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18th Empire18th Empire were a Dublin based Alternative rock band
66e5 piece atmospheric indie rock band formed in 2002, released their debut album 'Fall down 7 times... Stand up 8' in 2005. Morphed into Le Galaxie
A HouseFormed in Dublin in 1985, split in 1997; frontman David Couse has a new band 'Couse And The Impossible'
A Lazarus Soul Dublin five piece formed by frontman Brian Brennigan in 2001, second album 'Graveyard of burnt out cars' out in 2006
Abaddon IncarnateDeath metal/grindcore band formed in early 90s
Adrian CrowleyMellow indie singer/songwriter based in Dublin influenced by the likes of Low, Nick Drake and Leonard Cohen
AeSectMetalcore/progressive metal band formed in Dublin in 2010
Aeternum ValeMelodic Black Metal band from Dublin formed in 2012
Ailbhe ReddyDublin singer whose music blends the clear-eyed earnestness of folk with the bustle and hustle of electro-pop
Alias EmpireDublin based indie/alternative/electronic band formerly known as Dry County
AliceErarly 70s rock band formed in Dublin, relocated to New York for a stint, included Jimi Slevin on guitar
AlphastatesFormerly known as Babelfish, mellow electronica mixed with live instruments, released their debut album 'Made From Sand' in 2004
ALTSide project of Andy White, Liam O Maonlai and Tim Finn that recorded and played together in 1995
An Emotional FishDublin band which split after releasing 3 albums in the early-mid nineties. Vocalist Gerrard Wheelan formed Jerry Fish and the Mudbug Club in 2002
Andrew HandrickAndrew is a singer, songwriter, musician originally from Dublin, based in La Spezia, Italy. A self taught musician, he plays edgy indie/folk/rock with literate lyrics
Andrew StrongLaunched a music career after rising to fame for his role as the vocalist in the movie 'The Commitments'
Angel PierDublin based four piece, active 2006 to 2009
Ann ScottSinger/songwriter Ann Scott released her debut album 'Poor Horse' in 2003
Aoife Nessa FrancesSinger, songwriter, and musician from Dublin
AortalDublin based alt rock band led by street musician, James O'Toole, active mid-late 2000s
Apostate ViaticumDublin death metal band formed by mbemers of Morphosis
Ascend The HollowDeath metal band with an electronic element that evolved from Xerosun
AslanPassionate rock band lead by Christy Dignam, formed in Dublin in 1982
AsphyxiaDeath metal band from Dublin active 1986-92; later renamed to Morphosis
Assassin80s Dublin hard rock/metal band active 1984 to 89
Atominated Thrash metal band from Dublin formed in late 2011
AutamataElectro-pop band formed by Dublin-based artist/producer Ken McHugh
Auto Da FéNew wave musical group active 1980-86. Founding member Gay Woods was formerly in Steeleye Span. Phil Lynott produced their first 3 singles.
Autumn OwlsFive piece group from South Dublin formed in 2006; describe their music as 'Vintage acoustic alt. folk'
BagatelleLong running band fronted by Liam Reilly, most well known for their 1980 single 'Summer In Dublin'
Beneath the SodFuneral doom metal solo project started in 2017
BerlinLate 70s Dublin punk/new wave band
Bernie TorméDublin born heavy metal/hard rock guitarist had his own band 'The Bernie Torme Band' and also played for some top metal acts including Gillan, Ozzy Osbourne, Atomic Rooster
Betamax FormatBetamax Format create synth driven psyche punk workouts with vocals sometimes thrown in for good measure
Black DaisyA band of Rock Chicks that got together in 2004; featured on MTV 'Breaking Point' and represented Ireland in the Eurovision
BlewDublin band formed in 1997
BlinkAlt pop/rock band, released 2 albums in the 90s and one in 2004
Blue in HeavenDublin based pop/rock quartet active between 1982 and 1989
BluesvilleOne of the first Irish bands to reach the American charts in the sixties
Bob GeldofLaunched solo career in 1986 after the Boomtown Rats split
Bon Ton RoulerA new musical permutation and combination for two songwriters, Mick Major and David Duggan
Boss VolentiDublin no-nonsense rock n roll outfit formed in 2003
BrianInitially a duo but later down to the core of Dubliner Ken Sweeney, active in 1990s
Brush ShielsWell known figure in the Irish rock scene since coming to prominence as leader of Skid Row in late 60s
Buffalo SunnDublin Rock band, active 2013-15
Cactus World NewsOne of the bands U2's Bono was promoting in the mid to late 80's
Cap Pas CapSynth-pop with a hypnotic beat and a rock edge; Released one album Haunted Light in 2010
CascadeSoundsDublin indie & electronic band
Cathy DaveyEdgy singer/songwriter from Dublin released her debut album 'Something Ilk' in 2004
CeltachorIrish mythology metal
Celtic LegacyCeltic rock/metal band from around Dublin; formed in 1997
Channel OneDublin based electro-rock band formed in 2002, split in 2009
Cheap FreaksDublin Garage Rock band fronted by Robbie Brady (The Things)
ChequerboardChequerboard is the performance name of John Lambert, a Dublin based guitarist/producer who creates ambient soundscapes incorporating acoustic guitar
ChewieDIY Punk from Dublin
ChosenProgressive death metal band, formed in 2005, comprising of duo David McCann and Paul Shields
CodesIndie electronic quartet from Dublin
ColdwarDublin hardcore/death metal band active between 1999 and 2016
Compulsion90s punk band formed as Thee Amazing Colossal Men
Concerto for ConstantineIndie rock band formed in 2007 by ex-JJ72 fromtman Mark Greaney
Connect Four OrchestraInstrumental post-rock / math-rock band formed in Dublin in 1999, split in 2008
CoscradhBrutal death metal band formed in Dublin in 2015
Cowboy XFemale fronted four-piece alternative rock band formed in 2003
CrayonsmithIndie synth/electronic rock outfit formed by Ciaran Smith in 2004
CromwellRock band from Dublin in early 70s
CruachanLong running Celtic metal band formed in 1992
Damien DempseyDublin singer/songwriter with distinctive voice
Dave CouseAfter the end of 'A House', Dave Couse continued his career as a solo artist and also as 'Couse and The Impossible'
David HopkinsFormer member of Dublin band LiR
David KittDublin-based singer-songwriter
David VirginDublin born David Virgin is a vetran of the Australlian underground punk scene, now based in Dublin
Davy SpillaneRenowned Uillean pipes player was a founding member of Moving Hearts
DC NeinLate 70s punk/new wave band which later evolved into Tokyo Olympics
Death the LevellerMael Mórdha offshoot formed in 2016
DecalElectronica group from Dublin
DelorentosAngular guitar pop/rock with an 80's feel
Dermot KennedyOne of Ireland's most successful solo artists startd off busking in Dublin
DestriersBlackened hardcore band formed in 2012 in Dublin
DevoltedHeavy metal band from Dublin started in 2010, active until 2016
DichotomyFive-piece melodic tech-death metal group formed in Dublin in 2010, active until 2015
Dinah BrandFormed by Dylan Philips, ex-Pet Lamb
DirectorPop-rock quartet from Malahide, Dublin, formed in 2005 active until 2009
Dirty BeatniksElectronica group fromed in London in early 90s by Dubliners Neil Higgins and Rory Carille
DistractorsDublin five piece alt. rock outfit formed in 2006
Donnacha CostelloAmbient/Electronica/IDM artist
Dr. Strangely StrangeExperimental folk rock group formed in Dublin in 1967
DragonflyEarly 90s psychedelic rock band that featured Colm Quearney who went on to join LiR and later operate solo as 'Q'
Dread SovereignOff-shoot of Primordial formed by Nemtheanga in 2013
DreamsfearDoomy thrash metal band active from 1994 to 1999.
Droptune DCDublin based rap metal group
Dublin Duck DispensaryLo-fi one-boy band
Eamonn McCormackDublin blues rock guitarist performed under stage names Aimon and Samuel Eddy
Electric TaurusPsychedelic Stoner/Doom Metal band from Dublin, active between 2010 and 2017
Ellison 9Dublin 8-piece rock band formed in 2003
Elmer FuddUnder the same management as Thin Lizzy in the early days, later shortened name to Fudd
EmilyDublin based powerpop/rock five piece with a Donegal lassie on vocals, formed in 2005
Empire CircusDublin band formed in 2013 by members of defunct band Stand
EnecareOne man extreme black metal project
Era VulgarisProg-metal/thrash band formed in Dublin in 2004, describe their music as 'Led Zeppelin playing Death'
EstelEstel were a Dublin based instrumental rock group started by two sisters from Co. Roscommon. To date they have released four albums.
Fat Lady SingsFounded in Dublin in 1986 by Nick Kelly, released 2 albums in the early 90s before they split in 1994 and Kelly went solo
Fight Like ApesPunky synth pop four-piece from Dublin
Fizzy OrangeSix-piece soul group from Dublin
Flogging MollyPogues influenced L.A. based band formed by Dubliner Dave King mix revved up irish folk music with punk
Fontaines D.C.Edgy, punky rock sung in a heavy Dublin accent. Ireland's top band of the 2020s.
For Those I LoveThe musical project of Dubliner David Andrew Balfe whose 2021 debut album was met with critical acclaim
FósSean-nós singing of Orla Cadden Patel set to stark droning instrumentation of Fionn Murray (Drone-nós!)
Fuil Na SeanchoilleOne man black metal project formed in 2008
Funky JunctionA makeshift band consisting of the first incarnation of Thin Lizzy with addition of vocalist and keyboards from the Dublin band Elmer Fudd came together to release a tribute to Deep Purple album
Future Kings of Spain4 piece hard rocking alternative rock band formed in Dublin in 2000
GangstersSka group from Dublin
Garrett WallIrish musician who relocated to Madrid
Gavin FridayFormer front man of The Virgin Prunes established a solo career as singer/songwriter/composer and additionally as a painter and actor.
Gavin GlassAmericana/alt. country artist from Dublin; released their debut album as Gavin Glass And The Holy Shakers in 2005
Gavin JamesDublin singer-songwriter who gained prominence with his debut single "Say Hello" in 2013
Gavin RyanDublin troubadour Gavin Ryan released his critically acclaimed debut, Broken Blues, in 2006
GeasaBlack metal /Celtic metal band from Dublin, formed in 1994
Gilla BandPost-punk / noise rock band from Dublin formed in 2011
girlfriend.Dublin-based five piece post-punk band formed in August 2015
Glen HansardGlen Hansard of The Frames and The Swell Season also performs as a solo artist
Grand Pocket OrchestraIndie pop/rock trio including Paddy Hanna who followed with a solo career
Grand SlamFormed by Phil Lynott after after Thin Lizzy's official dissolution
Grey StagThree piece sludge metal band formed in Dublin in 2017
GurriersDublin based post-punk band formed in 2020
HalvesDublin based ambient post-rock outfit formed in 2006
HAVVKGrunge-fuelled indie/alternative rock group based in Dublin
Hero In ErrorMetalcore band formed in 2008
Hey PauletteIndie band formed in Dublin in 1987, split in 1991
HinterlandDublin based musical partnership of Gerry Leonard and Donal Coghlan active from 1987 to 1994
HorrendaBlack metal band from Dublin formed in 2015
HorslipsFirst and most successfull band at combining irish traditional music with hard rock. Not that well known internationally but perhaps the most legendary band within Ireland.
Host3 members of Horslips, Eamon Carr, Johnny Fean and Charles O'Connor had this short lived vehicle in 1983/5. Released an album called Tyral plus a few singles
HostessSolo project of Gráinne Dee formerly of Cap Pas Cap
Hothouse FlowersFounded in Dublin in mid-eighties by Liam O'Maonlai, achieved success with their 1988 debut album 'People'
House of Cosy CushionsDutch – Irish collective with an extended family of core players and guests drifting in and out. Dublin based, during it's formative years, later Netherlands.
HumanziDublin indie band with hint of 80's in their energetic sound, released their debut album in 2006
Ian LynchIan Lynch of Lankum also released music as One Eye One Leg and a movie soundrack under his own name
Imelda MaySinger known for her rockabilly revival style and jazz influences
In Tua Nua80's Celtic flavoured rock/pop band, briefly featured Sinéad O'Connor, signed to U2's Mother label in 1984
IncessantBlack/Death Metal trio from Dublin, formed in 2019
Inni-KContemporary folk singer, songwriter, musician performs both traditional and original songs
InterferenceIndie band formed in the early-mid eighties, centered around Fergus O' Farrell
Into ParadiseThis Dublin 4-piece formed in 1986 and influenced by Echo & The Bunnymen were the first commerical success for Setanta Records
ÍseA singer/songwriter with beautiful voice, released her debut album in 2007
Ispíní na hÉireannIrreverent Irish folk punk
Jaded SunHard rocking band formed in Dublin in 2002, active until 2011
James Vincent McMorrowFolk singer/songwriter/musician
JapeThe solo project of Richie Egan of The Redneck Manifesto
Jemson GreenRiff based rock band formed in 2005
Jenny LindforsAcoustic folk artist, released her acclaimed debut album, 'When the night time comes', in March 2007
Jimi SlevinGuitarist, formed Peggy's Leg in early 70's, played with Skid Row and The Jimi Slevin Band. Released solo album in 1983.
JJ72Indie guitar band formed in Dublin in 1996, split in 2006
Joan of ArseDublin-based indie band formed in 1996, active until 2003
Joe Chester Former member of Ten Speed Racer released a solo album in 2005
John Francis FlynnNeo folk musician
Jubilee AllstarsNow defunct Dublin lo-fi group included the 3 McCormack brothers
Juno FallsMyles O Reilly from Dublin began making music under the moniker Juno Falls in 2003
Keltic WineEarly 70s Celtic rock band, formed by a member of Mushroom
KílaLong running experimental Celtic crossover group formed in 1987. Two members of the early lineup went on to join The Frames.
Killer Watt80s thrash metal band from Dublin, active 1985-88
KopekHard rockin' trio from Dublin
La RoccaPop/rock band formed by three Irish lads and one English guy who met at Cardiff University
LankumIrish folk with the crushing power of heavy metal
Large MoundLarge Mound were a 4-piece rock group based in Dublin. Their music combines elements of indie, classic rock and and metal.
Last Days Of 1984Dublin synth pop duo Darren Maloney and Brian Rice.
Late Night PharmacyAlternative rock band from Dublin formed in 2017
LatitudeDublin based hard rock band, active mid-late 2000s
Lauren GuilleryFrench-born Ireland-based female artist with attitude
LaVeinMetalcore band based in Dublin formed in 2023
Le BienDublin based synth & guitar duo, active 2005-08
Le GalaxieElectro pop/rock band from Dublin
Leanne HarteMusician, singer & songwriter from Sutton, Dublin, released debut record in 2003 when she was just 16
Legion of TwoDuo of Alan O'Boyle and David Lacey combine electronics against a backdrop of live drums to create a unique ambience
Les EnfantsA new-wave group active in the 1980s
Liam Ó MaonlaíFormer Hothouse Flowers frontman, released a Celtic inspired solo album 'rian' in 2005
Light A Big FireEamonn Carr of Horslips fame was the manager of this 80's band
LiRRock band from Dublin active in the nineties that never quite lived up to their potential
little xs for eyesIndie pop/rock group featuring current and former members of Life After Modelling, Butterfly Explosion and 66E; Launched their debut EP in 2007
LlutherNoise rock/alternative metal band from Dublin founded in 2004
Lord John White80's Dublin band, evolved into Sack in the 90s
Lotus Crown90's group founded and fronted by Jimi Shields, ex-Rollerskate Skinny
LugösiLugosi are a Dublin based shock-rock four piece with a love of the macabre, formed in 2016
MacbethA short-lived late '60s band linked to Thin Lizzy
Mael MórdhaMael Mórdha mixes elements of Celtic Rock, Doom Metal and Irish Folklore and Mythology and incorporates traditional Irish instrumentation into their unique sound which they call 'Gaelic Doom Metal'
MalthusianBlack/Death Metal formed in Dublin in 2012
Marc CarrollFormer member of Puppy Love Bomb and The Hormones; branched out on his own in 2000
Mark GearyDublin born, based in New York
Mass ExtinctionNaughties Dublin based thrash metal band formed in 2003
Meryl StreekDublin-based avant-garde punk artist
Messiah J And The ExpertNaughties Dublin hip hop duo
Mexican PetsDublin guitar rock band formed in 1990 and disbanded in 1997, briefly reformed in 2006
Mic ChristopherHis aclaimed debut solo album Skylarkin' was released in 2002, a year after his death
Michael KnightIndie pop group led by Richard Murphy; formed in 2001, released debut album in 2005; based between Dublin & Berlin
Michael Patrick KellyDublin born pop singer, musician and composer popular in Germany and Switzerland. Also goes by the name Paddy Kelly
Mick DuffySinger and songwriter from Ballymun, Dublin; released debut album 'Awakening' in 2007
Miriam IngramFormer member of Wild Oscars, Miriam Ingram released her debut solo album 'Trampoline' in 2006
MocracFive piece, Dublin based indie pop/electronica outfit
MolokoElectronica duo based in Sheffield comprising of Irish-born singer Roisin Murphy and Mark Brydon active from 1994 to 2004
MontageEarly 80's Indie pop rock 4 piece from Ballymun Finglas Area
MooncroozerBand formed out of the ashes of Kopek
Moral CrusadeThrash metal band formed in late 80s
MorphosisLong running death metal band from Dublin, formed by members of Morphosis
MortichniaBlack metal band from Dublin formed in 2014
MoskowitzFour piece indie/alternative/blues rock band based in Tallagh originally formed in 2002
Moving HeartsBlended Irish folk with rock. Members included Donal Lunny, Davey Spillanne, Christy Moore, Declan Sinnott.
MrnorthFormed in Dublin in the late 1990's, released their debut Lifesize in 2004.
Mumblin' Deaf RoStage name of Dublin singer/songwriter Ronan Hession
MushroomPsychedelic celtic rock band originated in Dublin in 1972
My Bloody ValentineHighly acclaimed for their unique trippy densly layered guitar drone topped by delicate breathy vocals.
N.C. LawlorNial Lawlor is a gifted blues & bluegrass slide guitarist, peforms as a busker and session musician
NeosupervitalPrimarily the musical vehicle of electronic music artist Tim O'Donovan; also has operated as a four piece
New AmusementDublin alternative/indie band made up of former school mates
Nick KellyFormerly frontman with The Fat Lady Sings
Nina HynesNina Hynes released her critically acclaimed debut album 'Staros' in May '02.
No Spill BloodSynth-metal trio formed in early 2011 as a side project between various players in the Dublin's experimental rock scene
No SweatDublin-based hard rock group from late 80s early 90s
Noise ControlTechno mixed with guitar rock in the vein of The Prodigy/Chemical Brothers/Rage Against The Machine
Odd MorrisPost-punk four piece from Dublin
OffshoreFive piece band from Swords, Co. Dublin
OgreDeath Metal band from Dublin who formed in 1989, one of Ireland’s first death metal bands
Old SeasonEpic, melodic, doom-laden Irish Heavy Metal
OMB and the Furious TreeFormed in 2005 by former Ravines members and ex-Ripleys frontman
One Day InternationalDublin band formed in 2007
ONOFFThree piece rock band from Dublin/Dundalk
OrphanageOne of Phil Lynott's early bands, also included Brian Downey
OXNDoom folk ensemble that includes Lankum's Radie Peat
Paddy CaseyDublin based singer/songwriter
Paddy HannaIndie singer-songwriter from Dublin
Paranoid VisionsPunk band formed in 1981 and split in 1992, reformed briefly in 1996, 2001 and for the long term in 2005
Peggy's LegEarly 70s band formed by Jimi Slevin, released the album 'Grinilla'
Pet LambDublin alt rock band had a number of releases on the Therapy? related label, Blunt, in the nineties
Phil LynottOne of Irelands most charasmatic rockers fronted Thin Lizzy and also recorded a couple of solo albums
PicturehouseLong running Dublin based band formed in early 90s
Pillow QueensPillow Queens are an indie rock band from Dublin formed in 2016
PilotlightFour piece formerly known as Polar formed in Dublin and then based themselves in London, re-naming to Pilotlight
Pinky2000s artist with a unique voice; released debut single in 2006
Pop MecanicsEarly eighties new wave group
Power Of DreamsIndie rock band from Dublin, active from 1989 to1994
PrimordialLong running metal group that got together towards end of 1980's in Skerries, Co. Dublin
PrincessDublin dream-pop / shoegaze duo active in mid-2010s, featuring Aoife Nessa Frances
PsykosisPsykosis are an Thrash Metal Band that formed in 2008 in Dublin
PugwashBand and later solo project with Thomas Walsh as it's core
Pulling FacesEighties pop band
Puppy Love BombEarly 90's Dublin band
QQ is the solo project of Colm Quearney former member of Dublin bands Dragonfly and LiR
Rachael LavelleDublin born singer and composer who captivates audiences with her arresting voice and humorous observations on existence
Red EnemyHardcore/Metalcore outfit from Dublin, metamorphosed into The Scratch
Republic Of LooseFive piece Dublin band played their brand of retro funk rock from 2001 to 2014
Restive NationProgressive electro-rock group from Dublin formed in 2014
RevelinoFive-piece Dublin band formed in 90s, released 3 critically acclaimed albums during their time
Rhob CunninghamDublin singer songwriter
RobotnikRobotnik is an adventurous Lo-fi concoction of pop, electronic beats by Chris Morrin from Baldoyle
Rocky De Valera and the Gravediggers70s Dublin punk influenced rock 'n roll band, reformed in 2005
Rodrigo Y Gabriela Instrumental duo that play a unique percussive brand of acoustic guitar rock. From Mexico City, they moved to Ireland in 1999, busked for a living before they became famous.
Rohan HealySinger/songwriter/guitarist grew up mostly in Australia and now based in Dublin; son of punk veteran David Virgin.
Rollerskate SkinnyAlternative rock band formed in 1992. They released two critically acclaimed albums in the 1990s.
Rollers|SparkersExperimental electronica/ambient rock group
RoysevenAlternative rock band from Co.Dublin formed in 2003, formerly known as Jove
SackDublin band Sack, formed in 1994 from the ashes of Aiken Drum and Lord John White
Sacre BleuFive piece late 70s Dublin RnB/New Wave group who released two singles in their three year career
SacrilegiaFast and Ruthless Black/Thrash Metal made in Dublin
SavilleDublin 4-piece, known for their melodic jangly Rickenbacker driven rock
Sean O'ConnorSinger, Guitarist, Songwriter and Producer. Was the lead singer/guitarist and songwriter for The Lookalikes.
SectileFive piece progressive metal band from Dublin formed in 2016
Seeping Into CinemasSolo project of Barry O'Brien, ex-Betamax Format
ShaineLate 80s, early 90s pop/rock act
Shallow StreamHard rocking band formed in Dublin in 2006
ShoctopusHard rock/classic metal band from Dublin, active 2007 to 2015
SilverbacksIndie/post-punk five-piece from Dublin
Sinead O'ConnorA great voice all the way from a whisper to a scream and from punk to traditional Irish airs.
Sixteen LayersFour piece alternative rock band from Dublin
Skid RowLed by Brush Shiels, included a young Gary Moore in it's lineup and briefly Phil Lynott.
SkindiveCombining rock riffs with electronic beats and female volcals Skindive were formed in Dublin at the end of the 90s, moved to the US got a record deal and released ther debut album in 2001
SnowblindSnowblind are a three piece band from Dublin
Soda BlondeAlt-pop band from Dublin, formed in 2019
SODBBlack metal band from Dublin featuring Ian Lynch of Lankum
Something HappensDublin based guitar-oriented pop/rock four piece emerged in the late 80s released their debut in 1988 and followed with a few albums in the early 90s
Sorcha RichardsonSinger-songwriter from Dublin released debut album in 2019
SprintsGarage noise four piece based in Dublin formed in 2019
Spud1970s folk rock group who heavily influenced by the likes of Sweeney's Men, Fairport Convention and Steeleye Span
StandStand are a Dublin 4-piece rock band.
StanoStano started out as a member of Dublin punk band The Threat before releasing his debut single in 1982
Star BelgradeIndie rock group active around 2006-07
StepasideDublin band formed in 1974, active until 1982
StillroomThis Dublin band formed in 2004 have a 'back to the eighties' hard rock vibe going
Strangers With GunsAlternative rock band from Dublin - an energetic blend of metal, grunge and hardcore punk
Sugar ShackLate 60s bluesy rock band that fetured Brian Downey on drums
SundriveSundrive were a Dublin based duo formed in 2002
Suzaku AvenueBoundry pushing post-hardcore/metal band from Dublin
Sweeney's MenA group formed in 1966 that was part of the 60s Irish folk revival
Sweet JaneDublin based psychadelic/shoegaze rock outfit
SwimDublin pop band from late 80s, early 90s
Talk To StrangersAn 80s blues rock band that featured Brian Downey on drums, initally called The Alleycats
Tara TelephoneMore of an literary/art group in the 60s beat poet tradition than a rock group, included Eamon Carr and inspired some of Horslips works
Television RoomIndie pop/rock band formed in Dublin in 2007
Ten Speed RacerTen Speed Racer were a Dublin indie band consistings of the three Barrett brothers and two friends, active from 2000 to 2004
TerrordactylExperimental math rock / noise rock outfit from Dublin
The AtrixDublin based new wave band active between 1978 and 1983
The Baby SnakesRock band active from mid-80s to early 90s
The Black EaglesThe first band of Phil Lynott and Brian Downey who went on to from Thin Lizzy
The Black Velvet BandLate 80's/early 90s four piece led by singer/songwriter/guitarist Kieran Kennedy, featured singer Maria Doyle, bassist Shay Fitzgerald, and drummer/vocalist Dave Horner
The Blades3 piece formed in 1977 in Dublin around the vocals/songwriting of Paul Cleary
The Boomtown RatsVery successful punk/new wave band led by Bob Geldof formed in Dun Laoghaire in 1975
The Brilliant TreesDublin four piece formed in 1989
The Brothers MovementFormed in 2003 by 3 brothers and 3 lifelong friends, originally called Mainline, renamed as The Brother’s Movement in 2008
The Butterfly ExplosionFormed in late 2004, The Butterfly Explosion perform lush, brooding music soundscaps.
The ChaletsKitschy cool indie rock/pop band of 2 gals and 3 guys formed in Dublin in 2001
The Chapman SocietyEnergetic three piece indie rock band from Dublin; came together in 2006;
The ChaseFour piece alternative/rock outfit formed in late 2005; currently active on the Dublin circuit
The ConspiracyLate 80s Dublin rock band
The CoronasFour-piece Rock/Indie/Alternative band from Terenure, Dublin
The DevlinsDublin band formed by brothers Colin and Peter Devlin
The Dirty PicturesFormed in Dublin in 1989 as Vocal Disorder and moved to San Francisco in 1996 and later changed their name to The Dirty Pictures
The DixonsPurveyors of a unique sound, dubbed 'garagefolk'
The Dudley CorporationDublin three-piece indie band
The Fireworks FactoryGothic Dublin band from the 80's in the vein of the Bunnymen.
The FountainheadEighties new wave synth pop/rock group from Dublin
The FramesFormed 1991 in Dublin by Glen Hansard
The Golden HordePunk band from Dublin, formed in 1982, disbanded in 1994
The GorehoundsGarage punky rock 84 - 89; one cd semtex; dublin 5 piece
The Great Western SquaresDublin based alt-country outfit formed by Gary Fitzpatrick; active in the second half of the 90s
The Guggenheim GrottoDublin multi-instrumental trio released their debut album in 2005
The Harvest MinistersMelodic folky pop/rock group formed in Dublin in 1987
The Hedge SchoolsMusical vehicle for the songs of former Ten Speed Racer bass player Patrick Barrett working with Joe Chester
The HormonesA band formed by Marc Carroll after Puppy Love Bomb, active between 1995 and 1999
The ImmediateInstrument swapping Dublin four piece, formed in 2005, split in 2007
The IndulgersCeltic/Irish/Folk rock group formed in Denver, USA in 1998 by Dubliner Damien McCarron
The Jimmy CakeExperimental multi-instrumental indie group from Dublin
The KinetiksIndie pop band from Dublin
The Knocking ShopEarly nineties band; R'n'R, Surf, Punk & Country in a blender
The KyboshDublin-based four-piece band formed in 2005
The Last PostThe vehicle for Dublin multi-instrumentalist/singer/songwriter, Alan Kelly
The Laundry ShopDublin based indie rock three piece (a Swedish Girl and two Irish guys)
The LookalikesLate 70s, early 80s Dublin band
The Marshals Three piece indie rock band from Dublin
The Mary JanesIndie band formed in 1990 by Mic Christopher, the band split in 1999 and Mic Christopher went solo
The Matinée IdlesThe group of Kevin Barry who has also released an album in 2008 under his own name
The Mighty StefThe Mighty Stef, aka Stefan Murphy, is a singer and songwriter from Dublin, celebrated for the storytelling nature of his songs and his passionate live shows
The Murder CapitalRock/post-punk band that formed in Dublin in 2018
The PaleThe Pale are an eccentric trio formed in Dublin in 1990
The PartisansAfter The Blades split in 1986, Paul Cleary continued to put out records and perform with a new band The Partisans which were active until 1989
The Plague MonkeysDublin four piece formed in 1995
The PoguesEven most people with no interest in Irish folk and traditional music could not resist the Pogues infectious brand of it. Shane McGowan wrote some brilliant songs and spat them out with venom.
The PrescriptionsDublin alt. country/indie band formed in 2002
The RacketeersAmericana/Rock three piece band from Dublin. Formed in 1997 by frontman Eamonn Dowd
The RadiatorsLate 70s punk band from Dublin. Guitarist Philip Chevron went on to join the Pogues. Reformed in 2003 under the name 'The Radiators Plan 9' and reverted back to the original name on 2006.
The RadioDublin indie band with former Rollerskate Skinny guitarist; released the acclaimed album 'Kindness' in 2004
The Redneck ManifestoVery cool instrumental rock
The RevenantsEarly 90's Dublin band formed by Stephan Ryan, ex- Stars of Heaven
The Riptide MovementDublin Blues Rock four piece formed in 2006
The ScratchPercussive acoustic rock with influences from metal and folk
The ScriptThree piece pop/rock band from Dublin
The Slowest Clock80s punk/new wave group from Dublin
The SluaghProgressive symphonic death metal band based in Dublin
The SpikesA Doors influenced four piece based in Dublin, originally formed in New Zealand in 2004
The Spook of the Thirteenth LockDublin experimental folk rock group
The Stars of HeavenCountry-tinged indie band active between 1983 and 1990
The SuperseedsFour piece Dublin based band fronted by Derek Herbert, formerly of Les Enfants and The Big Noise
The Swell SeasonFolk rock duo formed by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová
The ThingsPsychobilly outfit from Dublin with a love for all things sick'n'sleazy
The ThreatPunk band formed in Dublin in 1978, active until '81
The ThrillsDublin five piece with retro 60s California sound
The VipersLate 70s Dublin post punk act
The Woods BandFolk rock band formed in 1970 by Gay & Terry Woods after their departure from Steeleye Span, later called Gay & Terry Woods
The Young DublinersUS based rock & Irish group led by Dublin born Keith Roberts
Thin LizzyThe ultimate Irish rockers and one of the greatest rock groups of all time, started as a trio in Dublin and went on to be one of the most influential bands in the rock world
Those Handsome DevilsRockabilly/garage rock band formed in Dublin in 1983
THUMPERDublin post-punk band formed in 2019
Tidal DistrictIndie-pop/rock band from Dublin active from 2006 to 2010
TigrisHard rock band influenced by the likes of Thin Lizzy and other classic hard rock bands; formed in Dublin in 2007
Tir Na nOgFolk rock group formed in 1969 by Leo O'Kelly and Sonny Condell
Tokyo Olympics80s Dublin based band
TravegaIndie/hard rock band formed in Dublin in 2004
TrojanCeltic Metal band from Dublin, active 1982-92
TwinkranesTwinkranes are a Dublin based 'avant pop' trio combining vintage electronics and live instrumentation with melodic pop structures
Two Tales Of WoeDublin based four-piece sludge/doom metal band formed in 2005
Tychonaut Three piece formerly known as The Tycho Brahe
U2A relatively obscure band, not well known outside of Ireland.
Una KeaneSinger/songwriter/pianist from Dublin, released debut EP in 2004,
UraghMetal band from Dublin formed in 2022
Urgent80s melodic rock / AOR, reminiscent of bands like FM, Foreigner, Journey and Boston
ValedictionMelodic Death Metal band from Dublin active from 2005 to 2014
Valerie FrancisDublin based singer/songwriter
Vann MusicRock band from Dublin. active in mid-2010s
Vengeance And The Panther Queen Dublin based band, includes some members of Republic of Loose
VillagersThe quiet, introspective music of Conor J. O'Brien
VircolacDeath metal band from dublin formed in 2013
Virgin PrunesPals of U2 from the early days, The Virgin Prunes took a less commercial musical route
Von ShakesExciting Rock band from Dublin. Debut album 'The Routine'.
Whipping BoyWhipping Boy's critically acclaimed 1995 album Heartworm is one of the all time great Irish records.
Wilde OscarsFive-piece indie band from Dublin, released the album 'Fish' in 1996
Winter's Reign80s Dublin based AOR/metal band, released 2 albums
Wizards Of Firetop MountainHard rock and metal band from Dublin
Wormhole90s 3 piece noise-rock outfit from Ringsend, later known as The Wormholes
Wreck Of The HesperusDoom metal band from Dublin
XerosunXerosun are a Dublin based metal band
Zen AlligatorsBand formed by Johnny Fean and Eamon Carr of Horslips from 1980 to 1983
ZOMBlack metal band from Dublin formed in 2011

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