Rubyworks, one of Ireland's leading indiginous record labels, are celebrating their first decade of music. To mark this auspicious occasion; the label will be hosting three very special nights in Dublin, presenting their artists at three of Dublin's most famous live music venues.
On Sunday 26th August, Rodrigo y Gabriela, Ryan Sheridan, Wallis Bird and Josephine will play at The Olympia Theatre. This will be Rodrigo y Gabriela's only appearance in the Republic of Ireland in 2012. Tickets priced from €25.90 (including booking fee), go on sale this Friday 27th July at 9am.
On Monday 27th August, Fight Like Apes, The Minutes, Funeral Suits and Deap Vally will play in Whelan's. This will be the first Irish appearance for the hotly tipped LA based Deap Vally, and will be Fight Likes Apes only Irish gig of the year, and they will be showcasing some new material as part of their set.Tickets priced at €17.50 (including booking fee), go on sale this Friday 27th July, 9am.
On Tuesday 28th August, the label returns to it's spiritual home at Doyle's for a celebratory Ruby Sessions with an array of talent from across the roster. A small charitable donation is accepted (on the door) on behalf of The Simon Community.
Started by Niall Muckian in 2002, Rubyworks, together with sister labels Model Citizen and Gotta Run, has released over thirty albums in both Ireland and internationally. The label has launched the careers of artists as diverse as Rodrigo y Gabriela, Fight Like Apes, Ryan Sheridan and The Original Rudeboys.
The first 100 fans through the door at both The Olympia and Whelan's gigs will get a free exclusive limited edition Rubyworks 10th birthday album sampler!