Backroads Records

18/11/2025

Join us for an unforgettable night of music this Wednesday at Hotel Doolin's Attic featuring Caolann O'Dwyer, Leah Sohotra, Paul Dooley & Hot Bouzouki Summer.

All proceeds support The Shireen (Irish legal support boat) and emergency humanitarian assistance for families in Gaza through Irish Artists for Palestine.

📍 Hotel Doolin, The Attic
⏰ Wednesday Nov 19 at 6:30pm
🎤 MC: Leigh Brosnan (Shireen Crew Member)

From folk to freak-folk, medieval Irish harp to foot-stomping Greek-Irish fusion — this is a night where tradition meets solidarity, and music becomes action.
🎟️ Get your tickets now https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/songs-for-shireen-tickets-1870347743449

An evening of songs to fundraise for the ongoing Palestinian struggle.

02/03/2025

Incoming mix! BR004 from Mór Beats 🌊

Kick start your Sunday with this genre spanning selection from Mór Beats including house, trance & breaks. Featuring instant and old classics alike get stuck into this power hour mix.

💽 Tracks from the likes of Skee Mask, Actress and Nagle - full list on soundcloud.

Head to our linktree to check it out 🔊

30/10/2024

BR0012 ‘Closure’ by Aoibheann Boyle featuring Dan Astro will be released this Friday.

This is the latest collaborative track from singer songwriter Aoibheann Boyle and producer/DJ and Co-founder of Backroads Records, Dan Astro.

Closure is a poppy, electronic ballad and we look forward to sharing it with you

26/06/2024

.records are delighted to be joining this Friday for his monthly electronic night in Ennistymon
Free entry and tunes from 9:30, tis sure to be a good one ;)

12/06/2024

The long evenings are very much here and it has been two weeks already since we had our final Grand Stretch. Thank you to for taking these superb shots of our final gig in . Give a like and a follow and get in touch with him if you are in the Clare, Limerick or Tipperary area for your photographer needs!

We would like to say thank you to all the venues who shared the Grand Stretch Tour with us , , and and all the fab sound engineers and teams at each one.

Thank you to everyone who came and supported the acts and local artists. We look forward to sharing more events with you soon.

Congrats to Dan Astro, and on the tour and thanks to , , , and for taking part.

There’s a grand aul stretch there now so there is!

29/05/2024

Two days to go till the final night of The Grand Stretch!

Come join us on Friday at Dolans Limerick as we celebrate the final leg of the tour!

Doors at 7:30pm with music kicking off at 8pm.

🪩 8:00pm: Aoibheann
🪩 8:35pm: DORA GOLA
🪩 9:30pm Dan Astro

Grab your tickets online at https://www.dolans.ie/gigs-events-live-music-listings/2024/5/31/dora-gola-x-dan-astro-guest-aoibhean-boyle-the-grand-stretch-tour or at the door.

Reel music by Dan Astro

DORA GOLA Dan Beggan Aoibheann Boyle Aoibheann Boyle Bates Music
Limerick.ie Live 95

24/05/2024

One week to go till the final stop on The Grand Stretch Tour. Limerick legends, we shall see you next Friday, 31st May at Dolans Limerick!

Here’s some information on our fab performers on the night.

DAN ASTRO

A master of blending groovy beats, deep bass, and light melodies, Dan Astro has been making waves with his latest hits ‘Breathe Again’ and ‘Lost Years’, earning praise from national radio stations with Dan Hegarty of RTÉ 2fm dubbing ‘Breathe Again’ as “one of the most joyous pieces of music to come out of 2023”. After performing at this year’s Hedge School Festival with his innovative live set that mixes electronic music with guitar, fiddle and vocals, Dan Astro is set to excite audiences this Summer.

DORA GOLA

Dora Gola has been hailed as one of the most exciting new acts in Ireland featuring in Hot Press Magazine’s ‘Hot for 2022’. Dora enchants audiences with her eclectic mix of dark electro-pop and Slavic folktronica. Drawing inspiration from Irish folklore and her deep connection with nature, Gola’s music is a mesmerizing journey of self-discovery and ancestral roots with her upcoming album featuring in Tony Clayton-Lea’s ‘Album to Look Forward To’ in The Irish Times. Prepare to be captivated by her haunting vocals, immersive soundscapes, and enchanting dance moves that evoke a sense of mystical sensuality. With Dora’s upcoming new releases and album ‘Dance With Danger’, get ready to step into an otherworldly, music filled jungle.

Together, Dan Astro and Dora Gola promise an unforgettable performance. Support will come from up and coming singer songwriter and Dan Astro’s fellow collaborator, Aoibheann Boyle with her power vocals, good vibes and catchy tunes. Get your tickets today at https://www.dolans.ie/gigs-events-live-music-listings/2024/5/31/dora-gola-x-dan-astro-guest-aoibhean-boyle-the-grand-stretch-tour. Tickets available at €18 online and €20 on the door.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Poster design and image of Dora by Myriam Delirium
Images of Dan and Aoibheann by Anthony O Connor / Five Element Photography

fans Dan Beggan Limerick Leader Limerick Post Newspaper Limerick.ie LIMERICK EVENTS Live 95 Aoibheann Boyle Bates Music

14/05/2024

THIS SATURDAY!

Those long evenings are upon us and The Grand Stretch has arrived in Wicklow. Join us this Saturday at The Whale Theatre for an exciting night of music.

Doors at 7pm with music kicking off at 8pm.

🪩 8:00pm: Aoibheann Boyle
🪩 8:35pm: DORA GOLA
🪩 9:30pm Dan Astro

Grab your tickets online at https://whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/873644617 or at the door.

Poster by Myriam Delirium . Video music by Dan Astro.

Dan Beggan Greystones.ie Greystones Guide Dora Gola X Dan Astro | The Whale Theatre, Greystones | Sat 18th May EAST COAST FM Visit Wicklow

09/05/2024

9 days to go till The Whale Theatre . Friends from the East, have you got your tickets?

Here’s some information on our fab performers on the night.

Dan Astro

A master of blending groovy beats, deep bass, and light melodies, Dan Astro has been making waves with his latest hits ‘Breathe Again’ and ‘Lost Years’, earning praise from national radio stations with Dan Hegarty of RTÉ 2fm dubbing ‘Breathe Again’ as “one of the most joyous pieces of music to come out of 2023”. After performing at this year’s Hedge School Festival with his innovative live set that mixes electronic music with guitar, fiddle and vocals, Dan Astro is set to excite audiences this Summer.

Dora Gola

Dora Gola has been hailed as one of the most exciting new acts in Ireland featuring in Hotpress Magazine‘s ‘Hot for 2022’. Dora enchants audiences with her eclectic mix of dark electro-pop and Slavic folktronica. Drawing inspiration from Irish folklore and her deep connection with nature, Gola’s music is a mesmerizing journey of self-discovery and ancestral roots with her upcoming album featuring in Tony Clayton Lea’s ‘Album to Look Forward To’ in The Irish Times. Prepare to be captivated by her haunting vocals, immersive soundscapes, and enchanting dance moves that evoke a sense of mystical sensuality. With Dora’s upcoming new releases and album ‘Dance With Danger’, get ready to step into an otherworldly, music filled jungle.

Together, Dan Astro and Dora Gola promise an unforgettable performance unlike anything else around and that will leave you craving more. Support will come from up and coming singer songwriter and Dan Astro’s fellow collaborator, Aoibheann Boyle with her power vocals, good vibes and catchy tunes. Get your tickets today via the link in bio. Tickets available at €20 online via https://whaletheatre.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/873644617 and on the door.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Poster design by Myriam Delirium. Images of Dan and Aoibheann by Anthony O Connor / Five Element Photography. Image of Dora by Myriam Riand.

Dan Beggan fans Aoibheann Boyle Dora Gola X Dan Astro | The Whale Theatre, Greystones | Sat 18th May Greystones Guide Greystones.ie EAST COAST FM Visit Wicklow

20/04/2024

One week to go till Pot Duggans ! We are ecstatic to announce that the incredibly talented singer songwriter Seba Safe will be opening the night with his clever and witty songwriting and charm.

We are doubly delighted to say that we will also be joined by the legendary DJ Douf to close the night on the decks.

Saturday week, 27th April is shaping up to be quite the night. Best get your tickets to avoid disappointment! Tickets are €18 online (excl booking fee) and €20 on the door. Get your tickets online at https://www.tickettailor.com/events/backroadsrecords/1200755.

7:30pm: Doors
8:00pm: Seba Safe
8:30pm: DORA GOLA - Artist Page
9:30pm: Dan Astro
10:45pm: DJ Mark Douf

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Poster design by the wonderful Myriam Delirium

Video music by Dan Astro

Dan Beggan Dora Gola-Coote Molly Crilly Dora Gola X Dan Astro | Pot Duggans, Ennistymon | Sat 27th April Visit Clare Visit the Burren Lahinch.ie

17/04/2024

10 days to go till Pot Duggans and we're bringing The Grand Stretch Tour home. Clare friends, have you got your tickets?

Can't wait for the bop at Pots. Here's some information on our fab performers on the night.

Dan Astro

A master of blending groovy beats, deep bass, and light melodies, Dan Astro has been making waves with his latest hits 'Breathe Again' and ‘Lost Years’, earning praise from national radio stations with Dan Hegarty of RTÉ 2fm dubbing ‘Breathe Again’ as “one of the most joyous pieces of music to come out of 2023”. After performing at this year's Hedge School Festival with his innovative live set that mixes electronic music with guitar, fiddle and vocals, Dan Astro is set to excite audiences this Summer.

Dora Gola

DORA GOLA - Artist Page has been hailed as one of the most exciting new acts in Ireland featuring in Hot Press Magazine ‘Hot for 2022’. Dora enchants audiences with her eclectic mix of dark electro-pop and Slavic folktronica. Drawing inspiration from Irish folklore and her deep connection with nature, Gola's music is a mesmerizing journey of self-discovery and ancestral roots with her upcoming album featuring in Tony Clayton-Lea‘s ‘Album to Look Forward To’ in The Irish Times . Prepare to be captivated by her haunting vocals, immersive soundscapes, and enchanting dance moves that evoke a sense of mystical sensuality. With Dora’s upcoming new releases and album ‘Dance With Danger’, get ready to step into an otherworldly, music filled jungle.

Together, Dan Astro and Dora Gola promise an unforgettable performance unlike anything else around and that will leave you craving more.

Get your tickets today at https://www.tickettailor.com/events/backroadsrecords/1200755. Tickets online at €18 + booking fee and €20 on the door.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Poster design by Myriam Delirium
Image of Dora by Myriam Riand
Images of Dan by Anthony O Connor / Five Element Photography

Dan Beggan Dora Gola-Coote Molly Crilly Clare FM The Clare Champion The Clare Echo Visit Clare Lahinch.ie Visit the Burren