Album Reviews
The Music of Kenny Wheeler review: All-star Irish line-up keeps jazz virtuoso’s legacy vibrantly alive
Ronan Guilfoyle, Michael Buckley, Leopoldo Osio and Brendan Doherty are joined by Wheeler’s friend Nick Smart – the perfect host, guide and devotee
Mumford & Sons: Rushmere review – Old-school nu-folk might just give the band a new beginning
By Ed Power
Paul Heaton at 3Arena: bastardised Celtic pop gets the crowd going as a mellifluous voice stands the test of time
The anorak is gone, as is some of the nonchalance, but everyone keeps remarking that the voice hasn’t changed
Japanese Breakfast: For Melancholy Brunettes (& Sad Women) review – Melody and vulnerability in beautiful equilibrium
By Ed Power
Ethan Iverson at Triskel review: Jazz pianist shows off his harmonic elegance, delicate touch and winningly relaxed manner
Cork venue also hosts outstanding quintet led by trombonist, composer and Cork music hero Paul Dunlea
Steven Wilson: The Overview review – A wonderful album infused with the spirit of Dark Side of the Moon and Wish You Were Here
By Ed Power
Gracie Abrams in Dublin review: No nepo-baby here. A real star stands before us
Armed with an acoustic guitar and her breathy vocals, Abrams proves herself worthy of star status
By Ella Sloane
Lady Gaga: Mayhem review – An awkward attempt to re-create the magic of Bad Romance and Born This Way
By Ed Power
Lisa: Alter Ego review – Blackpink superstar’s solo debut is a clumsy lurch towards pop maximalism
By Ed Power
Clairo at 3Olympia: Whispery vocals and piano licks make a seamless transition from bedroom to jazz club
The US singer-songwriter’s development is clear from this performance, although it’s occasionally hard to see
Neil Young: Oceanside Countryside review – The sunny side of one of rock’s stormiest musicians
By Ed Power
Snow Patrol at 3Arena review: ‘Am I about to die?’ Gary Lightbody nearly plunges from the stage in a thrilling Dublin show
Gripping gig is thoughtfully paced with blitz of singles followed by a pivot into slower, more introspective numbers
By Ed Power
Sturgill Simpson at Vicar Street: Cosmic country maverick lets his superb music do the talking
It’s early days, but Simpson’s performance at Dublin's Vicar Street is a contender for ‘gig of the year’
By Pat Carty
Pantera live in Dublin review: Growling vocals, crowd surfing and mosh pits. This gig was worth the wait
Thirty-two years after Pantera last played Dublin, Phil Anselmo owns the stage
Manic Street Preachers: Critical Thinking review – Consistency in a world gone mad, drab and sad
By Ed Power
Dervish Present the Great Irish Songbook review: Breathing exceptional life into old standards
Amplifying the Irish song tradition at the National Concert Hall is a welcome pitstop on the band’s winding career path
By Siobhán Long
Mogwai: The Bad Fire review – Plenty of gruff authenticity, plus a moment that spears your heart
By Ed Power
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