Fierce mild out, eh?

NO ENCORE battles through savage weather conditions to reach your ears, beloved listener, via the method of cross-internet communication technology.

That's right; your intrepid hosts abandoned the studio and improvised thanks to the combined powers of Skype, Daithi, resident sonic architect Eve, red wine, Tiger beer and green tea.

Enjoy, and do stay warm out there.

ACT ONE: Dave reviews the latest chapter in the rise of Dermot Kennedy, and teases a very special upcoming podcast.

ACT TWO: Barbara Streisand did something highly questionable, 50 Cent lied to us, Dua Lipa is in a spot of bother and music festivals are starting to get their acts together. It's the news.

ACT THREE: Bray trio Wyvern Lingo are blazing a trail, but how does their debut album measure up?

ACT FOUR: Songs of the Week with Janelle Monaé, The Blaze, Editors, Unknown Mortal Orchestra and Twin Shadow.

EXIT MUSIC: Paddy Hanna - 'Toulouse The Kisser'

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