August, 10.30pm

McHugh’s (downstairs), Grattan St. DJ Scruffy Duffy – Disco/Chart Hits

McHughs (upstairs) , Grattan Street Michael Gormley – Rock

Scruffy is without doubt one of the most experienced and professional DJ’s in Ireland. From his highly successful karaoke shows in the Canary and Channel islands, he has established himself as one of the most influential and respected entertainers in his profession.

Originally hailing from Cambridge England, Sligo based rocker Michael Gormley is playing a handful of acoustic gigs around Sligo while preparing for a Uk and Ireland tour this Autumn to promote his debut album "Dance to your own beat".

Sunday 1st August, 10:30pm

Sunday 1st August, 11:00pm

Silver Apple, Lower Edward Street Supper Club with Ultan Conlon – Folk

Shenanigans, Bridge Street Soulfood – Funkysoulfulgrooves – Dance Music SoulFood is a club nite which takes place monthly upstairs in Shenanigans. The SoulFood Collective consists of local Sligo DJS BARRON & ROGERO and VJ BARRY F to bring you a nite of visuals and deepfunkydiscotechouse music.

Conlon released critically acclaimed debut album Bless Your Heart in Nov 2009 "The most impressive Irish debut since Damien Rice's O", according to The Evening Herald & Hotpress's Olaf Tyaransen. The supper club at the silver apple presents music with great local food. We are offering a choice of producer plates based on fab Sligo produce accompanied by a glass of wine.

Sunday 1st August, 11:00pm Tobergal Lane Café, Tobergal Lane Supper Club with Collette Sheerin and Shane Reynolds – Folk/Traditional

Sunday 1st August, 10:30pm

Collette Sheerin, has worked extensively on the traditional and folk scene in Ireland over the last number of years. She and Shane will play a selection of original songs and instrumentals as well as some class traditional tunes and folk songs. You could really round off the evening at Tobergal Lane’s Supper Club by booking for their delicious buffet supper which showcases the best of Sligo produce.

Earley’s, Bridge Street Liam Murphy – Country & Western One of Irelands top northwest pub entertainers, Liam specialises in country & western , Irish traditional & sixtys music.

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Sunday 1st August, 11:00pm

Monday, 2nd August, 10:00pm

Toffs Nite Club, JFK Parade Super Sundays - DJ Trolley – Disco/Club

Harp Tavern, Quay St. Traditional Session The Harp Tavern is well known for its excellent Monday night Trad sessions. A great way to start the week.

Glen, otherwise known as Dj Trolley, always brings something fresh to the dancefloor. His hi-energy sets have entertained many a club or festival including Oxegen with the famous headphone disco. Glen's a wizard on the decks and always has the floor pumpin'!

Monday, 2nd August, 10:00pm

Sunday 1st August, 11:00pm

Furey’s, Bridge St. This Side Up – Hip Hop / Rap Party

Mc Garrigles, O’Connell Street World Music Late DJ - Disco

"This Side Up",are an all original Hip Hop group hailing from the badlands of Sligo. They rock funky fresh west coast (of Ireland) rhymes over head nodding homemade beats. From the true hip hoppers to the converted skeptics everybody enjoys watching This Side Up raise the roof.

Monday, 2nd August, 5:30pm Tobergal Lane Café, Tobergal Lane Trad Banjo Duel – Traditional TRAD BANJO DUEL Ted Kelly & Gavin Strappe (Banjos ) with a rendition of great irish banjo music from The Flanagan brothers to new compositions of today.The lads are joined by Paddy Hazelton (Bodhran & Percussion), & Jamie Keogh ( Guitar ) for a rollicking good session.

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Wednesday, 4th August, 6.00pm County Sligo Races, Cleveragh, Sligo Races – Ladies Day A chance for the human fillies to go on parade in high fashion and amazing hats. Careful you don’t get too distracted from the serious business of racing.

Wednesday 4th August, 7.30pm Glasshouse Hotel, Hyde Bridge Comhaltas SEISIUN – Traditional For a memorable night of “Ceoil agus Craic”, the Comhaltas show, Seisiun, which is held every Wednesday night during July and August, should not be missed. The stage show of Irish music, song and dance is followed by an informal traditional session during which the audience is encouraged to participate.

Thursday, 5th August, 5.35pm County Sligo Races, Cleveragh, Sligo Races Relax and enjoy the panoramic views of the beautiful Sligo lanscape while having a flutter.

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KEY Sligo dates for your diary 24 Jul. – 6th Aug. 30 Jul. 30 Jul. – 1st Aug. 31 Jul. – 2nd Aug. 4-9 Aug. 4 Aug. 5 Aug. 5-8 Aug. 6-11 Aug. 16-20 Aug. 24 Aug. 27-28 Aug. 27-29 Aug. 9-11 Sept. 29 Sept-2 Oct. 29-30 Sept. 3-5 Oct. 21-25 Oct. 12-14 Nov.

Yeats International Summer School www.yeats-sligo.com Ballymote Heritage Weekend www.ballymoteheritage.com James Morrison 18th Traditional Music Festival www.morrison.ie Curry Goat Fair Carmel Gunning International Summer School www.carmelgunning.com Sligo Races (E) Sligo Races Black Pig Festival Enniscrone www.westsligo.com Tubbercurry Old Fair Day Festival Sligo Yacht Club host the Mirror European Championships Sligo Races www.sligocountyraces.com Warriors Run Fest www.warriorsfestival.com Coleman Traditional Festival www.colemanirishmusic Temple House Festival www.templehousefestival.ie Sligo October Fest Sligo Races Festival of Baroque Music www.themodel.ie Sligo Live Festival www.sligolive.ie Sligo International Choral Fest www.sligochoralfest.org

Exhibitions @ The Model 25th July – 3 Oct. www.themodel.ie Jack B Yeats - The Outsider. Duncan Campbell: Make It New John Children’s Programme @ The Model 25th July - 12th Sept. Inside Out / Outside In.

Eagles Flying - www.eaglesflying.com Free Guided Walking Tour of Sligo City Depart: Tourist Information Office @ 11am Tues – Fri inclusive 22

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Discover Sligo is providing morning tours of Sligo over the concert period. These will operate from most hotels and the town centre and can also be booked on line at www.discoversligo.com

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