KNEECAP: “we try to leave as much as possible to the listener”
All that there is to learn from kneecap’s interaction with The (091) show, BBC Belfast and The DUP this week. It has proved to be an intense weekend for Kneecap and their fans. The excitement started on Thursday night when Kneecap performed in the Belfast Empire. This performance saw the lads returning to their home town for the finale of their first national tour, ‘The … Continue reading KNEECAP: “we try to leave as much as possible to the listener”
Get to Know Galway Girl Boss Celaviedmai
Rapper, singer and all round ray of sunshine Celaviedmai is not only Galway’s, but Ireland’s biggest female rapper and I had the pleasure of sitting down with her a couple weeks ago while fellow Four Pillars contributor Paraic interviewed her for his 2nd series of the 091 show. Why don’t we ‘Dive’ in to see what she’s all about! From the Headford road and alumni … Continue reading Get to Know Galway Girl Boss Celaviedmai
Tragic Death of The Prodigy’s Keith Flint: Twitter’s reaction
This morning it was announced that Keith Flint, member of legendary electronic group The Prodigy, has died at the young age of 49. The Prodigy began in the 90’s and have released hugely celebrated tracks such as ‘Breathe’ and ‘Smack My Bitch Up’. The group have remained successful throughout recent years and last released an album, ‘No Tourists’ late last year. The Prodigy recently played … Continue reading Tragic Death of The Prodigy’s Keith Flint: Twitter’s reaction
Kneecap: ‘The Gael-Gigolos Tour’ in Review.
Kneecap’s first national Irish Rap tour comes to an end, we take a moment to appreciate what a great experience this has been. Tonight (the 28th of February 2019) marks the official end of KNEECAP’s first headline tour ‘The GAEL – GIGOLOS Tour’. We have all been eagerly anticipating this tour since the release of their debut album and instant classic ‘3CAG’ in June 2018. … Continue reading Kneecap: ‘The Gael-Gigolos Tour’ in Review.
Lil Pump – Harverd Dropout Review – you’re such a fn’ bore
Lil Pump’s second commercial release Harverd Dropout has been a year and a half in the making, but the end product certainly wasn’t worth the wait. His self-titled album in 2017 certainly wasn’t an exhibition of Pump’s lyrical genius – but I enjoyed it on the whole, mainly because of how fun, care-free and full of personality it was. But sadly, this album features very little to get excited about. … Continue reading Lil Pump – Harverd Dropout Review – you’re such a fn’ bore
Ariana Grande and Piers Morgan are friends now and Twitter hates it
Ariana and Piers met up in LA last night, and it was weeeeeeeeeeeeird In one of the stranger social media interactions I’ve ever seen earlier on today, it turns out that Ariana Grande and Piers Morgan, who had openly argued over twitter several times a few months ago, are now apparently friends (at least) now after a dinner in LA last night. Piers Morgan has … Continue reading Ariana Grande and Piers Morgan are friends now and Twitter hates it
Get involved in Irish Rap and Drill: the top 10 platforms you need to follow
Instagram, Youtube, Spotify even snapchat. This is a list of the accounts you need to know to get you involved! NEW EIRE TV https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC565SnEvIUMNHDNiCm4kfnQ New Eire Tv is the leading platform in Irish Urban music at the moment. Since beginning in July 2018, it has already released a number of Irish Classics. According to its YouTube about section its Aim is to produce the best … Continue reading Get involved in Irish Rap and Drill: the top 10 platforms you need to follow
Rap and Drill: the top 10 artists to follow on Instagram
The most engaging and entertaining Irish artists you need to follow today. Kneecap (@kneecap32) The unforgettable founders of gaelige rap! https://www.instagram.com/kneecap32/ 2. Uppbeat (@uppbeat) Flowstate movement and County Mayo’s very own! https://www.instagram.com/uppbeat/ 3. Tebi Rex (@tebirexofficial) Maynooth based duo Max Zanga and Matt O’Baoill! https://www.instagram.com/tebirexofficial/ 4. J.b2 (@mraffiliate_) Athlone’s very own drill god! 5. Sequence (@kiingsequence) A man responsible for so much of the recent … Continue reading Rap and Drill: the top 10 artists to follow on Instagram
Kanye West, Kendrick Lamar and more: the 10 essential rap albums for a new fan
Kanye West. Kendrick Lamar. Names like theirs will be familiar to anyone with any knowledge of pop culture, but what about their music? Up until around two or three years ago, I had never gone out of my way to listen to any rap music, period. I was a punk and metal purist, until I heard the first album on this list, Kendrick Lamar’s To Pimp … Continue reading Kanye West, Kendrick Lamar and more: the 10 essential rap albums for a new fan
Galway Rag Week 2019: Hotbed for electronic music events
Galway’s (Unofficial) Rag week of 2019 is fast approaching. Already panicked about the long queues, squished smoking areas and empty wallets ahead, it has become almost mandatory that you plan out your week in advance to guarantee your enjoyment of what this infamous time has to offer. It has become clear that to many students like myself, it is no longer about getting completely smashed … Continue reading Galway Rag Week 2019: Hotbed for electronic music events
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