Second albums are notoriously difficult to get right, especially when your first one gained you recognition and launched your career. Tieranniesaur are no exception, their sophomore album ‘DIYSCO’ is a big departure from their self-titled début. Things kick off with a song simply titled intro. The whole song consists of a repetitive beat with the band chanting “D.I.Y.S.C.O” for a minute [...]

The Milk Carton Kids have already achieved more in the few short years that they’ve been together than most bands do in their entire careers. The have released three brilliant albums in record time and can even count Amanda Seyfried as a fan. Goldenplec caught up with Kenneth Pattengale and Joey Ryan aka The Milk Carton Kids ahead of their Dublin gig in Whelans. [...]

Low Sea are a snyth pop duo comprising of vocalist Billie and multi-instrumentalist Bobby D. Low Sea’s music has been described as being like “Julee Cruise on sedatives” and their new album is eagerly awaited by those in the know.  Goldenplec caught up with one half of the duo, Billie, to talk about their new album, their inspirations and what [...]

Although they are still relatively newcomers to the Dublin music scene Riot tapes have already made quite an impression, and 2013 looks set to be their best year yet. Goldenplec caught up with guitarist Chris O’Brien to talk about their début album, their plans for the year, and why he wont be shaving his head any time soon. You guys have only been together a [...]

Many bands have tried and failed to capture the raw energy and passion they display in their live sets, but The Jim Jones revue are the exception to the rule. Their third offering ‘The Savage Heart’ radiates just that. The album was produced by Jim Sclavunos of Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds and Grinderman fame, which isn’t surprising as The Jim Jones revue like to [...]

It’s only been five years since The Jim Jones Revue released their début album but already they’ve made quite an impression. They’ve played Letterman and Jools Holland, and can count Liam Gallagher and Nick Cave among their fans. Goldenplec caught up with front man Jim Jones to discuss the new album, their upcoming tour, and what the future holds for the London quintet. GP: You released a new album late [...]

Madness at The O2, Dublin on November 28th 2012 Harrington jackets, fez hats, sunglasses and loafers seemed to be the outfit of choice on Wednesday night as Madness made a welcome return to Dublin’s O2 arena. Support act Man like me failed to make a big impression with the crowd despite their enthusiasm. They were energetic, upbeat and listenable, but [...]

Dublin based Indie band Autumn Owls, have been knocking around a good 6 years now. Three friends playing indie rock music, it’s the usual dream of friends forming a band to go play around the world. In their six years together they have toured the US and Europe and have hit SXSW, NXNE and Canadian Music week among their list [...]

Former Searhorses frontman Chris Helme is back with his second solo album ‘The Rookery’. It’s been four long years since his solo début ‘Ashes’ was released, Saranne Murray caught up with Chris to talk about how he has grown musically in that time, what fans can expect from his new album, and what the future holds for the musician. What [...]

Dublin punk pioneers The Radiators From Space have recently re-emerged with a brand new album “Sound City Beat”. The 18-track / 54 minutes collection features covers from the bands heroes and contemporaries, and draws inspiration from the David Bowie album “Pin ups”. Saranne Murray caught up with guitarist Steve Rapid to talk about the bands past, present, and future. You [...]