Dublin
Lakerama: Talking style, sound, and the challenges of teamwork with the rising Irish duo
With their new EP dropping today, we caught up with Cork/Limerick based duo Lakerama to find out more about how they formed their image and their eclectic style. They let us in on the details of their new tracks, how they create their own sound and what’s coming up next… For those not familiar with... Read more »
Time To Techno: Joseph Capriati Comes To Dublin
The don, the mac daddy, the prince of techno, Joseph Capriati has cultivated a stellar reputation over the years as one of the most influential techno artists of his generation. From Awakenings to Timewarp, from Berghain to Fabric, the Italian is universally lauded as a supreme selector. It was perhaps his famed residency at Music... Read more »
Matador takes on ANNA’s ‘Haze Moon’, soon on RUKUS
Ireland’s finest, Matador is in for an ambitious 2017. RUKUS, his imprint, originally intended for Dublin’s live artist productions only, is officially expanding its range of artists. To kick off this new age in great style, he opens doors for Brazilian Techno exponent ANNA who delivers two outstanding original cuts that come next to an... Read more »
VONDA7 Remixes Crowhea – ‘Skipped Lines’ on Disorder [Premiere + Interview]
Berlin-based producer VONDA7 has constructed a stellar reputation with appearances on the likes of Sasha’s Last Night On Earth imprint and Pan-Pot’s Second State label, among countless top notch releases. This month, she makes her bow on Disorder with a splendid rework of Crowhea’s ‘Skipped Lines’, showcasing a soothing yet powerful, synth-laden masterpiece. We were lucky enough... Read more »
AVA Festival Releases Full Lineup
The electronic music renaissance that has taken place in Belfast over the past few years continues apace this June with the third edition of the much loved AVA Festival. Taking place over 2 days (June 2nd-3rd) the full lineup has now been revealed and it’s certainly a formidable assembly. With a heavy set of global names... Read more »
WWD March Showcase: Paddy’s Day Hangover Cure
This week has been a difficult time. The last few days we’ve spent yearning for another public holiday and a pint of Guinness; yes, the St. Patrick’s Day hangover is a struggle we must all endure. However, all is not lost, there is a foolproof cure to recover from your last weekend, it’s the next one.... Read more »
Dekmantel Soundsystem Prepare For Dublin
The fair city of Dublin is presented with a unique treat this Saturday night as the founding fathers of the renowned Dekmantel make land in our fair city at Tengu. Thomas Martojo and Casper Tielrooij do it all, from a groundbreaking label to a internationally loved series of festivals, the Dutchmen have carved out an... Read more »
New Irish Label Modern Magic Eyes Up 1st Release
Modern Magic is the newest label to come out of Dublin and they’re itching to get up and running. Founded by Conor Feeney and Aaron Costelloe, this release has been faced with a few delays but the pressings have finally arrived and they’re delighted to welcome the enigmatic Duke Slammer for their first release in... Read more »
Label Showcase: Jimmy Rouge – Orange Tree Edits [Mix + Interview]
Dubliner James Rogers aka Jimmy Rouge has enjoyed a barnstorming start to his new label Orange Tree Edits with widespread support from a plethora of industry names as well as via radio portals like BBC Radio 1. We caught up with the budding producers to get the full picture on an exciting project from one... Read more »
Upcoming: Scene + Heard takes over Dublin’s Smock Alley Theatre
Scene + Heard hits Dublin’s Smock Alley Theatre tomorrow and we’re here to let you in on what’s going on at this year’s festival. Scene + Heard is one of the most exciting events in the theatre calendar for young artists. It gives them a chance to show what they’ve been working on, and get... Read more »