Stacey Earle and Mark Stuart in the BAG

Stacey Earle and Mark Stuart roll into town on Monday night for the first of only two dates on the Irish leg of their European tour, writes Roy Thompson.

Both are former members of the legendary 'Steve Earle and The Dukes'. They put aside their pursuit of major label backing back in 1998, preferring instead to pare it back and focus on listening rooms and small intimate venues.

Well, happy days for BAG—because we're both in one!

Playing over 170 shows a year, they have toured every inch of their native US as well as repeated tours of the UK and Europe. This is their first visit to Ballymore. Ddon't miss it, it will be a great show to remember.

Doors 8:15pm. Gig 9pm sharp. Admission €12 on the door—come early.