THE Balor, Ballybofey has announced the line-up for this month’s Ghostlight Sessions with The Savage Hearts – headed up by former Strypes drummer Evan Walsh – set to headline.
Now in its 9th year The Ghostlight Sessions is one of the country’s longest running established original emerging music nights. Each night features three 30 minute sets performed by some of Ireland’s best new musical talent.
Joining The Savage Hearts on the bill for May’s Ghostlight Sessions are indie-pop duo The Hopeful Kind and Ballybofey singersongwriter Patrick McMenamin.
The Savage Hearts have spent significant time at an undisclosed location collaborating in secret to put together a setlist of wild and unhinged rock ‘n’ roll songs that are sure to thrill.
Since forming in 2022 The Savage Hearts have made appearances at festivals such as Electric Picnic (headlining the Jerry Fish Electric Sideshow), Kaleidoscope and Cavan Arts Festival. The band have also played several prestigious venues across the Irish gigging scene including a celebrated performance with The Boomtown Rats in July 2023.
The Hopeful Kind are a Donegal based indie pop duo comprising of vocalistsongwriters Cara Ward and Ruth Teeling.
The duo’s debut single Wherever You Go was released in February 2024 receiving local and national radio play. Their latest single Close To You secured them a place as finalists in Hot Press’ A New Local Hero competition.
Patrick McMenamin, a seasoned performer from Ballybofey, combines soulful vocals, honest songwriting, and expressive guitar work to create a sound that’s both raw and heartfelt. After years of playing live and refining his craft, he’s now ready to release his original music to the world. He is currently working on his debut EP, set for release later this year.
The Ghostlight Sessions takes place on Thursday, May 22 at 8pm in The Balor Arts Centre, Ballybofey. Tickets priced €15 are on sale now available from The Balor Box Office on 0749131840 or online at www.balorartscentre.com.
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