Elbow may not be at the top of anyone’s list of favourite body parts, but you can see why this band is the number one act on so many iPod playlists.

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Guy Garvey was proud of the way his home city of Manchester came together after the terrorist attack, writes Ed Power.

Des O’Driscoll shares the best things to do in the week to come

On October 16, 2015 Christopher Duncan’s life changed forever, writes Ed Power.

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Despite their misgivings about the state of the world, Guy Garvey and Elbow have produced an upbeat new album, writes Andy Welch.

Dan Hegarty has canvassed expert opinions for another ‘Buried Treasure’ book, writes Jonathan deBurca Butler

Julie Kelleher, from Carrigaline, Co Cork, is the artistic director at the Everyman Theatre, as well as being a theatre director. She is producing an upcoming production of Juno and the Paycock at the Everyman Theatre, running from February 10–20.

MUSIC NEWS: Quote of the week goes to Tim Commerford, bassist with Rage Against the Machine, who told Rolling Stone: “I do apologise for Limp Bizkit. I really do. I feel really bad that we inspired such bullshit.” 

WEST CORK has a few iconic bars with a reputation spreading over the waves — and the Algiers Inn is definitely up there with the best of them, hosting celebs, slaking thirsts and appearing in movies, ads and TV shows.

The latest version of Band Aid’s Christmas classic ‘Do They Know It’s Christmas?’ was premiered last night, with the proceeds from the charity single going towards the fight against the spread of the ebola virus.

David Bowie has revealed he has teamed up with a leading jazz orchestra for his new single.

After working with the group Elbow, Cork composer John Browne has now switched his attentions to a play set in the aftermath of a massacre, writes Jo Kerrigan

The alternative rock band Elbow will perform six intimate shows in total, with three-night residencies at Manchester's O2 Apollo and London's Hammersmith Eventim Apollo in February 2015.

Elbow, The Script and Lenny Kravitz have joined the line-up for the 2014 iTunes Festival.

Guy Garvey is working on his debut solo album.

As Marquee acts go, Elbow aren’t in the same vein as entertainment icons Dolly, Tom or even our own Imelda.

From food to festivals, movies to music, our critics reveal their top picks for summer.

The vagaries of the music business have steeled the Manchester band’s resolve, says Ed Power.

Three hours of The Cure might have been a bit much, but the bill at Stradbally was certainly eclectic, says Sorcha Coleman

Tinie Tempah has his "fingers crossed" following his nomination for the Barclaycard Mercury Prize.

SATURDAY saw the natural amphitheatre adjoining Slane castle host the first of the summer’s many music festivals.

Elbow performed an intimate gig in the crypt of St Paul's Cathedral last night.

Celebrities shared their thoughts on the unfolding day by posting messages online. Many took to Twitter to air their views.

Elbow see their new album as a return to their roots.

Elbow frontman Guy Garvey said he was “in terrible trouble” after revealing the name of the band’s new album during a drunken radio appearance.

Chart veteran Paul Weller will tonight take on past winner Dizzee Rascal and hotly-tipped acts such as The xx to claim the Barclaycard Mercury Prize.

The working title of Elbow’s new album is ‘Lippy Kids’.

Chart veteran Paul Weller was today shortlisted for the Mercury Music Prize for the first time in 16 years – and will battle it out with past winner Dizzee Rascal.

Elbow are currently supporting U2 on tour and frontman Guy Garvey admits the experience is a "childhood dream come true".

Elbow followed their recent honours by picking up two gongs at the Ivor Novello Awards today.

English band Elbow are celebrating today after being announced winners of this year's Nationwide Mercury Prize.