Dave Mac's Local Legend

Stephanie recorded Breathe Easy which is a song Miles Gaffney wrote in memory of his 24 year old niece Ciara O’Gorman who sadly passed away shortly after giving birth to Rocco, as a result of contracting Cystic Fibrosis. Miles reached out to Stephanie because he felt it needed female vocals, as it would be coming from the point of view of Ciara singing to her new-born child. Released only 4 days a...

Killian talks about the return of the Macroom Music Festival. Which will feature headlining acts such as The Frank and Walters, Mundy, and The Riptide Movement. All will play in the town’s square, which is now traffic free thanks to the new bypass. Get tickets now before they sell out at Home - Macroom Music Festival

Sam chats to Dave ahead of the Enactus Community Market at UCC today 04/04/23, the main aim of Enactus is the make sure they reach their Sustainable Development Goals, it’s a social entrepreneurial project which promotes Suitability. Sustainable Development Goals are 17 goals set up by the United Nations. Enactus is a global organization that is made up of over 1700 Universities. At the event will...

MII Cork held their annual ball, The Maritime Marketing Ball 2023, for the first time in three years Clayton Hotel Silver Springs on Saturday night last (1st April), sponsored by Johnson and Perrott Motor Group. The Cork branch of the national organisation, who provide a community for marketers through educational and networking events, also raised over €7,500 for chosen charity, Sailing Into Well...

Dave spoke to Rossa who was an route to a gig in Dublin, ahead of a trip to Cork. Where Kila will be playing Cyprus Avenue as well as Gaelscoil’s in Cork. Kila at times can have up to 16 members on stage but will have 8 on stage at Cyprus Avenue and 4 at the Gaelscoil’s. For more information on Kila visit: https://kila.ie/

Colin has been in the sea every day of the month, all in aid of west Cork Rapid Response. He also talks about the mental health benefits of cold sea swimming. It’s also a swim in tribute to Colin’s friend Conor King. To show your support visit: Fundraiser by Colin O'Brien : Sea Swims in aid of West Cork Rapid Response (gofundme.com)

Niamh talks about the mental health campaign called “Hello, How Are You?”. It’s a national campaign that National Rail is backing, it’s aimed at engaging in open conversations about mental health. There are over 250 other events registered around the country. They’re asking the public to participate in Coffee Mornings, get out for a walk and chat or even just connect and reach out to friends and f...

Indian Bhagya talks about herself and her partner’s Gin making business Rebel City Distillery, the spices for the Maharani Gin are also Indian. She met her Cork-born husband on a blind date. You are welcome to take a tour of the factory which is based on the site of the Old Ford Factory, down by the Marina. For more information on Rebel City Distillery visit: https://www.rebelcitydistillery.com/ho...

Matt talks about an upcoming event that will involve 600 transition-year students, all the proceeds for the event will go towards the Irish Wheelchair Basketball Association. 28 different schools throughout Cork, Tipperary and Kilkenny will be taking part in the series of matches. It’s a brainchild of Diarmuid Lester as well as Paul Ryan of the Irish Wheelchair Association.

24-year-old Edward from Cobh talks about where his love of music came from, and his interest in playing the guitar. He has been playing the guitar since he was 6. Edward would be very heavily influenced by the likes of Mumford and Sons, Gavin James, and Ed Sheeran. We played his single – We Will Find A Way

Julianne from Crookstown literally couldn’t believe that she had just won the Red FM Cash Machine, The news came through when she was looking after her grandchild after getting their nails done. Julie-Ann also spoke to Neil this morning. Don’t miss your chance to win a chunk of money every day simply stay listening to Cork’s RedFM for more

The children at Educate Together were working hard for the past 3 years in the build up to claim this prestigious award. There were several important guests visiting the school forest to celebrate with its students, including the Lord Mayor and the head of UNICEF. Tasks carried out included picking up litter in the Douglas area and taking care of the local environment, creating a board game on chi...

Lisa Donovan spoke with Dave on World Down Syndrome Day. The centre is fully reliant on public funding, as they receive zero support from the government. With a large amount of the funds going towards early intervention and parental support. Also, funds come from fundraising events like challenge 21 which is taking place on (Father’s Day) June 18th,. The concept is that you aim to get a sponsorshi...

Leah spoke to us from the BT Young Scientist boot camp which took place in UCD yesterday and runs for 4 days. The idea is to give students the skillset to turn their BT Young Scientist projects into viable a business plan. Leah and her fellow participants were split into groups where she was examining the difference between Local Honey and Manuka Honey, which are imported from New Zealand. The aim...

Brett Sutherland is the Co-Founder and President of the Cork Renegades, which is a newly established baseball club in Cork. Brett set up the club coinciding with the birth of his son Ozzy. Boasting members from the Americas, Eastern Europe, Africa, and everywhere in-between, the team consists of beginners and players with decades of experience, all excited to join the Baseball Ireland B-League for...

Eimear is a member/teacher at Plan Be Studios which is owned by Megan Blyth. It was set up in 2017 and offers both accelerated programme dance classes and open dance classes for students aged 3+, as well as weekly adult classes open to all. It is the dance school’s first time taking part in the Parade. With 14 members taking part and dancing in this year’s parade. Find out more about Plan Be studi...

The Polish Scout Group which was formed in 2010 was the first Polish Scout Group in Ireland. Its 20 members have marched in the parade every year since its formation. At the Parade the Polish Scout Group will be dressed in official uniforms of the Polish Scouting Association and the Polish Community will be represented by members of the Polish Library (it's where the group is based)who will be dre...

The Bodhrán Bookills is comprised of 5th and 6th class boys in St. Joseph’s National School in the Mardyke, there are 50 members with 42 participating in the St Patrick’s day parade this year. The Bodhrán Bookills have been in existence since the 1990s and have performed for Queen Elizabeth, King Charles, and the Queen Consort Camilla. They all play the bodhrán and compose their own compositions.

Lyra stopped by to speak with Dave as part of Irish Music Month. She also came to promote her new single “You”. It’s a track that steers clear of your stereotypical breakup song. You, is actually about getting together with someone. She also spoke about her upcoming performance on Dancing With The Stars, as well as her role in the Dancing With The Stars podcast. We find out if Lyra has any ambitio...

On opening night, Thursday 16th March, Cultúr Club will see St. Patrick’s Festival and LGBTQ+ Club promoters, Mother collaborate once again on the eve of the world’s largest celebration of Irish culture for one big party in Dublin. On the Mainstage at the National Museum of Ireland Collins Barracks, Cultúr Club will host the first ever LGBTQ+ ‘Géilí’ led by the fabulous Cork podcaster PJ Kirby, of...

Aimée spoke to Dave on International Women’s day, about recording a cover of Hallelujah in a lift with a few of the ladies that make up Irish women in harmony. She is also the most played Irish female artist on Irish radio in 2022, with her new single Nobody Else. Off the back of her success last year, Amy has several live performances planned this year such as at Rock Against Homelessness in aid...

Lea Heart spoke to us the day before her attendance at the music choice awards and told us the back story to her new song Don’t Tell me She opens for Mimi Webb at the Marquee this summer. Her new single Don’t Tell Me is out now. Hear more of her music now at: Lea Heart - YouTube

Talos played an intimate gig in front of an audience of 80-100 people. It’s their 3rd time playing in the venue. It coincided with the launch of the Galaxy s23, in the cave. Free transport was provided to and from the gig, with drink and grab and go food bags on site. One lucky person also got the opportunity to win the new Galaxy s23. To hear music from Talos visit: Talos (thisistalos.com)

Claire spoke to Dave ahead of a dress rehearsal of Rodrick Forde’s play Daughter Of God, which is coming to the Granary Theatre, March 8th – March 11th. The show is produced by Donal Gallagher It tells the tale of three sisters trapped in a dystopian nightmare, with Claire playing the mother of the 3 girls. It’s a dark show with elements of comedy. Get your tickets at https://www.ucc.ie/en/fmt/the...

Gerald Ahern talks about an event titled Grand Theft Audio, which will allow members of the public to tune into the various soundtracks from Grand Theft Auto. It’s in the form of a radio where you can flick through the music at your own pleasure, from station to station. It’s also very much a visual experience with the game itself being displayed on a giant screen.