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Homegrown Gigs Worth Checking Out in Cork this Summer!

Summer is coming, and the ‘Rodfather’ has given us a taste of more in the Rebel County. On the banks of the lovely Lee, the current crop of Cork bands is making big waves, so much that it would lead you to think there must be something special in the water, like. The surge in homegrown talent is testament to the heart-rate of the People’s Republic and we at The Sharpe were delighted to catch up with lots of homegrown acts to find out more. So, let’s whet our appetites with some of the most exciting gigs in Cork this summer. 1. Columbia Columbia is a fresh up-and-coming Rock and […]

James OR Interview: An Attempt At Momentum

A short conversation with James OR feels like packing myriad life lessons in a bottomless bag – you apply its contents to your own life, and the bag is refilled on the next coffee date. In other words – the 29-year-old Cork man is pure sound, like. “I’m not a believer of natural talent. I’m a big advocate of grit and hard work.” James is a homegrown artist who fills his days gathering some momentum, or at least trying to. From humble beginnings – and humble he is – this man’s music has taken him a far stretch from blasting out Nirvana covers with his wannabee rock star pals in […]

48 Hours In Ireland… The Ultimate Staycation Guide

Staycays are the new vacays thanks to the new-wave and old-school destinations and experiences our little gem of an island has to offer. Planning on visiting Dublin, Cork, Limerick or Galway? Well if you’re away in one of our great cities for 48 hours then read on for all the best things to see, do and eat for a fabulous weekend. There’s nothing more satisfying than the ease of a staycation. Finishing work on a Friday afternoon and hitting the road, knowing what the weather will be like (showers all weekend, probably), packing is a quick, no-nonsense affair. Just grab the essentials and not a care in the world about […]

How To Stand Out From The Crowd with Festival Fashions

Festival season is now upon us. Not only is it fun to listen to all the hottest acts right now, part of the appeal is also to stand out from the crowd with all the latest festival fashions. We’ve got the finest looks and styles for both guys and girls to wear this summer. So, get ready to catch everyone’s eye with your dazzling outfit at some of biggest festivals that Ireland has to offer.  1. Trendy Looks @Longitude Longitude kicked off this weekend at in Marlay Park and the 3 day party is the perfect chance for you to change it up a bit. Tips for Girls: Belt up […]

7 of The Tastiest Vegan Restaurants in Cork

Heading down to check out the Blarney Castle anytime soon? Or perhaps you want to get around Cork for the fabulous atmosphere that it’s famous for. Either way, Cork is a beautiful city to explore and if you are looking for some food options but are worried that it may be lacking it vegan options fear not. There’s simply no need to worry, as we have seven of the tastiest vegan restaurants in Cork. Paradiso This restaurant has attracted attention internationally throughout the years with its renowned vegetable cuisine prepared by chef Denis Cotter, founder and executive chef. The chef focuses on rich, complex flavours with seasonal ingredients. So nice […]

Unique Irish Record Stores That Are Making a Difference

One of the most disheartening announcements that we hear more and more frequently these days are the closures of once popular record stores as a result of the digital age taking over. When you can stream everything online, the desire for buying a physical copy of music just isn’t as strong as it used to be. However, there are some Irish record stores that are defying all odds and are succeeding. So what’s their secret? Well to mark the upcoming Record Store Day on April 21st, we have compiled a list of some of our favourite independent record stores in the country. These are places that you must visit if […]

6 Unmissable Irish Gigs Over St. Patrick’s Weekend

It’s that time of the year again where you can show everyone exactly why it’s so great to be Irish. What better way to start off the St. Patrick’s Weekend celebrations than with a nice dose of homegrown music! There are gigs taking place in every corner of the country so get your dancing shoes on, grab a friend and get going! 1. Zion Train If you are in Cork on St. Patrick’s day, you sure are lucky because Zion Train are playing in the Crane Lane Theatre. In 2014, they’re Land of the Blind album was a big hit and they are looking to release another new album soon. […]

Top Irish Festivals Worth Getting to This March

What better way than to start off Spring than with a goold ol’ fashioned festival, once the snow doesn’t last too long that is! As the flowers are blooming and the sun is rising to the top of the sky, Ireland offers us some brilliant festivals to dance to while the days get longer. There’s an exciting event in here for every taste imaginable so let’s get to it! 1. Ennis Book Club Festival This festival offers a mix of readings, discussion, comedy and chat in one of Ireland’s friendliest towns. This is Ireland’s only book club festival so if you’re a book fan head on down to check it […]

5 Irish Festivals Worth Getting to This January

January can feel like a daunting month for some after the festivities of Christmas. So, to calm those January blues, we are bringing you a range of great Irish festivals this January. Whether you fancy some delicious vegan food, an afternoon of anime or music in the moonlight, there’s plenty of ways to kick off the new year with a bang. If you want to start your 2018 in style, be sure to try out some of these festivals over the next few weeks. 1. Akumakon Akumakon is an anime and manga convention taking place in Galway. Taking place at NUIG in Galway, this festival has plenty of exciting events coming […]

All-Ireland Hurling Semi-Final Preview – Cork vs. Waterford

Before the championship even began this year, the Cork hurlers were written off as a team who were going nowhere fast. After a poor 2016 season, where they were knocked out in the second round of the qualifiers to Wexford, everyone seemingly forgot that this is Cork hurling we are talking about and it would only be a matter of time before the Cork hurlers were back firing on all cylinders once again. Waterford on the other hand were expected to at least get to the semi-final stage again this year after the heartbreak of losing to Kilkenny in a replay at this stage last year. Derek McGrath’s side haven’t […]