As we get ready to flip the calendar from February to March, we're looking forward to hitting the road to Newbridge to catch a pair of massive gigs in the cosy confines of Judge Roy Beans.
First up is Cavan rockers The Strypes, who'll be roadtesting some of their new material prior to hitting the studio to record album number two later this year. March 6 will see the youngsters rocking out at the Co. Kildare venue.
It's then the turn of grizzled rock veterans - who themselves arrive armed with new tunes aplenty - as The Darkness make a long awaited return to Ireland. Their fourth album, Last Of Our Kind, is due for release in June, but there'll be an early chance to sample the fresh offerings at Judge Roy Beans on March 19.
Tickets for both shows are on sale now.