Tom Dunne elected Chairperson of IMRO

The Irish Music Rights Organisation (IMRO) has elected singer and broadcaster Tom Dunne as its next chairperson. The decision was made by IMRO's board at a meeting held on December 3, 2025.

“I am delighted to announce, on behalf of the Board of IMRO, that Tom Dunne has been elected as the next Chair and will take up the role when I step down in May,” says McEvoy.

"We are truly excited for this next stage and reassured knowing that IMRO will continue to thrive under Tom’s capable and thoughtful leadership.”

Tom Dunne is best known as the lead singer and co-songwriter of the Irish band Something Happens, who rose to prominence in the late 1980s and early 1990s. The band enjoyed two No. 1 Irish albums, sold-out national tours, and a number of hit singles.

Dunne later established a career in broadcasting. His alternative music programme, Pet Sounds on Today FM, became one of Ireland’s most loved music radio shows, inspiring a series of compilation albums—Tom Dunne’s 30 Best Irish Hits.

Alongside his broadcasting and journalism, Tom remains an active musician, performing both with Something Happens and in collaboration with Fiachna Ó Braonáin of Hothouse Flowers.

“I am delighted and feel very privileged to be the new Chair-elect at IMRO,” says Dunne.

"I am particularly honoured to be taking over from Eleanor McEvoy, who, over her nine years as Chair, has helped IMRO grow into one of the most respected and successful music rights organisations in the world.

"I eagerly look forward to taking up the position in May.”