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‘The Voice UK’ Open Mic Nights Are Coming To Tralee…Seriously!

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WANT to be the next superstar on The Voice UK?

Well the show is looking for contestants from all over Ireland and Britain to take part and they are sending a team to Tralee next month.

The show is a big hit in the UK with judges Tom Jones, Will I Am, Gavin Rossdale and Jennifer Hudson picking people based on their singing talent rather than their appearance.

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An open mic night will take place in The Blasket on Castle Street on Monday, May 15 at 8pm and the ITV crew will have cameras present.

“The researchers contacted us because we’re a well known venue for live music,” said George Savage of The Blasket. “The asked us if they could use the venue for an open mic night and we’ll be delighted to welcome them. There’s some great talent in Kerry and hopefully they can make a name for themselves on the international stage.”

So if you think you’ve got the talent email theblasket28@gmail.com to book your slot on the night. You might find yourselves in front of rock and pop royalty by the end of the year.

The competition is open to solos and duos and all musical styles are welcome. You must be 16 years old on or before October 1, 2017. Under 18s are permitted in the venue if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, before 9pm.

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Top DJ To Play At Launch Of Club Night ‘Sugar’

Blasket Sugar

CLUB DJ and RTE radio presenter Dave Treacy will be the main attraction at the launch of a new club night in The Blasket.

The Dublin-based DJ will help launch ‘Sugar’ at the venue along with local DJ Phonic this Friday night.

As the presenter of weekly Saturday night radio show, #WeLoveBeats, on Ireland’s national dance music station ‘RTE Pulse’, Dave Treacy showcases the best in dance music from around the globe.

His style and love for dance music has developed over the past 15 years by mixing a combination of House, Electro, HipHop and RnB.

To date, he has played at events in the UK, Europe and USA, as well as some of the top clubs in Ireland. By playing support to some of the worlds top DJ’s like Erick Morillo, Roger Sanchez & Kevin Saunderson, Dave has performed alongside some of the best that the clubbing world has to offer.

He is supported by local DJ Aaron O’Shea aka DJ Phonic who is gaining a great reputation on the club circuit and has supported many international DJs.

Entry is free and doors open at 11pm.