Elephant to launch debut album in Dundalk tomorrow

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Local act Elephant will launch his debut album ‘Hypergiant’ with an in store performance in Classified Records at the Demesne tomorrow evening.

The launch and show will kick-off at 6pm with refreshments and finger food to be served.

Elephant, aka Shane Clarke, has been creating a name for himself with his multi-instrumental performances in recent years. Be sure to check him out at www.weareelephants.com

Six local acts to perform at this weekend’s Electric Picnic

Pat McDonnell will be in the comedy tent on Saturday

Pat McDonnell will be in the comedy tent on Saturday

Six local acts will be performing at this weekend’s Electric Picnic Festival in Stradbally, Co Laois.

Amongst those set to take the stage over the course of the weekend are bands RichardRichard, The Beached Whales, Elephant and Third Smoke, as well as DJ collective Evil Presidentes.

The Beached Whales are first to perform this evening on The Salt Dog Stage from 5pm to 5.50pm. On Saturday Dromiskin-based comedian Pat McDonnell will also be in the comedy tent from 4.35pm to 5pm.

Be sure to check the locals out if you’re at the Picnic this weekend.

Lockup Festival coming to Bellurgan Park next month

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A new music festival will take place at Bellurgan Park next month.

The Lockup Festival will take place on August 1st and 2nd and feature the likes of Kormac, Cian Finn and Elephant as headliners, with bands including The Beached Whales, Evil Presidentes, Black Svan and Carron supporting.

Tickets, with camping, are €45 including booking fee and can be bought on www.ticketmaster.ie