Nov 132015
 
Fireside acoustic sessions, not everyone's cup of tea...

If small intimate accoustic sessions by firelight are your thing then maybe you won’t need to read this,

but if not and you are preparing for an outdoor gig or a concert in your own venue (from the smallest community hall show to stadium size concert) then you’ve come to the right place.

Two Men and a Hiace

The “good ole days” of two guys and a Hiace

The days of two fellahs turning up to a gig unloading a white van an hour before the first dance are well over. Modern concerts and shows are a fantastic array of light, laser and sound equipment and depend more and more on very expensive controlled lighting systems and electronic sound equipment to ensure the best quality sound and most exciting concert experience for the current crop of music aficionados (They’re not fans any more).

With modern health and safety regulations, it’s no longer possible (or wanted) to have a birds nest of cables thrown all across the floor to the nearest wall sockets like an obstacle course for your patrons to step over when the mood takes them to show off their moves.

We have been supplying clean, dependable, portable power solutions to concerts with some of the most prolific artists both over the last number of years and to those currently on the touring scene. We have seen the way that concerts have grown with the subsequent huge changes in power needs and wiring and our equipment is the most modern, up to date and dependable that there is available on the market.

Modern Concert "Experience"

Modern Concert “Experience”

Drawing our previous experiences and knowledge of what you will actually need, we can survey your site or location, plan and co-ordinate your electrical requirements with your sound and lighting guys, make sure everything is safe and secure (While complying with all required standards and certification), deliver a finished complete electrical and generator setup at the right price and finally, we can be on site (if needed) to make sure that when the beat drops at the climax of the show that you don’t have the same problems as THIS DJ  with everything descending into darkness just at the wrong moment.

When you are starting to plan your next venture, concert, open air gig, or night time event, give us a call and let us take care of the electrical stuff. It’s what we do, brilliantly!

Jul 302015
 
Tullamore Show 2015

Tullamore Show 2015

One of the biggest shows in the country, the Tullamore Show and AIB National Livestock Show is the ultimate country lifestyle event, providing an authentic Irish cultural experience.

 

From the website: “The Tullamore Show attracts over 60,000 with an extensive range of events including AIB National Livestock competitions, over 650 tradestands, entertainment, artisan food stalls, cookery demonstrations, crafts, fashion shows, rare breed animals, inventions, photography, farm skills, equestrian, vintage machinery, pets corner, live music, and kids area – something for all the family.”

What’s on this year:

The Tullamore Show programme this year has all the regular features and many new additions – Just throw your eye over this list for some of the main elements and you will get some idea of the vastness of the whole event:
• Over 650 trade stands, covering agriculture, home, garden, fashion, forestry, energy, food, travel, property, health etc. etc.
• The AIB National Livestock Show features dairy, pedigree and commercial cattle and also 13 different breeds of sheep. The much sought after Gold Medal for the champions of each breed in the cattle sections should provide very keen competition, with the entries rolling in. These medals have now become the hallmark of excellence in Irish livestock production.
• The Livestock Show will also include the National Shows for the Limousin, Simmental and Hereford breeds.
• Full equestrian programme, including the new Farrier classes, new site location, Show jumping, and showing, carriage driving, miniatures, Clydesdales and donkeys.
Home industries enthusiasts exhibiting their wares – from flowers to your holiday picture – and even being rewarded with prize money.
Sheepdog trials arena
• International Visitor Centre
Fashion at its best
Cookery demonstrations with Neven Maguire and Sheila Kelly, Bord Bia food advisor.
• A food fair for Artisan producers
• All Ireland Poultry Championships
Floral Artist of the Year Competition
Young Stockperson of the Year
• Many ideas for the Home and Garden
Cultural events
• Artisan Food, Craft & Lifestyle Exhibitions.
• Big Vintage Display of Farm Machinery from ‘times gone by’
• Latest in wind and solar developments
• Financial advice
• See the Rare Breeds and Pets Corner sections
Macra National Finals of the FBD Farm Skills competition

WORLD RECORD SACK RACE ATTEMPT: Sam Dennigan & Company, (Sams Potatoes) Ireland’s largest packer and distributor of potatoes, want to attempt to set a world record by hosting the largest ever potato sack race. An event for all the family to participate in on the day

Live Music & Entertainment

For those of you who wish to enjoy some music on Show Day, you can listen to the remarkable sounds of Traditional Irish music, as well as the live bands which entertain the crowds throughout the day.

1 day, 9 Bands

Ruaile Buaile

Ruggedwood

Transmitter

Rahan Comhaltas

Joe Wynne

Pipe Band

Good Man Sheila

SHUAL– New girl group sensation

Fallen Lights

Jul 202015
 
Galway races, 2015
It's strictly for the glamour

Don’t mind the horses, Races are strictly for the glamour

Galway Races, 2015.

Again the Galway Races is going to be the main fixture of the week leading up to the Bank Holiday in august. Running from Monday the 27th July to Sunday August 2nd this year, it promises to again be a cracker of a race festival.

With “Ladies Day” taking place on the 30th, Friday’s Fair Lady on Friday 31st, and Family/Mad Hatters day on Sunday 2nd,  There’s something for everyone this year.

Of course, we are there to help make sure everything is running like clockwork, and that you can get that selfie straight out to your mates to make them jealous of where you are (and maybe who you’ve met).

  • Ticket booking information is here
  • Location & Travel information is HERE
  • If you are worried about the dress code go HERE
  • If you are new to Races & the idea of Betting go HERE

If you still have questions after mulling through all of the links above, next stop is to head on over to the frequently asked questions page (FAQ), this is the best place to answer anything that isn’t covered.

Jul 012015
 
Castlepalooza Festival 2015

Castlepalooza 2015

Castlepalooza 2015 kicks off again in Charleville Castle, Tullamore, Co. Offaly. 31st July-August 2nd.

The location, An absolutely gorgeous 17th century castle, is hidden away in Ireland’s oldest primordial oak woods. Its beautiful location is made all that more attractive given that it is located right in the middle of Ireland – so easily accessible from all major cities.

Castlepalooza offers a unique opportunity to set foot inside a beautiful Medieval castle, walk through its restored rooms and unwind in front of the roaring fires.
Ticket holders have exclusive daily access inside the castle where there are art and film exhibitions; workshops; a Day Spa for some pampering and some surprise performances.
And added to the already fantastic facilities, this year you can enjoy the new Courtyard Chillout area.

 

Lineup this year as follows:

Castlepalooza 2015 lineup.

Castlepalooza 2015 lineup.

Sam Wallace, James Norton, Colm Brophy, Con Allen, Ciaran Earls, Aaron Nolan, Fintan Lalor, Pat Hyland, Johno, Aerön, Donal Mooney

Andy Johnston, Stephen Reilly, My Panda Shall Fly, Jake Dodd, Luke Conlon, Eoin Donovan, Ed Fay, Bobofunk, Sam Greenwood

DeFeKT, Sunil Sharpe, Double Agent 7, Mix & Fairbanks, Damien McClurg, George Feely, Palisade DJs, Sean Arthur, Eoin Monaghan

4WRD GRAD, DJ Deece

Head on over to the website HERE for booking and full event details.

Jun 122015
 
Longitude 2015, Marlay Park

Marlay Park,

With the festival season well up and running, we though that we would give you a heads up with the list of upcoming concerts for July 2015 including Longitude:

FRIDAY, 3 JULY 2015
Avicii Rudimental house, electronic, dance Marlay Park Dublin
SATURDAY, 4 JULY 2015
Paolo Nutini Alabama Shakes singer-songwriter, indie, scottish Marlay Park Dublin
FRIDAY, 17 JULY 2015 (Longitude Festival Weekend)
Hozier blues, soul, indie 12:00 Marlay Park Dublin
The Chemical Brothers electronic, dance, big beat 12:00
SATURDAY, 18 JULY 2015
Alt-J indie, electronic, british 12:00
SUNDAY, 19 JULY 2015
The Chemical Brothers electronic, dance, big beat 12:00

Looks like a great set of gigs, we’ll be there keeping the show on the road and helping to keep you in touch, will you make it this year?

 

Longitude has a fantastically huge line-up this year as follows:

Longitude 2015

Longitude 2015

Tickets can be purchased for the individual concerts HERE, or from HERE for Longitude 2015

Breaking news and event listings can be found either through the usual social media outlets or by clicking HERE

 

Please remember that to make it the best possible festival weekend for yourself there are a few things that you should remember always:

Things to bring with you:

Remember that glass is not allowed onsite for safety reasons

• Entry Ticket
• Money / Cash Card
• Appropriate Clothing. Please check the weather forecast before you set off.
• Travel Ticket Home
• Camera (pocket sized for personal use only or use your mobile 🙂 )
• Mobile Phone
• Sun Cream and a Hat
• Strong footwear
• Any medications that you need

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