Ellie Goulding is a busy woman. She's a UN Environmental Ambassador combating climate change, regularly fights for the rights of the homeless in the UK and in between all that she makes knockout songs.

A proud boxing fitness fanatic and she is now punching her way back into music with a banging new track called 'Worry About Me' feat. the brilliant and broody Blackbear on production duties.

It's the 10 year anniversary of her smash hit album 'Lights' and recently as she tells Fergal D'Arcy being in lockdown as so many people worldwide are now she has been thinking a lot about how herself and her music has changed. (she was only 23 when it came out and catapulted her to global fame!)

WORRY ABOUT ME WITH @iamblackbear IS OUT NOW!

The former One Direction man has impressive stats.

80 Million albums sold

3.5 billion streams

Multi-Platinum debut album.

And as a solo artist he is only one of FOUR Irish artists to top the Billboard chart in America.

'Flicker' was his debut album and now the toughest test of all the sophomore follow up. Well he has taken on the challenge and now his second album is out. 'Heartbreak Weather' is out now and receiving rave reviews. Niall Horan has truly arrived.

A staggering career to date but the former One Direction member is still that sound young lad from Mullingar.

And he has a new album which he has promoted in his own unique and genial way!

Now that we’re on lockdown basically, I have an album out that you should listen to . If you’re not particularly a fan of mine, give it a go anyway.

— Niall Horan (@NiallOfficial) March 15, 2020

Fergal D'Arcy sat down to chat about his song writing, new album, his bromance with Lewis Capaldi, thrusting hips, "half sexy, half honest", how an email changed his life forever, how he's been hanging out with his body face double Allen Leech and loads more

 

 

 

Currently supporting The Script in the 3 Arena for 3 nights this week in Dublin and has just announced her own headline show in Dublin in November.

Becky Hill is loving her time here and she has some huge plans for 2020.

Her no nonsense approach to life is what will endear her to Irish fans, and it's already made her BFFs with the magnificent Ruth-Anne Cunningham who met when they both worked with Naughty Boy.

Things are so exciting for her right now.

Confirmed to play Coachella ☀️

20 million streams

Tim Wheeler popped in for a day to celebrate his own band - Ash Wednesday!

The guys are back to celebrate 25 years of Ash with a massive album 'Teenage Wildlife' and tour.

Tim told Fergal D'Arcy all about their plans for 2020, they reminisced on Ash being the biggest band of Irish life in the 90s, and Tim recalls a story about making a slasher movie with Coldplay, Moby and Dave Grohl!!

Have a listen here:

. @FergDarcy is celebrating #AshWednesday today on the show

The facts speak for themselves:

 TWO Platinum Selling Albums

Over 1.5 Billion Streams - making him one of the most successful streamed acts in the world.

A SOLD OUT World Tour

His new album is due for release in 2020.

And he only released his debut album “Bitter Pill” four years ago. That is astounding.

Plus, the most important fact. Gavin James is still one of the soundest gentlemen you could meet in music.

Gavin spoke to Fergal D'Arcy about how important a break is in music and how you have to do your best to make it happen yourself, our massive 3 Arena support slot comp (see below) and plans for 2020.

He also gave us an outstanding live in session version of new song, 'The Middle' and a CLASS cover of the one and only Tay Tay's 'Lover'

""I did a gig in a fertility clinic. I got a standing ovulation."

 

Wanna join @FERGDARCY & @gavinjames for a night of new Irish music?

They are one of Ireland's finest exports and have taken the world by storm.

However, they never forget their Irish fans and with that in mind Kodaline have announced a very special three night residency at The Olympia.

Steve said, "We are so excited to be heading back to the Olympia Theatre for a very intimate run of shows! This venue holds a very special place in our hearts and we want to make these nights one to remember! Can’t wait to see you all there."

He also told Fergal that their latest track, 'Wherever You Are' was inspired by his long term girlfriend Diana Bunici and being apart when he is on tour.

Being on the road all the time can make it difficult in long distance relationships. The song became a peace offering!

Watch the video here:

Anne-Marie is back with a brand new single called 'Birthday'

And in a national Irish radio exclusive - She chose The Fergal D'Arcy Show to launch it in Ireland.

10 billion streams - 4 x UK and Ireland Top 10 singles

2 million album sales - 1.3 billion video views

That is INCREDIBLE.

Oh, and don't forget she is also a 3 x World Karate Champion and is one of the soundest people we've met.

Karate is still a huge part of her life and just one of the things she spoke to Fergal D'Arcy about, she also talked about working with the same people that have worked with Lizzo, Ariana Grande, Halsey and Demi Lovato, her hopes for her brand new album (she's sworn to secrecy!) but that doesn't stop Detective Fergal ...

Check out the video:

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The Jonas Brothers played to a sold out 3 Arena on Friday night on their Happiness Begins Tour but they still took the time out for an exclusive chat to TodayFM's Fergal D'Arcy.

Nick, Joe and Kevin reformed last year, were the highlight of The Grammys the other night and are back in Ireland for the first time in 12 years!

Jo Bro fever is bigger than ever!

Are the @JonasBrothers the nicest chaps in pop? We sent @FergDarcy to find out!

Fergal D'Arcy caught up with the #JonasBrothers when they rocked through Dublin on Friday

@NickJonas @JoeJonas @KevinJonas @3ArenaDublin pic.twitter.com/yfsnaTTGYx

— Today FM (@TodayFM) February 3, 2020

 

PRESS PLAY FOR THE FULL CHAT

We missed you guys ❤️ #happinessbeginstour pic.twitter.com/5f5jvSJ9JY

— Jonas Brothers (@jonasbrothers) January 30, 2020

Have you seen the video yet? It's an absolute blast and is inspired by classic movies like Say Anything, Risky Business and Grease.

The wonderful Guy Garvey from Elbow on The Fergal D’Arcy Show chatting about their very special upcoming gig at Other Voices in Ballina.

He also talks about the new album, being a big fan of Fontaines DC, how he was affected by his Father's passing, how Irish poet Seamus Heaney is literally everywhere with him and has become a huge influence on him and the band's output, shifting and a lot more!

Guy and the band will be performing at St. Michael's Church in Ballina as part of Other Voices on February 28th and 29th - Check  www.othervoices.ie 

 

Great interview heard it here

— karinaharte (@karinaharte632) January 31, 2020

 

Great interview

— Seán (@OGrianain22) January 31, 2020

 

Don't miss the brilliant @Guy_Garvey from @Elbow on the @FERGDARCY show today.

He chats about their new album, one of the biggest influences on the band - a certain Seamus Heaney and shifting!

It was one of the highlights for another amazing show at Camden recording studios.

Now, becoming an annual tradition, The Fergal D'Arcy Show upped sticks from the usual surrounds of the Marconi House studio and settled into a spectacular showcase of Irish and International music.

Scroll down to watch and listen to all the spectacular talent.

What a day with the @FERGDARCY show and #ChristmasAtCamden ❤️

Thanks to @HudsonTaylor @GabrielleAplin @gavinjames @MoncrieffMusic @thisisruthanne @nbrez for an AMAZING day! pic.twitter.com/u3w5sxMN64

— Today FM (@TodayFM) December 23, 2019

Ruth-Anne, maybe best known for her work with Niall Horan and now a GRAMMY nominated artist for her work with John Legend took on the BIGGEST Christmas song and NAILED IT.

All we want for Christmas is @thisisruthanne covering Mariah Carey and absolutely sleighing it! #ChristmasAtCamden on @FERGDARCY @camdenstudio

❤️ pic.twitter.com/oSFEV5oC7D

— Today FM (@TodayFM) December 23, 2019

Gavin James called into to tell us why he tackled Fairytale Of New York:

It took some Dutch courage for @gavinjames and his band to take on the biggest Christmas song ever!! He told @FERGDARCY

“We were told don’t touch it it’s sacred!” #ChristmasAtCamden ❤️ pic.twitter.com/LgoEBze1di

— Today FM (@TodayFM) December 23, 2019

FULL INTERVIEW HERE:

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Here are the Hudson Taylor lads covering, 'Merry Christmas Everyone' by Shakin' Stevens. Outrageous Christmas vibes:

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We also had Bressie cover an iconic Tom Waits track. THIS WAS SUCH A TREAT. BRILLIANT CHOICE MAN:

It’s a song that goes under the radar. @nbrez takes on his favourite festive track:

Tom Waits classic ‘A Christmas Card From A Hooker In Minneapolis’ on the @FERGDARCY show.

❤️#christmasatcamden pic.twitter.com/gSf1ludJJR

— Today FM (@TodayFM) December 23, 2019

 

Here is the full song. Enjoy!!!

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The magnificent @MoncrieffMusic took ‘Last Christmas’ and he’s giving it to someone special..you! @FERGDARCY live @camdenstudio for #ChristmasAtCamden ❤️ pic.twitter.com/pTZq8Bs4Az

— Today FM (@TodayFM) December 23, 2019

Listen to the full song here:

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