Inside the Kabin Studio — the music sanctuary for the youth of Cork's northside

As they celebrate more big screen success, Aoife Barry spends a day with the Kabin Crew — and the award winning director telling their story

Ellen Martin, Aaron Foley-Hennessy, Rosaleen Brady, Sophia McNamara, Darren Stewart and Heidi White from the Kabin Krew. Picture: Eddie O'Hare

Next to a busy roundabout in Knocknaheeny on Cork’s northside, two colourful cabins are lit up in the winter dusk. Inside one cabin fairy lights glow, music hums, and the bright energy of teenagers fizzes throughout. Welcome to the Kabin Studio, a creative “sanctuary” for local youngsters.

At the helm of the Kabin Studio — whose members are called the Kabin Crew — is Garry McCarthy, a friendly, calming presence who set up the organisation in 2012 with the support of Music Generation Cork City. He makes music under the name GMCBeats and is a mentor, guide, and pal to the Kabin Crew.