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Quarter 2023: Craic Boi Mental, Raja Baal, An Cárthach

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Quarter Block Party returns to The Green Room at Cork Opera House in 2023.

Craic Boi Mental – rapper, producer and activist from Cork City, with a knack for lo-fi production and an innate ear for an inescapable hook. His relentless work ethic and deeply idiosyncratic style have built him a Cult following worldwide. Now he’s fresh off the back of his sold Out US tour & looking forward to performing once again for his Irish fans.

Raja Baal is the alternative hip hop project of Cork-based artist/producer Brendan Fennessy. The project came into being when Fennessy sent stream-of-consciousness drum recordings to friends with the single instruction to record whatever they wanted on top. The results were a striking palette of fuzzy, blown-out funk, baroque pop, jazz, afrobeat and psychedelic soul. Fennessy’s vocal approach alternates between rapping, singing and spoken word, with lyrics that set out to deconstruct the limiting security blanket of coolness which often surrounds male artists/bands – instead pushing toward presenting a bright, connective and inviting energy.

Quarter 2023: Róis, His Father’s Voice

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Quarter Block Party returns to The Green Room at Cork Opera House in 2023.

Róis (Rose Connolly) is a composer, performer and multi-instrumentalist, from County Fermanagh. Her body of work includes ensemble, large-scale and small-scale works, solo pieces, electronic solo/ensemble pieces and short film/multimedia works also. Her unique sound is an idiosyncratic combination of modernist and contemporary music with inflections of Irish traditional music, folk and
Jazz. Rose maintains a busy performance schedule in Ireland, performing with an array of professional musicians in both Jazz, traditional and classical contexts.

His Father’s Voice are a four piece outfit from Limerick City. The band effortlessly blur the lines between new wave, post-punk and shoegaze through soaring melodies, unflinching guitars and moody muscular rhythms. Broodingly introspective yet danceable, the band is in constant negotiation with a well-yielded tension as shown in their debut EP ‘Context and Perspective’ and follow-up single
‘In the Shade’. These releases garnered a new found reputation which led to a number of opportunities; including a set on the Rankin’s Wood stage at Electric Picnic 2019 and support slots with high-profile acts such as Viagra Boys and Cherry Glazerr.

Ben Portsmouth – This Is Elvis

Ben, from Berkshire, is a singer, songwriter, musician and actor (Autopsy: The Last Hours of Elvis, 2014 and Elvis: Are You Lonesome Tonight, 2020) and most notably an internationally renowned Elvis Tribute Artist. Ben had Elvis’s DNA in his blood from an early age.

After winning many prestigious awards, it was in August 2012 when Ben made history, winning the Elvis Presley Enterprises ‘Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest’ in Memphis, crowning Ben as the ‘Worldwide Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist’, the first artist from outside the USA to ever win this prestigious title.

Celebrating the life of an iconic showman and telling the story of the King through the show, Ben and the band will take you on a trip down memory lane with barnstorming sets of many of Elvis’ most loved songs from all eras such as the 1950s, the iconic ’68 Comeback Special, and Ben’s personal favourite, the 1970s Vegas concerts.

As a versatile guitarist, Ben can seamlessly switch from rock ‘n’ roll, gospel, and soul and there promises to be plenty of fabulous costume changes and lots of interaction with the audience along the way!

Johnny McEvoy

Johnny McEvoy has always been highly acclaimed for his excellent concert shows and his early 2023 nationwide concert tour will get the usual huge response from his legion of fans throughout Ireland, North and South. This nostalgic evening of ‘Song and Story’ features all of Johnny’s many hit songs, including ‘Muirsin Durkan’, ‘Boston Burglar’, ‘Those Brown Eyes’, ‘Long, Long Before Your Time’, plus some songs from his new album.

His songs are haunting, evocative and beautifully presented with many in the folk and ballad style. Johnny McEvoy has been one of the most enduring and talented singer/songwriters in these islands over the past 50 years.

His concert performances are second to none with his songs beautifully delivered in truly artistic fashion and storytelling of the finest order. This is a full evening with Johnny McEvoy. No support.

The Three Tenors

Amazing -Exciting -Contemporary! Direct from National Concert Hall!
This is the ‘Joy and Happiness’ Concert of the year, that you will Love!
Celtic flavoured with a blend of classical and good humour, it’s the fabulous mix of carefully selected
popular and inspiring songs beautifully arranged and sung with passion that draws in audiences who
easily connect with The Three Tenors IRL –Conor Gibbons |Paul Feery |Philip Klubicka
Creating a storm around the country and beyond, the trio have achieved sold-out performances in
National Concert Hall, St. Patrick’s Cathedral Dublin City, Belfast Lyric Theatre, Cork Opera House & Dublin
Castle over many years, alongside regular appearances on BBC, Virgin Media & RTÉ.
Now The Three Tenors are back at Cork Opera House with something for everyone, in a performance
featuring their usual blend, a classic-mix of contemporary, uplifting, inspirational songs, some great Irish
folk and a few surprises, including very special guests Bishopstown Girls School Choir ‘Scoil an Spioraid
Naoimh Cailíní’. Hear the Hits:
Caledonia/Somewhere Only We Know/The Prayer/CAN’T HELP Falling in Love/My Way/Nessun Dorma
The Sunday Independent called them “FABULOUS…the entire audience was moved by their soulful
performance’ while the New York Times said ‘Stunning Vocal Performance’.

 

The Dolan Family proudly present Remembering Joe

Throughout his singing career Joe Dolan’s energetic and charismatic stage performances thrilled audiences throughout the world. From his first hit in 1964, ‘The Answer To Everything’, through the 70’s with hits such as ‘I Need You’ and ‘Sweet Little Rock ‘n’ Roller’, the 80’s with ‘More and More’, It’s You, It’s You, It’s You’ and ‘Goodbye Venice Goodbye’, The 90’s with ‘The Universal’ and into the 21st century with a musical collaboration with The RTÉ Concert Orchestra.

16 years since his passing in 2007, his music is as popular as ever. Now to celebrate his life and work, Joe’s family are taking their show ‘Remembering Joe’ on a nationwide tour. Joe’s brother Ben, who shared the stage with his younger brother for 47 fun-filled years will highlight Joe’s successful singing career. He will be joined on stage by Joe’s Niece Sandra, Nephews Adrian and Ray with Singer Karen Carroll and members of Joe’s original backing band. A nostalgic evening of hit after hit.

’No Show Like A Joe Show’ was the catchphrase used to describe Joe’s live shows and how they used to put people in a happy mood. Celebrate the music of one of Ireland’s greatest Singers at – ‘Remembering Joe’, you will be singing and dancing along to all those famous Joe hits!

Tommy Fleming

Described as a singer whose voice has the remarkable ability of transporting listeners into his world, fans will enjoy this ultimate celebration at a concert of Tommy Fleming’s!

Tommy Fleming sings from his soul. He breathes raw emotion into each and every song, be it his own arrangement, a classic cover or a dynamic duet. Fluent and flawless his unique voice has touched the hearts of many, right across the globe and when you see Tommy in full flight with his full band and orchestra you truly have been part of a journey that has reached sublime heights yet one that has never lost sight of its roots.

Performing two shows at Cork Opera House on Friday, February 2nd, and Saturday, February 3rd, 2024, this is an evening of music not to be missed.

 

Mary Black 40th Anniversary Tour

Mary Black has been a dominant presence in Irish music over the last four decades, both at home and abroad, bringing her songs and music, to growing numbers of fans; not just in Ireland where she has been a household name for decades, but all over the world.

As an award-winning solo artist with multiple chart-topping and critically acclaimed albums, Mary has been celebrated by an adoring public as well as fellow artists many of whom she has performed and recorded with over the years, including Emmylou Harris, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Joan Baez and Van Morrison.

Mary is delighted to be going back on the road to mark this 40th anniversary. With her outstanding band, she will celebrate her career playing the favourite songs from her extensive catalogue, songs that we’ve come to know and love over the years. Mary’s band features Bill Shanley (guitars), Pat Crowley (piano and accordion), Nick Scott (double bass) and Richie Buckley (saxophones).

The Three Amigos

When Jimmy Buckley, Robert Mizzell and Patrick Feeney decided to add another string to their bow by becoming The Three Amigos concert act, they brought a new dimension to the Irish entertainment scene.

Today their polished stage performances have become a byword in country music circles to such an extent that they are feted everywhere they go with their stunning show. While all three continue to embellish their careers on an individual front with their own bands, it’s when they come together under The Three Amigos banner that they morph into an outstanding unit that has long since won acclaim throughout the country.

They may have enjoyed success in the ballrooms and in the recording sphere on an individual front but as The Three Amigos they reach a new level. The trio’s many-sided talents come into play in what is a mesmerising stage show, their enthusiasm and energy never failing to captivate their audiences. Their concert performances, indeed, have gone from strength to strength with their professionalism and versatility underpinning their shows.

 

ABBA Forever

It’s always party time when ABBA Forever comes to town, but when it’s the Christmas Show, then that’s a real excuse to let your hair down! This happy sing-a-long event is pure escapism. Celebrating ABBA with a loud and proud production and terrific audio visuals, ABBA Forever is the perfect way to start your Christmas celebrations!

From ‘Waterloo’ to ‘Dancing Queen’, expect a dazzling, fantastic performance including the most iconic hits – ‘Mamma Mia’, ‘S.O.S’, ‘Money, Money Money’, ‘The Winner Takes All’, ‘Gimme Gimme, Gimme!’ and many many more! You’ll be rockin’ in the aisles!