Hard Working Class Heroes returns to Dublin during October (16th to 18th) in various venues in and around Temple Bar. 100 entrants have been chosen to appear during the festival, which is an independent showcase for Irish bands and musicians and is now in its 7th year. Following on from last year's festival which featured performances from Super Extra Bonus Party and The Hot Sprockets (amongst many more), this year is set to feature an extensive list of some of the most highly regarded up n' coming talent in the country. These include Dark Room Notes, Ham Sandwich, Heathers, More Tiny Giants, Oliver Cole, Robotnik, RSAG, Talulah Does The Hulah, The Brad Pitt Light Orchestra, The Holy Roman Army and Zealots. Industry talks and photography exhibitions will also be held during the festival. For ticketing information, please see www.hwch.ie.