Afghan Whigs announce Dublin date

Fresh from the release of their first album in more than 15 years, American rockers The Afghan Whigs have lined up a visit to Irish shores in the New Year.

The band - led by Mark Lanegan's Gutter Twin, Greg Dulli - will take to the stage in Whelan's on February 2, celebrating a reunion that many said would never happen.

Happen, though, it has, and for €23, you can see rock royalty for yourself. Tickets are on sale 9am Friday.