House music remains misunderstood today, but the beat goes on, and there are some great summer anthems coming, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

It's a big weekend in Cork for some great dance music, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

The revival of ‘Running Up That Hill’  by Kate Bush has been a pleasant surprise to those of us who remember the song first time round, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

DJing continues to be at the heart of hip-hop and dance music in 2022, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

He was one of Cork’s all-time greatest music artists, and will be missed, says Stevie G in his Downtown column 

Kendrick Lamar: Mr Morale & the Big Steppers is rap genius and a landmark album, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

The new wave of Cork talent emerging is very exciting, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

There are hardly any left, but the music takes us away from all our troubles and strife, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

So much to look forward to in Cork, and in Ireland, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

Much of the musical innovation of now (and probably tomorrow) is coming from areas that are not traditionally hotbeds of music, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

It’s no surprise that many of the nominated artists don’t even bother to turn up any more, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

Award show meltdowns are par for the course in the rap game, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

The city that once hosted stadium shows by Michael Jackson, Prince, and U2, is about to host some great gigs again, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

It’s incredible that we have so many nightclubs and venues lying vacant in the city, says STEVIE G

Young DJ and rapper Peter Kelly made a big impression on the music scene in Cork, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

The explosion of drill music in Ireland has been incredible, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

It’s still hard to believe that the restrictions are now mostly gone, and the music industry can go back to doing what it is does best, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

1971: The year that music changed everything is a brilliant snapshot of an important year for music, and many of these wonderful songs and albums still sound amazing, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

It’s his sound and it’s his time, and as an artist who only turns 32 next month, it’s been an impressive rise to the top of the pop world, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

The city is ideally placed to be a great hub for music events, with the new Marina Park - and other great parks - being ideal venues, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

2021 was a devastating year for the music industry, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

It was a strong year for music, but I'll narrow it down to my favourite 10, says Stevie G in his Downtown column 

The appearance together of music rivals Kanye West and Drake was a much-hyped event, and Ye is still arguably the most important figure in hip-hop, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

The few nightclubs that are left will now have to wait until 2022 to reopen and some are unlikely to make it, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

Cork DJ Stevie G was recently announced as New Diversity and Inclusion Facilitator with theatre company Corcadorca, writes JENNIFER HORGAN, who catches up with The Echo’s Downtown columnist

Sometimes in music, there's reward in seeking out some of the lesser-known trailblazers, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

Next summer is already looking good with more announcements to come, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

Horrific images coming from the Travis Scott Astroworld concert tragedy last weekend will live long in the memory, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

Cork Jazz Festival show the potential for the city to have more weekend focused music festivals, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

After a long and bitter legal battle, all of Aaliyah's music is finally available to the masses, on streaming services, says Stevie G

2021 is halfway gone, but it doesn’t look like it will be remembered as one of the more iconic music years of the century, unless something spectacular happens soon, so says Stevie G

There doesn’t seem to be any roadmap regarding how we are going to get the music industry started again, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

In his Downtown column this week, Stevie G reflects on the impact Andrew Mac Donagh had on the Cork music scene, following his passing

One thing that Cork hasn't been lacking during the pandemic is new music, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

Publican Benny McCabe will return the venue to its glory days as a cinema, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

I'm looking forward to Cosha's new album, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

It's a sound that can't be stopped, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

Young people need an escape; we all do! But let's do it right and use the expertise available to us, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

It's been a spectacular year for new music in Ireland, and there's loads of good anthems out, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

Music videos and photography have had a powerful impact, and have been very important in helping develop music icons for decades, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

With a Cork collaboration on his track, 12-year-old rapper Mc Abdul (MCA Rap) has gone viral with a passionate freestyle about his situation in Gaza, and he has to be heard, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

If you haven't heard her yet, you've got to check her out, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

Online events were the theme of 2020 but by summer 2021 we want to get back to live shows. Let's hope it happens soon, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

The Irish drill scene has exploded in the last few years, and it's bubbling along nicely in Cork, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

The legacy of Prince seems stronger than ever, five years after his death, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

As we pedestrianise 17 city streets we have a chance to make Cork City a vibrant cultural hub for the people and for visitors, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

As he fights for his life, Stevie G in his Downtown column reflects on the rapper's career

Enda Gallery is a really special artist, crafting his own music and helping others, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

"My Tribe” is proof that brave, entertaining, educational music television is possible at peak time, says Stevie G in his Downtown column

It’s been a year since the music venues shut their doors and it could be another year before things return to anything resembling normal again, says Stevie G in his Downtown column