Budding musicians urged to enter ‘Sligo's Got Music' competition
The project aims to showcase the Northwest's wide range of musical talent. The project is being coordinated by Ballygawley Music Festival who have partnered with Ocean FM and is supported under the Creative Ireland Programme.
Six finalists/songs will be chosen from the entries to sing live on Ocean FM over June.
The winner will receive a full day recording day at Blue Room Studio in North Sligo and will sing at Ballygawley Music Festival in July. The winner will be announced on Ocean FM on July 11th.
Speaking at the launch, Thomas Walsh from Ballygawley Music Festival said:, ''We are really excited about this project. We are eager to give a space to up and coming artists and to showcase the vast musical talent that we have across this region.
Patricia Keane, Acting Creative Ireland Coordinator said, 'Sligo County Council are pleased to support Sligo's Got Music through the Creative Ireland Programme. Sligo's Got Music allows artists an opportunity to develop their creativity by composing original compositions or interpreting previous recordings. The initiative is a wonderful opportunity for everyone in the community to experience local artists performing live music'.
Mark Halton, Creative Director Ocean FM, said, ' We are delighted to be involved in this great initiative with Ballygawley Music Festival. Ocean FM has always prided itself on supporting both local and Irish artists. Over the past few years, we have worked closely with IBI, Hot Press and Coimisiún na Meán to help promote Irish artists via the Irish Music Months 'New Local Hero' that has seen local artists such as Paddy Keyes receive national acclaim'.
Entries must be submitted to ballygawleymusicfestival@yahoo.com in *wav or *mp3 format. Entries open on May 1st and close on the 6th of June.
For more information visit www.oceanfm.ie.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
The Irish Sun
31 minutes ago
- The Irish Sun
‘Lemon satin trousers are having a moment' cries Dunnes Stores fan – and they're ‘super comfy' on bellies
DUNNES Stores fans are set to love the new satin pants in stores in the colour of the season. Rosie Kirk, who posts under the handle 3 The new Savida Bailey satin lemon drawstring pants are just €30 Credit: 3 They can be paired with the matching top Credit: With over 2,000 views on the video, it was a hit with her 15.6k followers. Rosie told "So it looks like Dunnes is quietly making its way Stateside!" The stunning new trousers come in sizes 8 to 16 and have an elasticated waist- perfect for plus sized shoppers. READ MORE IN FABULOUS Get an effortlessly chic look with kitten heels and a white blouse when styled with this latest bargain buy. Or better yet pair the pants with the matching Savida cami in the colour of the season. For just €20, the sleek top comes in sizes XXS to XXL. Both items are available online and in stores across the country. Most read in Fabulous Meanwhile, another influencer told fans "run to Dunnes" over the newest 'Run to Dunnes', says fashion fan over must-have summer co-ord perfect for 'day-to-night' Julie Byrnes Hughes, who posts under on Instagram, shared the gorgeous matching co-ord set. She flaunted the stunning Savida Bailey Satin Lemon Drawstring & Lace Suit set for just €50. Both items are sold separately with the top costing €20 and the matching pants are €30. The top is available in sizes XXS to XXL, while the trousers come in sizes 6 to 18. Pair these new outfits with the new luxury The Irish retailer has launched its own version of the YSL slingback babylone flats. Save €875 this summer with the new ballerina slingback flat shoes from Dunnes Stores. Choose from white, black or a fun leopard pattern to add some flair to your fit. 3 Many fashion fans are loving the latest finds in stores Credit: Garrett White THE HISTORY OF DUNNES STORES DUNNES Stores opened its first store on Patrick Street in Cork in 1944 - and it was an instant hit. Shoppers from all over the city rushed to the store to snap up quality clothing at pre-war prices in Ireland's first 'shopping frenzy'. During the excitement, a window was forced in and the police had to be called to help control the crowds hoping to bag founder Ben Dunne's 'Better Value' bargains. Dunnes later opened more stores in the 1950s and began to sell groceries in 1960 - starting with apples and oranges. The retailer said: "Fruit was expensive at the time and Ben Dunne yet again offered Better Value than anyone else in town. "Over time, our food selection has grown and that spirit of good value has remained strong. "Now we offer a wide range of carefully-sourced foods from both local Irish suppliers and overseas." The retailer's first Dublin store opened its doors in 1957 on Henry Street and a super store on South Great Georges Street was unveiled in 1960. They added: "In 1971, our first Northern Irish store opened, and many others soon followed. "Expansion continued in the 1980s in Spain, and later into Scotland and England." Dunnes now has 142 stores and employs 15,000 people.
Irish Post
an hour ago
- Irish Post
Limerick rugby star Conor Phillips one of two Irish contestants as Love Island returns
TWO Irish contestants are set to compete in the latest edition of Love Island, which returns to our screens this month. Limerick rugby star Conor Phillips is among the line-up for the show, which kicks off next week. Limerick rugby star Conor Phillips The sportsman was a last-minute addition to the series, replacing Kyle Ashman who left the show last month. Phillips, 25, said he's looking for "someone who is really sure of themselves, ambitious, a bit of a go-getter and good craic' while on the show. 'I like dark eyes and I don't mind a dominant woman,' he added. 'I like someone to be independent and do their own thing and then we come together and do our thing,' he explained. Also in the villa is Dubliner Megan Forte-Clarke, who is a musical theatre performer and an energy broker. Megan Forte-Clarke hails from Dublin but lives in Brighton The 24-year-old, who now lives in Brighton, said she is after 'someone who doesn't take themselves too seriously and has a sense of humour'. She added: 'If they're not bad looking, that's always a plus. 'I love a boy that's a bit pasty, like Timothée Chalamet. I don't mind scrawny, or a bit of a 'dad bod'.' Love Island returns on June 9 Love Island returns on ITV2 and ITVX on June 9. See More: Conor Phillips, Dublin Megan Forte-Clarke, Limerick, Love Island
Dublin Live
an hour ago
- Dublin Live
Irish sports star joins Love Island 2025 cast after last-minute shake-up
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info An Irish sports star has officially joined the Love Island 2025 cast - after a shock last-minute shake-up saw one original Islander pulled from the line-up just days before launch. Kyle Ashman was set to enter the villa in Mallorca alongside 11 other sexy singletons - but he was suddenly axed from the line-up over a previous arrest yesterday. An ITV spokesperson confirmed: "For personal reasons, Kyle will not be entering the Love Island Villa as planned". And now, in a surprise twist, 25-year-old professional rugby player Conor Phillips from Limerick has swooped in to take his place. The former Munster Academy man, who was part of Ireland's Grand Slam winning under-20 squad in 2019, made two senior appearances for the province in the 2022/23 season. He now plays in the All-Island League for Terenure, and he has also appeared for Ireland's Sevens side - much like fellow Limerick man and former Love Island winner Greg O'Shea. The confident winger says he's after "someone who is really sure of themselves, ambitious, a bit of a go-getter and good craic" - and revealed he doesn't mind "a dominant woman". But don't expect him to be clingy. "I don't like to answer to anyone else. I like to do my own thing", he admitted, adding that being "too needy" is his biggest ick. He described himself as the "class clown type vibe", and joked his love life would be called 'Still Trying' - "it's got to be a rugby pun, hasn't it?" And while he says he'd be "keeping my head above water" in the dating world, he's ready to settle down and "invest in some stocks". As for his flirting style? "I ask girls if they want to go halves on a baby… it doesn't work, but it gets them laughing." Conor becomes the second Irish contestant confirmed for this year's Love Island series, which kicks off Monday, June 9 on Virgin Media Two and Virgin Media Play. He'll be joined by Megan Forte, a 24-year-old musical theatre performer and panto star originally from Dublin. Now living in Brighton, Megan describes herself as bubbly and is looking for a man with a great sense of humour - and says she's more than happy with a "dad bod". The full 2025 cast includes Almia Gagigo, Helena Ford, Megan, Megan Moore, Shakira Khan and Sophie Lee, who will be coupling up with Conor, Ben Holbrough, Bly Chegini, Dejon Noel-Williams, Harry Cooksley and Tommy Bradley. Join our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. For all the latest news from Dublin and surrounding areas visit our homepage.
