The Hi-Hat. D.C.C., 20 Camden Row. off Camden Street Tel: (01) 086 3398774 [Conatct: Joe Byrne. Gigs are held monthly on a Friday night of every month starting at 9 p.m. Admission €15. A mix of styles, roots and modern, electric and accoustic. Mostly local bands, seasoned musicians and newcomers. It's a club not a pub with a speakeasy vibe]

The Irish Blues Club 12 Aungier St. Dublin 2. Tel: +353 1 475 2565. [Tuesday nights]

J J Smyth's. 12 Aungier St. Dublin 2. Tel: +353 1 475 2565.

The Pendulum. (Promoters:The Improvised Company (IMC) ) 12 Aungier St. Dublin 2. Tel: +353 1 475 2565.