Music-lovers are in for a treat with something for everyone at Toales Live Venue in Dundalk

There is loads of live music in Toales Venue in Dundalk again this week.

Thursday 27th November - Fireside Sessions presents Joshua King plus Peter Rafter – Free admission - Starts 9pm.

Fireside Sessions returns toToales, Dundalk on Thursday 27th November, offering another evening of intimate, honest live music in one of the town’s most welcoming spaces.

This edition features Joshua King, with support from Peter Rafter, and the music kicks off at 9pm. As always, admission is free.
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.

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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.

Support comes from Dundalk’s own Peter Rafter, who sets the tone for the night with a thoughtful acoustic set built around his curated collection of blues covers.

His warm delivery and relaxed style give these songs a fresh edge, offering a comfortable, inviting start to the evening.

Together, Joshua King and Peter Rafter promise a night that celebrates great songwriting, local talent, and the spirit of the Fireside Sessions.

If you’re near Dundalk on Thursday 27th November, drop into Toales for 9PM. No tickets, no barriers—just quality music waiting to be heard.

Friday 28th November – Stoat + The Dundalk Dolls + Alice Robinson - Admission €10 - Doors 8pm.

Toales Live Venue celebrates the eclectic, the melodic, the joyfully unpredictable and most importantly the original — featuring Stoat, The Dundalk Dolls, and Alice Robinson.

Headlining the night are Veteran Irish act Stoat, one of Ireland’s most inventive and entertaining live bands.

Known for their genre-blending sound that fuses indie-pop with hints of ska, sea shanty, and rock, Stoat deliver a show that’s as funny as it is musically sharp.

Expect witty lyrics, infectious hooks, and the kind of foot-stomping energy that’s made them a cult favourite for fans of They Might Be Giants and XTC.

In just two years, The Dundalk Dolls have carved out an impressive path, releasing a series of critically acclaimed singles and a debut album that showcase their evolving sound.

With expertly crafted songs, soaring harmonies, and heartfelt lyrics, they’ve won a devoted following both in Dundalk and across Ireland.

Opening the night is Alice Robinson, a Louth-based alternative singer-songwriter whose music is full of overwhelming, stirring emotion.

Flowing with twinkling hooks and soaring, cinematic vocals, Alice and her band are driven by a subtle, haunting power and a grandiose, ethereal aura.

Unapologetically authentic and laced with dark humour, her performances drift from tender melodic lines to dissonant cries of suppression and resistance, captivating audiences from first whisper to final surrender.

This night promises to be an unforgettable evening of original music — a showcase of Ireland’s vibrant independent scene in Toales Live Venue, where creativity, energy, and individuality take centre stage.

Lapdog debut single launch + Selenite + Cornerman - Toales, Dundalk - Saturday 29 November - Doors 8pm- Admission €8.

Toales fires up for a special night of original music on Saturday 29th November, as Lapdog, Selenite, and Cornerman take over the stage for a triple-bill built on energy, grit, and strong local talent.

Doors open at 8pm, and with entry at only €8, it’s a packed Saturday night at a price that’s hard to argue with.

This show marks a milestone for Lapdog, who headline the night with the launch of their debut single.

Known for carving out a dark, driven corner of the alt-rock landscape, they deliver a sound that blends sharp dynamics with an intensity that builds fast in a live room.

Expect a set that’s charged, atmospheric, and fully geared toward celebrating this new release.

Joining them is Selenite, a five-piece Dublin act whose blend of indie and full-on rock elements gives their sound a haunting pull—soft edges one moment, cutting clarity the next.

It’s the kind of atmosphere that lingers long after the last note fades.

Completing the lineup is Cornerman, an act rooted in raw, honest songwriting.

His infectious hooks, warm presence, and gritty delivery add a welcome edge to the night. Cornerman’s set promises a firm sense of storytelling, rounding out a bill that covers a lot of musical ground.

With Lapdog celebrating their debut single and two strong acts alongside them, this is set to be one of Toales’ standout nights of the season.

If you’re anywhere near Dundalk on Saturday 29th November, doors open at 8pm. Three acts, one launch night, and all for €8—a solid reason to step inside.