Acts due to perform at the Marquee in the coming weeks include Hall and Oates, Kris Kristofferson, Toto, David Gray, Tommy Tiernan, Bros, Christy Moore and Nathan Carter.

As they get ready to play the Marquee in Cork, Hall and Oates tell Ed Power about the mad times of their 1980s heyday, and having Bowie support them for his first US gig.

“The amount of drama on stage would kill a beginner… so it’s a good thing we’re not beginners.”

The Band Aid archive will be transported from London, where it had been in storage, to Dublin to be catalogued, preserved, selectively digitalised and exhibited.

That lime green jacket though.

“Last week I cried at ‘The Young Offenders’ movie... happy tears”

His first book was a biography of Duran Duran, but Neil Gaiman quickly moved into the comic book world and from there to a successful multi-media career in fantasy and sci fi.

Ed Sheeran, Noel Gallagher, James Bay, and Duran Duran have all triumphed at this year’s Q Awards.

All the latest news from the world of music, film and entertainment.

Get Lucky? We certainly did last night at the Marquee.

The Kerry branch of the Irish Hotels’ Federation (IHF) has asked all its members to make full refunds to people who made weekend accommodation reservations for the cancelled Killarney Festival of Music and Food.

The plug was pulled last night on a major music festival due to be held in Killarney, Co Kerry, at the weekend.

Despite disappointing ticket sales, the organisers of a major music festival in Kerry next weekend have pledged all acts on the programme will be performing.

Here’s are some of the best things to do during the week ahead

MUSIC NEWS: Reginald D Hunter’s series, Songs of the South, is essential viewing for music fans tomorrow night (BBC Two, 9pm), and this second episode is all the more attractive because it is followed by a new documentary on James Brown. 

Spandau Ballet put a bitter breakup behind them to hit the road again, writes Ed Power

A staple of the Christmas jukebox will be given another festive makeover, when stars from the music world collaborate for the 30th anniversary of Band Aid.

To the side of the stage of De Barra’s in Clonakilty, Co Cork, hangs a sign urging patrons to ‘Switch off mobile phones, please.’ It’s an instruction in keeping with the proprieties of a ‘listening’ venue, a mecca for folk music aficionados.

Mick Jagger is said to be “completely shocked and devastated” as tributes were paid to his girlfriend L’Wren Scott who was found dead after an apparent suicide in a New York apartment.

West Ham fans have been ranked top of the league when it comes to witty terrace chants.

Shirley Bassey will perform at a celebrity Aids fundraiser at this year’s Cannes Film Festival.

Coldplay's 'A Rush of Blood to the Head' has been voted BBC Radio 2 listeners' favourite album of all time.

Adele’s 007 single 'Skyfall' looks set to fail its mission to top the UK charts for a second week.

Simon Fuller has launched a bid to buy Parlophone records.

James Bond fans have welcomed Adele’s “classic” theme for the latest 007 film after a short clip was released online.

Someone Like You star Adele said she was “hesitant” about recording the theme to the new James Bond film Skyfall.

Adele has recorded the theme for James Bond film 'Skyfall'.

Adele is rumoured to be recording a song for the new James Bond film.

Duran Duran are planning a new album for 2014.

Nile Rodgers has had a long and extraordinary career. Ed Power talks drugs, disco and Madonna with the Chic frontman ahead of his Irish gigs

Stereophonics will release a new album in two parts, it has been revealed.

The Beatles have held off artists such as Elvis Presley and Madonna to be declared the biggest selling singles act since charts began 60 years ago.

Duran Duran are to head the line-up of a major Olympic Games opening concert - but their inclusion has prompted bemusement from some music fans.

Duran Duran were joined on stage by Mark Ronson at London's The O2 last night.

Duran Duran's 'Girl Panic' video has been banned for being too raunchy.

Le Freak: An Upside Down Story of Family, Disco and Destiny

Duran Duran singer Simon Le Bon is now back "right on top of his fitness" after the band's cancelled performances.

U2 were named Band of the Year at the GQ Men of the Year awards last night.

Duran Duran have been forced to call off their summer tour, including V Festival slots, due to frontman Simon Le Bon’s ongoing voice problems which have left him unable to reach high notes.

CORK’S Live at the Marquee festival, which kicked off with The Frames on Saturday, is expected to bring a cash boost to the local economy of some €30 million.

Rapper Tinie Tempah, soul star Plan B and folk-rock act Mumford And Sons will be hoping for glory tonight at the UK's biggest music bash, the Brit Awards.

Bob Geldof has blasted charity single ‘Do They Know It’s Christmas?’ as one of the “worst songs ever”.

Susan Boyle is being tipped to record the next James Bond theme song.

The Rolling Stones were named the “world’s most expensive wedding act” today at an estimated cost of £5m (€5.75m), while former Hear’Say singer Danny Foster could be snapped up for just £650 (€748.51).

Duran Duran’s 'Rio' has been named the greatest music video of all time.

British rockers Duran Duran took a 20-year break from the music industry following a disastrous performance at 1985's Live Aid concert.

R&B sensation Alicia Keys is the latest star rumoured to be recording the new James Bond theme.

DJ and superproducer Mark Ronson has accepted an offer to remix Duran Duran's new album 'Red Carpet Massacre' and perform the project live in Paris, France.

'X-Men' star Hugh Jackman is set to go from comic book character to comic book creator after teaming up with screenwriter Marc Guggenhaim for a new sci-fi thriller.

Iggy Pop, Duran Duran and Daft Punk are among the musicians who have designed T-shirts to raise money for political charity Rock The Vote.