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• Downpatrick classic rock faves The Answer are to support AC/DC on the American dates of their Black Iceworld tour.

• Songs For Susieis a new compilation in aid of the Susie Long Hospice Fund, featuring such Kilkenny  acts as Engine Alley, the excellent R.S.A.G, Kerbdog and many more.

• Canadian electronic artist Milosh hits the road with Chequerboard next week for dates in Galway (De Burgos, Tues), Dublin (Whelan's, Wed), Dundalk (Spirit Store, Thurs), Cork (Triskel, Fri), Tralee (Brogue Inn, Sat) and Limerick (Red Cross Hall, Mon).