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Bob Dylan Tips His Cap, Westlife Breaks The Box Office, And A Metro Meets Its Match
A rare song choice lights the fuse: Bob Dylan steps into Killarney and revives a Paul Brady classic after 34 years, nodding to the enduring pull of Irish folk. From there we surf the shockwave across a country negotiating spectacle and substance—Westlife’s surging demand, fresh arena dates on the horizon, and a thriving alternative ecosystem where collectives like the Camomil Club give emerging artists the scaffolding to build careers. We talk playlists, pipelines, and why institutional support like National Concert Hall bursaries matters when the box office spins around legacy giants.
We also widen the lens to culture’s architecture. Other Voices keeps access front and center with livestreams from St. James’ Church, and the Dublin Fringe Festival celebrates two decades of practical tools for theater and dance. On screen, House of Guinness channels history with sharp wit, proving that heritage isn’t just preserved—it evolves. Then sport connects the dots globally: a Donegal remembrance for All Blacks captain Dave Gallagher and Olympian Deirdre Duke aiming for an All-Ireland title with London’s Holloway Gales show how diaspora clubs sustain competitive Irish identity far from home.
Modernization tests the social fabric. We unpack the high-stakes legal challenge to Dublin’s 10 billion euro Metrolink, from land acquisition to heritage and environmental review—case by case, the state must weigh national benefit against local cost. In a striking counterbalance, a new cash-access law mandates ATMs within 10 kilometers of most homes and businesses, prioritizing inclusion over pure digital efficiency. Finally, we track two major court stories—the scope of the Deirdre Morley inquest and a reopened 1981 case—reminders that justice in Ireland holds a long memory. Tune in for a clear map of how music, policy, and community negotiate the line between heritage and horizon. If this resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review to keep the conversation moving.
Your source for Irish music and culture news! Tune in for the latest in Irish and Celtic music, festivals, and heritage. Listen 24/7 at MyIrishRadio.com — and host your own show! Email [email protected]
From trad to rock — Ireland’s soundtrack lives here.
Listen worldwide at MyIrishRadio.com
Script compiled and read with voices from NotebookLM
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By My Irish RadioA rare song choice lights the fuse: Bob Dylan steps into Killarney and revives a Paul Brady classic after 34 years, nodding to the enduring pull of Irish folk. From there we surf the shockwave across a country negotiating spectacle and substance—Westlife’s surging demand, fresh arena dates on the horizon, and a thriving alternative ecosystem where collectives like the Camomil Club give emerging artists the scaffolding to build careers. We talk playlists, pipelines, and why institutional support like National Concert Hall bursaries matters when the box office spins around legacy giants.
We also widen the lens to culture’s architecture. Other Voices keeps access front and center with livestreams from St. James’ Church, and the Dublin Fringe Festival celebrates two decades of practical tools for theater and dance. On screen, House of Guinness channels history with sharp wit, proving that heritage isn’t just preserved—it evolves. Then sport connects the dots globally: a Donegal remembrance for All Blacks captain Dave Gallagher and Olympian Deirdre Duke aiming for an All-Ireland title with London’s Holloway Gales show how diaspora clubs sustain competitive Irish identity far from home.
Modernization tests the social fabric. We unpack the high-stakes legal challenge to Dublin’s 10 billion euro Metrolink, from land acquisition to heritage and environmental review—case by case, the state must weigh national benefit against local cost. In a striking counterbalance, a new cash-access law mandates ATMs within 10 kilometers of most homes and businesses, prioritizing inclusion over pure digital efficiency. Finally, we track two major court stories—the scope of the Deirdre Morley inquest and a reopened 1981 case—reminders that justice in Ireland holds a long memory. Tune in for a clear map of how music, policy, and community negotiate the line between heritage and horizon. If this resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review to keep the conversation moving.
Your source for Irish music and culture news! Tune in for the latest in Irish and Celtic music, festivals, and heritage. Listen 24/7 at MyIrishRadio.com — and host your own show! Email [email protected]
From trad to rock — Ireland’s soundtrack lives here.
Listen worldwide at MyIrishRadio.com
Script compiled and read with voices from NotebookLM