Were a bit short on time today as were off to catch a few bands this evening but didn’t want to deprive you of some of the latest news so here is a roundup of information we wanted to share today but go overrun with other things and couldn’t manage time to individually announce.

Perhaps in these cases they will be easier to digest in one news piece

hopefully this covers it all.

Cian Healy to DJ at Oxegen
Last year Leinster rugby hero Cian Healy was the only act to have the privelege of playing two sets at Oxegen, opening the dance arena and also rocking the Red Bull Music Academy stage. Today he has announced he will return to Punchestown under the guise/moniker of DJ Church.

Cian Said

“Oxegen is always the highlight of my summer, Gordo and I are so excited to take the stage again. We have been working really hard over the last few months. We’re even taking a trip to Ibiza together to pick up some last minute inspiration before we head to Punchestown. The line-up is even better than last year’s, which I didn’t think was possible. Also keep an eye on the merch stand for some more Church magic”

Her Majesty & The Wolves announce Oxegen slot
Kimberly Wyatt and her musical partner Spencey Nezey have been confirmed for a slot at Oxegen this year.

Under the moniker of Her Majesty & The Wolves they will be releasing their new single “Goodbye/Goodnight” on May 27th and will be making an appearance at Oxegen on Friday 8th July.

Stone Roses Experience – The Final Coming
Looks like one of the most widely regarded tribute acts to The Stone Roses are calling it a day. They have announced their final Midnight at The Academy to take place on Friday 29th July.

Tickets for the show are €13.50 inclusive of booking fee and are on sale now. Band on stage at midnight.
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WIRE announce Whelans gig
Influential post punk innovators WIRE are coming to play Whelans in November for a special headline day. The band who formed in 1976 are coming to Dublin for a one off gig to play an intimate show in Whelans.

The gig will take place on Saturday November 26th and tickets for the show will be €20 inclusive of booking fee and go on sale Monday May 23rd at 9am.
Tickets can be obtained from Ticketmaster.ie and outlets nationwide.
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Damien Dempsey return to Vicar Street
In a show he is calling “Party On With Damien Dempsey” it appears that Damo is coming back to play Vicar Street for a very special show.

The Irish singer/songwriter is going to play with his full band and will be joined by some friend and very special guests on the night. It takes place on Friday September 9th in Vicar Street.

Tickets are €27 and are on sale from Tuesday May 24th at 9am. Tickets available from Ticketmaster.ie and outlets nationwide.

Pete Doherty upcoming Irish shows postponed
In what can’t really be described as a turn up for the books it appears that young Pete has gotten himself a six month jail term for possession of cocaine according to reports on the web.

As such the troubled star will unfortunately be unable to make the shows in The Academy, Dublin (May 27th) / Nerve Centre, Derry (May 28th) / Mandela Hall, Belfast (May 29th). Tickets for the above shows will be valid for the new dates but as always in these cases if the new dates don’t suit a refund should be available at your point of purchase.

Midnight at The Academy presents LEGEND: A Celebration in the Life & Music of Bob Marley
As part of their 30th Anniversary Tour LEGEND is a celebration of the man who was Bob Marley and the music that made him so. Featuring all the hits from Bob Marley & The Wailers you can see this special show with teh 8 piece band with brass section. Videos and visuals will be shown on the big screen with voice recordings of Marley projected around the venue.

The gig takes place in The Academy on Friday 26th August 2011. Doors are at 11:15pm and the band is on stage at midnight. Tickets for the show are €15 inclusive of booking fee and are on sale now.