The riot tapes are “Sparky, Twisty gems” according to The Irish Times. Listen back here to hear their new single Cardinal Rules, find them on facebook, twitter and keep an ear to the ground for their up and coming website.

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The Statics are a four piece Dublin outfit were formed in the late 2010 with Liam Gardner (Lead Vocal/Guitar), Daragh O’Connell (Guitar/Vocals), Jacqueline Campion (Drums) and Thomas Nugent (Bass). Their début single was recorded at Westland Studios by Alwyn Walker. Listen back here to hear the E.P ‘Hidden Pigeon’ and they also play ‘Alone’ live on Radio Nova’s Locals Only.

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Toy Solider are an electro-rock band from Ireland. They have toured in Europe and the US and played Ireland’s very own electric picnic. They must be one of Ireland’s brightest acts, attracting a massive following everywhere they go. Listen back here to hear them preform ‘animal’ on Radio Nova’s Locals Only. (you’d never guess they’re originally from Cork)

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Madra are a rock and roll three piece from Kildare/Dublin Ireland who sound a bit like Zeppelin with a melodic Beatles edge, a touch of the Ramones a la Bowie. Their new EP “Humanerisms” is ready for upload from iTunes, you can also listen to it on MySpace or www.Madramusic.com. They have plans for a new album in the new year. Listen back here to hear them on Radio Nova’s Local’s Only. (Madra – is the Irish word word for dog).

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Vagabonds and Thieves are a unique outfit from Kildare, expect footstomping blues with a folksy feel. They talk to Johnny Bowe on Locals Only and play their song ‘Uncle Sam’ Live in studio. You can listen back here to find out who Uncle Sam is!

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