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Everything you need to know about Toales gigs in Dundalk this weekend

The beloved Fireside Sessions takes over Toales every Friday and Saturday this January

Everything you need to know about Toales gigs in Dundalk this weekend

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16 Jan 2025 8:30 PM

Here's what's happening in Toales this weekend...
Friday, January 21: Fireside Sessions present ACOUSTIC JANUARY featuring CLARA BYRNE and MARK DURNIN, show starts 9.30pm with FREE admission.
The beloved Fireside Sessions, known for bringing the best original acts to a cozy, intimate setting inside the bar, takes over Toales every Friday and Saturday this January, with free entry to outstanding performances from top local acoustic talent.

Clara Byrne, a songwriting graduate from BIMM Dublin, has wowed audiences across Ireland, Berlin, and San Francisco with her stunning voice and gripping songs. She’s shared the stage with Irish icons like Wallis Bird, Mick Pyro, Cathy Davey, and Neil Hannon.
Described by Get In Her Ears as offering “poignant reflections on life under capitalism” with “sincere lyrics and rich vocals,” Clara draws inspiration from the world while seeking refuge in her music, beautifully showcased on her album "Handstitched" which will be available on the night.

Mark Durnin, a singer-songwriter from Dundalk, blends poetic lyrics with sweet, subtle melodies. Influenced by legends like Jeff Buckley, Ryan Adams, and Eddie Vedder, Mark’s genre-defying style spans folk rock, soul, and more. The Dundalk Leader hails him as “an exceptionally talented artist” whose music “engulfs the senses.”

Show starts around 9.30pm and admission, as always, is FREE.
Saturday, January 22nd: Fireside Sessions present ACOUSTIC JANUARY featuring BEDSIDE COMMUNITY and Mr Anderson and Fod.
Show starts 9.30pm the admission is FREE!!
Another Fireside Sessions Acoustic Club night, showcasing the finest original music in an intimate, cozy setting, with free admission to exceptional performances by the best in local acoustic talent and this Saturday, Fireside favorite Bedside Community returns to Toales.
The brainchild of multi-instrumentalist Roberto Tamburrini, Bedside Community delivers a moody, melancholic indie rock sound shaped by folk, post-punk, grunge, shoegaze, and early 2000s indie. With raw, honest lyrics tackling mental health, grief, addiction, and modern struggles, this is indie rock with heart and depth.

Support on the night comes from Mr Anderson, the solo project of Gakk bassist and Podracer/Sluggers3 frontman Alan Anderson, with a VERY rare, lo-fi solo performance of originals and covers.

Also on the bill, the gentle electro-indie singer/songwriter Fod.

Show starts at around 9.30pm with admission as always a wallet-friendly FREE!!

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