Ireland Gigs vs CeolConnect

Ireland Gigs — Live Music, Sorted. Whether you're a musician looking for your next gig or a venue searching for great live talent, Ireland Gigs connects you with the Irish live music scene — simply, directly and effortlessly. No middlemen, no agencies, no complicated processes. Just music, talent and the people who love it. If you're passionate about live music in Ireland, this is the app for you. For Musicians & Artists Stop chasing venues and let opportunities come to you. Create your profile, showcase your sound, set your availability and start receiving offers from bars, restaurants, hotels and event spaces across Ireland. Upload your photos, share links to your music, describe your act and let venues discover you — whether you're a solo acoustic artist, a jazz trio, a traditional Irish band, a singer-songwriter, a DJ or a full covers act playing everything from classic rock to modern pop. From Dublin to Galway, Cork to Limerick and Waterford to Kilkenny — no matter where you're based, Ireland Gigs opens doors across the entire country. Build your reputation, grow your fanbase and find more of the gigs you love. For Venues & Bars Finding reliable, quality live music has never been easier. Browse a growing roster of talented Irish artists across all genres, send offers directly and keep your entertainment calendar full — without the usual headaches, agency fees or last-minute cancellations. Whether you run a cosy neighbourhood pub, a lively city bar, a restaurant with Friday night sessions, a hotel lounge or a large event venue — Ireland Gigs helps you find exactly the right act for the right night, every time. Your customers come back when the music is great. Ireland Gigs makes sure it always is. Why Ireland Gigs? Connect directly — no agencies, no commissions, no middlemen Manage your schedule and availability with ease Discover talent and venues across the whole of Ireland Chat, negotiate and confirm gigs all in one place Get notified the moment a new opportunity comes your way Build your reputation through reviews and completed gigs All genres welcome — traditional, rock, jazz, pop, folk, classical and everything in between Clean, simple and intuitive — designed for musicians and venue owners, not tech experts Safe, secure and built with your privacy in mind Free to use during our launch period — no subscription required to get started Built for Ireland's Music Community Ireland has one of the richest live music cultures in the world. From the traditional sessions of Doolin and Dingle to the buzzing venues of Dublin's Temple Bar, from the Cork jazz scene to the folk festivals of the west coast — live music is woven into the fabric of Irish life. It's not just entertainment. It's culture. It's community. Ireland Gigs was built to celebrate and support that culture — giving musicians a platform to grow their career and giving venues the tools to keep their stages alive and their customers happy. Download today and let's make some music. Terms of Use (EULA): https://ireland-gigs.live/tos.html Privacy Policy: https://ireland-gigs.live/privacy

CeolConnect Where Talent Meets the Stage Live music runs on relationships, word of mouth, and a thousand small phone calls until now. CeolConnect is Ireland's live music booking platform, built to connect musicians and venues directly with zero commission and zero hassle. Whether you're chasing your next gig or your next great act, it's one tap away. FOR MUSICIANS GET FOUND. GET BOOKED. GET PAID. Your music deserves more than informal arrangements and chasing replies. Artist Profile Tell your story with a bio, genre, performance history, and links to your Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and more so venues know exactly what they're booking. Gig Calendar Every confirmed booking lives in one place. Plan ahead and never double book. Last Minute Cover Alerts Get an instant push notification the moment a venue needs emergency cover. Save the night and get paid for it. Smart Discovery Surface gigs that actually match your genre, location, and availability so you do not waste time scrolling through irrelevant listings. Verified Reviews Build a reputation backed by genuine feedback from real venues, not anonymous stars. FOR VENUES FIND THE RIGHT ACT EVERY TIME Great live music should not depend on who you happen to know. Venue Profile Show off your space, capacity, and atmosphere to attract acts who fit your vibe. Search and Filters Browse by genre, location, availability, and rating to find the right act in minutes, not days. Booking Calendar Run your entire entertainment schedule from one screen. Last Minute Cancellation Cover A no show does not have to mean a quiet night. Instantly alert available musicians nearby and fill the slot. Push Notifications Real time updates on applications, confirmations, and cover responses. Verified Reviews Book with confidence, every single time. NO HIDDEN FEES. NO COMMISSION. EVER. This is the part that actually matters. CeolConnect takes zero commission on gigs. Venues choose how they want to work through a subscription for regular access or a simple one off fee per gig. Either way, the artist fee is exactly that. The artist's. Every penny goes to the musician who earned it. No cuts taken off the top. No surprises buried in the small print. No exceptions, ever. WHY MUSICIANS AND VENUES CHOOSE CEOLCONNECT Every genre covered including rock, jazz, folk, traditional Irish, pop, country, blues, and beyond. Last minute cover turns cancellations into opportunities instead of headaches. One integrated calendar keeps your whole schedule organised with no spreadsheets. Social links built into every profile help build trust before the first message. Zero commission always. Artists keep 100 percent of their fee. Verified reviews protect both sides of every booking. Instant push alerts ensure the right opportunity never slips past you. Live music is better when the people behind it are connected directly. No middlemen. No inflated fees. No guesswork. CeolConnect was built by people who live and breathe the Irish music scene, for the musicians and venues who keep it alive every single night. Download CeolConnect today. Your next gig or your next great act is one tap away.