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Melys
Genre : Music - General
Melys - Bugbear and Melys go back a very long way. Angkst Records nites in the late 1990s, lots of live dates, and a really exciting time for Welsh bands, something not as well documented as ‘Britpop’ that probably should be better served… well we were very pleased to hear Melys were fit and working again, and double pleased to get them back in The Dublin Castle.
“Their unique sound — an emotive blend of melodic indie, dreamlike atmospheres, and sometimes dark heartfelt lyricism — won over BBC radio 1 DJ’s John Peel and Huw Stephens, leading to 11 BBC sessions and winning John Peel’s 2001 Festive 50 for their fan-favourite track “Chinese Whispers.”
After a long hiatus, Melys returned in style with the 2024 album release of ‘BBC Sessions Vol. 1 ’ and their first new studio album in nearly two decades,‘Second Wind’ (2025).
The band’s comeback has been met with critical acclaim, reaffirming their reputation for lush and emotional songwriting combined with their captivating, spiky and energetic live performances. Wonderful.
The Dublin Castle is a legendary pub and music venue located 2 minutes away from Camden Town tube station. It has been run by the same family for over 28 years and features 4 live bands every night as well as a great selection of beers, ciders and wines.
There are DJs after the bands on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays and a fabulous jukebox in the front bar if you’re after a more relaxed atmosphere.
But what is it that makes the Dublin Castle the long-standing centre of the indie rock universe? Is it because it’s Madness’ birthplace? Because its stage has been graced by everyone from Blur, through Coldplay, Supergrass, The Killers, The Arctic Monkeys, Billy Bragg, etc? Is it because it was no surprise to see Amy Winehouse behind the bar serving costumers? Or Suggs? (who, mind you, tended to ignore costumers and serve himself) Or is it because far from being just another Camden venue it has established itself as an indie rock institution? The answer is that it’s not only because of its musical heritage that people come to the Dublin Castle, it’s because whilst you enjoy a pint, play some tunes on the jukebox, check out the live bands, get your dancing shoes on for our DJs, chat to our friendly staff or even stage-invade a little, you’re inadvertently being part of this movement the Dublin Castle leads, this cultural legacy. Expect no castle battlements. Just pure rock and roll royalty.
94 Parkway,
Camden Town,
Greater London,
England,
NW1 7AN.
020 7485 1773
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