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Feb 9th 2010

Pre-Gig menu for David O Doherty this Thursday!

Served from 6pm to 8pm..choose 2 courses for €10 and get a free pint of Coors Light! Book by calling 061 314483ext1

Starters

Homemade Fresh Soup of The Day
with Brown Bread
Beef Tomato & Buffalo Mozzarella Salad
On Fresh Leaves

Main Courses
Dolans Fish & Chips
Ocean Fresh Haddock in a Beer Batter with Homemade Tartare Sauce
Beef, Mushroom & Guinness Stew
With a Creamy Chive Mash
Vegetarian Option
Please ask your server

Desserts
Homemade Bramley Apple & Oatmeal Crumble
With Fresh Cream
Homemade Sticky Toffee Pudding
With Butterscotch Sauce


Mick Flannery is back on Friday April 9th!

Tickets costing €16 are on sale on Friday February 26th at 10am!


Sharon Shannon's Big Band with Jerry Fish and Carol Keogh

play The Warehouse on Friday March 12th. Tickets priced €26 are on sale now!


JOSH RITTER plays Dolans Warehouse on Sunday April 25th!

It's official. Josh's eagerly awaited new album, "So Runs the World Away", will be released in Ireland on April 23rd, and on May 4th in the USA and rest of the world. Josh Ritter & The Royal City Band embark on their Irish tour on April 24th and stop off in one of Josh's favourite venues The Warehouse on the 25th!

Tickets costing €30 are on sale now!


SCOUTING FOR GIRLS announce Irish tour including a Limerick date on Tuesday April 20th! Tickets are on sale now!

Scouting For Girls have announced a five date Irish tour this April to celebrate the release of their new album "Everybody Wants To Be On TV."

In 2008, Scouting For Girls became the biggest selling new band of the year in the UK. Having toiled for ten years unsigned, the three boys next door sold over 900,000 records of their eponymous number 1 debut album, and were nominated for three Brit Awards (British Breakthrough Act, British Single (Heartbeat), and British Live Act, to become the UK’s most successful new pop band.

Scouting for Girls release their new single This Aint A Love Song on 26th March with their album, Everybody Wants to Be On TV following on April 9th.

Tickets for their Irish tour are on sale this Friday, 5th February at 9am. Dolans tickets €26 + bking.


It's FUN FUN at Dolans in 2010!

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David O Doherty (Thurs March 4th) is just plain evil and proves it by attemptimg to give musical comedy a good name? Dublin's David not only attempts this malevolent feat, but succeeds to the point of very nearly elevating this stand-up subgenre to true art. Tickets are €14/12 and on sale now.

Rich Hall (Thurs March 11th) looks like a Pearl Jam Roadie and is a very funny guy.

Tickets are €16/13 and on sale now.


Feb 9th 2010

Valentines Weekend at Dolans

Kicking off this Friday night at 6pm our scrummy Valentines 3-course Set Menu costs €19.95 and comes with a free glass of Rosé and chocolates for the ladies.

Appetisers

Homemade Fresh Soup Of The Day
With Brown Soda Bread

Smoked Chicken & Fresh Mango Salad
With a Grain Mustard Dressing

Homamade Brie, Cherry Tomato and Basil Pesto Tart
With A Fresh Salad Garnish

Main Courses

Sesame Crusted Darne of Salmon
On a Bed of Stirfried Vegetables

Passionfruit Marinated Supreme of Chicken
With a Wild Rocket Aalad and a Tzatziki Dressing

Asparagus & Red Pepper Roulade
With s Tomato & Thyme Compôte

Desserts

Homemade Dark Chocolate Pudding
Served with Runny Chocolate Sauce

Homemade Buttermilk PannaCotta
With Shortbread & Vodka Infused Strawberries


Feb 2nd 2010

CLUB SENSATION @ DOLANS SATURDAY FEBRUARY 26TH..INFO BELOW!


DOLAN’S SCORES TOP AWARD AT IMRO LIVE MUSIC VENUE OF THE YEAR AWARDS!

Neil Dolan, Mick Dolan, Keith Donald (IMRO) and Niall Toner (IMRO)


Dolans is Munsters FINEST LIVE MUSIC VENUE as voted by IMRO members and announced in Dublin last night! Come help us celebrate in The Pub this Friday and Saturday nights from 9pm!


Oct 25th 2009

LAURA IZIBOR CANCELS DOLANS SHOW


Unfortunately Laura Izibor has had to cancel her 2 Irish shows this week as she has come down with the dreaded flu. We are waiting to confirm a rescheduled date with her management and will be in touch with all ticket holders once we do. Laura apologises to her fans for all inconvenience caused.

Get Well Soon Laura!


Nov 4th 2009

Just announced - UK singer songwriter Kate Walsh has been confirmed as special guest to Mick Flannery on his Irish tour this December!

 

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UK singer songwriter Kate Walsh returns to Ireland in November and December with an extended tour supporting Cork’s finest son, Mick Flannery. With 14 dates around Ireland including Vicar Street in Dublin on November 7th and New Years Eve in The Opera House in Cork, Walsh is looking forward to the opportunity to play in front of Irish audiences.

And getting into the festive spirit, Kate and Mick have recorded a new single, Ghost Of Christmas Past which will be released in late November on EMI Records. Kate has also been added to Paolo Nutini’s European tour in November.


Lisa Hannigan, Mick Flannery, Foy Vance, Laura Izibor, Declan O'Rourke & John Spillane all confirmed for Dolans!

 

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Further information on all shows available on our Gig Listings page


Weds Oct 28th

Our Pre-Gig menu for Friday Oct 30th..

Starters
Homemade Fresh Soup of The Day
with Brown Bread
Dolans Caesar Salad
With Parmesan Croutons, Baby Gem Lettuce, Bacon Lardons & House Dressing

Main Courses
Marinated Pork Sausages
With a Spring Onion Mash and a Red Onion & Guinness Gravy
Lemon Chicken
With Raisin & Almond infused Couscous
Vegetarian Option
Please ask your server

Desserts
Homemade Apple Crumble
With a Chantilly Cream
Sticky Pecan Pie
With a Chocolate Fudge Cream
Please choose from Starter & Main Course OR Main Course & Dessert

2 courses €10!


This menu is available to all gig-goers on production of your ticket or reference number - from 6-8pm this Friday. Please call 061 314483ext1 to book your table.


Oct 8th 2009

The Sawdoctors play The Warehouse on Friday November 6th

 

Fresh from their #1 hit "About You Now" and with their latest single "She Loves Me" storming up the charts (wonder has that anything to do with the volleyball video?!..check it out on youtube) The Doctors have just announced a staggering 16 date UK Tour for this November but have made the time for a Dolans show before jetting off!

Tickets priced €21 are on sale now!


Director Return to Dolans

 

Director returned with a bang with their second album "I’ll Wait For Sound" in May. The album charted at No. 11 in the Irish charts preceded by the single “Sing It Without A Tune" and we are delighted to have the lads back on Friday 6th November for a very intimate show in our Upstairs venue. Tickets are €12 and on sale now


Jack L plays his "all-time favourite venue" this October!

 

Jack returns to The Warehouse with his fabulous band on Friday October 30th. Jack has had a very busy 2009. Between gigging from New York to Paris, writing musicals and having a novel written about attending one of his shows we are delighted that he managed to fit in an Irish tour at all!

Tickets priced €20 are on sale now!


The Wailers return to Dolans

We are delighted to welcome back The Wailers as part of their world tour which commenced this weekend at electric Picnic.

The date is Thursday October 29th from 8pm and tickets are on sale now priced €28!


Reggae Pon Dolans

After two amazing reggae festivals during the summer at Dolans in the beergarden area combined with the upstairs intimate venue, roots factory decided....... lets have another! After all it is their 2nd birthday.
Bank Holiday Sunday October 25th sees Reggae pon Dolans and another great day and line up of live reggae and selectors of jah highest order. It will all kick off at 3pm with a bbq blazing and good vibrations right thru till the early hours. Ireland's biggest and best reggae act Intinn play live, Corks Revelation Sound System shall be installed on the day, Brother Culture on the mic, Roots Factory crew and many more will bring each of their unique styles to the party


Kíla return to The Warehouse this September!

Saturday 26th is the date and with rumours abounding of a Greatest Hits album on the way expect a nostalgic trip down memory lane as well along with a polished performance on the night.

Tickets are on sale now priced €20


Clive Barnes is back with a stunning new album set for release in September

"The Ghost Country" is Clive's latest offering and is a testament to his unique talent and ability. He plays Dolans Upstairs on Friday September 18th. Tickets priced €14 are on sale now


David Geraghty confirms "Victory Dance" tour for Dolans this September

BellX1 man David brings his multi instrumentalist band to the Upstairs venue for what promises to be a magical gig on Saturday September 12th. Tickets cost €13 and are on sale now!


Dublin based CODES confirm September 20th show Upstairs

Codes are a 4 piece alternative/electronic quartet who are releasing their debut album "Trees Dream In Algebra" this Autumn. Tickets for this show priced €10 go on sale this Friday July 24th at 10am


Mick Flannery plays the Warehouse on Firday September 4th

The gorgeous Corkman returns with his fabulous band for another amazing night in the Warehouse. Tickets are on sale now!


Friday July 24th 2009

WALLIS BIRD

has today announced a national tour for this October to coincide with the Summer release of her great new album "New Boots". She plays Dolans Warehouse on Saturday October 24th with her band.

Wallis’ new album “New Boots” is released 26th July on Rubyworks and features the single “To My Bones” which is out now. An upbeat, life-affirming anthem: “To My Bones” is already a likely contender for the feel-good hit of the summer.

Says Wallis: ‘I wrote that song after one amazing night I had with my friends, where I realised how much fun I have on this earth. I’m always kissing strangers, making friends with them. I love meeting people, getting them to step out of their skin – get them to do a limbo in a pub! So that’s in To My Bones - I wanted for a long time to write about how much enjoyment I get from my life”.

Tickets for Wallis' tour will go on sale next Friday July 31st at 9am.


Thursday July 23rd 2009

THE GIG CHILLUM

The dB and Roots Factory crews bring Limerick another all day reggae event in Dolans this Saturday July 25th from 2pm

The Gig Chillum will be taking over the outside and upstairs of Dolans from 2.00pm as the Roots Factory battle the dB crew in an all sound war followed by a full on audio -visual -dub encompasing experience that is Wiggle. Wiggle will be on stage at 8pm so don't be late!

Tickets on the day..€8!

Thursday July 23rd 2009

Brendan Keeley plays The Warehouse on Saturday August 29th

Brendan is back in Limerick with his new album "At Last". Brendan is one of Irelands most prolific singer / songwriters and his previous hits "Take The Chains Away", "I'll Always Be Lonely" and "Heart & Soul" are just some of the songs he will be performing at his Dolans gig.

For all you Brendan Keeley fans out there, this will definitely be a night to remember!

Tickets are €21 and are available now!


Monday May 18th 2009

Grzegorz Halama Oklasky @ Dolans on Sunday May 31st

Grzegorz Halama - one of the best Polish Comedians will perform with Jaroslaw Jaros in extraordinarily funny show called Grzegorz Halama Oklasky. The doors will open at 6:30pm and the show will start at 7pm.

Tickets are €16 and are available now!


Thurs April 16th 2009

The Minutes have confirmed as support to The Von Bondies on May 12th

Dublin trio The Minutes have gigged extensively in Ireland and the UK. Touring with the likes of Albert Hammond Jnr (The Strokes) and The Pigeon Detectives, and playing support to Fountains Of Wayne and Supergrass to name a few. The Minutes are currently working with renowned producer Gareth Mannix, whose previous production credits include Republic of Loose and Humanzi.
Up next to promote the release of their new single "Black Keys" is an Irish support tour to Detroit's The Von Bondies.

Check out The Minutes on Myspace


September 2008

THE BLIZZARDS play All-Ages show this November

The Blizzards return to Dolans on Sunday Nov 23rd to play their first ever All Ages gig in the Treaty city. Their catchy tunes have helped them reach huge popularity with the under 18s and they are delighted to finally have get the chance to play to their younger Limerick fans.

Doors will be at 5pm on the day with tickets costing €15. Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult. Downstairs will be an alcohol free zone.

Tickets for this gig are on sale from Dolans Pub & website as well as from Ticketmaster outlets nationwide.


September 2008

FRED return Upstairs this November!

Due to HUGE demand from the people of Limerick, Cork natives FRED are coming back to Dolan's this November!

With their spanking new album "Go God Go" shaking tacky all over the charts and their presence being requested at Pop festivals worldwide we are lucky to have secured a date with them on Thursday November 27th.

They WILLhave a VERY GOOD support act, they WILL have their CORK accents back and they WILL rock the JOINT

Tickets for this extra special gig (only €12!) go on sale from Dolans this Friday October 3rd at 10am..get yours early!


August 2008

American Wrestling Rampage Tour

Returns by popular demand to Limerick this October

One of the most popular sports show programmes returns to Ireland for the eagerly anticipated, American Wrestling Rampage this October.
Following the success of last years sell-out tour, the rampage returns with a stronger line-up of Ex-WWE superstars such as the legendary Bret The Hitman Hart , Gangrel, Scotty 2 Hotty Taylor, U-Gene , Tatanka and Joey Merqury Matthews, plus some of Irelands own superstar wrestlers.

The Halloween Revenge Tour is set to provide all wrestling fans of all ages with hard hitting stunts, over the-top characters and non-stop entertainment.
In addition, the talents of the hugely popular Mexican Mini Wrestlers will insure to be one of the Halloween Revenge Tours most memorable participants.

Don't miss your chance to be in the heart of the action at ring side!

Friday October 24th Sports Arena, University of Limerick.Tickets available from UCH Box office or from Ticketmaster


August 2008

Fight Like Apes Reschedule Date

Fight Like Apes have rescheduled some of the dates on their forthcoming tour, and will be returning to the UK as special guests of The Ting Tings on their imminent sold out national tour. Tickets already purchased are valid for the new date which is Monday 13th October.


Duke Special Confirms Dolans Date!

We are delighted to announce that the very talented Duke Special is returning to Dolans Warehouse on the 26th Nov after the release of his much anticipated new album 'I Thought This Day Would Never Come' on October 17th, 2008. Featuring 12 new tracks, including the forthcoming single Sweet Sweet Kisses, its a real treat for all fans! Get your ticket asap, they won't be around for long!


The Coronas, The Flaws & The Blizzards

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3 great Irish bands coming to Limerick this September / October 2008

With The Coronas (Warehouse) on Sept 28th, The Blizzards (Warehouse) on October 4th & The Flaws (Upstairs) on October 11th we are in for a very busy time down on the Dock Road!

Tickets for these shows are all available now from our website, Dolan's Pub & Ticketmaster outlets nationwide


Debut Limerick gig for Jubilee

Jubilee is a new rock n’ roll band from Los Angeles, California.

Made up of Aaron North - vocals, guitar (Nine Inch Nails, The Icarus Line), Michael Schuman - vocals, bass (QOTSA, Wires On Fire), Jeff Lynn - guitar, organ/keys (Wires On Fire) and Robi Gonzalez - drums (Rawbeats)

We are delighted to welcome them to The Warehouse on Tuesday September 30th 2008 for what promises to be one of our best ever gigs! More info will be forthcoming soon.


Moving Hearts hit Limerick this August

For the first time ever, Moving Hearts will play Dolan's Warehouse for 2 nights on August 5th & 6th 2008.

With a lineup of Donal Lunny, Davy Spillane, Eoghan O'Neill, Keith Donald, Noel Eccles, Anto Drennan, Graham Henderson, Liam Bradley
and special guest Mairtin O'Connor its going to be a night to remember!

Tickets for these shows priced €41 are on sale now from Dolan's Pub, our Gig Listings Page and from Ticketmaster outlets nationwide.


Tom Baxter date rescheduled

Due to illness, Tom Baxter was forced to cancel his seven date Irish Tour which was due to kick off on May 2nd at The National Stadium Dublin.

We are pleased to confirm that this tour has been rescheduled for June .All purchased tickets are valid for the rescheduled tour dates. He plays Limerick on Sunday June 22nd 2008.


Mary Black returns to Limerick this June

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With the release of her latest album "25 Years / 25 Songs" Mary plays an intimate show in the University Concert Hall with her band on Friday June 14th 2008.

Click here for more information and ticket booking


Some other news....

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From the boys at STRUTT who run monthly dance gigs here in Dolan's the big news is that they are happy to announce Ireland's only all day Techno festival this Summer!

A first for Ireland, TECHFEST will see some of the worlds leading pioneers of the techno scene join forces and come together with more of Irelands brightest for a one day event that will be a very welcome addition to Ireland’s pulsating electronic music scene and busy festival calendar. Already being quoted as Ireland's answer to “I Love Techno”, the line up says just that. Set in the agricultural surroundings of Offaly’s Thatch Venue in Rahan, Tullamore the event is certain to bring with it an industrial feel reminiscent of the very foundation on which techno has been laid. The venues open air space along with its large covered stage area plus four full bars as well as an array of great food available throughout the day, its certain to ensure the perfect setting for Irelands only all day Techno event this summer. This is the first of it's kind!

More info on this event and ticketing can be found here


Declan Does Dolan's!

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Following up on his sold out shows here at the end of 2007, Declan returns to The Warehouse with his band for one night only before he takes off down under for a small tour which coincides with the release of "Big Bad Beautiful World" in Oz .

Tickets for his Limerick show on Saturday April 5th 2008 are on sale from Dolan's and Ticketmaster now! Keep an eye on his MySpace for news.


Gemma Hayes confirms Dolan's date

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We are delighted to announce that Tipperary girl Gemma will be back in The Warehouse on Thursday April 24th 2008. With her brand new album recorded, mixed and mastered it shouldn't be too long before we have another masterpiece available to us in all good record shops. Her gig here will showcase her new songs as well as the greats from "The Roads Don't Love You"(2005) and "Night On My Side"(2002)

Tickets are on sale from Dolan's and Ticketmaste from Friday March 7th at 9am. Visit her MySpace for more details


Fight Like Apes

The Fearsome Foursome make their Warehouse debut here next month. Nominated for 2 Meteor Awards, its been a great start to 2008 for the band. Already firm Limerick favourites, expect their Warehouse gig to be the best yet!

Check them out for yourself here on Saturday March 22nd..we suggest you come armed...


Mark Geary drops in on April 22nd

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The wonderful Mr. Geary makes a welcome return to Dolans for the first time since his amazing show Upstairs here in May 2007. Armed with a brand new album "Opium" this gig promises to be one of those you talk about for years to come! Tickets are on sale now

Visit his MySpace for more details...


Jack is back!

The gorgeous Kildare crooner returns to Dolan's on Saturday March 15th with his band for another sure to be sellout gig. Jack had an amazing 2007 with appearances at Glastonbury and all over the U.S. under his belt.

Early 2008 saw Jack return to the studio to work on a brand new album and is taking a break to perform a small Irish tour in March. We are delighted to have him back in The Warehouse tonight.

Tickets are on sale now priced €24 from the Gig Listings Page. Check out Jack's website here


Tom Baxter returns to Dolan's on May 4th!

Yep..with Skybound currently occupying the #1 spot in the Irish Album Charts, we are proud to announce that Tom returns to Limerick for one night on Sunday May 4th. Tickets are 21 and are on sale from Wednesday Feb 6th at 10am. More lovely Tom-related info here


WSBD..Hope for 2008 at The Meteors?

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Good news folks. The Dead have just been nominated for a Meteor Award.
They are nominated in the best new bands category. The award is called the 'Hope For 2008' award

You can cast your votes here so get voting!


Jason Isbell (ex-Drive By Truckers) confirms for March 28th

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For the past six years, Isbell was one of three frontmen for the critically acclaimed Drive-By Truckers (DBT). He comes to Limerick for the first time on Friday March 28th touring his solo album "Sirens Of The Ditch"

Doors will be at 8pm and tickets are available now at €13 from Dolans and Ticketmaster

Visit his MySpace for more details...


BudRising Tour stops off in Dolan's this February

BudRising with The Last Splash Present Delorentos & Future Kings Of Spain live in Dolan's Warehouse for one night only as part of the Regional Bud Rising Feb 08 Tour. It's on here on Saturday February 16th..

Doors will be at 8pm and tickets are available now at €16 from Dolans and Ticketmaster

Visit BudRising or Todayfm for more details...


ELLIOT MINOR play Dolan's in 2008

Fresh from supporting McFly on a string of international dates, Elliot Minor come to Limerick on Friday February 15th next year. This is an All Ages Alcohol Free Gig so people of all ages are welcome!

Doors will be at 2pm and tickets are available now at €11


Laura Marling's Irish tour stops off in Dolan's this December

The folk pop singer songwriter has toured with a number of indie acts in the UK including Jamie T who personally invited her on tour with him last year when he saw her play only her second ever live gig. Laura has released two EP’s on Vinyl and appeared on The Rakes track Suspicious Eyes from their second album Ten New Messages.

This summer saw her play the 02 Wireless festival and she is currently touring with Devendra Banhart before her own headline tour of Ireland in December.

Laura plays a late show at Dolan's on Friday December 7th. Doors will be at 10:30 and she will be on stage at 11pm. Tickets are on sale now


Cathy Davey returns in December

Throughout October, Cathy played residencies in some of the countries best known venues including Upstairs @ Dolan's in support of her new album Tales of Silversleeve. The album was produced by Liam Howe of the Sneaker Pimps and the lead single from Reuben has received a host of airplay across radio stations nationwide. Cathy returns to The Warehouse for one night only on Tuesday December 11th.

Tickets are going on sale on Monday November 12th at 10am from this website, Ticketmaster and from Dolan's Pub.


American Music Club announce Irish Tour in January 2008

AMERICAN MUSIC CLUB , the San Francisco-based band whose poignantly dark, often desperately beautiful music garnered critical acclaim throughout the 80s and 90s, are playing Ireland! Their forty-ish date tour kicks off in Cork at the end of January and take in Limerick on January 31st, before covering several shows in Ireland and the UK, then a further eleven European countries from there. (Details of exactly where and when should appear on the band's web site pretty soon.).

The touring line-up features original members Mark Eitzel (vocals/guitar), Danny Pearson (bass), Tim Mooney (drums) and Vudi (guitar), along with new addition Marc Capelle (piano/trumpet).


Hot House Flowers are Limerick bound this Christmas..

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The Hot House Flowers return to Dolan's on Saturday December 15th this year for a special Christmas show. It's been a couple of years since we had them here. Some of you will have made the trek out to the Racecourse in Patrickswell last May where the crowd were left shouting for more after a 2 hour show!

The current lineup features Liam O Maonlaoi, Fiachna O Braonain, Dave Clarke and Kieran Kennedy. Tickets are on sale now


Four Men & A Dog launch brand new album at Dolan's

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Four Men & A Dog are Donal Murphy (Accordion), Gino Lupari (Vocals, Percussion), Gerry O’Connor (Banjo, Fiddle, Mandolin), Cathal Hayden (Fiddle, Banjo, Viola), Kevin Doherty (Vocals, Guitar)

In the five years since their last studio project Maybe Tonight, the boys have been whipping up a storm worldwide, bringing music to the masses through their energetic stage performances. And it’s with the same energy, verve and commitment that the five lads have approached this latest project, making' Wallop The Spot' a must have for all fans of the award-winning band.

They are launching the album here at Dolan's on Friday November 16th. With special guests on the night Liam Bradley on Drums/ Percussion & Jerry Cavanagh on Bass this is going to be a night to remember! Tickets are on sale now..


Ocean Colour Scene & Fun Lovin' Criminals confirmed for December

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Ocean Colour Scene return to Dolan's on Friday December 14th for the first time since May 2005 with a full lineup and a brand new album to showcase! Following their appearance at Kilkee's Cois Fharraige Festival in September the lads decided it was high time to return to Limerick for a more intimate gig here in Dolan's. It's going to be great! Tickets are on sale now from Dolan's website and will be on sale with Ticketmaster from Tuesday October 30th.

Fun Lovin' Criminals are playing Dolan's on Sunday December 2nd. This will be a first for Huey and the boys as they have never played Dolan's before. They also played Cois Fharraige in September and their set was reportedly the highlight of the weekend! Come see them here for yourselves.Tickets for their Dolan's gig are on sale now from this website and from Dolan's Pub.

It is advisable to book tickets for both these gigs early to avoid disappointment


The Magic Numbers & Biffy Clyro confirmed for December Dates in The Warehouse

The Magic Numbers roll into town on Monday December 10th for their first ever Limerick gig! Fresh from releasing their second album "Those The Brokes", the quartet can do no wrong. Following up their stint in the studio the band have spent the Summer touring with the Flaming Lips and Sonic Youth and giving British crowds at the V Festival and Eden Project an early glimpse of their remarkable new music. Don't miss your chance to see them live in the intimate surrounds of The Warehouse. Tickets go on sale on Monday October 15th at 9am from this website, Ticketmaster and from Dolan's Pub.

Biffy Clyro stop off here on Wednesday December 19th for another stormer of a gig. Anyone who was here last time around will testify that it was one of the best gigs we have ever had! They have just released their latest single "Machines" which is taken from their chart blasting album "Puzzle" to critical acclaim. The lads are currently busy playing support to Queens Of The Stone Age on their North American tour so we can expect them to be on top form after that! Tickets for their Dolan's gig go on sale on Monday October 15th at 9am from this website, Ticketmaster and from Dolan's Pub.


Alabama 3 confirmed for October 14th

They have been called, amongst other things, "the best live band in Britain." Their music has graced everything from The Sopranos to The Simpsons, and celebrity fans include Irvine Welsh and the world's biggest selling author, Stephen King.
They are undoubtedly the greatest American act the UK ever did produce, and their heady combination of techno and C&W, alongside a proclivity for rock 'n' roll decadence and an acute social conscience means that they are effectively a unique entity in modern music.

NEW SINGLE : LOCKDOWN out August 20th via Download

NEW ALBUM : M.O.R. out September 7th on One Little Indian

Tickets on Sale Friday 17th at 9am from the Dolan's Gig Listings Page and Dolan's Pub


Guitar Festival starts This Monday!

Well we are all very excited and looking forward to Monday here at Dolan's! It promises to be a fantastic 10 days of amazing guitar techniques / workshops and gigs from all different genres.

The Festival Organisers have announced some special day passes for those of you who can't make it to the full 2 weeks. The details are below and the passes can be purchased on the day or beforehand from Jay on 061207955.

1) Day Pass €95 - This allows you access to one full day of the Academy. It includes the morning session from 10am - 2pm where Guitar techniques and maintenance will be taught, the workshop with the day's artist from 3pm - 5pm and entrance to the artist's gig that night.

2) Workshop Pass €45 - This allows you to attend and take part in the afternoon workshop given by the visiting artist from 3pm-5pm. (Bring your guitar!)

3) Spectator Pass €20 - This allows you to attend the afternoon workshop as a spectator.

The full lineup again is as follows:

Monday 13th- Thomas Leeb,

Tuesday 14th - Stuart Ryan,

Wednesday 15th Tristan Seume,

Thursday 16th Donnacha Toomey,

Friday 17th Clive Barnes,

Monday 20th David Irwin,

Tuesday 21st Eoin Coughlan,

Wednesday 22nd Clive Carroll,

Thursday 23rd Michael O'Toole,

Friday 24th - Gordon Giltrap

Hope to see you there!


Tom Baxter confirmed for Dolan's

Just announced now the wonderful Tom Baxter returns to Dolan's Warehouse on Wednesday October 10th for one night only. Tickets are on sale now from Gig Listings Page.


The Aftermath to play Limerick Gig

Just announced this morning, the Mullingar based rockers are playing Upstairs at Dolan's on next Thursday July 26th as part of their nationwide tour to support their brand new single All I want for you is to be Happy. The single will be available in all good record stores from this Friday July 20th, but get a sneak preview from their Myspace page right now! With local support from Walter Mitty and The Realists it's gonna be a cracker of a gig! Tickets on sale from the Gig Listings Page now.


News on Tuesday July 3rd

The Blizzards in August

Dolan's are really excited (!) to announce that The Blizzards have confirmed a gig with us here as part of their nationwide tour this August! Having sold out their last 2 gigs with us here we are looking forward to another blistering high energy set from Bressie and the lads. They play The Warehouse on Friday August 31st. Tickets are on sale now from our Gig Listings page.


Paddy Casey Returns!

Dolan's are proud to welcome Paddy back to The Warehouse for one night only prior to the release of his eagerly awaited 3rd studio album. Recorded in LA, the album promises to be his finest yet so we are looking forward to getting a sneak preview of his new stuff on the night as well as hearing the old favourites we love so well! The gig is happening on Thursday August 9th. Tickets are now on sale and selling fast from our Gig Listings page so please book early to avoid disappointment!


Just confirmed for August - Lloyd Cole

(Of Lloyd Cole and The Commotions Fame) He will be here in The Warehouse on Wednesday August 22nd. Tickets are on sale now from the Gig Listings Page


And Confirmed for October - Jack L

The Athy man and his band return to The Warehouse on Friday October 12th for what will no doubt be another amazing live performance. Jack has been touring non stop since the release of his Momento Live DVD last October and we can't wait to have him back here! Tickets on sale now from the Gig Listings Page


Thursday May 24th

Dolan's, Future Sound and Vision and Cort Guitars are delighted to announce that this August 13th-24th, Limerick will host it's first ever Acoustic Guitar Festival, featuring artists such as Gordon Giltrap, Styuart Ryan and Clive Carroll. Ten artists over ten nights Monday to Friday inclusive over 2 weeks.
Tickets for the gigs can be purchased from Dolan's Website.
An All In One Gig Pass (which will get you into all 10 gigs over the 2 weeks) can be purchased from Dolan's website and will cost €135.
In conjunction with the festival, an Acoustic Academy will take place daily here in Dolan's. Each morning Acoustic Instrumental lessons will be given followed by a workshop each afternoon with the visiting artist. All enquiries on the Academy to Jay at Future Sound & Vision, William St. Limerick. 061 207955


Friday May 18th

Sharon Shannon and The Big Band confirmed for Saturday August 25th. Tickets are on sale now and cost €31

Last July Sharon Shannon and her big band came to Dolan's and recorded two fantastic shows for a DVD which was released last October. Now you have the chance to catch them back in Dolan's again for the Ultimate Session - this time to celebrate her 'Live at Dolan's' DVD going 4 times Platinum !!!
The band will be made up of Gerry O’Connor, Jack Maher, James Delaney, Jim Murray, Richie Buckley, Jason Duffy and Paul O'Driscoll. The show will be their final performance of the summer following on from top summer festivals in Ireland, UK, France, Spain and Portugal. The music will meld traditional, world, roots reggae, bluegrass, country with blues soul and gospel in a very unique high octane approach that will leave no-one capable of stopping their feet from stomping !


**Kasabian Pics now up in Gallery.

If you have any more great pictures of the night and would like them to be seen by Dolan's fabs worldwide (!) please send to info[at]dolanspub.com and we will put them up for you


Thursday April 26th

Dolans Warehouse in association with MCD are pleased to announce that
KASABIAN


have picked Dolans as their warmup gig for the sold-out Dublin Castle show next weekend!!!
They play the Warehouse on Friday May 4th Doors 8pm

Tics are sold out

Wednesday April 25th

Damo is back!

The Darling of Donaghmede stops by on Thursday June 7th for another night of pure class at The Warehouse. Promoting his new album "To Hell or To Barbados", expect some brand new songs thrown in with the old favourites. Tickets are €21 and are going on sale from our Gig Listings Page on Friday April 27th. Get yours quick!

 

 

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