Púca Festival 2024
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Mary Couglan at Castle Arch Hotel
Mary Coughlan's career in music has been one hell-of-a-ride. Often described as the greatest female vocalist that Ireland has ever produced, Coughlan proudly stands alongside some of the world's most iconic jazz singers. She is unique in blending whisky-blurred, some-seared, husky notes with the laconic wit of Billie Holiday and Peggy Lee. She draws the line of deep, down and dirty blues singers back to Bessie smith with the sardonic, bitter-sweet defiance and despair of Edith Piaf. Yet Mary Coughlan delivers it all in a delicious and unapologetic Irish frawl: sceptical, rueful, mournful and melting and ardent for love. Mary Coughlan is one of our greatest singers because over 40 years she has made the most grown-up, uncompromising, wholly personal yet utterly universal music on either side of the Atlantic about what goes on between men and women. It's hard to believe that four decades have passed since Coughlan went into the studio to record her debut album, Tired and Emotional. Don't Miss this opportunity to join this iconic artist in celebrating 40 years in music.
Over 18s
Doors: 7pm /Show: 8pm
On the Road Again - an evening with Tom Dunne, Fiachna Ó Braonáin & Alan Connor at The Castle Arch Hotel
"On The Road Again" promises to be a fun evening of songs and stories as Fiachna Ó Braonáin, Tom Dune & Alan Connor hit the road together for the very first time! Despite having shared stages across the world over several decades Tom Dunne of Something Happens and Fiachna Ó Braonáin of Hothouse Flowers had never actually performed together until they were invited to do so on RTE Radio 1's Ray Darcy show where they performed a Christy Moore son, "John O Dreams" and Willie Nelson song, "On The Road Again". Ray D'Arcy loved it, Fiachna Ó Braonáin and Tom Dunne had a ball...and were joking they should do more of it! Or perhaps...only half-joking! Since then, several coffees were had and they decided to make it happen! Their respective bands were from different musical worlds but Tom Dunne and Fiachna Ó Braonáin were always united by a love of performance and songwriting and were very taken with what those different schools thought could bring to thier coffee table. Since then, they have been working on what songs they could perform together including some new songs neither have performed publicaly before. Multi-Instrumentalist Alan Connor was then drafted in to add some Piano, Guitar and Percussion to the dynamic duo! Alan Connor has toured with Saron Shannon for over ten years and regularly performs with Something Happens and Frances Black. He is also a member of RTE's "The late Late Show" House Band since 2021.
Over 18's
Doors: 7pm / Show: 8pm
Historic Charm Meets Modern Comfort
Castle Arch Hotel, a historic gem dating back to the 18th century, offers the perfect backdrop for this magical experience. With its charming architecture and warm hospitality, you'll feel like you've stepped into a bygone era while enjoying all the modern comforts you deserve.
Contact us for reservations and inquiries:
Email - events@castlearchhotel.com
Phone: 046 943 1516
