The Concern Fastival is run nationwide by the charity to raise money and awareness of its work with the poorest people in the poorest countries of the world and helping them transform their lives. In Limerick The Concern Fastival happens this Thursday November 25 and will see Windings, The Brad Pitt Light Orchestra & Vertigo Smyth play in Loft Venue at the Locke Bar on George’s Quay. All of these great bands are joining forces to help stop childhood malnutrition and would appreciate your support.
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Crystal Swing TG4’s brand new show Feis & Blood will search for Ireland’s most entertaining family. From The Clancy Brothers to Crystal Swing, the Irish family has entertained throughout the decades. Over 13 episodes, TG4 will set out to find a new super-star family. All entries must be made up solely from family members. To enter log on to www.tg4.ie and go to the Feis & Blood page. Alternatively, you can call 01-284 3877 and ask for Críona or Siobhan.
The future of the music industry will be in streaming. Music streaming is growing faster than music downloading in the US and if the trend continues it will soon become the dominant computer music listening behaviour stateside according to Evolver.fm. Lady Gaga has become the first artist to reach a billion YouTube views, something which has achieved substantial revenue for the site. Music streaming site Spotify has distributed over e41mn in royalties since its launch two years ago.
The Jägermeister Freezer Sessions are back – and will see some of Ireland’s best live acts perform in four venues around the country. These are invite-only events, but you can apply for FREE tickets at hotpress.com. The Limerick gig hosts O Emperor; Windings; Last Days of Death Country; The Flaws on Thursday December 9.
