Live At 1868

27/02/2024

Coming up! I'm heading to Na Déise to play Live At 1868 Merrys Gastro Pub, Dungarvan. Still a few tickets left: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/live-at-1868-presents-john-spillane-tickets-812451142237

07/02/2024

A very special, intimate evening of music and stories with one of Ireland’s finest.

Get your tickets quickly as they are moving quickly. Start Paddy’s weekend the right way..

Small room with a big atmosphere.
'𝒪𝓁𝒶 𝒶𝓇 á𝓇 𝑔𝒸𝓇𝑜í𝓉𝒽𝑒'

29/01/2024

We are back and it is with a bang! Kick off paddy’s weekend in the best possible way….

Come see one of Ireland’s finest, for an intimate show on the 15/03/24.

John Spillane is a musician, songwriter, performer, recording artist, storyteller, poet and dreamer. Rooted in people, place and story, his music transports the listener and his live performances captivate audiences around the world.
As an artist his music appeals to listeners across many genres and generations. His vocal style has a unique almost sean-nós like quality and his performances shimmer with the magic realism that permeates many of his songs as he effortlessly flits between beautiful poetry tinged with melancholy to roguish, irreverent humour. John has the ability to charm, mesmerise and entertain in equal measure.
A native of Cork, the County he lovingly describes as “the centre of the universe” and a source of huge creative influence throughout his career. John’s music is inspired by and encapsulates Irish traditional music in its contemporary form – a reflection of Ireland today.
A two-time Meteor Award winner for Best Folk/Trad act John is one of the most accomplished songwriters in Ireland. With an extensive back catalogue beginning with the 1997 album The Wells of the World, his songs have been covered by Christy Moore, Sharon Shannon, Sean Keane and many others.
Twelve albums later in April 2021, John released his first independent album in 20 years, 100 Snow White Horses.
In October 2022, John released ‘In Another Light’ a career spanning album recorded live at the Right Here Right Now Festival recorded at Cork Opera House in November 2021.

Ticket link in bio

31/12/2023

Thank you all for a beautiful year! Thanks to anyone who came to a show, and all the incredible performers who graced us.
Music and the arts are so important so thanks for the support and we’ll be back in the new year with some exciting announcements.
Mind ye’reselves and each-other

24/11/2023

Really forward to this show, the final one of the year! Pick your tickets up through the bio and get ready for a very special evening. Bring any young folk along also as this is a (relatively) early show.

Small room with a big atmosphere.
'𝒪𝓁𝒶 𝒶𝓇 á𝓇 𝑔𝒸𝓇𝑜í𝓉𝒽𝑒'

24/11/2023

Really forward to this show, the final one of the year! Pick your tickets up through the bio and get ready for a very special evening. Bring any young folk along also as this is a (relatively) early show.

08/11/2023

Supporting local talent is very important to us, as is making these shows as accessible as we can.

So, we are running a promo code for local musicians for a reduced rate for this coming show on Sunday 12th.

Hope to see you there for a beautiful night of music. Support musicians, support music ♥️

31/10/2023

A massive thanks to the Jo and the crew at for the coverage of the upcoming show featuring .ie and
Get your tickets in the bio or on Eventbrite for a great night

25/10/2023

November 12th - Get Your Tickets!!!!!

14/10/2023

A cold November evening….a cosy, dark room…some beautiful live music…what more could you ask for.
Live At 1868 (Merry’s, Dungarvan) presents SAL, with support by Christina Collins.
Get your tickets (Eventbrite) for this beautiful show on November 12th.

Small room with a big atmosphere.
'𝒪𝓁𝒶 𝒶𝓇 á𝓇 𝑔𝒸𝓇𝑜í𝓉𝒽𝑒'

02/10/2023

***Change Of Date***

We have rescheduled this show, due to unforeseen circumstances.

The gig is now on November 12th. Please come out and support live music.

16/09/2023