A romance writer’s dream come true
By Michael McDonagh
For nearly thirty years, Ann O’Loughlin, from Ennis in County Clare, has been a leading journalist in Ireland, covering all...
Crime writing to die for
Summer is usually the time many of us treat ourselves to airport blockbusters or thrillers.
Some of the world’s biggest murder mystery and crime...
‘The Sri Lankan bombings won’t stop me returning for my fans there’
Mary Duff regularly tours the world with Daniel O’Donnell always delighting audiences with her beautiful voice and her self-effacing humour.
Mary has just released...
Country’s (smallest) new star
Michael McDonagh talks to Ireland’s bright young teenage country and Irish star Owen Mac.
IW: You started your music career very young but...
Remembering a controversial 1916 Rising drama shown on the BBC
Lance Pettitt, Associate Research Fellow, Birkbeck College, London, explores the impact of a TV drama about the Easter Rising on viewers in England in...
‘What’s On’ guide for May, with Willie Moone
Fill up your event diaries with Willie Moone’s entertainment listings – from necessary art and culture to local community events.
Arts & Culture
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Chucky ár lá
Chuck Owens has enjoyed an Irish country music career spanning 43 years. He spoke to Michael McDonagh about longevity and working with the greats....
Jimmy’s Cousin: ‘Heartbreak made me pick up the guitar again’
By Michael McDonagh
Recently an exceptionally good record entitled Waxwings came into the Irish World office.
It has a lovely big band sound and...
Life After Dolores
The Cranberries are an Irish rock band formed in Limerick in 1989 by lead singer Niall Quinn, guitarist Noel Hogan, bassist Mike Hogan, and...
‘What’s On’ guide for April, with Willie Moone
Fill up your event diaries with Willie Moone’s entertainment listings – from necessary art and culture to local community events.
ARTS AND CULTURE:
- Deirdre...