Now that 2018 is truly behind us, it seems we’re on the home-stretch with all the excitement for what is to come in 2019.
Hopefully, the days of “dry January” and being broke are long gone.
Now finally, we’re out of “the red”, back in “the green” and wondering what are the ultimate events happening this year.
March is the first real month of 2019 where the line up kills it. It seems, now with January blues well and truly behind us, all of the top musicians are heading to the Emerald Isle to take to the stage.
Here are the top 10 gigs in all of Ireland in March 2019.
10. Aslan
Local legends Aslan are due to play two gigs during March 2019 on their home turf. The rock group, which was founded in Dublin in 1982 are still playing with absolute intent and drawing crowds by the masses to their shows.
Where: Olympia Theatre, Dublin 2, Ireland
When: 15 & 16 March 2019 @ 7pm
How Much: €34-40
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/search?q=aslan
9. KT Tunstall
The legendary 2000s pop queen, KT Tunstall, is due to take the stage in Ireland this March 2019. The Scottish singer-songwriter first swept us away with her performance on Later… with Jools Holland, singing “Black Horse and the Cherry Tree”. She has released six studio albums, and she has been nominated for (and won) a series of accolades over her career.
Where: Various locations
When: Various dates
How Much: Varies
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/search?q=KT+Tunstall
8. Bastille
Bastille is a British indie-rock band which formed in 2010. They were self-produced before signing to Virgin Records. Their first studio album smashed the UK charts, and over their career, they’ve been nominated for four Brit Awards as well as having sold millions of records worldwide.
Where: Olympia Theatre, Dublin 2, Ireland
When: 12 March 2019 @ 7pm
How Much: €46.87
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/bastille-dublin-12-03-2019/event/180055418D0515C1
7. The Game
The Game is an American rapper and hip hop artist who is signed under Dr Dre’s label, Aftermath Records. He is highly regarded for his impact on rap music on the Californian hip hop scene. The Game will play a small Irish tour including Galway, Limerick and Dublin in March 2019.
Where: Various locations
When: Various dates
How Much: Varies
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/The-Game-tickets/artist/945450
6. Nicki Minaj
Nicki Minaj is an American rapper and singer-songwriter. She was born in Trinidad and Tobago although now permanently resides in California.
Minaj has been called one of the most influential female rappers of all time, having sold over five million albums worldwide. On top of that, she has won a hefty amount of accolades including American Music Awards, Billboard Music Awards and MTV Video Music Awards.
Where: 3 Arena, Dublin 1, Ireland
When: 15 March 2019 @ 8pm
How Much: €69-€96
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/Nicki-Minaj-tickets/artist/1432250
5. Christy Moore
Local legend Christy Moore is set to play a number of dates across the county in March 2019. The singer-songwriter – who is synonymous with traditional Irish music – has been selling out shows across the board on this tour, so get in quick!
Where: Various locations
When: Various dates
How Much: Varies
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/search?q=christy+moore
4. The Stranglers
This iconic English rock band have been slaying the charts since their inception in 1974.
They are most remembered for songs such as “Golden Brown”, “Always the Sun” and “Skin Deep”. Having covered over four decades, this is sure to be a sell-out performance.
Where: Olympia Theatre, Dublin 2, Ireland
When: 1 March 2019 @ 7pm
How Much: €37.97
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/the-stranglers-dublin-01-03-2019/event/1800552FEB362C4F
3. UB40 featuring Ali Campbell & Astro
Are you in the mood for a feel-good performance? Check out UB40 featuring Ali Campbell & Astro this March 2019.
This English reggae band have survived 40 years and this March, they will take to the stage with founding members Ali Campbell & Astro in a performance that surely won’t be forgotten.
Where: Various locations
When: Various dates
How Much: Varies
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/UB40-featuring-Ali-Campbell-Astro-tickets/artist/1987453
2. Fatboy Slim
This iconic DJ is remembered for ultimate, decade-defining tunes such as “Right Here, Right Now” and “Praise You”. He has been massively influential in the big beat genre of the 90s and is still worshipped today.
Where: 3 Arena, Dublin 1, Ireland
When: 2 March 2019 @ 6.30pm
How Much: €51-62
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/fatboy-slim-dublin-02-03-2019/event/18005527CEF967B8
1. Drake
March 2019 will welcome world-class artist Drake to Ireland with The Assassination Vacation Tour.
This will undoubtedly be a sell-out and a show-stopper, too. Drake will be playing three dates in Dublin’s 3 Arena.
Where: 3 Arena, Dublin 1, Ireland
When: 19, 21, 22 March 2019 @ 6.30pm
How Much: €104-€140
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/search?q=Drake%3A+The+Assassination+Vacation+Tour
