Irish Music

New hilarious comedy has huge connection to one of the 21st century’s best movies

When JOE spoke to the director and stars of the acclaimed new comedy, they cited an earlier classic as a big inspiration. The Ballad of Wallis Island, a hilarious and heartfelt new comedy movie, is out in cinemas now. Currently holding a 98% Rotten Tomatoes score, the film revolves around Herb McGwyer (co-writer Tom Basden, […]

When JOE spoke to the director and stars of the acclaimed new comedy, they cited an earlier classic as a big inspiration. The Ballad of Wallis Island, a hilarious and heartfelt new comedy movie, is out in cinemas now. Currently holding a 98% Rotten Tomatoes score, the film revolves around Herb McGwyer (co-writer Tom Basden, […]

8 months ago

Legendary Irish musician serves as inspiration on one of 2025’s best movies

JOE spoke to the director and stars of the new comedy available to watch now, which has a 98% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Van Morrison was one of the main inspirations for the folk singer character at the heart of The Ballad of Wallis Island, one of 2025’s most charming movies to date. Currently holding […]

JOE spoke to the director and stars of the new comedy available to watch now, which has a 98% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Van Morrison was one of the main inspirations for the folk singer character at the heart of The Ballad of Wallis Island, one of 2025’s most charming movies to date. Currently holding […]

9 months ago

Irish music experts have decided on the ‘Best Irish Song of All Time’

A popular choice. Fifty experts involved in the Irish music industry have ranked their ‘Fifty Best Irish Songs of All Time’ and the results have been totted up. The Irish Independent-ran feature mixes tunes from heavy hitters such as Thin Lizzy and U2 with alternative favourites from the likes of Whipping Boy and For Those […]

A popular choice. Fifty experts involved in the Irish music industry have ranked their ‘Fifty Best Irish Songs of All Time’ and the results have been totted up. The Irish Independent-ran feature mixes tunes from heavy hitters such as Thin Lizzy and U2 with alternative favourites from the likes of Whipping Boy and For Those […]

1 year ago

He passed away after a short illness. It has been announced that Irish musician Talos, has sadly died aged 37. The Cork man, whose real name is Eoin French, had released electronic music under the name Talos since 2013. A post on the musician’s Instagram page reads: “It is with great sadness that we let […]

He passed away after a short illness. It has been announced that Irish musician Talos, has sadly died aged 37. The Cork man, whose real name is Eoin French, had released electronic music under the name Talos since 2013. A post on the musician’s Instagram page reads: “It is with great sadness that we let […]

1 year ago

Irish sensation CMAT nominated for Mercury Music Prize

Some deserved recognition for CMAT. Irish country-pop singer-songwriter CMAT has been nominated for the prestigious Mercury Prize by music experts in the UK. The Meath woman’s 2023 album ‘Crazymad’ earns the nomination after being received brilliantly by fans and critics since its release. The ‘I Wanna Be A Cowboy, Baby’ star was also up for […]

Some deserved recognition for CMAT. Irish country-pop singer-songwriter CMAT has been nominated for the prestigious Mercury Prize by music experts in the UK. The Meath woman’s 2023 album ‘Crazymad’ earns the nomination after being received brilliantly by fans and critics since its release. The ‘I Wanna Be A Cowboy, Baby’ star was also up for […]

1 year ago

Watch: Irish artists steal the show at Glastonbury with stunning performances

Irish music has never felt so healthy. They call Glastonbury the greatest party on earth every year, but this year is being made that bit better thanks to top performances from a range of Irish artists. The success of Irish acts since the Covid Pandemic has seen many perform at large venues across the UK […]

Irish music has never felt so healthy. They call Glastonbury the greatest party on earth every year, but this year is being made that bit better thanks to top performances from a range of Irish artists. The success of Irish acts since the Covid Pandemic has seen many perform at large venues across the UK […]

1 year ago