The Hot Sprockets
NPLD favorites The Hot Sprockets are an awesome live rock'n'roll band and make a welcome return to the Dome again this year. Describing themselves as the kind of Rock N’ Roll music that is haunted by the ghost of country and blues…....................... get yo stetsons primed and ready to boogie
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Blind Yackety
Blind Yackety bring to the stage all the energy you'd expect from a nine piece band and then some. Here's a band that's a real mixed bag, but its a bag mixed just perfect. Soulful, Edgey, Funky and Cool.. One of the highlights of NPLD 2011, do not miss these guys in 2012
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The Raglans
Raglans are a dublin 4 piece on the up, their brand of indie folk pop is infectious and always a hit with the crowd. NPLD highly reccomends this band.. Check it..
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The Jahm Band
These guys are so good we have them playing our launch party aswell, we just cant get enough!
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The Amazing Few
I can't think of a band that fit the NPLD ethos better than The Amazing Few. In their own words 'We encourage our psycoPOP disciples to get buzzing, interacting, celebrating the imagination, smiling, dancing and letting go.' That says it all, and they're BRILLIANT!
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New Secret Weapon
Because of New Secret Weapon’s punchy ballsy sound, they have been often described as a meat and potatoes alt/prog three piece. They're deadly, we love ‘em, so will you.
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Oddsocks Revival
Oddsocks Revival are a hardworking four piece funk-rock and blues band in their mid 20’s. These Dublin based Sligo musicians have been touring Ireland relentlessly since 2009, putting a unique and modern edge on to a classic 70’s rock/funk style. Their use of unusual four part vocal harmonies and four lead vocalists sets them apart, while songs that incorporate soulful yet cheeky hip-hop influenced hooks to a funked out classic rock sound is their niche.
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The Bambir
Currently based in Dublin and hailing from Armenia, the Bambir have gathered their childhood appreciation for hard rock and traditional Armenian music and poetry, pulsing beats and whirling trances, ancient tales and pagan wails and pumped it into their own unique sound. Bring it on!
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Inishowen Gospel Choir
Yes, you're right! This year we have a full 30-member choir from Co. Donegal to play at NPLD. Get ready for this perfect uplifting music which is sure to put a smile on your face.
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David De Valera
With releases signed to compilations like ‘The best of Monza @ Space, Ibiza, 2010′ ‘Toolroom Knights’ and Soulman music. His music gets support from Nic Fanciulli, Richie Hawtin, Marco Carola, Paco Osuna and more aswell as having played support to acts from Adam Beyer, Stimming, Pirupa, Tiefschwarz, LEON and the list goes on , miss him at your peril.....
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Cold Comfort
Cold Comfort have been together for just over a year and have gathered a dedicated cult following in that time. Their music has been described as “a cocktail of blues, rock & roll and country" but they go beyond these genres to create a funky, foot-stomping, eclectic sound.
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Swords
Swords are a 3 piece electro outfit who've been making a great name for themselves on the live circuit recently. Their debut release Black Balloon is a great choice if you want to get your foot tapping!
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Superfly
You want FUNK, we got SUPERFLY, the funkiest set of mo'fo's on this island.. Making a very welcome return to NPLD we're in for a party with this lot about.
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Sounds Of System Breakdown
We are delighted to have Sounds Of System Breakdown on the bill again this year. This electro outfit have been blowing audiences away for the past while and when you hear them being compared to bands like LCD Sound System and Hot Chip you know they’re going to be great!
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Ross Breen
Here’s what Jack Hayden from Hot Press had to say “…one of the most accomplished albums to invade my space in a long time. – 4.5/5″. Now, there you go.
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Elk
Elk gave a description of themselves by saying ‘we make dinosaur noises’. Don’t believe them, they are so much better than that. Another band so good we had to have them at our launch.
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Wicker Bones
Firm favorites Wicker Bones are once again adding a little “girrrrrrup” to No Place Like Dome. With a mix of traditional and original Irish folk songs the lads deliver them with such force that there is no question this group have something special.
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The Barley Mob
The Barley Mob sing reggae tunes around the social and political issues of our times in an honest and believable fashion. Front man Adam Daly has no shortage of the charisma and stage presence required to front this tight group and the uplifting vibe that surrounds these lads is sure to get the crowd going.
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This Side Up
Sligo Hip-Hopers This Side Up now infamous for “that video” filmed at NPLD 2011 and edited perfectly to capture a vibe and spirit unrivalled in Ireland. For any of you out there who think there might be something suspect about a hip-hop band from Sligo come along and check these guys out, guaranteed your in for a surprise.. These guys are unreal..
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Jack and the Band
Their influences include Creedence Clearwater Revival, Etta James, Queen, The Band and the three piece also credit themselves as having a strong Motown influence, put together this mixed barrel of sounds turns into their own very gritty but pretty little package.
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Rhiannon and the face collectors
Live this band are not to be missed. Front women Rhiannon grabs the audiances attention and doesnt let it go until the show is over. Really strong songs , powerfully delivered means you do not want to miss these guys at NPLD 2012
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The Fritzfrenic
The Fitzafrenic are a great good time band. They played a stormer at this years launch party and we just know your going to love them.
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James Guilmartin
James Guilmartin is a musician who has played extensively on the irish music scene. Gigging at every available opportunity James absorbed himself into the experiences he encountered honing his technical skills and deepening his understanding of music.
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Nature Studies
Nature Studies is a project of Belfast musician and producer Dan Bardon. Influenced by The Cure, Orbital, Christy Moore, Mark Cullen it is sure to go down well with the Dome faithful.
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MoFoHoBo
'MoFoHoBo resident SquareOne will be bringing his big bass sound to the Bunker again this year. SquareOne has been pushing the parameters of Dubstep in Dublin for over 2 years now and is gigging regularly at clubs and festivals in Ireland this summer
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DJ Her
A long standing resident in Dublin's finest underground club the Pygmalion, DJ HER stamps her own explosive brand of electro infused ghetto tech, ass shakin', ear drum breakin', big booty takin' and hip hop lovin' beats on every club she plays. You can also catch DJ HER's radio show on RTE Pulse called "Turn it Up!" Put on your best bass face and come join HER, you'll leave smiling and sweaty!
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The Stoney Brokes
The Stoney Brokes are a life force of 5 like-minded friends with a passion for making a unique style of music. Coming from influences such as The Beatles, Fleetwood Mac and other bright sounds of the 60’s and 70’s along with some darker undertones they are known for their energetic live shows and catchy songs.
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The Rye
These guys are infectious and with their blend of country/folk/rock their energy is boundless and the crowd loves them. A definite highlight for this years festival.
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John Byrne
Last year a very hung over John Byrne had the Sunday afternoon audience eating out of his hand as he switched effortlessly from singing his beautifully crafted ballads to splitting our sides with his tales of relationships, sibling rivalries and hedonistic partying. Here's a man at ease on stage who forges a relationship with his audience leaving them dying for more.
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Fox E. and the Good Hands
Bringing you Funk, Soul and Rap in a tasty sexy bundle - Your wicked side will love it!
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Johnny McGlinn
Beautiful vocals and really great tunes. A great man to sit back on a sunny day in a field in Sligo and listen to.
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Pete And The Purehearts
Peter Pureheart is no stranger to the Dublin music scene and his Dimestore nights in Sweeney's Mongral every Thursday are always jam packed with quality music. If Pete and the Purehearts are half as good as his solo stuff we're in for a cracker.
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Mike Kelly
Berlin based house and techno DJ/producer. First EP due out this Autumn. Held a residency in Pod/Tripod for 5 years. Runs We Love House in his hometown Westport.
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Rufus Coates and the Blackened Trees
With influences from Skip James and Blind Willie Johnson to Nick Cave, Nick Drake and Tom Waits we are really looking forward to Rufas Coates and the Blackened Trees’ rootsy and authentic mix of old style folk and blues.
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Sive
Be sure to catch this exciting 4 piece with Sadhbh O’Sullivan as the singer/songwriter
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Sally Foran
Sally Cinnamon has been spinning the Dublin club and festival circuit into a frenzy for close to ten years now. Following a 3 year residency at RíRa and two years in Tripod you can mainly find her amidst the flags and frolics of Ireland's favourite festivals. Her eclectic and dynamic mixture of laid back soul and exciting modern electronica always leaves you wanting more.
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Twin Headed Wolf
Twin Headed Wolf are twin sisters Julie and Branwen who have have collaberated to form a wildly wonderful, creepy, lyrical, twin-edged, harmony ridden, circus inspired, folk type music.
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Arman Giorgio
Arman Giorgio has two turntables, one mixer, and way too many pairs of shoes....
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The Hassle Merchants
The Hassle Merchants are an alternative punk band from Dublin. A great live act which will have us all hoping around the place.
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The Viking Project
The Viking Project are a Dublin based Dirty Folk Rock band and after a year of playing many of the venues around town we can’t wait to bring their earthy, foot-stompin' mix to our field in June.
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The Spook of the Thirteenth Lock
The Spook are another perfect act for the courtyard, where they will be treating us to their Irish folk tradition and delving into the realms of psych, prog and post rock.
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The Eskies
The Eskies bring their unique brand of contemporary country-folk and swaggering stage spectacle to NPLD. Make sure you check them out.
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Alan Keane
DJ & producer hailing from Dublin. Alans biggest influences are Edit Select, OCP, Mike Dehnert, Steve Rachmad, Skudge, Duijn & Douglas, Ron Trent, Chez Damier, Anton Zap and Vakula. Over the last few years he has played for some of Irelands biggest club nights and festivals including Trainwreck, BigFoot, Breakfast Club, Allegro, Mongo, Life Festival, Barn Dance and No Place Like Dome.
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Andy Earley
Dublin Singer/Songwriter Andy Earley make a welcome return to NPLD 2011. There's a great story telling in the way Andy gets his song out to the audience and you really feel that this guy believes in what he sings.
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Bob Glynn
Bob Glynn captures his audience from the opening. Taking to the stage with his guitar and kick drum his style and songs would remind you somewhat of a young Xavier Rudd... and he’s very handsome!!
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Pocket Venus
Pocket Venus are a rock band from Conwy in North Wales. The band formed in 1998 and toured the UK extensively, hailed as the one of the best unsigned bands of their time they achieved critical acclaim both in the UK and abroad.
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Dj Stop.
DJ Stop. has been DJing for about 17 years. He play everything from Dub to Drum & Bass but is known for Funk and Hip Hop mostly. Stop. is a vinyl addict and strictly plays vinyl only sets. Stop. has a weekly show on Play FM Dublin every Thursday at 2-4pm.
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White Noise (Human Beatbox)
Its pretty unbelievable that all this sound comes from one man. Very very impressive
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Al Murphy & Ian Mac Q
Everything from house to funk to disco to garage and back again, influences include, Prince, John Daly, Kerri Chandler, Floating Points, Moodymann, Funkineven, Rick James and Cajmere.
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Wyvern Lingo
Wyvern Lingo are a 3 piece acoustic band who's charm and feel good vibe are exactly what we want for NPLD. These girls play together so well and are sure to be a hit down in Sligo.
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G Star
‘’I play in a band, love writing songs, getting wrecked, gettin naked and havin a session!’’.. His words not ours. You're always in for a great time when G Stars on stage.
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Sons of Gingerbread
Sons Of Gingerbread have always been a powerful blues/rock machine and now with the addition of a few extra members things can only get better and we're delighted to have got these guys on the line-up.
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The Bog Frogs
Gypsy Jazz quartet, formed 2011. House Band at The Bog Cottage at Electric Picnic and Body and Soul Festival. Among house bands at The Underground Piano Stage at Glastonbury. They really are very good
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Arrow in the Sky
Their sound live can be likened to other harmony laden, song driven artists such as CSN and Simon & Garfunkel or more contemporary artists such as My Morning Jacket, Fleet Foxes and Bowerbirds. This is some great folk music.
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Sunshine Oneill And His Rock'N'Roll Lovefest
NPLD just wouldn't be the same without the return of the Fury Cup cafe and the Fury Cup just wouldn't be the same without the return of Sunshine O'neill to rock the place. One things for sure, this guy knows a great tune when he hears one!
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Gypsy Rebel Rabble
Guaranteed to get ya footstompingly down and dirty with their eclectic mix of Rockahillbilly Good Time Shuffles, Gypsy Rebel Rabble promise to have you young bucks out there having a hootenanny even Jools Holland would be proud of.
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Sarah Red
Sarah Red is an alternative singer, songwriter and musician. Once the lead singer of Dublin band 'howl'/'Elastic Affair', and briefly a vocalist in Jazz outfit 'Tongue Bundle', Sarah has returned to performing solo and is currently writing her debut album...
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The Quicksand Band
Great songs and a beautiful tone in the lead vocal from Justin. We’re looking to hearing these guys do what they do best this year.
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Fling
Fling bring their take on 'world' music, that has twangs of bluegrass, Irish trad and good ol' rock and roll to the Courtyard.
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King Modo
Really won us over at the recent Seshtival gig down in Newbridge and we we’re delighted to ask them to join the bill for this years carry on.
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Loyal Cuckoo
Full of energy and good vibes Loyal Cuckoo will definitely get you shaking your asses.
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