To celebrate the 240th Local Selection mix, Cork-native, NYC-based selector STE-VÍ, once half of the Hanley Brothers, takes us on a journey through the golden age of techno. Mixed entirely on vinyl, the young selector glides through a collection of tribal-kissed 90s classics featuring cuts from Marco Bailey, DJ Shufflemaster, Joris Voorn, Hardcell, and others. New York-based techno artist STE-VÍ creates a unique blend of driving techno and groove. The energetic DJ is influenced by late 90s/early 2000s techno, but he also includes recent cuts while keeping his gaze fixed on the record shelves ..read more

The Irish dance music scene can be a cold and unforgiving place for promoters, dancers, and DJs; trying to carve out something different and imaginary is difficult in this often restrictive space for artists and free-thinkers. Although the laws that govern our creative spaces may lay down an iron fist that tries to actually stamp out individuality, some parties are carving out their own radically unique spaces and breaking the mould in 2024. Restrictive licencing rules, growing living costs, the failure to abolish SEOs, and a scarcity of late-night venues are only the tip of the iceberg when i ..read more

We’re pleased to offer Irish favourite Kaycee’s debut single, ‘No Escape’, as a free download. The Dubliner’s inaugural release is a tribute to the 90s, blurring the borders between house, techno, trance, and the distinctive UK rave-inspired sound she has become synonymous with. Kasey Keating, better known as Kaycee, has been a vital element of the Irish dance music scene during the previous half-decade. The multi-genre selector’s extensive knowledge of dance music has resulted in a productive run of performances since her debut on the scene. The sounds of the 1990s heavily influence Kaycee’s ..read more

CUPRA takes over our Local Selection Mix Series with the five finalists from their ‘ON THE PULSE’ DJ Competition, which is aimed to assist in developing the next generation of Irish talent. Rising artists Aldar Agd, Brawni, Charlois, Cian Bolger, and RJ THE DJ join our mix series ahead of the final where they will perform at Tengu on May 23rd. CUPRA‘s On The Pulse DJ competition has reached its final stages, and five finalists have emerged from a mountain of high-quality local DJ mixes from entirely emerging artists, highlighting the incredible amount of talent developing from the Emerald Isle ..read more

Disclosure are set to perform a one-of-a-kind open-air set at The Guinness Brewery in Dublin on May 18th. Other Irish and international acts will be announced soon alongside with tickets available from Tuesday, May 7th, at noon from the Guinness Storehouse website. Disclosure has been announced as the headliner for an open-air gig at the Guinness Brewery. Lovely Day hosts the one-of-a-kind showcase on Saturday, May 18th, at the Guinness Storehouse. More Irish and international artists are set to be announced, as will a culinary festival featuring Man Street Kitchen, Mani Pizza, Mamma’s Boy Foo ..read more

Cork-based collective, DOLLHAUS, hosted an all-day takeover of Project Radio earlier this month with an all-star roster of Irish female techno artists. The takeover hosts mixes from DOLLHAUS founder, Taureen, alongside, MEDA, Emmie, Mejmi, Tamisya, Ayolxi, and more. DOLLHAUS has been paving the way for inclusive techno events in Cork. Taureen, the founder, has been arranging all-female lineups, providing a platform for Irish female techno artists to grow, connect, and exhibit their talent. The party’s most recent endeavour saw it take over the Scottish airwaves with an all-day takeover of Proj ..read more

Jaguar of BBC Radio 1 touches down in Dublin for Rockshore’s Après Sea event in Portmarnock on Sunday with Rudimental and Dave Treacy. We speak with the London-based DJ, broadcaster, and tastemaker about her love of radio, the necessity of promoting emerging artists, community development, industry equity, her return to Ireland, and more. Jaguar Bingham’s résumé in radio, DJing, community work, campaigning, and tastemaking is among the most distinguished in the UK. The award-winning BBC broadcaster is the face and voice of the next generation of dance music, introducing a plethora of new and u ..read more

Ahead of Prozak’s first all-night-long in Tengu this Friday, we thought it would be beneficial to have a quick chat with him about the show to discuss how he’s feeling ahead of the gig and to see what he might have in store for those in attendance on the night. Prozak, one of Ireland’s brightest artistic talents touches down in Tengu for his all-nighter. He has accomplished quite a considerable amount between now and his last time in the booth in Tengu since YUQT. Debut Boiler Room, his first Australian tour and started his own imprint Bluepress amongst other things. This of course is a testam ..read more

Cailín will return to the famed caged Berlin booth at Tresor for the first time since 2019, this time with a handpicked showcase from the Barron of techno, Dave Clarke. The Waterford native will open the club with a four-hour set alongside Clarke and Berlin’s Esther Dune. Cailín returns to one of techno’s most fabled booths at Tresor next week, on Saturday, May 4th. The Waterford native performs for ‘Tresor Meets Dave Clarke‘ with a hallmark 4-hour opening set. Cailín debuted at Tresor’s New Faces party in 2019 alongside Lychee and host Mareena. The vinyl-only selector was also due to play at ..read more

Electric Picnic’s full 2024 lineup, including headliners Noah Kahan, Calvin Harris, and Kylie Minogue, has finally been revealed. Peggy Gou, Faithless, Jazzy, Horsegirl, Skin On Skin, Black Traffic, Datsko, Prozak, X Club, and other artists will perform at the festival. The cat is out of the bag. Electric Picnic‘s 2024 lineup has finally arrived for their new August date from the 16-18th. Headlining the festival are Noah Kahan, Calvin Harris, and Kylie Minogue. The music and arts festival, which has boosted its capacity to 75,000 people, will take over the Stradbally estate in County Laois two ..read more