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Who Art Thou?

Who Art Thou? is an Irish based podcast hosted by Barra Carlin that explores the creative processes and life experiences of artists, musicians, writers, and other creatives. Each episode features a different guest, who shares their personal journey and insights into their craft. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Best Albums of 2025 w/ Zac Stephenson & Jack McBain

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2026/01/06

A special episode today, this is the first in the podcast's end of year series!Myself, Zac Stephenson from SPRINTS and Jack McBain from the Goo will be going through the music released over 2025, covering our favourite Irish releases and our top albums from 2025! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 209: Fierce Shook

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2025/12/31

The last episode of the year!Today I am joined by all 3 members of Fierce Shook, Rob, Austin and Owen, for their return on the podcast!We are going to be chatting about their latest mini-album, 'Sons of Dis', which was released in August of this year!We'll be breaking down the EP track by track, covering the ideas and themes of the EP, the recording and the artwork.I loved this mini-album, it was one of my favorite Irish releases of the year so it was such a pleasure to have the band on!Fierce Shook

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Episode 208: Runner

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2025/12/18

Today on the podcast I have Ryan and Jonny of the Runner!Hailing from the vibrant streets of Dublin, Runner is a dynamic four-piece that blends nostalgia rock with the raw edge of indie grunge. Drawing inspiration from the iconic sounds of the ’70s—think the intricate compositions of Rush and the atmospheric depth of Pink Floyd—alongside the gritty authenticity of ’90s grunge legends like Nirvana and Radiohead, their music evokes a sense of both longing and rebellion.I'll be chatting with the lads

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Episode 207: Raining in December

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2025/12/07

All 3 of Raining in December are back on the podcast to chat about their debut EP 'flowers', which was released in November!In a particularly chaotic episode, I'll be chatting with Vincent, Eoin and Willow about the recording process for this brilliant EP, talking about each track as well as covering our favorite releases and live performances of 2025.The band are also playing their EP launch tonight in Workman's with Picture Postcard and Dux Et Rex! The show is being put on by EX OH Promotions and

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Episode 206: Cabin

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2025/11/28

Today on the podcast I am joined by Adam McCabe AKA Cabin!You may know Adam from his previous work with the exceptionally brilliant band, Brass Phantoms but since then, he has embarked on his own solo adventure with this musical project.For this episode, myself and Adam will be chatting about his upcoming EP, 'Yuppie', which is to be released on December 5th. Packed with gorgeous instrumentation, brilliant vocals and sunny production, this is a must-listen to EP when it is released. He has released

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Monthly Roundup - November 2025 w/ Jack McBain

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2025/11/23

Myself and musical journalist Jack McBain will be chatting about all the shows we went to over the last month, including Turnstile, Gilla Band, Maruja and my second trip to Damnation Festival in Manchester, which was one of the best weekends I've ever had in regards to seeing bands I love.We'll also be covering all the new music we listened to that was released over the last month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 205: Holy Grinder

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2025/11/19

Today on the podcast I will be chatting with AC of Canadian Grindcore band, Holy Grinder, once again!Over the summer, Holy Grinder decided to call it a day, much to my disappointment as I loved what this band had put out!So with this episode, myself and AC will be chatting about why that decision was made, the final run of shows the band played, the legacy of Holy Grinder, from favourite shows and the amazing bands they have played with over the years as well as discussing the genre of Grindcore as

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Episode 204: Curfew

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2025/11/13

Today on the podcast I am joined by Jj Smilez and Gavin Dunne of the Dublin based Rock band, Curfew!We've got plenty to chat about in this episode, starting with Curfew's brilliant next single 'Love Letter', which is to be released tomorrow! This single is the fourth from the band's upcoming debut album, 'Black Doll's Eyes', which is to be released on the 25th of November. The band were very kind to have sent me over the album prior to recording this episode (which I've been blaring ever since), so

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Episode 203: D. Cullen

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2025/11/05

Today on the podcast D.Cullen joins me for his second appearance on the podcast to chat about his latest album, 'City Soundscapes', which was released on the 19th of September and contains such fantastic songs like 'Where Did You Go?' and 'Young Men'.Covering a wide variety of themes and social discourse with a more Rock Driven and riff heavy sound, I'll be going through the entire album with Darragh, chatting about each song's meanings and the recording process for the album.Being a fan of

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1:04:32

The Halloween Special with Daragh Kenny

Who Art Thou? ·

2025/10/31

For today's episode, myself and my good friend Daragh Kenny (drummer for Grey Stag) will be going through our top 5 horror movies to celebrate the wonderful day that is Halloween! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 202: Ways of Seeing

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2025/10/27

Today on the podcast I am joined by James O'Donnell of Ways of Seeing to talk about the band's brand new second album, 'The Inheritance of Fear', which was released on the 10th of October. The album has been produced by Christian Best, mixed by Dan Fox and mastered by Jamie Hyland.Speaking aboutThe Inheritance of Fear, lead singer James O'Donnell said: “This album explores the ways fear is passed down; through generations, through relationships, through the stories we tell ourselves. It looks at the

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Episode 201: Scustin

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2025/10/14

Today on the podcast I am joined by Joe and Wally of Dublin post-funk outfit, Scustin!I'll be chatting with the lads about their brand new debut album 'Confessions of a Pub Talker', which was released on September 19th.With 'Confessions Of A Pub Talker', Scustin flip the stereotype of Irish drinking culture on its head. Rather than depicting the pub as a site of excess, they portray it as a communal refuge, which is depicted through the characters and situations encountered by Larry, the bartender

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Episode 200: SPRINTS

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2025/09/23

The 200th episode of the podcast!Today I am going to be joined on this milestone episode by Zac, Jack and Karla of SPRINTS!Following their universally critically-acclaimed debut, 'Letter To Self', SPRINTS are releasing their second album 'All That Is Over' this Friday. It's an album that pushes the band's sound dynamically, coming with a mored darker, moodier textures without losing any urgency. There has been songs released off the album so far which include 'Descartes', 'Beg', 'Rage' and most

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Episode 199: Listowel

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2025/09/21

Today on the podcast I am going to be joined by Eli McGuire of Dublin based rock band, Listowel!Myself and Eli are going to be chatting about how this band began, the band's that informed Listowell's sound but primarily we'll be chatting about the band's excellent debut single 'Paychecks'.An absolute rager of a tune, Eli explains that 'Paychecks about not letting money or your job define you, and that no matter how scarythe world seems right now, people have the power to change the world they live

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Episode 198: Chiara Viale

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2025/09/19

On today's episode of the podcast I have Screenwriter/Director/Film maker and co-founder of the Irish film production company Built To Fail Productions, Chiara Viale!I'm going to be chatting to Chiara primarily for this episode about her debut feature film, 'The New Music', which was released in 2019 and that tell's the story of a man who is a classically trained pianist that embarks on a path of self discovery after a Parkinson's diagnosis that leads him to a punk band.We'll also be covering all

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Episode 197: Ancient Malice

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2025/09/17

Today's guest on the podcast is Stephen Maher of Ancient Malice!Formed in 2024. this Crusty deathgrind filth band, featuring members of Abaddon Incarnate, Coldwar and Sheep Dip, released their debut album 'Accept The Vile Gifts Of The Dead' last August and it might just be the nastiest bit of music I've heard all year. I'll be chatting with Stephen about how this band started and the inspirations and ideas explored in the band's album, as well as chatting about what the band has in stored

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Episode 196: Toshín

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2025/09/15

Today's guest on the podcast is Toshín!We're going to be going through her latest single, 'RESIST', an incredibly powerful feminist anthem that was given to her by legendary folk American singer-songwriterJanis Ian!We'll first be chatting about how meeting Janis Ian came about and how she ended up giving the song to Toshín, why the song is important in an increasingly difficult time for woman, making the song her own, the music video and navigating releasing music in a social media and streaming

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1:22:36

Monthly Roundup - August 2025 w/ Jack McBain

Who Art Thou? ·

2025/09/10

Today myself and music journalist of The Goo, Jack McBain will be going through all the gigs we attended during August of 2025 along with any new music we particularly liked that was released of that month.This all includes our time down at All Together Now, Jack's experience seeing Oasis live and my time in Manchester seeing Gurriers play in a skatepark!Jack on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode 195: Methodactor

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2025/09/09

Today on the podcast is artist/producer Edward O'Mahony, aka methodactor!Methodactor will be releasing their debut EP, A Fool's Errand, which will be released this Friday!I'll be chatting to Methodactor about how this EP came about, why he decided to go solo with this material, the challenges of making music in the streaming age, the music videos for the EP (which he directed himself) and our mutual love of uncomfortable films to watch.There will also be a listening party tomorrow at Egan’s Bar on

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Episode 194: Uragh

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2025/09/04

Today on the podcast I'm joined by all 4 members of Uragh!I'm going to be chatting with Marcelo, Craig, Seb and Jason about the brand new EP 'Stalemate', which is set to be released on September 25th.We'll be going through the entire EP track by track, doing a breakdown of each song from it's initial inspirations to the recording process as well as discussing the artwork for the EP and the brilliant music video shot for 'Crimson Dove', the first single off the EP.For anyone who was a fan of Uragh's

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