Meet the Leitrim woman who founded the Irish record industry Ellen O'Byrne's New York business played a key role in recording and distributing Irish music over a century ago History • 24 Nov
Why so many of us will run up that hill with Kate Bush A look at the life, work and many Irish connections of Kate Bush Music • 24 Nov
Now and Then: Is it really John Lennon's voice or is it AI? How the Beatles released their 'final' song with a little help from AI, decades after the death of John Lennon Music • 03 Nov
Is U2 one of the greatest creative collaborations on Earth? Whether or not you're a fan, there's plenty to learn from U2's commitment to the creative process if you want to be a great group Music • 23 Oct
How Olivia Rodrigo produced a powerful teen girl album Her new album GUTS is full of fierce songs which reflect the awkwardness, joy and funny hysteria of being young Music • 05 Oct
Why do Irish sports fans sing 'The Fields of Athenry'? From soccer to rugby, Pete St John's classic is the Irish fans' song of choice on terraces everywhere Sport • 26 Sep
Is humming healthy? Mmm, here's what the evidence says What we know so far about how something as simple as humming can have big health benefits Music • 22 Sep
Why are Irish gig tickets so expensive? The price of a ticket to see your favourite act has increased dramatically for a plethora of reasons Music • 15 Sep
How Taylor Swift's literary references plot her path as an artist The pop star's references to books and classic literature allows us to see her self-awareness and growth as an artist Taylor Swift • 08 Sep
Here are 10 things to know if you're starting a band Whether it's a folk duo, a jazz quartet or a metal band, there are a few things you can do to make the process run … Music • 06 Sep
Why Irish people sing 'Ole Ole Ole' when they're happy We don't just break into a blast of 'Ole Ole Ole' at soccer matches, but also at gigs, homecomings and other celebrations Ireland • 28 Aug
What's behind the enduring popularity of the Fleadh Cheoil? Grassroots efforts and a folk revival have made the Fleadh Cheoil the 'cultural magnet' it is today Culture • 06 Aug
'I was just being me': Sinéad O'Connor's risky whistleblowing The singer's experience after speaking out about child sexual abuse in the Catholic Church reflects what can happen to whistleblowers Sinéad OConnor • 02 Aug
How Coldplay worked out how to tour the world sustainably The band's climate initiatives can encourage fans and other acts to engage in environmentally benign behaviour Coldplay • 27 Jul
Why does the death of an artist we love affect us so much? 'It's actually a complex question when you go to to pull at the strings of how it all comes together' Psychology • 27 Jul
5 treasures from David Bowie's archive The pop icon's archive contains over 80,000 objects so here are five which sum up his life, work and influences David Bowie • 10 Mar
Why is sexism so widespread in the Irish music industry? A new report looks at how a musician's gender can impact their career and experiences within the Irish music industry Music Industry • 27 Feb
Why Beyonce is one of the most significant acts of our time Other acts may be more commercially successful, but Bey (and her fans) have developed an almost mythic status Beyoncé • 10 Feb
Is there such a thing as an official cover band? It's one thing to do cover versions of a famous band, but what's the story when it comes to the legal ins and out? law • 03 Feb
David Bowie's Irish links: music, art, literature and Tipperary The late singer and artist's Irish roots run deep in terms of his life, work and infuences David Bowie • 06 Jan
What makes a great film score? Memorable film scores can take on a life of their own, well beyond the stories or universes they were created for. Film • 13 Dec 22
Why does Bob Dylan matter to us? Dylan's art has long enriched the lives of those who listen to his music by capturing the essence of what it means to be human Bob Dylan • 07 Nov 22
How Eunice Waymon became Nina Simone The barriers which prevented Waymon entering the classical world instead led her to becoming the High Priestess of Soul Nina Simone • 28 Oct 22
Why you love your favourite song When it comes to our taste in music, the soundtrack of our lives is curated by neuroscience and environment Music • 19 Apr
How listening to music at lunch increases afternoon productivity Research has found that 15 minutes of music listening at lunchtime may increase employees' work engagement in the afternoon Health • 13 Apr
