The Cobblestone Backroom is more than just a music venue…
it’s the heart of the Cobblestone community.
You can take a dance class, play in a beginner session, or practice your cúpla focal…and of course see some of the best Irish & international musicians around.
Upcoming events.
Check out all the concerts, events, and classes right here. The schedule is updated weekly.
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
Balaclavas Session
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
Cobbleprov
Cobbleprov
The present and future of Irish Improv performing at one of Dublin's most famous pubs.
@CobbleProv on Instagram
Doors 7.15
Show 7.30
Balaclavas Session - ZOOM
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
Fiárock - An Tús Debut Album Launch
Fiárock - An Tús Debut Album Launch
Fiárock, a four-piece Irish traditional band hailing from both sides of the Atlantic, will be launching their debut album, An Tús, at The Cobblestone.
The quartet masterfully treads the line of staying true to the tradition while embracing the diversity of influences from each member’s personal background, enriching their sound with jazz harmonies, American old-time melodies, and Mexican folk song. Concertina, banjo, piano, bodhrán, and vocals join together in powerful arrangements, from rip-roaring polkas to mesmerizing slow airs, in ways that will enchant and enrapture both trad-heads and newcomers alike.
€15 Entry
Balaclavas Session
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
Reluctant Bob & The Lonely Lovers - Anti-Valentines Special
No Love Songs - Sad Bangers, Break-up Songs - all the good stuff. Special guest tbc
Geandáil Ghasta - Speed Dating & Friending trí Ghaeilge
Geandáil Ghasta - Speed Dating & Friending trí Ghaeilge
This speed dating/friending event is designed for all levels of Irish speakers and focuses on people learning the language and meeting new people in a relaxed, welcoming environment. It involves timed conversation rounds with simple prompts in the form of sheets on each table, followed by a Pint & Caint / Pop-Up Gaeltacht, which would encourage attendees to stay on if they want to continue chatting. Of course, like with every Croí na Gaeilge event, this is open to absolutely everyone, not just Irish people/speakers. We always encourage anyone interested in the culture too to come along.
€12 on the door
Balaclavas Session
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
Whistle @ The Cobblestone!
Whistle @ The Cobblestone!
Back on the road for 2026, Whistle take to the fabled Cobblestone stage to blow the cobwebs off, and get some foot tappin', whoopin' and hollerin' going with old and new originals, covers and a few surprises. Come on down!
Logan McKillop & Caleb Tomlinson Canadian Roots/Folk Singer-Songwriters
Logan McKillop & Caleb Tomlinson Canadian Roots/Folk Singer-Songwriters
Join Logan McKillop and Caleb Tomlinson, two singer-songwriters from Northern Canada, for their performance at the Cobblestone Backroom on Saturday, February 21st.
Logan McKillop is a folk/roots singer-songwriter and storyteller from the prairies of Canada, now living in Whitehorse, Yukon. Equally skilled as a wordsmith and a guitarist, each song is an invitation into the best of both worlds. McKillop was a full-time troubadour from 2015–2020, touring extensively to promote his two full-length albums Prairie Sky and Anchorless. With tens of thousands of touring kilometres behind him, he has performed across Canada, Europe, and the UK. He is once again on the road in support of his new full-length album Prisoner of the Highway, set for release in the summer of 2026, with tour dates across Canada, the UK, and Ireland.
Caleb Tomlinson performs beautifully crafted and lyrically driven americana and roots music. With songs distinctly rooted in place, his engaging performance and storytelling transports the audience into the landscapes and seasons of northern and western Canada, creating an unforgettable live show. He released his debut EP, Solstice, in 2024 and has been performing throughout western Canada since, including performances at the Edmonton Fringe Festival, Atlin Arts & Music Festival, and Breakout West.
Together, McKillop and Tomlinson promise a night of well-honed musicianship and masterful storytelling, for an evening you won't want to miss.
TICKETS AT THIS LINK
The Dublin Jazz Co-op
The Dublin Jazz Co-op Presents:
Fiddler Sinéad Kennedy brings her unmatched touch and tone — rooted in Donegal tunes and airs — to a first-time collaboration with the intuitive, dynamic rhythm section of Sean Maynard Smith (bass) and Dominic Mullan (drums).
This one-off meeting blends traditional Irish music with jazz sensibility, sensitivity, and spontaneous interplay — a unique and exciting fusion, heard for the first time.
A curation by Ben Prevo.
Doors at 3.00 pm, music 3.30 pm
indie nights (folk edition) featuring Becca Colley, Barra Donovan and the Irish Outlaws and teejuh
Siz Promotions presents indie nights (folk edition)
Tuesday 24th February 2026
Tickets at this link
A night showcasing local up and coming independent artists, through the enchanting melodies of the folk genre. A stacked co-headline of three artists that are a must to see perform live in the Cobblestone Pub, one of Dublin's iconic venues: Becca Colley (@beccacolleymusic on Instagram), Barra Donovan (@thebarradonovan) and the Irish Outlaws, and Teeejuh (@teeejuh).
Early birds : 6€
General admission : 8€
Becca Colley :
Becca is a folk-pop singer-songwriter from Dublin who recently opened up for Alessi Rose in the Olympia theatre.Known to captivate with her emotionally rich sound and powerful acoustic nuances. Inspired by female singer-songwriters like Lizzy McAlpine and Lennon Stella, Becca's songwriting delves into themes of heartache and emotion, delivered through intricate lyrics and compelling metaphors. She has performed in numerous Dublin venues and was featured in the Whelan's Ones to Watch festival 2025. Becca is set to release her debut single early next year
Teeejuh :
Teeejuh is a queer Irish/ Kenyan artist based in Dublin. Creativity has always been a big part of their life and in turn music has been to. Connection, collaboration and vulnerability is what they’re all about and that shows there songwriting and other projects they’re involved in. They pull influence from Jake Minch, Mitski and CMAT to create a unique indie alternative folk blend.
Barra Donovan :
Barra Donovan is an Irish singer-songwriter known for his heartfelt music and active presence in the Dublin music scene. He has released an album and several singles, including his latest EP, “Heartbreak Station.”
In addition to “Heartbreak Station,” Donovan’s discography includes albums like “Go Dtí An Fharraige” (2022) and singles such as “The Night That Dublin Died” (2023).
Donovan’s music often reflects his Irish heritage, blending traditional influences with contemporary songwriting. His active engagement on social media platforms allows fans to stay updated on his latest releases and performances.
Balaclavas Session
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
MindTravels - The Unrepeatable Day
MindTravels - The Unrepeatable Day
Reflections & Attentions: Performance Poetry accompanied by improvised piano
Harry Kearns - Album Launch
Harry Kearns - Album Launch
Join us for a night of original music, with sets from two unique singer-songwriters. Doors 19:30, music 20:00.
Harry Kearns will be launching his second studio album, Questions. Known for his thoughtful storytelling and melodic compositions, he crafts intimate folk narratives that make for richly enjoyable listening.
Monginkgo is a singer-songwriter who focuses on expressive songwriting, guitar-led arrangements and dynamic performance. He songs draw listeners in with a rich use of alternate guitar tunings and unique lyrics.
Nathan O'Regan
Nathan O'Regan
Born in Cork to a musical family, O’Regan signed to a major label when he was just 16 years old after his band won a radio competition. “I was absolutely terrible to begin with, to be honest,” he recalls now. “I definitely appreciated those early experiences of working with professional songwriters.” Yet, as is shamefully too often the case with major labels, O’Regan’s career was put on hold; his debut project stalled, and he was eventually dropped after four years.
So Nathan upped sticks and moved to Belfast, where he began making a name for himself on the local live circuit. “There was always a gig on, and it was a good way to make money, while also cutting my teeth with live performances,” he explains. “I feel like a lot of musicians might hold back, waiting for the right kind of venue or something, but I really just wanted to play anywhere that’d have me.” He was inspired by how many like-minded, talented artists he came across: “Belfast definitely punches above its weight,” he says, “there are so many world-class players.”
Last year O’Regan signed to the Belfast-based independent label Zenith Cafe. “It feels like a momentous thing. I’ve been working towards this for almost half my life. It feels like an introduction of sorts, or starting from the very beginning.”
His early signing was “an amazing experience creatively”, he says, but also “a bit of a learning curve – it made me realise that a lot of people in this industry have no idea what they’re doing.”
He’s considerably more at home on Zenith Cafe: “It’s very DIY, we’re all working together, and they’re just really generous and supportive – everyone’s very passionate about music”.
Nathan’s Olive Branch Tour kicks off in late September and will cover UK & Ireland.
Balaclavas Session - ZOOM
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
Cobbleprov
Cobbleprov
The present and future of Irish Improv performing at one of Dublin's most famous pubs.
@CobbleProv on Instagram
Doors 7.15
Show 7.30
Knockshebane and Special Guests
Knockshebane and Special Guests
Traditional/folk songwriters Roisin Gaffney and Joe Ryder are joined by Clare Eustace and Tadhg O Sullivan for a night of songs and tunes , both traditional and newly
composed. Clare and Roisin are members of the first all womens' trad band Macalla who released two albums in the 80s and did a tradfest concert in Jan 2025.
Roisin Gaffney released a solo album in 2018 called
"Her Earings Tipped Her Shoulders"
Special guests will be announced nearer the gig date.
Herb Dee
An evening with Herb Dee and guests in the legendary Dublin venue
Herb has been etching away for a number of years trying to bring acoustic folkpunk into the sitting rooms of the country. Don’t be deceived by the moniker though as folkpunk is an ideal, not a guitar pedal.
The evening will bring love, politics, spirituality and all the themes normally discussed when we aren’t in the throes of daily toil, and while Herb’s music isn’t on Spotify’s billion plays lists, you will become instantly familiar with his repertoire once you have spent the evening with him.
His back catalogue can be perused at the following links for free ...
Brooke Sharkey + Aksel Undset + Christophe Capewell
Brooke Sharkey + Aksel Undset + Christophe Capewell
Christophe Capewell + Brooke Sharkey + Isak's Island
Join us as three songwriters and composers come together to immerse you in their music and cross collaborate; where songs and poems in English and French dance with and alongside Norwegian landscapes and twinkling piano compositions, standing each alone and accompanying each others voices:
Brooke Sharkey (website)
English/French indie minimal folk, inspired by landscapes and dream images
“… a stunning new song .. a celebration of the quiet and the gentle, of kindness and friendship.
Hannah Peel, BBC radio 3, UK
Christophe Capewell (https://christophecapewell.com/)
“shimmering violins and twinkling piano” – Sinéad Gleeson, Irish Times
Isak's Island (video)
Isak's Island is the artist-project of songwriter and guitarist Aksel Undset which can be described as intimate and nourishing soundscapes that frame evocative and poetic songs
The Manna Sessions Chapter 2
The Manna Sessions Chapter 2
Triune Records Ireland presents a night of original music.
Stephen O'Dowd Live at The Cobblestone
Stephen O'Dowd Live at The Cobblestone
Hailing from County Sligo Singer-Songwriter and Multi-Instrumentalist on his debut International Tour, Stephen O'Dowd is a contemporary folk artists gaining a name in the Irish music scene having performed mainstage at multiple respected Irish folk festivals and supporting artists like DUG, David Keenan, Sean Keane and Frazey Ford.
Ranging from traditional songs, tunes and original material across guitars, concertina, and harmonicas he brings you on a musical journey inspired by artists like John Martyn, Ye Vagabonds, Planxty and Thom Moore with an Irish traditional flair. Accompanying Stephen is the talented Double Bassist Brian Questa.
The Invites Ensemble - under the direction of Wouter Vandenabeele
The Invites Ensemble - under the direction of Wouter Vandenabeele
The ensemble is formed by the course participants of ‘The Invites Ensemble course’. A music workshop organised by Roots in Tune, a non-profit organisation aiming to connect people from different cultures through music and the arts.
Under their program ‘The Invites’, Roots in Tune wishes to encourage members of the community to invite an artist from their culture or country of origin to Ireland and organise an event with them.
The ‘invité’ in this case is Wouter Vandenabeele, a Belgian violinist and composer from Ghent. He is invited by Els Lemahieu, a Belgian musician who has been living in Ireland since 2015.
The ensemble workshop with Wouter takes place in Roundwood, Co. Wicklow, from April 8th till April 13th 2026. Approximately 25 musicians from Belgium and Ireland are invited to join and form the Ensemble during the project. The project will include a day with Irish guest tutors Bríd Harper and Joe McKenna who will teach some Irish tunes that will be integrated in the repertoire and arranged by Wouter for the ensemble.
Wouter is known in Belgium and abroad for his wonderful artistic work and projects such as, Hyraeth, Fiddlers on the move and the folk/worldmusic bands ‘Olla Vogala’, ‘Ambrozijn’, 'Tamala' and ‘The Ghent folk Violin project’. He is experienced at leading and composing for large folk and world music ensembles and participated as an artistic mentor on several ‘Ethno’ projects around the world. Wouter’s first steps into the world of Folk and traditional music was through his love for Irish music, over the past decade he discovered and mastered many other music styles from around the world which will be reflected in the the repertoire of ensemble.
The ensemble will start of the evening with their concert and will continue with an informal jam session open to everyone who wishes to join the fun.
https://www.rootsintune.ie/programs/the-invites/2026-wouter-vandenabeele-ensemble-workshop
The Harbour Folk Band
The Harbour Folk Band
The Stavanger Harbour folk band plays a fine blend of Irish and British folk music. Some of the songs have Crossed the raging main and come back with nuggets of yankee gold or a faint smell of Norwegian Lutefisk.
The band has been the house band in the Irishman pub in Stavanger, Norway, for longer than anyone would care to remember. They pack a full house twice a week and often feature International guest musicians.
The music will leave you with a smile on your face and a strange craving for whale beef and stout.
Mr. Irish Bastard's Two Night Stand - Two Nights Live at The Cobblestone
Mr. Irish Bastard's Two Night Stand - Two Nights Live at The Cobblestone
Mr. Irish Bastard is one of the most formidable and recognised bands amongst the celtic punk genre around the world today. Staying true to the name, the band was formed by purebred Irish Bastard, Chris Lennon in Münster, Germany after a night on the lash with fellow drunkard and deviant, Jan Strecker. Armed with an acoustic guitar and a banjo, the duo quickly recruited a motley crew of likeminded Irish (and German) hooligans and set off to conquer the world, one Irish pub at a time.
Four months, roughly three hundred pork pies, ninety packs of cigarettes, fifty seven litres of Jameson, and 3 concussions later, the band emerged from the studio with their first attempt “St. Mary’s School of Drinking”. Seven songs about everything from drinking, to… erm… drinking.
… And the rest, is history.
History they will never remember, unfortunately, because, well… alcohol. Which makes it kinda hard to write a band biography, but according to Google, Mr. Irish Bastard has shared the stage with bands of high ilk, such as The Pogues, Dropkick Murphys, The Levellers and Flogging Molly (to name a few), and performed at some of the most prestigious festivals in Europe such as Wacken, Rock Harz and Open Flair.
A quick Google image search also shows members of the band in various degrees of inebriation on stage in China, Japan and what appears to be Ukraine.
This is all very well and good, but there’s no point dwelling on the past when it comes to Mr. Irish Bastard as - like a fine prison-cell-toilet-moonshine-gin - despite being formed from filth, continues to get easier to digest, more tolerable to consume and harder to refuse as the years go by. Bad metaphors aside, the band only continues to grow with every release. Now on their 7th studio album “Battle Songs of the Damned”, the choruses are only getting catchier, the shows are only getting bigger and the reputation of being one of the hardest working and prestigious celtic punk bands in the world, only gets stronger.
Armed with almost 20 years worth of drunken anthems and nursery rhymes on crack, Mr. Irish Bastard are hurdling towards 2025 with tour plans for everywhere from London to Leipzig in support of “Battle Songs of the Damned”.
Tradfest: Louise Mulcahy: Celebration Of Women In Uilleann Piping
Louise Mulcahy: Celebration Of Women In Uilleann Piping
Join internationally acclaimed and multi-award-winning uilleann piper Louise Mulcahy for a celebration of Women in Piping. Alongside her incredible musicianship, Louise’s groundbreaking research work on women in uilleann piping has received worldwide critical acclaim.
Louise Mulcahy: Celebration of Women in Uilleann Piping traces the story of women in piping dating from the 19th century to the present day. As one of the finest musicians of her generation, The Irish Times once wrote Louise’s “repertoire is as broad, welcoming and discerning as her instrumental virtuosity.”
Doors 1pm
Tradfest: McCarthy Sisters
Tradfest: McCarthy Sisters
Jacqueline, Marion and Bernadette McCarthy were born in London to Irish parents who emigrated in the early 1950s. With their father a piper and concertina player, it was inevitable they’d grow up listening and playing with the legendary Irish musicians living in England. The sisters are currently involved in playing and teaching traditional music on a regular basis, and at annual events such as the Willie Clancy Summer School. With Jacqueline on the concertina, Marion on the uilleann pipes and whistle, and Bernadette on the fiddle and piano, the McCarthy’s inherited their father’s adoration for music, but created their own familial sound.
Tradfest: Fionnathan
Fionnathan - Night 2
Fionn Crombie Angus is a left-handed fiddle player, filmmaker and visual artist, who through his work alongside his father Jonathan, works towards a world where music is accessible to all. Fionnanthan & Friends at the historic Cobblestone Pub, curated by Fionn, brings together musicians from Ireland and Scotland for a fully inclusive event.
The TradFest Ambassador will be joined on stage by the Magnus Turpie Combo. Together they’re set to produce a unique blend of tradition, innovation, and inclusivity, with the artists making huge strides in steps in dissipating the stigma that surrounds intellectual disabilities.
Doors 7.30
Tradfest: Aoibhe Kettle
Aoibhe Kettle
Aoibhe Kettle is an accomplished harper and fiddle player from County Laois, who has a number of All-Ireland accolades to her name, namely, first prize in the Senior Harp Slow Airs at The All Ireland Fleadh Cheoil Na hÉireann 2024. She’s currently in her third year of undergraduate study at The Irish World Academy at the University of Limerick and comes from a very musical family. Aoibhe regularly performs with her brother Naoise, who plays the fiddle, and her sister Nell, who plays the harp, with performances at notable venues like Farmleigh House in Dublin, and Barryscourt Castle in Cork.
Doors 1pm
Tradfest: Fionnathan & Friends
Fionnathan & Friends
Fionn Crombie Angus is a left-handed fiddle player, filmmaker and visual artist, who through his work alongside his father Jonathan, works towards a world where music is accessible to all. Fionnanthan & Friends at the historic Cobblestone Pub, curated by Fionn, brings together musicians from Ireland and Scotland for a fully inclusive event.
The TradFest Ambassador will be joined on stage by sisters Ester and Iseabail Strachan. Together they’re set to produce a unique blend of tradition, innovation, and inclusivity, with the artists making huge strides in steps in dissipating the stigma that surrounds intellectual disabilities.
Doors 7.30
Tradfest: Ellen O'Brien
Tradfest: Ellen O'Brien
Ellen O’Brien’s style of music is eclectic, encompassing traditional, classical and contemporary genres, with her playing from a very young age in her native Cavan.
Whether it’s on the flute, whistle or piano, you’ll hear her playing anything from Matt Molloy and Debussy to The Cure. She has won several awards over her years of performing, with her most recent win at the 2024 All-Ireland Senior Flute competition in Wexford.
Ellen is also a member of the National Folk Orchestra of Ireland, and says her musical influences include Leitrim flute players Dave Sheridan and James McGovern.
Doors 12.30pm
Show 1.00pm
Balaclavas Session
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
Tradfest: Colm Broderick
Tradfest: Colm Broderick
Colm Broderick immersed in traditional Irish music from a young age, learning from local musicians in his native Carlow, with him going onto claim multiple All-Ireland titles in uilleann piping, and becoming one of the most skilled pipers of his generation.
As well as being a respected teacher, he has performed worldwide, as he continues to build a legacy grounded in authenticity, skill, and a powerful sense of cultural continuity.
Colm stands today not only as one of Ireland’s leading pipers, but also as a vital link between past masters and future players.
The Dublin Jazz Co-op presents: Green Eggs and Hammond
The Dublin Jazz Co-op presents: Green Eggs and Hammond
headshrinkers
Headshrinkers
fun night out with a few of the lads and ladies few pints a bit of oasis and great craic
Tickets €10
Balaclavas Session
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
Jackofthearts presents a night of outsider music
Jackofthearts presents a night of outsider music
A showcase featuring upcoming and exciting musicians from Dublin, Ireland and beyond.
SELK @ the Cobblestone with support Bradley Lauretti
SELK @ the Cobblestone with support Bradley Lauretti
For this show, SELK will perform as a trio - Anna Jordan, Dennis Cassidy, and Dave Redmond on bass - with support from Bradley Lauretti (This Frontier Needs Heroes).
SELK are the alt-folk ensemble spearheaded by lead vocalist/songwriter Anna Jordan. Their sound weaves between genres, drawing from jazz, classical, electronica, avant-folk, ambient rock, and more. SELK’s otherworldly sound juxtaposes Jordan’s stark, emotionally raw lyrics and hypnotic acoustic with percussive grooves from Cassidy and the band. The group’s expanded line-up, featuring Barry Brady on guitar and Dave Redmond on bass, has added a powerful rhythm section that has transformed their sound since their debut album Beast, which was recorded as a duo (Anna Jordan and Dennis Cassidy).
SELK released their second album Shed The Skin in 2023, featuring striking string arrangements by Kate Ellis and Cora Venus Lunny, scored by Judith Ring.
“Whilst they are often tagged with the Alt-Folk label, this does little justice to the unusual arrangements and sublime instrumentation SELK achieve through Anna’s careful composition… the first comparisons I can draw for Shed The Skin would be Linda Perhacs. Personal highlight Pure ebbs and flows subtly, a water sprite dancing above a pool against the caustics of a low lit cave.” The Goo Magazine
“A record that dances between delicacy and muscularity… Seconds showcases Jordan’s voice, so full of clarity, while folding in gorgeous percussive elements by Cassidy,” while Pure was noted for its “sober piano melody that heaves and sighs in discordance, bringing to mind early Joan as Policewoman.” The Irish Times
Anna's most recent release, Born With Colours, has been described as:
“A truly gorgeous piece of music that deserves your attention… a wonderful return to form following the remarkable Shed The Skin, and further proof that SELK are one of the most remarkable projects you might not yet know about.” Adhamh Ó Caoimh
Support: This Frontier Needs Heroes (Bradley Lauretti)
Bradley Lauretti emerged from the legendary Brooklyn music scene of the early 2000s. His project, This Frontier Needs Heroes, blends folk-rock, indie folk, alt-country, and intimate storytelling in one electrifying show. Influenced by John Prine, Billy Bragg, Kris Kristofferson, and Townes Van Zandt, Bradley’s songs weave humor, protest, and heartbreak into timeless melodies. He has performed across the U.S. and Europe, including festivals such as Woody Guthrie Folk Festival, Folk Alliance International, End of the Road (UK), Live at Heart (Sweden), and Savannah Stopover, and has supported artists including Sarah Lee Guthrie, Dar Williams, and Tallest Man on Earth.
"This Frontier Needs Heroes have been releasing music for over a decade and you can hear that lived-in feel in the playing and the maturity of the arrangement and sublime vocal melodies of singer-songwriter Brad Lauretti on this new song ‘South Dakota’. It’s a mix of gorgeous, folk-tinged vocals, the grit and electric twang of the guitar, combined with a sweet soul groove that Levon Helm would be proud of, that makes this such a great sound." -Post to Wire
"With the vocals raw and echoey, it opens with the title track, a laid back number about going where life takes you, inspired by floating downstream on tubes on North Florida’s freshwater springs and with a decided John Prine feel to it, fleshed-out by piano and bar-band guitar." -Folk Radio UK
Balaclavas Session - ZOOM
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
An evening with Nate Cozzolino and the Lost Arts
Nate Cozzolino is a singer songwriter and acoustic guitarist presenting an intimate set of folk and roots music, blending original songs with familiar material. His performances are warm, lyrical, and story driven, shaped by years of live work across the US, Europe, and Japan. This backroom show offers a relaxed listening experience rooted in song, voice, and presence.
New Year’s Day Ceilidh
New Year’s Day Ceilidh in aid of the Lighthouse homeless shelter and Tiglinn
Writers in the Round-Dublin-Pop Up
Writers in the Round — Vincent Cross (USA), Tom Portman(IRE), and Kate Dineen (IRE) .
Writers in the Round brings together three acclaimed songwriters — Vincent Cross (USA), Tom Portman(IRE), and Kate Dineen)IRE) — for an intimate evening of songs and stories at The Cobblestone Backroom, Dublin, on Sunday, December 28th.
Blending folk, Americana, and contemporary Irish songwriting, this special showcase invites audiences into the creative heart of each artist, where melody meets meaning. Expect a night of lyrical depth, musical craftsmanship, and shared inspiration — a true celebration of Ireland’s vibrant songwriting tradition.
Ticket €11.70 Here
We’re All Together - Christmas Gig
We’re All Together - Christmas Gig with Special Guests
Aoife and Kev are throwing their annual Christmas gig party, with guests from the greater Dublin area musician community and beyond!
Doors 8:00pm
Show 8:30pm
Tickets €10 at the door
Balaclavas Session
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
Sabbages' Nollaig Rituals
Sabbages are a cabbage-clad trad-fusion band that play arrangements of ancient traditional tunes smashed with heavy grunge, mathrock, theatrical elements and original compositions.
Join them as they launch their third single, ________, an upbeat belter with a trance-like whistle lines, ripping guitar solos and dreamy melancholic lyrics i nGaeilge beagáinín bhriste. Join their druid cult and be transported to a universe where cabbages are revered.
To celebrate its release, they’re taking the stage in the Cobblestone and
for a launch show that promises big energy, dark edges, and a few surprises.
€15 on the door
The Dublin Jazz Co-op
The Dublin Jazz Co-op Presents: Daniel Torres Quartet
From Málaga, Spain, we are delighted to welcome Daniel Torres, a renowned international jazz saxophonist.
From Málaga, Spain, we are delighted to welcome Daniel Torres, a renowned international jazz saxophonist. Daniel studied at prestigious institutions such as the Conservatorium van Amsterdam, SUNY Purchase in New York, and Humber College in Toronto.
Throughout his career, he has performed at international venues such as Bimhuis (Amsterdam), Four Seasons (Toronto), Bucharest Jazz Festival (Romania), and Jazz Open (Stuttgart, Germany) (Festival that featured artists such as Sting, Lenny Kravitz, Al Di Meola or Herbie Hancock).
As a bandleader, he has recorded three albums —First Statement, Tenorism, and Stepping Out of Reality— and has collaborated with many of the world’s leading jazz musicians, bringing his music to audiences around the globe. Some of the people he has collaborated with are Peter Bernstein, Dado Moroni, Joe Farnsworth or David Kikoski).
The Backroom
doors at 3:00PM, music at 3:30PM
Eoin Anthony Ryan
Eoin Anthony Ryan
Eoin Ryan Anthony is a singer songwriter from Tipperary. ERA is on the road playing songs from his new EP and many more sonic adventures.
Accompanied by the sweet tones of Upperchurch musician Ella Marie Stapleton.
Doors 8:00pm
Show 9:00pm
Tickets €13.85 here
Ceoil for Deema: A Gaza Fundraiser
Ceoil for Deema: A Gaza Fundraiser
Join us on the night of Thursday December 11th for a night of music to raise funds for Deema and her family in Gaza - https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-deema-and-her-family-escape-gaza - @helpdeema_andherfamily
Come to enjoy a great lineup and give much needed support to a family that have survived the genocide and hope to rebuild their lives. Music on the night will come from Throwing Shapes, Madra Salach, GEIS and Dunny. Gráinnemir Abualrob will perform a spoken word piece. Merchandise will be available in support of The Freedom Theatre based in Jenin refugee camp, and Stay Human, a collective providing educational assistance and essential supplies to people in Gaza. There will also be a raffle on the night for some wonderful prizes. All proceeds from the show tickets and the raffle will go to Deema and her family, with money spent on merch going to the respective organisations.
Doors @ 7pm. Show starts @ 8pm.
Deema is an amazing woman from Khan Younis who saw her family home and her university destroyed in the first days of the genocide. Since then she has been displaced many times. She has seen her grandfather and half sister killed. Another of her sisters gave birth to a child in the midst of the violence; providing food for the baby has been a constant struggle. Deema's fortitude and strength is remarkable. Throughout the choas she has helped to provide for her six siblings and her parents. She continues to study for English exams in the hope of being accepted to a UK or Irish university. She has not given up hope. With the current tenuous ceasfire there is a fragile possibility that she and her family can begin to rebuild their lives. We ask you to join them in hope and solidarity on the 11th of December.
Throwing Shapes: From the minds of Méabh McKenna, Ross Chaney, and WRWTFWW mainstay Gareth Quinn Redmond comes the self-titled debut of Throwing Shapes — a hypnotic, texturally rich exploration in sound. Led by the striking timbre of the Irish wire strung harp, the album weaves intricate instrumental tapestries with ambitious electronic synthesis and arrangements. @throwingshapes__
Madra Salach are a six piece folk band from Dublin. Originally meeting whilst playing various outfits on the city’s indie scene, their shared love of the Irish traditional canon brought them together. Taking inspiration from the growing experimental folk scene in Ireland, Madra Salach began focusing on original writing and composition, utilising electronic equipment. These songs, while strikingly modern thematically, are written with a voice that could have emerged at any point throughout the last century, and sit proudlyalongside a thoughtfully curated collection of folk standards.
GEIS originates from the Irish for spell, taboo or blessing. Within mythology geis or geasa have an essential function within narrative: commonly spoken by women of power or the othered/queered body, these words activate motion and initiate purpose within the temporality of the story. They are intentional motivational frameworks for events that unfold. GEIS present improvised soundmaking woven by Eleanor Myler, Elaine Malone, and Méabh McKenna, all who attend the space, and the environment in which the event occurs.
Dunny is the solo project of Donnacha O’Malley, one of the founding members of Dublin-based experimental band, Meltybrains?. He crafts vocal-driven compositions that blend experimental song structures with a rich tapestry of psychedelic sounds and influences. His debut album Schtum came out in November 2024. https://musicfromdunny.bandcamp.com/ - @dunnysmusic
Gráinnemir, is a Dublin-based Palestinian artist whose work spans acting, writing and facilitation. Through physical theatre and storytelling, they explore Palestinian identity through a queer lens, creating work that is intimate, expressive and rooted in resilience.Their performances weave movement, voice and narrative to hold space for connection, memory and resistance. Since moving to Ireland, Gráinnemir has continued to develop their work collaborating with Sorcha Fox—whom they met at TFT. Together, they focus on using cultural resistance through using performance as a means to confront and challenge oppression in all its forms. Gráinnemir’s recent achievements include co-curating Belonging, an event for the St. Patrick’s Festival in collaboration with Aoife Hammond for GOAL Ireland; playing the lead role in Prisoners of the Occupation at Smock Alley Theatre; and were part of Return to Palestine play. which received a five-star review from The Guardian at the PalArts Festival in London. Grainnemir is a member of the Freedom Theatre and a co-founder of the @friendsofthefreedomtheatre.ie check them out! Merchandise in support of The Freedom Theatre will be available on the night. You can also support their crowdfunder - https://www.idonate.ie/crowdfunder/friendsofthefreedomtheatreie
The Stay Human project emerged in Summer 2024 as a grassroots mutual aid initiative spanning Europe, Egypt, and Palestine. What began as emergency crowdfunding for food, water, and essential supplies for families in Jabalia, Northern Gaza, quickly evolved into something more powerful: education as a form of hope. When schools couldn't reopen for a new academic year, our Palestinian team members took action. They transformed part of a damaged building into a classroom, recruited teachers, and gathered educational supplies. By September 2024, the Stay Human school was born—offering Arabic, English, and Mathematics to 120 children in the community, around 30 of whom have been orphaned due to Israel's relentless attacks and blockade.We believe in community-led solutions built on solidarity, not charity. Our mission is three-fold: (1) Sustain our current school by continuing to fund our rented building and support our three dedicated teachers until formal education resumes in Gaza. (2) Expand our vision to create a flexible school camp with tent classrooms for different age groups, engaging 10 teachers and providing education to 180 students. (3) Provide essential humanitarian support by distributing food, water, baby supplies, and addressing sanitation needs based on community priorities and changing circumstances. Beyond academic learning, these spaces provide a psychologically supportive environment where children can rebuild friendships, play, and heal. https://www.stayhumancollective.com/ - @stayhuman_collective
Thank you for your support!
Balaclavas Session
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
The Night Before Larry Was Stretched
The Night Before Larry Got Stretched is a traditional singing session run by a collective of young singers with an emphasis on encouraging singers of all ages to come together to share songs.
This session runs monthly on the first Sunday of every month. Please check here for details.
Doors 8pm
Free entry
Singers and listeners welcome.
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AAI: Annual Pub Quiz
AAI: Annual Pub Quiz
Come join us at our annual AAI Table Quiz Fundraiser! We are excited to host this year’s event with promise of pints and prizes, and an opportunity to show off your inner pedant. Take the competition to the dance floor afterwards with tunes rolling on into the wee hours.
Broadford
Broadford are a Dublin-based band blending Irish post-punk and melodic indie rock. Their songs are rooted in friendship, driven by feeling, and shaped by the world around them. With a sound that moves from raw energy to quiet reflection, Broadford make music that comes from the heart, and stays with you.
Doors 7pm
Show 8pm
Balaclavas Session - ZOOM
A traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava 😁
First Wednesday of each month the lesson is taught by ZOOM
More info here
€5
The Dublin Jazz Co-op presents Andre Antunes
Andre Antunes - Drums Orlando Molina - Guitar Peter Erdai - Bass
Doors at 3:00 pm, music at 3:30 pm
Step into a world where music knows no boundaries and every note tells a story. This dynamic jazz ensemble is more than just a band; they are a journey through cultures and sounds, united by a profound love for jazz and the art of improvisation.
Following extensive research by Andre into the fusion of Brazilian and African music, this talented ensemble has crafted a unique sound that highlights their individual strengths while celebrating their collective harmony. Featuring the percussive brilliance of drummer Andre Antunes, the soulful strumming of Orlando Molina on guitar, the resonant depth of Peter Erdai on bass, this group creates a musical tapestry that is both sophisticated and accessible. Their performances are a mesmerizing blend of diverse musical influences, seamlessly woven together with the spontaneity that only true improvisational music can offer.Join us and experience a live performance that transcends the ordinary, where the passion for jazz comes alive in every beat, chord, and melody.
Whether you're a seasoned jazz aficionado or a curious newcomer, this band will leave you spellbound and longing for more. Dive into the rich, vibrant world of contemporary jazz and let the music take you on a captivating journey.
The Balaclavas
A Cobblestone institution for over 20 years, the Balaclava session is a traditional Irish music class & session mainly for adult beginners/returners, particularly those who wouldn't normally play in public unless perhaps wearing a balaclava.
The welcoming and fun environment is for everyone learning or getting back into Irish trad music. It’s informal, supportive, and fun.
the Balaclavas is led by amazing musician & teacher Jacqui Martin
it takes place every Wednesday 7:30pm-9:30pm in the Cobblestone Backroom (first Wednesday is taught by Zoom )
the first hour of class is a lesson and the second hour of class is a “half-speed” session
drop in only & class is €5
more information on their website
