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SLIGO LÚNASA FESTIVAL
Programme 2011
LATE BARS THURSDAY TO SATURDAY in association with the Vintner’s Association
Wednesday 3rd August 5.15pm
County Sligo Races, Cleveragh
Sligo Races
Relax and enjoy the panoramic
views of the beautiful Sligo
landscape while having a flutter.
Bar and restaurant open at 3pm.
edited Icarus. He was Professor of Poetry for
Ireland from 2007 to 2010.
Riverside Hotel,
Trad Session
This traditional set will have you
up off your seats. Good music,
good pints and great views of the
river. What better way to
celebrate your win at the races.
Osta, Hyde Bridge
Jim Meehan & Friends
Jim Meehan is an experienced guitarist who plays with equal facility
in Jazz and Trad settings. He has
had an enduring musical partnership with Felip Carbonell over the
past decade. He is featured as a
guest artist with the Michael Waters Jazz Quartet in
the Derry City Jazz Festival.
Fiddlers Creek, Rockwood Parade
The Social
Enjoy this top live band, fronted
by one of Sligo’s leading
musicians, Sean McCarthy.
You can expect a lively night
with Sean and the boys.
Wednesday 3rd August 8pm
Sligo Methodist Church
Yeats International Summer School Presents:
Reading by Michael Longley
Michael Longley, CBE is a
Northern Irish poet from Belfast.
He was educated at the Royal
Belfast Academical Institution and
subsequently read Classics at
Trinity College, Dublin, where he
Mc Garrigles, O’Connell Street
Red Hots
The Red-Hots, Sligo’s hottest rockabilly outfit- playing retro rock-nroll and vintage American dance
hall boogie! Featuring a rhythm
section of Jaimie Carswell and
Tony Travers
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Harp Tavern, Quay Street
Trad Session
Sean and the boys play a great set
every Wednesday. The Harp
Tavern is well known for its
excellent trad sessions and
tonight will be no exception.
(ex-Wurlitzer), Seannan Brennan (from Kila) on
guitar, and frontman Wayne O Connor (legend).
Come on you Hepcats and Betties, agitate the
gravel and goose it down to McGarrigles, get
your two-tones on and get ready to jive!
It’ll be totally antsville!
Kennedys, Rockwood Parade
Rocky Grass
Enjoy Irish Reels & Jigs and
Bluegrass Tunes from Brendan's
Mandolin and Rock, Pop, Country
and Folk songs old and new from
Eoin on guitar. These
accomplished musicians play such
a wide variety of quality music that you are bound
to find something to your liking.
Wednesday 3rd August, 9.30pm
Fureys, Bridge Street
Peter Butler
Peter Butler is a singer songwriter
based in Sligo. Peter's influences
include John Lennon, Velvet
Underground and The Doors.
Peter can be seen playing around
Sligo with the band "The
Katonahs". Go see this unique artist as he
embarks on his journey to spread his musical
message of "peace and love" to the world.
Glasshouse, Hyde Bridge
Own A Chord
A male voice harmony
quartet, Own A Chord’s
repertoire includes
many contemporary a
cappella arrangements
which are fun to sing.
They have performed on radio shows, at weddings, corporate events, parties and in numerous
pubs around Sligo. The group comprises Liam
Cunningham, Micki Murray, Tommie Bree and
John McHugh, directed by Cass Smith.
Foleys, Castle Street
Twoplay
Eddie Lynch (piano), and
Eddie Mc Farlane (guitar)
have Played on the jazz
scene in the North West
for years. Both hail from
Donegal and have played
together in various formats.
This includes their well known residency in Sligo
where visiting musicians such as Louis Stewart,
Mike Neilsen, Richie and Michael Buckley have
joined them on stage.
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Thursday 4th August, 1pm
Creperie Bretonne, Teeling Street
Dave Flynn
Wexfordman Dave is becoming a
regular face on Sligo's music
scene, having moved here last
May. You can see him elsewhere in
the festival playing some Blues and
Jazz, but today he will be playing
acoustic arrangements of some of his favourite
songs, possibly even throwing some of his own
tunes into the mix.
Shoot The Crows, Castle Street
No Crows
No Crows is a quartet of fine
musicians based in Sligo, Ireland.
Felip Carbonell (an “exceptional
Mallorcan guitarist” – Irish Times)
is joined by Steve Wickham of
'The Waterboys' with his
energetic fiddle style, Swiss musician Anna
Houston's soulful cello and mandolin playing
and Sligoman Eddie Lee on double bass. Their
repertoire is truly global, their music ranging
from Irish traditional to classical and gypsy swing.
Sligo Methodist Church
Yeats International Summer School Presents:
Reading by Paul Muldoon
Paul Muldoon the contemporary
Irish poet from Northern Ireland
has published over 30 collections
and won a Pulitzer Prize for Poetry
and the T. S. Eliot Prize.
Wednesday 3rd August, 11pm
The Clarence, Wine Street
Ladies Night – R N’ B
Every wednesday the Clarence bring us a night of
RnB with some urban hits thrown in. Ladies are
free before 12 with a free cocktail on arrival.
Expect hits from Beyonce, Rihanna, J-Lo & many
more. Doors Open 11pm.
The Leitrim Bar, The Mall
DJ Con & Crew
This popular student venue
will be rocking the night
away.
THURSDAY
4th August, 5.35pm
County Sligo Races, Cleveragh
Sligo Races – Ladies Day
A chance for the human fillies to
go on parade in high fashion and
amazing hats. Careful you don’t
get too distracted from the
serious business of racing.
Bar and restaurant Open at 3pm.
Café Iruna, Teeling Street
Launch Night with Keith
O’Donnell
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Thursday 4th August, 9.30pm
Tabby
Tabby Callaghan has
an impressive history
of gigs, from The
Cavern, made famous
by The Beatles, 'O2 in the Park', to sold out shows
in Wembley. The one thing that matters most to
Tabby is his music, with twists of Hendrix meets Bowie
and a hefty tablespoon of Prince flavoured vibes.
Decoy
Decoy are an up & coming band
made up of Singer/songwriter
Mandy Wheeler Joined by Sarah
Scanlon on percussion and Danny
Thompson on bass, this trio brings
to life an original sound of catchy
ska/alternative melodies.
A native of Sligo, Keith has just completed his MA
in Classical Guitar Performance. He is the recipient
of numerous awards, and has participated in
master-classes with renowned classical guitarists
such as John Williams, Berta Rojas, David Russell
and Fabio Zanon. Spanish tapas and wine will be
served.
Source Sligo, John Street
Kieran Quinn & Dave Flynn
Resident pianist
Kieran Quinn has
quickly made the
Thursday night
‘Source Sessions’
into a hugely
popular event on the Sligo music calendar. He
is joined by a different guest each week in this
unique venue. This week his guest is Wexford’s
Dave Flynn, the superb vocalist and guitarist.
Hargadons, O’Connell Street
The Wranglers
Howdy folks! Get
ready for a country
and bluegrass
bonanza. The
Wranglers are
Anthony Mannion on acoustic guitar, dobro and
vocals, Luke Mercer on acoustic guitar and vocals
and Michael Conefrey on Bass and vocals. They
combine to create great foot stomping bluegrass
with some top vocal harmonies. This is not to be
missed so make sure to pop into Hargadons.
Bistro Bianconi
The Williams Sisters
This Sligo based musical
duo are American born
songwriters Mara (guitar)
and Rebecca (piano). They
employ the use of harmony in their music, capitalising on the haunting sounds created when their
two voices blend. With influences ranging from
Sufjan Stevens, Alison Krauss and Regina Spektor,
The Williams Sisters have a unique sound that
subtly fuses American folk with different genres
of pop music throughout the decades.
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The Snug, Stephens Street
Sean Sands
Sean Sands is a singer/songwriter
and a multi instrumentalist. He
plays guitar, mandola, tenor and
five string banjo, low whistles and
keyboard. He played and performed Irish folk music most of his
adult life around the folk clubs of his native Belfast
and around Ireland, Scotland and England. He has
supported Christy Moore and The Wolfe Tones
in America and toured with The Barley Corn.
His most recent recording is The Sands of Time.
Collette Sheerin, Anna Houston & Friends
For the finest in crackin’ tunes
McGarrigles on O’Connell
Street is the place to be.
Featuring the driving force that
is Anna Houston (No Crows)
on banjo/mandolin and the
sweet and lively playing of Collette Sheerin on
flute/tin whistle. Musicians also welcome to join
the craic! Followed by late night DJ.
Ultan Conlon
Galway man Ultan Conlon has now
become a mainstay in the Irish
music scene. His critically acclaimed
album 'Bless Your Heart' being
described as ‘the most impressive
Irish debut since Damien Rice’s O’
Olaf Tyaransen, Hotpress & Evening Herald. He has
supported numerous artists including the late John
Martyn, Richard Hawley, John Grant, Declan
O'Rourke, Lisa Hannigan, Hermione Hennessy, Mark
Geary, Roesy, and David Kitt. This is one great gig.
Glasshouse, Hyde Bridge
In House Music
Come and enjoy this
lively set after Ladies
Day at the races.
The White Gorillas
The White Gorillas were
formed by members of
two Irish cover bands,
Whitewater and Gorilla
Radio. The set list includes
music from the likes of Bob Dylan, Paolo Nutini
and Nina Simone, right through to Kings of Leon,
Led Zeppelin and even the odd nineties dance
classic! This regular gig at Fiddlers is always
good craic and always different.
Shenanigans, Bridge Street
Coyote Thursday
Great night of fun
and games.
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Shoot The Crows, Castle Street
Cool Hand Dukes
The Cool Hand Dukes are a threepiece country, blues and rock n’
roll band influenced by American
roots music from the1940’s & 50’.
Bothers Niall, (Guitar & Vocals)
and Patrick Kellegher, (Harmonica
& Vocals), enlisted the talents of Boyle native
Johnny McGlynn (Banjo & Slide Guitar) to
complete a trio united by an idea of returning an
honesty and intensity to playing high-energy
music on acoustic instruments.
Pure Nightclub, Teeling Street
Pure Nightclub
Pure Nightclub is Sligo’s newest,
largest, best nightclubbing experience in the northwest, with 4
bars, 3 dance floors, 2 beer gardens and 1 Club. You can’t ask for much more to
make your night out the best it can possibly be.
The Club has been designed to ensure the best
clubbing experience with massive LCD screens
and funky interiors.
The Belfry, J.F.K Parade
Pub 2 Club
Use the Exclusive
Pub2Club admission route
– 50% discount admission
to Toffs every night – Live DJ every Saturday from
10pm to get the Party Rockin – avail of great
promotions every week.
Friday 5th August, 5pm
Twinkles Café, Union Street
Triple Necklace Jewellery Making Class
This workshop is suitable for
anyone over the age of 5. It will
be fun, interesting and productive.
€12 per pupil.
FRIDAY
Sharon Conway & Ruby Ridge
A lifetime fan of the American
country music scene, Sharon’s
song writing style has been forged
from years spent listening to
American country/rock music
from Emmy Lou Harris to Johnny
Cash. Her fusion of catchy songs and melodic
voice are marking her out as one of Ireland’s most
progressive country rock pop songwriters.
Chart
The Clarence brings you one of
Sligo’s easy-on-the-pocket nights.
€2 with 2 Drinks & €2 admission
and one free cocktail before 12.
The resident DJ’s play the best in chart and R n B
and dance.
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Ciaran O’Dwyer
Ciarán picked up a guitar at the
age of fourteen and hasn't put it
down since. He trained with Felip
Carbonell, the successful Sligobased guitarist. Ciarán enjoys
playing many genres, from
Catalan rumba to John Lee Hooker; and in his own
work has developed an unusual style that's very
overhand heavy. Tapas and Wine will be served
during the performance.
For Ruby Ridge, she has joined up with a band of
talented Sligo based musicians: Leslie Jones on
mandolin, acoustic and electric guitar, Dave
Griffith on bass, and Mark McGovern on acoustic
and electric guitar and Tony Travers on drums.
Followed by late night DJ.
Ultan Conlon & Band
Ultan has played at many festivals
including 'The Electric Picnic',
'Body & soul' festival, Bundorans
'Seasessions' and 'The Hebcelt
Festival' alongside Imelda May in
Stornoway on the isle of Lewis.Last
summer also saw Ultan take in most of Scotland
and the north of England on tour. Legendary folk
singer John Martyn liked his songs so much he
sang on Ultan's beautiful track 'Really Gone',
which was to be Martyn's final release before his
untimely death in February of last year.
Friday 5th August, 8.30pm
Remedy
Remedy” are a three piece band
new to the Sligo Scene featuring
Michele Feeney (Vocals), Declan
Courell (Guitar / Vocals) and Dave
Carty (Bass). Remedy cover a wide
range of musical styles “acoustically”, ranging from Neil Young, Tom Waits, Soft Cell,
Sinead O’Connor, and Alison Kraus to name but a
few. Well worth a listen in the intimate environs of
SOURCE Sligo.
The Snug, Stephen Street Car Park
Ted Kelly, Jos Kelly & Paddy Hazelton
Road Angel Plus Guests
One of Sligo’s up and coming
rock bands, Road Angel play The
Clarence with support. After their
big performance at the Rory
Gallagher Festival they are on fire. Come see
for yourselves.
Members of Ceol na nOg
orchestra will have you up
out of your seats for this
lively set with Ted Kelly
on Banjo, Paddy Hazleton on percussion and
Jos Kelly on Piano and Accordion.
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Garavogue Bar, Stephen St.
2011 Miss Sligo
Tonight the North West Miss Ireland
heat will select a girl to
represent Sligo in the Miss Ireland
Competition. Miss Ireland has
always been the most coveted
crown in Ireland, so come and help select the
Sligo entry. The evening will be hosted by I 102104 DJ Mark Cunning.
Sligo Park, Pearse Road
Fergus Harmon
Fergus Harman hails from Co. Leitrim
and has been involved in the music
industry for many years. Fergus has
showcased his talents across the
States, Denmark and Rome.
The Humble Earthworm (Paul Ward, vocals and
guitar, Sandra Ward, vocals and bass, Nigel Caron,
drums/percussion) are a rock/pop cover band
from Donegal. The band has been receiving rave
reviews in the past few years. The music covered
ranges from the latest chart hits to good old rock
classics.
21 Outs
21 OUTS is an energetic 3-piece
band formed in August 2007 by
Philip Cassidy. They have exploded
on to the scene in Ireland in the past
few years, supporting the likes of
Jape and Republic of Loose.
Glasshouse Hotel, Hyde Bridge
In House Music
Come and enjoy this lively set
after a long week at work.
Anything Goes
Anything Goes, is a Sligo
based group fronted by
the incredibly versatile
vocalist Sinead Conway.
The group was a big hit
at the recent Derry Jazz and Big Band Festival and
will play the world famous Cork Jazz Festival Club
at the Metropole later this year. This is the ultimate
party band.
Fab Fridays with DJ Trolley
Popular disco tunes and all your charts.
Pub 2 Club
Use the Exclusive Pub2Club admission route –
50% discount admission to Toffs every night –
Live DJ every Saturday from 10pm to
get the Party Rockin’.
The Humble Earthworm
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The JPTrio
Described as 'the new cutting edge of fused
traditional music' by Martin
O'Connor, the JPTrio, who
recently won The Danny Kyle Open Stage award
for best new bands at the Celtic Connections
Festival, are an inventive and fresh new group. All
three musicians are founding members of Spraoi.
Heavily influenced by jazz along with Irish music
the group are unique and exciting fusing both
genres to create a brand new sound.
and energetic sounds of the 50's rock 'n' roll, and
their blistering live performances have thrilled
audiences north and south of the country.
McHughs, Grattan Street
DJ Sean Browne
Lively chart hits with
something for everyone.
Rafferty’s Bar, Lord Edward Street
Trad Session – Rick Epping,
Gerry Hanley, Phillip Duffy
Dean Mahon
Dean Mahon is a dynamic
singer/songwriter based in Sligo,
performing classic hits from the
60s, 70s, 80s, 90s and naughty's
in his own unique style. Dean is
a singer whose versatility and
superior vocal ability mean he is comfortable
singing anything from rock to folk.
Rick Epping has been playing harmonica since his
early childhood in California and has been playing
Old Time, Blues and Irish music since his early
teens. Gerry Hanley is a former All Ireland
Champion accordion player who has played across
the USA from New York to California and at many
festivals throughout Europe. Philip Duffy is
recognised as one of the finest fiddle players in
the country. Hailing from Tubbercurry, Philip is also
a member of Sligo’s well known “Dartry Céilí Band”.
Screamin’ Bluecats
The Screamin' Bluecats, a
dynamic three piece rockabilly band, based in Galway
have just released their
debut album "Too Hot To Rock N' Roll". Formed in
1997 the band set out to recapture the raucous
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McCullaghs, Bridge Street
Jackk and Jones
Jackk and Jones is a duo
of Leon Mooney on
guitar /harmonica and
Leslie Jones on mandolin.
They play an eclectic mix
of folk, rock and country
with a traditional bluegrass
twist. This is a high energy
show drawing on
influences from the
Appalachian Mountains
integrated with songs from
Neil Young to Steve Earle.
Pure Nightclub
largest, best nightclubbing
experience in the northwest, with
4 bars, 3 dance floors, 2 beer gardens and 1 Club.
You can’t ask for much more to make your night
out the best it can possibly be. The Club has been
designed to ensure the best clubbing experience
with massive LCD screens and funky interiors.
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SATURDAY
Saturday 6th August, 9am
IT Sligo Carpark
Farmers Market
The largest out-door Farmers
Market in the region hosts a wide
range of fresh, local, seasonal,
organic, and artisan produce at
their ‘family friendly’ location.
Enjoy browsing the market. The
stall holders are always generous with their food
tastings and demonstrations.
Saturday 6th August, 11am
Lyons Café, Wine Street
Breakfast Club with Remedy
“Remedy” are a three piece band
new to the Sligo Scene featuring
Michele Feeney (Vocals), Declan
Courell (Guitar / Vocals) and Dave
Carty (Bass). Remedy cover a wide
range of musical styles
“acoustically” ranging from Neil Young, Tom Waits,
Soft Cell, Sinead O’Connor, and Alison Kraus to
name but a few. Breakfasts ranging from the full
Irish to French toast and maple syrup will be
served from 8.30am.
Saturday 6th August, 1pm
Pamplona and Sligo Rovers Fest
Wear your red and white and enjoy
sangria, paella and tapas for the
afternoon while listening to
some lovely Spanish sounds.
Lily’s Café, Hyde Bridge
Lauren Gallagher & Niamh Mooney
Lauren and Niamh have been
playing Traditional Irish music
since they were 9 years old.
Both are members of the local
Fred Finn branch of C.C.E.
They have played together at
Feiseanna and Fleadh Ceoils around the country
picking up many honours along the way. Both
preformed in the successful Michael Rooney
suit of music “The Battle Of The Books”.
ers of the mighty Manchester United will lock
horns on the football field. Followed by a dinner
dance in the Sligo Southern Hotel with a donation
from the proceeds being made to the Strokes Unit
at Sligo General Hospital.
Grappa, Rockwood Parade
Collette Sheerin
Collette has worked extensively
on the traditional and folk scene
in Ireland over the last number
of years and has recently
launched her new album “Take
Your Colours”. She plays the
flute and tin whistle and sings
some very melodic folk songs.
Street Party
O’Connell Street
Café Fleur, O’Connell Street
Sarah Crummy
Sarah Crummy is a new upcoming act. The singer/songwriter
from Sligo town has played
piano for seven years and also
plays the guitar. She won the midlands final of
'stars in yer eyes' and represented the Ursuline
college in 'our schools got talent' in which she
came second. She covers many songs from a range of
genres and also plays some of her own songs.
The Street will be closed to
traffic and open to fun all
afternoon. As well as great live
music and dance, there will be
wonderful workshops:Saturday 6th August, 3pm
The Showground’s, Maugheraboy
Gerry Carr Testimonial: Sligo Rovers Select VS.
Manchester United Legends.
Gerry has had a very
successful eleven year career
with Sligo Rovers. Firstly as a
player, winning numerous
medals, and currently is
assistant manager to Paul
Cook. For his testimonial
game some of his team mates
from the past and former play-
Twinkles Café, Union Street
Beautiful Bead Creation
This workshop is suitable for anyone over the age
of 5. Why not bring all the family and enjoy a
great hour in this amazing little jewel in Sligo.
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Saturday 6th August, 5.30pm
Thom Moore & Friends
Thom Moore, the American-born
creator of many songs about
Sligo (including Still Believing,
The Scholar, Believe Me Sligo,
South-Sligo Nocturne, Sligo
Down to Spain, Rosy-Painted Barge, etc., etc.) is
making a special appearance for the festival. When
he lived here in the Seventies he founded the
groups Pumpkinhead and Midnight Well with other
famous Sligophiles, American and Irish alike. Since
then, he’s been around the world and back with
the box/keyboard player Isabel ni Chuireain and
Sligo guitarist Gerry Grennan, both musicians of
renown.
have played on the jazz scene in the North West
for years. Both hail from Donegal and have played
together in various formats. "Twoplay" create a
popular sound of easy listening, mainstream jazz.
No Strings Attached
Are Alison Slattery and Ciaran
Storey. They play regularly in
some of Galway City's most
popular night spots. They are an
acoustic act with Alison covering
the vocals & percussion while Ciaran looks after
the chorus! The setlist includes everything from Adele
& Alanis Morrissette right through to Johnny Cash, U2
and even Eminem gets played on occasion.
The Leitrim Bar, The Mall
DJ Con & Crew
This popular student venue will
be rocking the night away.
Osta, Hyde Bridge
Udo Grunewald & Ray Mason
This duo featuring Udo Grunewald
on bass and Ray Mason on keyboards are the latest to avail of
Osta’s platform for artists to break
into the Sligo jazz scene.
Ultan Conlon
The most impressive Irish debut
since Damien Rice's O" according to The Evening Herald & Hotpress's Olaf
Tyaransen. An influential figure in Ultan's life was
the late John Martyn whom he supported several
times. Martyn was so impressed with Ultans
songwriting that he requested to record one of
Ultan's tracks with him and his previous band
UltanJohn. The resulting track 'Really Gone' was
sadly Martyn's final release.
Sligo Park Hotel, Pearse Road
Jazz Dinner with Twoplay
Enjoy this amazing evening in the
Hazlewood Restaurant with a four
star dinner and complimentary
glass of champagne while listening
to this top class jazz duo. Eddie
Lynch on piano, and Eddie McFarlane on guitar
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The
Street
Party
O’ CONNELL STREET
Saturday August 6th from 2pm – 5pm
Calling all kids…
The Street will be closed to traffic and open to fun all afternoon.
As well as great live music and dance, there will be wonderful workshops:• Make your own hedgehog with Dympna O’ Driscoll
• Felt making with Heidi Wickham
• Clay Modelling with Rachel Quinn
• Children’s Jewellery Workshop with Tiffany Budd
• Decorate your own cupcake with Elaine Burke and Niamh Murphy
Music for the afternoon provided by:
Ted Kelly & Friends, Sarah Crummy, Remedy, The Williams Sisters,
Brattle, Ultan Conlon and many more.
Dancers:
Fancy footwork on the day will be provided by:• Siobhan Mc Donnell School of Dance
• Ciaran Mc Manus and Philip Heinz - Champion Dancers
• Conal Mc Cormack – Sean Nos Dancer
Late workshops at Twinkles:
• Friday 5th August at 5pm – Triple necklace jewellery making class
• Saturday 6th August at 5pm – Beautiful Bead Creation
Food:
• Source Sligo – The Source Sligo stall will be serving homemade Irish sausages
and other locally produced tasty delights.
• Mc Garrigles – The Mc Garrigles stall will be serving Mexican food from
burritos, homemade salsas and Quesadillas.
• Café Fleur – for the best quality deli Baguette sandwiches and Coffee.
• Bistro Bianconi – for everything Italian.
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French Market brings a touch of Paris to Sligo
One of the many attractions as part of the Sligo Lúnasa Festival
is the French Market in the town centre on
Thursday 4th to Sunday 7th August
Rockwood Parade will be the focus for the invasion of the French which will feature the best in
native French produce. It will provide a touch of Paris to downtown Sligo. Shoppers will be spoilt
with a selection of Brittany biscuits, sweets and candles, savoury crepes, oriental
pattisseries and dried fruits, together with continental style pick and mix confectionary.
Those who are not into French cuisine can enjoy the wonderful selection of arts and crafts that
the market provides. Marseille soaps and lavender bunches, Belgian candles, 3D optical glass,
toys, wooden letters and sea angels, sweaters from Peru, padded jackets, Italian handbags
and cashmere sweaters, pashminas and scarves, jewellery from Paris and much more.
Contact: Patric Champot 087-2312307 www.frencheuropeanmarket.ie
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Sligo Park Hotel, Pearse Road
Eamon Duggan
Eamonn Duggan is a one man
show. This entertainer offers a
variety show of great songs and
music for all tastes. He has
entertained for many years and
sings country, rock ‘n’ roll, and Irish ballads and
also writes and records his own songs.
The Night Hawks
This classic two piece plays
country covers. Aidan and Donal
always play a lively night at the
Harp. Songs from Mick Hanly to
The Eagles.
Riverside Hotel, Millbrook
Road Angel
Road Angel are a well known local
band. They have been together for
just over a year and have played
many gigs in Sligo. Their set cover
songs as diverse as Creedence Clearwater Revival,
Thin Lizzy and ACDC. The band played at the Rory
Gallagher festival in Ballyshannon for the first time
this year and were a great hit with the crowd.
Rodney Lancashire & Seamus Hernon
Seamus Hernon is a native of
Gurteen County Sligo and has
been playing flute since he was six
years old. His main influence and
tutor was his father PJ Hernon the renowned
accordion player. Rodney Lancashire is from
Cootehill County Cavan and plays bouzouki,
mandolin, banjo and concertina. He has
recorded CD’s with Mactire.
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Saramai and The Swords
Saramai and the Swords are
recording their debut album
this summer in a series of
live sessions with Damien
Chennells. Hereto Saramai
& The Swords have been
focused on songwriting and
playing live, gathering
momentum and experience
opening for the likes of
Jack L, Declan O'Rourke, Fionn Regan, Luka
Bloom, Kila, and The Lost Brothers to mention
but a few. Although comparisons to Kate Bush
and Tori Amos have been drawn, Saramai and
The Swords have a distinct playing, singing and
songwriting style that is difficult to categorise.
There are classical twists and hints of darkness
throughout unusually structured songs.
Radisson Blu Hotel,
Rosses Point
Rumbatism
Rumbatism is a band lead by the
Sligo-based Mallorcan
singer/guitarist Felip Carbonell
of NoCrows fame and featuring
his NoCrows colleague, bassist
Eddie Lee, guitarist Eddie
McFarlane and drummer/percussionist Ken McDonald in an
enticing musical mix, both rootsy and virtuosic.
The band specialises in Felip's own fiery brand of
Catalan Rumba. Rumbatism also performs latin jazz
and even some pop standards in the same style.
As Felip says "everything is Rumba-ble!"
Declan Courell, a fine traditional guitar player, is
known for his sensitive and rhythmic approach
towards backing. Philip is one of the finest fiddle
players in the country and is an exponent of the
Sligo style. Philip is a member of the Dartry Ceili
Band, All Ireland Ceili Band winners, 2009. Declan
Payne plays piano accordion and is recognised as
one of the best piano accordion players in Ireland.
He is a member of the well-known traditional
music group “The Border Collies”. Teresa O’Grady,
a former All Ireland Champion banjo player,
comes from a family steeped in traditional music.
She is also a member of “The Border Collies”.
Party Pub
Sligo’s premiere party pub for the
complete night out. Eat, drink and
dance the night away.
Glasshouse Hotel, Hyde Bridge
DJ Catherine Scott
In house DJ Catherine plays all your
favorite tunes from chart, dance,
disco and 80's so drop in for a
lively Saturday night of fun and
dancing!
Pub 2 Club
Use the Exclusive
Pub2Club admission
route – 50% discount admission to Toffs every
night – Live DJ every Saturday from 10pm to get
the Party Rockin’.
O’Neills, The Mall
Declan Payne, Teresa O’Grady, Phillip Duffy
& Declan Courell
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Stand
Stand’s album "100,000
Ways to Harvest Hope" is the
road itself, not merely the
map. Like all great albums,
it is at least five singles deep.
Right out of the gate, the four musicians come
across as limbs on the same body. Their amazing
sound comes from Neil Eurelle, Alan Doyle, Carl
Dowling and David Walsh. All the urgency, conviction, sense of both
playfulness and wide-eyed wonder makes a
night with Stand one you won't regret come
sunrise - they're here. Followed by late night DJ.
Mc Hughs, Grattan Street
DJ Tommie Clarke - Downstairs
The hottest DJ in town,
Tommie will have
you up off your
seat till late.
Leon and the Wildcats
Having cut their teeth in the
seedy underworld The
Wildcats are ready to bring
back leppin' country and
bluegrass to the Festival.
They have four part harmonies and an arsenal of
mandolins, banjos, guitars, dobros and harmonicas.
Mc Hughs, Grattan Street
Louisiana Joyride - Upstairs
Louisiana Joyride are an
alt-country folk band. Having
formed in late 2008, the
band has covered ground
quickly proving to fans and
the industry alike that they
are more than prepared to entertain an audience.
Since the release of their debut EP last year, they
have featured heavily in the media with live sets
and interviews on several major radio stations and
publications. After having played several Irish festivals this year, and toured with Tommy Ramones'
outfit, Uncle Monk, this trio are very much in
demand. They are currently recording their debut
album for release later this year.
The Belfry, Thomas Street
Easy Rider and the Venusians
This 7 piece Rock and Blues
band, playing classic covers
guaranteed to get everyone
on their feet. With set lists
including songs by BB King,
John Mayall, the Beatles, the
Rolling Stones and Freddie King, Easy Rider create
a timeless sound that's based on solid tunes and
great talent. Originally a 4 piece band comprising
of guitar/vocals, keyboard, bass and drums, Easy
Rider were joined by a trio of backing singers
the Venusians.
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DJ Dessie
60s & 70s
& 80s disco.
The Velvet Room, Kempton Promenade
Velvet
Open just five years, the
Velvet Room has won an
amazing four awards for
best nightclub!
Overlooking the Garavogue
river and in the heart of the entertainment centre
of the town, it attracts large numbers every
Saturday night. To ensure you get one of
our Free Festival Cocktail Vouchers for this
Saturday night, check our website or to reserve
a special table please contact our reservation line.
Over 21’s. Neat dress essential.
Full Tiltn with Timmy & Tommy Finan & Roger B
The Donegal duo return yet again
to The Clarence to supply a night
of clubbing delights, with record
release coming thick and thin,
Timmy & Tommy are a name now
very powerful in the Irish club scene with support
from producers such as, Marco V, Tiesto and
Eddie Halliwell.
SUNDAY
Sunday 7th August, 1pm
The Jazz Ladds
The Jazz Ladds are Sligo's longest
established band. Though originally
known as a traditional jazz band,
they now include in the programme
Latin American (Salsa etc.), Blues,
Country and even the odd old time
waltz, when required. The Jazz
Ladds feature a 5 piece Band, i.e. Trumpet, Tenor
Saxophone, Clarinet, Harmonica, Lead Guitars,
Bass, Rythm Guitar, Drums and four members
also feature on vocals.
Pure Nightclub
largest, best nightclubbing experience in the northwest, with 4
bars, 3 dance floors, 2 beer gardens and 1 Club.
out the best it can possibly be. The Club has been
designed to ensure the best clubbing experience
with massive LCD screens and funky interiors.
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Osta, Hyde Bridge
Just Us
Just Us features Greg Raab (flute),
Ray Mason (keyboards), Con
Schmauks (drums) and Udo
Grunewald (bass). The group can
been seen playing an eclectic music
mix in Osta Cafe from jazzy interpretations of classical composers to
well known standards.
Traditional
Enjoy this lively set in the relaxed
atmosphere of The Clarence.
The Snug, Stephens Street
Kevin O’Brien & Friends
This hot session has Kevin
O’Brien on accordion and
Pat Sweeney on banjo and
fiddle (both from Killargue).
Accompanied by Belcoo
man Tony Cunningham on guitar and vocals. The
boys will play a mix of Trad, Reels & Jigs with some
ballads like ‘The Shores of Lough Mac Nean’.
Sunday M.A.S.S
People are flocking to
Sunday M.A.S.S. at
McGarrigles bar, Sligo,
every Sunday at 8pm.
Local musicians from different genres meet with their instruments and jam. A
core of four musicians invite special guests every
week to join in. There is no set list, so the night is
full of musical surprises for the M.A.S.S. goers and
musicians alike.
KoKo Latte, Quayside
Dave Flynn
Dave is originally from Wexford
and has been a full-time musician
since 2003. He has played and
recorded with Paddy Casey, Dave
Couse and The Impossibles, The
Guggenheim Grotto, Edwyn Collins and many
others. He can be seen regularly around Sligo gigging with Anything Goes. This afternoon he will
perform a solo set of old-time American fingerpickin' blues, tunes he learned way back when he
was just a young one.
Tabby
Tabby has an impressive history of gigs, from The
Cavern, made famous by The Beatles, 'O2 in the
Park' in front of 100,000 people to sold out shows
in Wembley. The one thing that matters most to
Tabby is his music, with twists of Hendrix meets
Bowie and a hefty tablespoon of Prince flavoured
vibes.
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Sunday 7th August, 9.30pm
Phillip Duffy & Guests
Philip Duffy is recognised as one of
the finest fiddle players in the
country. Hailing from Tubbercurry
Philip is a member of Sligo’s well
known “Dartry Céilí Band”.
Donaghy’s, Lord Edward Street
Traditional Music Session
Donaghy’s Coach Lane Bar and
Restaurant is the venue for one of
Sligo’s longest running sessions,
every Sunday night. Offering an
eclectic mix of Irish, American and
European music and song. The core group is made
up of Verona Ryan, fiddle, a member of the
famous Henry family of musicians, Maria Keeney,
flute, Francis Roberts, banjo, guitar and vocals and
Frank Carter, accordion and vocals. Visiting musicians are always welcome, bringing new tunes and
songs.
Summer Sundays with DJ Trolley
Top class music with fun and games.
McHughs – Upstairs, Grattan Street
Nearly Stolen
Nearly Stolen are a 6 piece band
who primarily do covers but have
started to play a few originals of
late. Expect to hear anything
from Adele and Lady Gaga to the
Kinks and Kings of Leon. A high energy band who
enjoy their time on stage, we're sure you'll be
dancing more than you'll be sitting.
Mc Hughs – Downstairs, Grattan St.
DJ Scruffy Duffy
Scruffy is without a doubt one of the most
experienced and professional DJ’s in Ireland.
From his highly successful karaoke shows in the
Canary and the Channel islands, he has
established himself as one of the most influential
and respected entertainers in his profession.
Fiddlers Creek, Grattan Street
DJ DESSIE
60s & 70s & 80s disco
Pure Nightclub
Pure Nightclub is Sligo’s newest, largest, best
nightclubbing experience in the northwest, with 4
bars, 3 dance floors, 2 beer gardens and 1 Club.
out the best it can possibly be.
Pub 2 Club
Use the Exclusive Pub2Club admission route –
50% discount admission to Toffs every night.
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www.declancourellphotography.com
http://www.flickr.com/photos/declancourell/
Key Sligo Dates for your diary
23 July - 5 August
1-5 August
3 & 4 August
4-8 August
5-10 August
20-28 August
26-28 August
27 August
28 August
28 August
Mobile:086 8217808
Yeats International Summer School
Carmel Gunning International Summer School
Sligo Races
Black Pig Festival, Enniscrone
Tubbercurry Old Fair Day Festival
Sligo Heritage Week
Coleman Traditional Festival Gurteen
The Warriors Run,Strandhill
Gurteen Argicultural & Horse Show
Mullaghmore Harvest Show Donkey Derby
LOOK OUT for Sligo Town Crier
Free Guided Walking Tour of Sligo
Daily except for Sundays from the Tourist Office at 11 a.m.
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086 3767035
Creperie Bretonne
087 4197216
071 9147734
www.kokolatte.ie 071 9157826
Shoot
The Crows
Bars
The Belfry
www.belfrypub.com
071 916 2508
www.myspace/shootthecrows
www.garavogue.ie 071 9143825
Fiddlers Creek
www.shenanigans.ie
071 9146799
071 9142030
The Harp Tavern
Restaurants
Coach Lane
Conrad’s
Kitchen
& Bistro - 071 9119400
www.conradskitchen.com
@ Donaghy’s Bar
www.coachlane.ie 071 9162417
071 91 63177
Night Clubs Hotels
www.yeatstavernrestaurant.com
www.sligoparkhotel.com
071 9190400
www.facebook.com/clarence.town
071 9142211
www.hargadons.com 071 9153709
McGARRIGLES
087 6250 454
086 6069007
FOLEY’S BAR
CASTLE - STREET - 071 9142381
www.coachlane.ie
071 9162417
www.facebook.com/theleitrimbar
071 9143721
071 9146770
the snug bar
087 166 2266
Donaghy’s Bar
www.theharptavernsligo.com
071-9142473
Rafferty’s
071 914 4406 www.cafefleur.ie
www.myspace.com/fureyspub
McHugh’s Bar
www.fiddlerscreek.ie 071 914 1866
071 9313485
www.garystafford.com
071 9142969
www.osta.ie 071 9144639
www.toffs.eu
071 9161250
www.radissonblu.ie/Sligo
071 9140008
www.purenightclub.ie
071 9146842
McCullaghs
Bar
071 9170288
071 9141286
www.belfrypub.com
071 9143003
www.bistrobianconi.ie
071 9141744
www.sourcesligo.ie
071 9147605
www.limoncello.ie
071 911 0088
www.thevelvetroom.ie
071 9144721
www.silverapple.ie
071 9146770
www.riversidesuiteshotelsligo.com
071 91 48080
www.theglasshouse.ie
071 9194300
Supporters
Cafes
Sponsoring Venues
Sligo
Farmers
Market
071 9147007
www.johnstoncourt.ie
071 9140784
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