Loads on for music lovers at Dundalk's Toales Live Venue

Here's what's going on in Toales Live Venue this week.

Thursday 19th February - Fireside Sessions presents The Dundalk Dolls + Sirens - Starts 9pm - Free admission

The Fireside Sessions continue as one of Dundalk’s most dependable platforms for original music, stripping performances back to their essentials, placing the emphasis firmly on songwriting, musicianship and genuine audience connection.

Previous editions have consistently highlighted the strength of original music coming out of Dundalk, and this night continues that tradition.In just two years,

The Dundalk Dolls have built an impressive résumé, releasing a run of critically acclaimed singles and a debut album that reveals a confidently evolving sound.

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Their blend of superbly crafted songs, soaring harmonies and heartfelt lyrics has earned them a devoted following locally and across Ireland, with their live performances striking a balance between polish and raw energy that suits the Fireside Sessions format perfectly.

Support on the night comes from new local act Sirens.

As previous Fireside Sessions have shown, there remains a strong appetite in Dundalk for original music presented without distraction.

With free entry, a 9pm start and a clear focus on original songwriting, this promises another focused, engaging night at the heart of the town’s live music scene.

Friday 20th February – Joshua King + Adam O'Hanlon - Doors open 8pm - Free admission

Toales favourite Joshua King headlines on the main stage with support from Adam O’Hanlon.

Doors open at 8pm and with free admission,it's an ideal chance to catch two distinctive Irish songwriters in an intimate setting.
Joshua King is a young artist from Dundalk who’s quickly beginning to make his mark.

His sound is shaped by the music that filled his early years—artists like Van Morrison and James Taylor—while also drawing energy from local influences such as David Keenan and Jinx Lennon.

That blend gives his songwriting a grounded, soulful tone enriched by the modern artists he continues to absorb and learn from.

Onstage, he brings an easy confidence, pairing honest lyrics with melodies that feel both familiar and new.

Supporting on the night comes from young Dundalk singer/songwriter Adam O’Hanlon.

With no cover charge and doors from 8pm, Friday 20 February shapes up as another strong addition to Dundalk’s live music calendar.

Saturday 21st February - Delush + MindGroan + Sean P Gilsenan - Doors 8pm - Admission €10

One of Ireland’s fastest-rising indie rock bands, Delush, bring their high-energy live show to Toales this Saturday, February 21, topping a strong bill that also features Sean P Gilsenan and a third act to be announced.

Delush are a four-piece indie rock band from Tallaght, Dublin who have moved quickly since bursting onto the scene in September 2024 with a high-profile support slot for Aslan at The Academy in Dublin.

Since then, the band have made their mark on some of Ireland’s most respected live music stages, including Whelan’s, The Grand Social, The Workman’s Club, Róisín Dubh, Sea Church Ballycotton and the Works Festival, alongside shows in Newcastle and London.

Formed by frontman Scott Leigh and guitarist Sean Corcoran, who began writing and performing together at the age of 15, the band found its full identity with the addition of drummer Keeghan and bassist Aaron.

The completed line-up has delivered a refined, distinctive sound and an exciting live presence that continues to attract growing attention.

Main support comes from Mindgroan, a three-piece grunge band from Drogheda who are making serious noise fast.

Their debut EP Ripple, released in January 2026, picked up immediate traction, landing coverage from international music magazines and local DIY zines within its first month.

Already leaving a mark locally, Mindgroan are hungry for new stages and new ears — and confident their raw, emotionally charged sound connects wherever it’s heard.

Opening the night is Sean P Gilsenan, whose engaging performances and thoughtful songwriting have earned him a strong reputation on the live circuit.

With Delush arriving in Dundalk in the midst of a rapid rise, this show at Toales looks set to be a standout night for fans of contemporary Irish indie rock. Doors open at 8pm.