Drogheda Fringe Festival
2011
Duke Special, Live in the Big Top!
Fringe 2011 offers you a unique opportunity to see this dynamic and musically ambitious artist under canvas in Fossett's Big Top by the banks
of our own magical river, the Boyne. Duke Special is a performer who harks back to a pre-rock 'n' roll era, with dashes of Gershwin and orchestral swing, all
tinged with a Northern Irish lilt and poetic lyrics which could feature in a modern-day fairytale. He manages to perfectly balance the old and the
new - boasting the appeal of a three-minute pop song with the incessant charm of an old school music hall.
Where?
Fossett's Circus Tent, Scotch Hall Shopping Centre, Surface Carpark, Marsh RoadWhen?
Thursday, 28th April 2011 @ 7.30pmTickets?
€22.50 on sale in Scotch Hall Shopping Centre Information Desk, the d Hotel and via ticketmaster.ieExternal Sounds presents DJ Kormac
External Sounds, in association with the Fringe Festival, are delighted to have Big Band Leader,
Visual Artist, Producer, DJ & Ireland's answer to Mr Scruff, DJ Kormac who bringes his AV showpiece to The Purple Room. Kormac will
be performing his new AV show and will be creating a live audio visual show while playing.
Where?
The Purple Room
When?
Sunday 1st May 2011 @ 11.00pm
Tickets?
€8 on the door (€5 before midnight)
Gerry Creen & Ludwig O'Neil
These two Belfast natives are a welcome addition to the Fringe programme. The folk and roots singer-songwriters will
inspire as they perform their homegrown songs that speak of their native city.
Venue: The Punt, Bolton Street | Date: Sunday 1st May 2011
Time: 9.00pm | Free Admission
Huey & The Hobgoblins
This ever popular 10-piece band who enjoy themselves while playing some hopping tunes will be playing their own original, catchy tunes.
There's a touch of the Committments, Paulo Nuttini, The Specials and Rory Gallagher about their upbeat and energetic songs.
Venue: Corrigan's Bar, Georges's Street | Date: Saturday, 30th April 2011
Time: 9.00pm | Free Admission
Tequila Rose
Winner of the Well Factor 2011, Tequila Roase is a welcome new addition to the Music scene in town. Fronted by Martina Berrill, this
new band has a bright future and a whole lot a talent.
Venue: Grennan's Bar, Newfoundwell | Date: Sat, 30th April 2011
Time: 9.00pm | Free Admission
Trenchtown
Drogheda 2tone/ska/ska reggae band, Trenchtown, are one of Ireland's finest bands of this music genre. Formed back in 1988, they have
constantly wowed their fans with their bouncy reggae and furious ska sound.
Venue: The Mariner, North Quay | Date: Saturday, 1st May 2011
Time: 9.30pm | Free Admission
All Day Garden Sessions
The All Day Garden Sessions will have a huge line up of local and not so local acts, playing in the Beer Garden from 3.00pm. There will be a
Free BBQ and a small craft fair throughout the afternoon.
Venue: The Black Bull, Dublin Road | Date: 1st May 2011
Time: From 3pm | Free Admission
The Enemies...
One of Drogheda's most popular acts, the Enemies take to the stage in Hogs & Heifers on Thursday after Duke Special in Fossett's
Big Top. Fronted by Ronan McQuillan, this band entertain with an energetic set which always gets you dancing
Venue: Hogs & Heifers | Date: Thursday, 28th April 2011
Time: 9.30pm | Free Admission
The Seducers
With support from Orion & Free BBQ from 7pm
The Seducers return to Mc Phail's as part of the Festival. You can be assured of some classic rock numbers and a packed room when they
take to the stage. They will be supported by the very talented Orion on the night and the music will be preceded by a Free BBQ in the beer
garden from 7pm.
Venue: Mc Phail's, Laurence Street | Date: Sunday, 1st May 2011
Time: Doors @ 9.00pm
Clockwise
Regulars on the local music circuit, Clockwise will appear in Hanratty's on Sunday night.
Venue: Hanratty's Lounge, Kierans' Corner | Date: Sunday, 1st May 2011
Time: 10pm | Free Admission
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Think Lizzy
This Thin Lizzy Tribute act will perform some classic Irish rock in Hogs & Heifers during the Festival which is sure to please their many fans in
Drogheda.
Venue: Hogs & Heifers, West Street | Date: Saturday, 30th April 2011
Time: 9pm | Admission: €3.00 or 2 for €5.00
The Purple Sessions
Featuring Aaron Shanley & Allie Bradley
Aaron Shanley is a singer-songwriter form Lisburn. He was artist in residence at the 2010 Catheral Quater Arts Festival in Belfast and
recently won 'Best Male' award at the Access to Music Award in Birmingham's O2 Academy. He will be joined on the night by Allie Bradley who is more
traditional in setup, just her and her guitar - but the material is less so, coming across like stripped interpretations of potential pop gems.
Venue: The Punt, Bolton Street | Date: Friday, 29th April 2011
Time: 8.30pm | Free Admission
Helen & Claire Martin
Sisters and musical collaborators, Helen and Claire Martin will perform
an acoustic set which will feature some of their own materials and a
mixture of some interesting covers. Enjoy an afternoon snack and tea or
coffee in the relaxing surroundings of Highlanes Gallery.
Venue: Andersons Cafe @ Highlanes Gallery, Laurence St | Date: Saturday, 1st May 2011
Time: 3.30pm | Free Admission
Rad Trad Session
Traditional Irish seisuin in the front bar of Shooters. All welcome to come and join in.
Venue: Shooters Bar, Narrow West Street | Date: Sunday, 1st May
Time: 4pm | Free Admission
Knights of Leon
The Knights of Leon, the Kings of Leon Tribute act play all over
Ireland and have a huge following. If you are heading to Slane
later in May 2011 to catch the Kings, this gig will definitely get you
in the mood to rock.
Venue: McPhail's Bar, Laurence Street | Date: Saturday, 30th April 2011
Time: 9.00pm
Upside Down
Dundalk duo, Upside Down will be playing in Hanratty's Lounge
on Saturday, 30th April. They will entertain with classics from
the 60s and 70s which will have you singing along and tapping
your toes - sure you might even get up and dance as there's a
Festival going on!!
Venue: Hanratty's Bar, Kierans' Corner | Date: Sat, 30th April 2011
Time: 8.30pm | Free Admission
Roy Taylor
Roy Taylor will perform in the d Hotel on Friday night as part of the
Fringe Festival. Roy plays a melodic selection of tunes in the bar,
situated beside the river Boyne
Venue: The d Hotel, Marsh Road | Date: Friday, 29th April 2011
| Time: 10.00pm | Free Admission
Roostic Acoustic Sessions
The Roostic Acoustic Session brings together some of
Drogheda's most talented singer-songwriters while they sing
their favorite songs and accompany each other in many different
musical styles over an afternoon pint.
Venue: Shooters Front Bar, Narrow West Street | Date: Sat, 30th April 2011
Time: 4.00 pm | Free Admission
Relax
Eighties band Relax return to Bru Bar during the Festival and will have
the party people dancing to classic 80s hits.
Venue: Bru Bar, Wellington Quay | Date: Sunday, 1st May 2011
Time: 9.30pm
Brewhouse
Brewhouse have their roots in the Blues world of New Orleans.
Fine musicians and interesting set, check them out while on your
travels around the Fringe.
Venue: Mc Phail's, Laurence Street | Date: Friday, 29th April 2011
Time: 9.00pm
Mick Reid & Sarah O'Brien
Local musician, Mick Reid will perform some rock & blues songs, some of which have been penned by the man himself.
Mick plays a mean dobro with a gritty mix of tunes that will appeal to the Blues fan. Sarah O'Brien is an emerging talent who has
just started singing but she is already making in-roads on the local scene. Her softer, more folky sound will fit in well.
Venue: Andersons Cafe @ Highlanes Gallery, Laurence Street | Date: Sunday, 1st May 2011
Time: From 6.00pm | Free Admission
Double Trouble
Local act, Fiona & Kevin Hoey guarentee a great night of entertainment
with popular classics from rock & pop.
Venue: Grennan's Bar, Newfoundwell | Date: Sunday, 1st May 2011
Time: 9.30pm | Free Admission
Eoin Hancock
Eoin Hancock plays the Black Bull on Friday night in Itzabar.
He promises to get you going with some cracking tunes.
Venue: Black Bull, Dublin Road | Date: Friday, 29th April 2011
Time: Around 9.00pm | Free Admission
Songs from the Snug
The Black Bull will host an open mic acoustic session on Thursday night of the Fringe. Musicians are welcome
to come and take part from 9.30pm
Venue: The Black Bull, Dublin Road | Date: Thursday, 28th April 2011
Time: 9.30pm | Free Admission
