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SXSW, which usually takes place in Austin, Texas, has moved online this year and six Irish acts will be performing at the Music From Ireland official showcase on 18th March at 5pm CT (10pm GMT).

From legendary performers to the next wave of musical talent, the SXSW Music Festival draws artists, industry professionals, and music lovers from around the world to make professional and personal connections, elevate their careers, and celebrate the magic of live music.
The Irish acts at this year’s showcase are:

Ailbhe Reddy | Aoife Nessa Frances | Just Mustard

Rachael Lavelle | Pillow Queens | Tebi Rex

The artists’ exclusive performances were filmed at the Grand Social, Dublin by Tiny Ark. Five additional Irish artists will be included in the festival line-up, and they are Enola Gay, Beauty Sleep, Ryan McMullan, Lila Vargen and Sinead O’ Brien. 

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Music From Ireland is supported by Culture Ireland
The Soundtrack To Ireland’s Future will showcase an eclectic lineup of 43 emerging artists from all corners of Ireland on stage at Lost Lane across St. Patrick’s Festival weekend. Full schedule here.

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THE SOUNDTRACK OF IRELAND’S FUTURE | TRAILER

EPISODES: 

1. Anna Mieke, Archmotors, Basciville & A. Smyth. 
2: Fia Moon, Gemma Bradley. Fynch, INSIDEAWAVE & I Have A Tribe
3: Celevedmai, Beauty Sleep, Beyond The Wash & Fears
4: Hazey Haze, Jackie Beverly, JaXson, Kynsy & Local Boy
5: Shaefri, Shiv, Skinner, Strange Boy& Toshín
6: Luz, Modernlove, Naoise Roo, Nealo & Nnic
7: PowPig, R.S.A.G, Rachael Lavelle, Reevah, & RUNOFFBROKE
8: Tebi Rex, Varo, Vernon Jane, Wynona Bleach, 1000 Beasts
9: Dani Larkin, Dark Tropics, Dyvr & Christian Cohle

 

SEODA IS A 5-DAY GLOBAL ONLINE FESTIVAL BROUGHT TO YOU BY CULTURE IRELAND 17-21 MARCH

SEODA MUSIC FROM IRELAND SHOWCASE 
Saturday, March 20, 2021 8pm (GMT)

SEODA (Irish for ‘jewels’) celebrates Irish arts worldwide at a time when Irish artists would normally be supported by Culture Ireland to travel the globe.

The 5-day festival will offer audiences more than two dozen events to enjoy. All events are available free to audiences around the world through Culture Ireland’s YouTube channel here.

In launching SEODA, Minister Catherine Martin T.D said: “Our artists are Ireland’s treasures and despite the many challenges this year, our artists continue to create and perform in innovative ways. Through sharing a selection of amazing performances in line with the aims of Global Ireland, we can reach audiences around the world and maintain our cultural connections and offer hope and joy at this time when Irish culture holds a central place on the world stage.”

All artists will be paid for the online presentation of their work and many are supported by the Arts Council.

 

Make sure you’re following Ireland Music Week on Instagram and YouTube for a weekly video from our IMW 2020 showcasing artists!

Here’s our latest video release:
Let Me Unlock Your Full Potential – Rachael Lavelle

News and Updates on funding opportunities
The Arts Council released their calender of funding opportunities for 2021. Take a look at upcoming applications and closing dates that may apply to you.
Minister Martin launches new €50m suite of measures to support the Live Performance Sector
·      €25m new Live Performance Support Scheme
·      €14m new support scheme for live entertainment businesses
·      €5m to local authorities for outdoor live performances
·      €5m capital supports for live entertainment sector

·      €1m to St. Patrick’s Festival
https://www.gov.ie/en/service/ca5d7-live-performance-support-scheme-2021/
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