New Series

Happy Christmas and Happy New Year! The new series of the show starts on Wednesday 4th January 2012.

Roisin O

Roisin O was on the show on Wednesday 21st December. She is Mary Black's daughter and Danny O'Reilly is her brother but besides all that she is her own unique singer/songwriter. She played the following songs in studio "Fall", "Synchronicity" and "You Owe Me a Drink". We also played "Fall" and "Find My Way". Check her out on http://www.roisino.com/.

Caruso

Shane from Caruso was on the show on Wednesday 14th December. He played the following tracks live in studio "You Get What You Pay For", "This is For You" and "Try". We also played "Freak", "All Your Features" and "The Hero of Waterloo". For more info on Caruso see http://caruso.ie/.

Upcoming Guests

Dec 21st : Roisin O

The Christmas Show

West Dublin Access Radio are putting on The Christmas Show on there last day of broadcast before the Christmas break on Friday 23rd December from 12pm - 4pm. The show will feature local bands and artists to chat and play some live music. There will also be live recording by MRU TV.

Nama Naya

Nama Naya was on the show on Wednesday 30th November. He played two live tracks in studio called "Western Way" and "1952 Vincent Black Lightning". We also played two other tracks of his called "Shine On" and "Itaewon". You can visit his website at http://www.namanaya.com/.

LiMEN

Julyo from the band LiMEN was on the show on Wednesday 16th November. The band play instrumental jazz music. The tracks played on the show were "Piano Sonata No 1", "Impromptu No 3", "Untitled", "Soldad". Check out their page for more http://limen.bandcamp.com/.

During the Week - News Update

Robert O'Connor has his single launch for "Older" o Friday 25th November at Destiny Church, Great Strand Street. Entry is free.

Sinead McNally releases her third single "Dance With Me" on Friday 2nd December which will be available on itunes. She plays The Spirit Store Dundalk on Saturday 3rd December and Whelans on Sunday 4th December.

Ingird Madsen

Inrigd Madsen was on the show on Wednesday 9th November. She played the following songs live in studio "Time of My Life", "Maybe Not This Time" and "Weight On My Shoulders". We also played "We Could Be Star" and "Something Worth Saving". Check him out on http://www.myspace.com/ingridmadsen.

Colm Lynch

Colm Lynch was on the show on Wednesday 2nd November. He played the following songs live in studio "Dun Laoghaire", "Wandering Home" and "Kiss My Blues Away". We also played "It's Coming Down" and "Suits You". Check him out on http://www.myspace.com/colmlynch.

Favourite Songs Collection of the 20th Century

Geraldine Mangan performs Favourite Songs Collection of the 20th Century in The Draíocht, Blanchardstown Centre on Friday 11th November at 8.15pm. Contact me at www.wdar.ie when I'm on air at 4pm on Wednesday or leave us a comment here as the first four people that want to go will get free CDs from Geraldine Mangan herself on the night. See http://www.draiocht.ie/events/favourite_songs_collection_of_the_20th_century/

Caitriona O'Sullivan

Caitriona O'Sullivan was on the show on Wednesday 26th October. She played two songs live in studio "Don't Say Goodbye" and "Fallin' in Love". We also played "I'll Be There", "Let Yourself Go", "Kerry Boy" and "Fallen Angel". You can check her out on http://www.myspace.com/caitrionaosullivan.

Karen Anne

Karen Anne was on the show all the way from Australia with a little help from Dave Morrissey on Wednesday 19th October. She played three tracks live in studio "Morning Sunshine", "December" plus a duet with Dave Morrissey called "Hemispheres". We also played "Floating", "Little Love"and "Sweet Life". Check her out on http://www.karenannemusic.com/.

Keith Cullen

Keith Cullen was on the show on Wednesday 12th October. We just played some tracks from his new album coming out in the next few months. The tracks were "Losing My Way", "Superhero", "The Walls", "With Eyes Open" and "Wasted Time". See his website for deatils http://www.kcmusic.ie/.

Conor Boyle

Conor Boyle was on the show on Wednesday 5th October. He played three songs live in studio "Chasing Blues", "Smiling" and "Sorry It's Too Late". We also played two other tracks called "Beautiful Horizon" and "Hiding in the Breeze". For more details visit http://conorboyle.com/.

Red Empire

Dublin band Red Empire were on the show on Wednesday 28th September. They played three songs live in studio "Fragile", "Everything to Anyone" and "Hearts Last Beat". We also played two other tracks called "Strange Philosophy" and "Hotel". You can check the lads out on http://www.breakingtunes.com/redempire.

Orna Lyons

Orna Lyons was on the show on Wednesday 21st September. She played three tracks live in studio "Favour Bad Habit", "Don't Know What to Say" and "Calamity" We also played two other tracks called "Now or Never" and "Slow Down". Check her out on http://breakingtunes.com/ornalyons.

Jenna Toro

Jenna Toro was one of two acts on the show on Wednesday 14th September. We played her single "Electric City". She is going to base herself in London with her career. Check her out on http://www.jennatoro.com/.

Ste Greene

Ste Greene was one of two acts on the show on Wednesday 14th September. He played two tracks live in studio "Nothing" and "Just Go". Check him out on http://www.myspace.com/stegreene.

Elk

Local group Elk were our guests on the show on Wednesday 7th September. The played two tracks live in studio "Lecipici" and "The Room". We also played another track called "Warning Signs". You will find more info on the band on their facebook page which is www.facebook.com/elkmusic?sk=app_19507961798.

Emily Whelan

Emily Whelan was on the show on Wednesday 31st August. She played "Fred", "Life" and "Falling Hard" live in studio. We also played "Remembering" from a CD. There is more info on http://breakingtunes.com/emilywhelan.

Lorraine Maher

Lorraine Maher was our guest on the show on Wednesday 24th August. She played "Inspire Me", "Don't Say Goodbye" and a cover of "Raglan Road". We also played "For You" and "Drowning Song". See more details on http://www.reverbnation.com/lorrainemaher.

Ballyfermot Rocks Festival 2011

Thanks very much to the following for making Ballyfermot Rocks a brilliant event!: Pat Teehan of RAPID, Trevor Halpin, Barry White and crew on sound, the gang at West Dublin Access Radio, Karen Lawler and the Community Civic Centre Cafe Staff, The Base Ballyfermot for the artwork, all other volunteers, the artists who played amazing sets and to those who came to the event and listened on the radio.

Ballyfermot Rocks Festival 2011

Hi Everyone,

 

Ballyfermot Rocks takes place this Sunday 21st August from 1pm - 8pm. It is taking place on Ballyfermot Road Park beside the Ballyfermot Community Civic Centre. Admin is free.

 

The concert has been put together by the Ballyfermot RAPID Area Programme and by the local community radio station West Dublin Access Radio. The event is to showcase local talent, community spirit and to create a positive atmosphere in the area.

 

There will be two stages running, one for bands and one for acoustic acts. Headling the festival will be the BeerMats who are a local Ballyfermot Band who will play the band stage which has been renamed The Marian Butler Stage. She sadly passed away just a few months ago who will never be forgot by loved ones. She spent the last 10 years working in WDAR and we believe that Marian would have wanted us to put on this great concert together. See link for tribute to Marian http://www.wdar.ie/marian.html.

 

Trevor Halpin of Music Reviewed Unsigned has great bands playing including Hot Licks (Rolling Stones cover band), Fox.E and the Good Hands, The Barley Mob and many more. While radio presenter Keith McLoughlin has many good acts playing over on the acoustic stage including Sinead McNally, James O'Connor and Audrey Trainor plus more who have been great guests on his radio show During the Week.

 

There will be fun and games for the kids with spot prizes to be won and also a BBQ with a sitting area on location. No alcohol is aloud.

 

There will be a live broadcast from the WDAR Broadcast Van with interviews and performances from the acts. Listen in on 96FM and on www.wdar.ie.

 

There is no parking aloud at the Civic Centre car park. Only the artists are allowed park there. If travelling from long distance then please leave the car nearby and walk to the venue. A map is available through the following link http://www.wdar.ie/Contactus.html.

 

Public transport is available and the following bus services below will leave you outside Ballyfermot Road Park beside the Ballyfermot Community Civic Centre. Keep in mind that buses will be running on a Sunday bus timetable so plan your journey wisely.

 

18	From Palmerstown (Old Lucan Rd.) Towards Sandymount
26	From Merrion Sq. Towards Palmerstown (Cemetery)
76	From Blanchardstown / Ballyfermot Towards Fettercairn
76a	From Blanchardstown / Ballyfermot Towards Tallaght (The Square)
76b	From Blanchardstown / Ballyfermot Towards Balrothery
78/a	Aston Quay to Liffey Valley Centre
79/a	Aston Quay to Spiddal Park / Park West (79a)

 

The event is set to be a great occasion for family, friends and music fans alike. All the people involved in the concert hope you can join them for a great day of fun and entertainment.

Here is the Stage Line Up and Times below.

 

Thanks,

 

Keith McLoughlin

 

(A) = Acoustic Stage
(B) = Band Stage (The Marian Butler Stage)

(A) Cathryn Green 1pm - 1.10
(B) Medz 1.10 - 1.25
(A) Lora&Amy 1.25 - 1.35
(B) Soldiers Can't Dance 1.35 - 1.55
(A) James O'Connor and Audrey Trainor 1.55 - 2.05
(B) RadioActive Grandma 2.05 - 2.20
(A) Sara Lou 2.20 - 2.30
(B) Swords 2.30 - 2.45
(A) Peter Fitzpatrick 2.45 - 2.55
(B) Third Smoke 2.55 - 3.10
(A) Sinead McNally 3.10 - 3.20
(B) Sharon Reid 3.20 - 3.35
(A) Robert O'Connor 3.35 - 3.45
(B) BeerMats 3.45 - 4.00
(A) Seanie Vaughan 4.00 - 4.10
(B) The Barley Mob 4.10 - 4.25
(A) Mairead Farrell 4.25 - 4.35
(B) The Fritzafrenic 4.35 - 4.50
(A) Rachael McCormack 4.50 - 5.00
(B) Dave Morrissey 5.00 - 5.15
(A) Lou McMahon 5.15 - 5.25
(B) Dem Fools 5.25 - 5.40
(A) Klara McDonnell 5.40 - 5.50
(B) Niall O'Shea 5.50 - 6.05
(A) Jessica Pritzel 6.05 - 6.15
(B) Fox.E and the Good Hands 6.15 - 6.30
(A) Donna Dunne 6.30 - 6.40
(B) Class A'Z 6.40 - 6.55
(A) Eva Porter 6.55 - 7.05
(B) 24 Broken Amps 7.05 - 7.20
(A) Rob Hughes 7.20 - 7.30
(B) Hot Licks 7.30 - 7.45

Ballyfermot Rocks Preview

The show on Wednesday 17th August was our last show before Ballyfermot Rocks this Sunday. We had Robert O'Connor, Racheal McCormack and Sinead McNally on. See them play on Sunday at Ballyfermot Road Park beside the Civic Centre along with 30 other acts from 1pm - 8pm. Admin is free.

Cathryn Green

We had Cathryn Green on the show on Wednesday 10th August. She played two of her tracks live in studio called "Your Lies" and "I Wonder". We also played her cover of Tears For Fears song "Mad World". See more info on her website which is www.cathryngreenmusic.com.

Dave Morrissey

Dave Morrissey was one of our guests on the show on Wednesday 3rd August. He played two tunes for us live in studio "Joey Had to Fly" and "Breaking Out". We also played his new single called "Butterfly" which you can download from iTunes here http://itunes.apple.com/ie/album/butterfly-single/id452718425. See his website for the latest news www.davemorrisseymusic.com.

Rob Hughes

Rob Hughes was one of our guests on the show on Wednesday 3rd August. He played two tunes for us live in studio "Hazard" and "Never Let Her Slip Away". See his youtube page to hear more tunes from him at http://www.youtube.com/user/robhughes31.

Upcoming Guests on During the Week

Our guests on the show for next Wednesday 17th August are all playing at our concert Ballyfermot Rocks which you can read about below. The guests on the show are:

     4pm - 4.20pm : Robert O'Connor
4.20pm - 4.40pm : Rachael McCormack
4.40pm - 5pm      : Sinead McNally

Alex Petkov is on afterwards from 5pm - 5.30pm. He will feature Sinead McNally and Keith McLoughlin on his show.

Ballyfermot Rocks Festival 2011

Ballyfermot Rocks is a concert which has been put together by the Ballyfermot RAPID Area Programme and by the local community radio station West Dublin Access Radio. It is taking place on Ballyfermot Road Park beside the Ballyfermot Community Civic Centre on Sunday 21st August from 1pm - 8pm.

The event is to showcase local talent, community spirit and to create a positive atmosphere in the area. There will be two stages running, one for bands and one for acoustic acts. Headling the festival will be the BeerMats etc...

More than 30 acts are set to play with many of these who have been interviewed by presenters in the radio station. Trevor Halpin of Music Reviewed Unsigned has great bands playing including Fox.E and the Good Hands etc... While radio presenter Keith McLoughlin has many good acts playing over on the acoustic stage including Sinead McNally, James O'Connor and Audrey Trainor etc... who have been great guests on his radio show During the Week.

The event has been organised by Pat Teehan of RAPID, by the presenters of West Dublin Access Radio and by many other volunteers. There will be fun and games for the kids with spot prizes to be won and also a BBQ with a sitting area on location. The event is set to be a great occasion for family, friends and music fans alike. All the people involved in the concert hope you can join them for a great day of fun and entertainment.

For further details contact Pat Teehan RAPID 086 8150113 or West Dublin Access Radio 01 620 7139

 

Here are the Stage Line Up and Times below.

 

(A) = Acoustic Stage
(B) = Band Stage

(A) Rob Hughes 1pm - 1.10
(B) Medz 1.10 - 1.25
(A) Lora&Amy 1.25 - 1.35
(B) Soldiers Can't Dance 1.35 - 1.55
(A) James O'Connor and Audrey Trainor 1.55 - 2.05
(B) RadioActive Grandma 2.05 - 2.20
(A) Sara Lou 2.20 - 2.30
(B) Swords 2.30 - 2.45
(A) Peter Fitzpatrick 2.45 - 2.55
(B) Third Smoke 2.55 - 3.10
(A) Sinead McNally 3.10 - 3.20
(B) Sharon Reid 3.20 - 3.35
(A) Robert O'Connor 3.35 - 3.45
(B) BeerMats 3.45 - 4.00
(A) Seanie Vaughan 4.00 - 4.10
(B) The Barley Mob 4.10 - 4.25
(A) Mairead Farrell 4.25 - 4.35
(B) The Fritzafrenic 4.35 - 4.50
(A) Rachael McCormack 4.50 - 5.00
(B) Dave Morrissey 5.00 - 5.15
(A) Lou McMahon 5.15 - 5.25
(B) Dem Fools 5.25 - 5.40
(A) Klara McDonnell 5.40 - 5.50
(B) Niall O'Shea 5.50 - 6.05
(A) Jessica Pritzel 6.05 - 6.15
(B) Fox.E and the Good Hands 6.15 - 6.30
(A) Donna Dunne 6.30 - 6.40
(B) Class A'Z 6.40 - 6.55
(A) Eva Porter 6.55 - 7.05
(B) 24 Borken Amps 7.05 - 7.20
(A) Cathryn Green 7.20 - 7.30
(B) Hot Licks 7.30 - 7.45

Jennifer Hurley

Jennifer Hurley was our guest on the show on Wednesday 27th July. She sang two tracks with backing tracks which were "Taken Back" and "Everything I'm Needing". We also played "Take it Slow", "Nothing Like You" and "Lets Party". You can check out the R'N'B singer on www.myspace.com/jennihurley.

Upcoming Guests on During the Week

July 27th - Jennifer Hurley (www.myspace.com/jennihurley)
Aug  3rd - Preview show of WDAR concert with extra guests.
Aug 10th - Cathryn Green (www.cathryngreenmusic.com)
Aug 17th - Preview show of WDAR concert with extra guests.

Fox.E and the Good Hands

Fox.E and the Good Hands were on the show on Wednesday 20th July. They played two song live in studio "Forbidden Fruit" and "I Ain't Got No Cigarettes". We also played two tracks from their Ep "I Like It Curvy" and "Please". You can check them out on http://www.foxeandthegoodhands.com/.

Sinead McNally - "The Green Eyed Monster" (Leave Us Alone) - Video

Sinead McNally has just released her new music video "The Green Eyed Monster" (Leave Us Alone) which features a debut guest appearance with Keith McLoughlin and friend Alex Petkov. See it here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLnf7cBYAMA.

James O'Connor and Audrey Trainor

James O'Connor and Audrey Trainor were on the show on Wednesday 13th July. They played the following songs live in studio "Mr. Fake", "Wear and Tear", "In The End". We also played "Something Keeps Me" from their EP "Mr.Fake". Check them out on www.myspace.com/jamesoconnormusic.

India 9 Nine

India 9 Nine were on the show on Wednesday 6th July. They played "Sooner or Later" and "San Franciso" live in studio. We also played two tracks from their Ep which were "Highs and Lows" and "Star. You can check them out on http://www.india9nine.com/.

Songs to Download

You can download the new single from Sinead McNally here called "The Green Eyed Monster" (Leave Us Alone). http://itunes.apple.com/ie/album/the-green-eyed-monster-leave/id445091903

You can also download a double sided single from Nikki Kavanagh called "Destiny/Sacred Fortune". http://itunes.apple.com/ie/album/destiny-sacred-fortune-deluxe/id446313205

Vicky Cornick

Vicky Cornick was our youngest ever guest on the show on Wednesday 29th June at just 12 years old. She did a great interview with us. We played three tracks from her. They were "Rolling in the Deep", "Everytime" and "Imagine". For more info on Vicky see her facebook page www.facebook.com/pages/Victoria-Cornick/126530164095420.

Lou McMahon

Lou McMahon singer/songwriter from Co.Clare was on the show on June 22nd. She performed two of her own songs live in studio "Sabai" and "A River". We also played two tracks from her called "Wide Eyed Lady" and "Pockets of Change". You can check her out on http://www.loumcmahon.com/.

West Dublin Access Radio - Outdoor Concert

West Dublin Access Radio are hosting an outdoor concert on Sunday 21st August from 1pm till late evening.

The concert will be in a little park which is located at the back of the Ballyfermot Community Civic Centre on the Ballyfermot Road were the station is based.

It's a fundraiser for the station and local businesses and shops in Ballyfermot are supporting us.

Admin is free so it would be great if you could come along on the day and support our radio station and support local talent.

I will name what artists will play soon!

Previous Guests

June 15th Kelly Hannon
June 8th Oddsocks Revival
June 1st Extra Guests Special with Klara McDonnell, Hazel Jade Rogers and Geraldine Mangan
May 25th You Say You Say

Stephanie Rainey

Stephanie Rainey was our guest on the show on Wednesday 4th May. She preformed two songs live which were "Go" and "What You're Missing". We also played two tracks from a CD her debut single "The One" and another track called "Hold On". For more info check out her myspace page www.myspace.com/stephanieraineymusic.

During the Week Info

We would like to say sorry that we haven't been able to broadcast for the last three Wednesday afternoons due to problems with the transmitter during this time. We are due to be back on the air with the show next Wednesday at 4pm on West Dublin Access Radio 96FM and on http://www.wdar.ie/. In the meantime you can listen to the shows we recorded with Seanie Vaughan and Claire Mulholland through the following links. Thanks!

http://soundcloud.com/keithmcloughlin/during-the-week-apr-13
http://soundcloud.com/keithmcloughlin/during-the-week-apr-27

Transmitter Failure

The transmitter problem as come back to us again on Wednesday afternoon after it had been working all week so there will be no show on West Dublin Access Radio.

Transmitter Failure

Due to the transmitter over heating, West Dublin Access Radio was off air for many hours on Wednesday 13th April. We still recorded a show with our guest Seanie Vaughan and his interview will be reschedule for another time.

During the Week - News Update

Donna Marie has pushed back the release date of her new single "I Can't See It" until Friday 13th May.

Dem Fools are looking for your vote in the next round of the YouBloom Song Competition. Visit link to vote http://www.youbloom.com/ybsc/entry/2057/.

Dave Morrissey

Dave Morrissey was our guest on the show on Wednesday 6th April. He preformed two songs live which were "Breaking Out" and "Joey Had To Fly". We also played two tracks from his album "Bring Out The Light" which is a song on the album and "Happy Day". For more info check out his website which is www.davemorrisseymusic.com.

During the Week - News Update

Noelle O'Sullivan releases her debut album on Friday. Her album launch is on Saturday night from 9pm in The Cobblestone, Smithfield and tickets are €10.

Sinead McNally plays in Hanlons Pub on Friday night. Free entry.

Peter Fitzpatrick

Peter Fitzpatrick was our guest on the show on Wednesday 30th March. We played a few songs from him called "From The Other Side Of The World", "Devil & The Deep Blue Sea" and " Be Alright". He preformed two live songs which were "Elvis Has Left The Building" and "What Do I Know ". He has played in a number of bands including Thin Lizzy but for the last few years he has been working as a solo artist. He has released one EP and is currently finishing off two more EPs. For more info check out his website which is http://peterfitzpatrick.net/.

During the Week - News Update

Deirdre Shannon's new album "Anamceol" is available for download through the following link! http://www.jennyfedei.com/ejunkie/index.htm

New single from Luan Parle called "Three Minute Miracle" is out now for download on itunes. Go to link to download! http://itunes.apple.com/ie/album/three-minute-miracle-single/id422065578

Fiona Harte from Shake The Glitter sang with Enrique Iglesias in concert and she did really well! Visit the youtube link to watch! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQha5lMk6JQ

Dem Fools are into the next round of the You Bloom Song Competition.

During the Week - News Update

The Fallen Drakes won a competition to support The Commitments in the O2 on Saturday night. Well done to the lads and we are sure they'll play a great gig.

Dem Fools have entered the YouBloom Song Competition with a song called "Not As Hard As it Looks". Hope you can click on the link and vote for them http://www.youbloom.com/ybsc/entry/2057/! We hope they have the success that their good friend Liz Seaver had last year in the competition!
Also they are playing a gig in Skerries in the Coast Inn on Paddy's night if you're in the area you can pop in and see the guys play live.

Noelle O'Sullivan will release her album "Seeds" on Friday 1st April.

Deirdre Shannon

Deirdre Shannon was our guest on the show on Wednesday 16th March. We played a few songs from her which were "The Prayer" a duet with her brother Matthew Gilsenan, "Siobhán Ní Dhuibhir" which is coming up on her new album and "Lord Over You". She preformed two live songs which were "Maid Of Culmore" and "Song For Ireland". Her career has seen her perform all over the world with Lord of the Dance with Michael Flatley. She was also involved with groups Anúna and Celtic Woman. She will be releasing a new album soon. For more info check out her website which is http://www.deirdreshannon.com/.

During the Week - News Update

Luan Parle will release her fourth single "Three Minute Miracle" from the album "The Full Circle" on Friday 18th March.

Donna Marie will release a new single called "I Can't See It" on Thursday 21st April. There will also be a video release for the song too.

An online news/media site called i96online is going to launch soon! They are looking for contributors for articles on Local and national news/ sports/ features/ music/ fashion/ culture and politics, if you are interested contact Trev at trevhalpin@gmail.com and check out the website on http://www.i96online.com/.

Eva Porter

Eva Porter was our guest on the show on Wednesday 9th March. We played a few songs from her which were "My Own Company", "Heart On My Sleeve" and we played "Trapped in America" which she preformed live for us on our Open Day back on September 10th. For more info check out her website which is http://www.evaporter.com/.

During the Week - News Update

Sinead McNally has just released her debut single on iTunes called “Moody Blues”. The song is available for download on iTunes through the following link http://itunes.apple.com/ie/album/moody-blues-single/id417262465.

Hazel Jade Rogers released her debut video called "Back It Up". You can view the video on youtube through the following link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqYSa-3mVq4.

Dem Fools perform in Whelans on Friday night. Tickets are €10.

Thomas Dalton and Jennifer Faust

Thomas Dalton and Jennifer Faust were our guests on the show on Wednesday 2nd March. We played their song "Stay with You" which they entered in the Emeraz competition. They both sang a song each with a backing track. Jennifer performed a song called "All Night Long" and Thomas sang a song called "Longing For You". We also played another of Jennifer's tracks called "Take You Away". The two singers are working on songs for possible solo albums.

You can check out their profiles on:

Thomas Dalton and Jennifer Faust: http://www.emeraz.com/featuredFinalist.php?song_id=334&track_id=937&menu_id=7

Thomas Dalton: http://www.emeraz.com/musicianInfo.php?user_id=515&menu_id=33

Jennifer Faust: http://www.emeraz.com/musicianInfo.php?menu_id=33&user_id=279

During the Week - News Update

Nikki Kavanagh released her new single “Falling” which just missed out on going to Eurovision. The song is available for download on iTunes through the following link and is currently number 44 in the Irish Singles Chart. Hope you can download it! http://itunes.apple.com/ie/album/falling-single/id420723853.

Sinead McNally releases her debut single on iTunes on Monday called “Moody Blues”.

Carosel and Luan Parle are battling it out to win the Glenisk Tune Challenge Competition. Carosel have a song called “Easy” while Luan Parle has a song called “Natural”. The winner will have their song featured in Glenisk’s new advertisement. Go to the following link to vote before the winner is announced on Friday. http://apps.facebook.com/glenisk_tunes/entries?shortlisted=true%3Fr%3D0.

Maddy Pritchard is in the top 25 of the Tune Breaker Awards 2011. She is looking for your vote and whoever has the most hits will win. Visit the following link to vote. http://www.tunebreaker.com/profiles.php?id=361.

Thomas Dalton and Jennifer Faust are taking part in Emeraz Song Competition. You can vote for their song through the following link and they will be our studio guests next Wednesday 2nd March. http://www.emeraz.com/featuredFinalist.php?song_id=334&track_id=937&menu_id=7

The Fallen Drakes launch their EP “Death of an Actress” in the Twisted Pepper this Friday night. For more info on the gig check out the following link. http://www.facebook.com/update_security_info.php?wizard=1#!/event.php?eid=178100388891839.

Dem Fools will be playing in the Pint on the Quays on Friday night. Tickets are €5 on the door.

Claire Malone plays in the Wrights Venue in Swords on Thursday night. Tickets are €10.

Jessica Pritzel has launched her new website which you can check out through the following link http://www.wix.com/jesspritzel/jess-page. She is on Take Me Out on Friday night on TV3 at 9pm. She is the girl standing in the middle second in from the left of your screen.

Sinead McNally

Sinead McNally was our guests on the show on Wednesday 23rd February. She performed three songs for us live in studio which were a cover of “Just Say Yes”, one of her own tunes which could be her second single called "The Green Eyed Monster" and two covers mixed into one “Dynamite/Bad Romance”. We also played another track called "Moody Blues". This will be her debut single which is out on Monday for download on iTunes. Check out her myspace page for more info including upcoming gigs on www.myspace.com/sineadmcnally.

Dem Fools

Dem Fools were our guests on the show on Wednesday 16th February. They performed three songs for us live in studio which were “1 Love”, "So Gone Now" and “Make You Smile”. We also played another track called "Don't Make It Right". Check out their website for more info including upcoming gigs they have got on http://demfools.weebly.com/.

Geraldine Mangan

Geraldine Mangan was our guest on the show on Wednesday 9th February. She performed two songs for us live in studio which were “The Story of a Life” and “Eleanor”. We also played three other tracks which were "Hello World", "You're The One" and "Cry My Way to Freedom". Check out her website which is http://www.geraldinemangan.com/.

The Fallen Drakes

Dublin Indie/Rock band The Fallen Drakes were our guests on the show on Wednesday 26th January. They performed one song for us live in studio which was “Love Again”. We played two other tracks from the bands upcoming EP which were "Masquerade and "Don't Cry". The launch for the EP is on in The Twisted Pepper on Friday 25th February. It's €8 in the door and you get a free copy of the EP. For more info on the band visit their website which is http://www.thefallendrakes.com/.

Jessica Pritzel

Jessica Pritzel was our guest on the show on Wednesday 19th January. She performed two songs for us live in studio which were “Belief” by Gavin DeGraw and “Glitter in the Air” by Pink. She is working in studio to find new material for a future single and possible album. We also played two other tracks that she recorded which were "Autumn Leaves" by Eva Cassidy and "Kissing You" by Des'ree. These songs are available to listen to on her new website which is http://www.wix.com/jesspritzel/jess-page.

Robert O’Connor

Robert O’Connor was our guest on the show on Wednesday 12th January. He performed two songs for us live in studio which were “Over” and “Too Late”. He is set to release an EP in March with these new tracks on it. Check out his music on http://www.robertoconnorofficial.com/ and www.myspace.com/robertoconnoronline.

Results for the Best Live Performance on Ready for the Weekend/During the Week 2010

Hazel Jade Rogers was voted the winner with 51%. Second place went to Karen Coleman and Madeleine Pritchard of The Bliss Routine with 36%.

3rd Liz Seaver
4th Donna Marie
5th Klara McDonnell
6th Noelle O’Sullivan
7th Nikki Kavanagh