The Dirty 9s can't sit still. As they immerse themselves in the writing process, they are also gearing up to the release of 'Hey', a live favorite.
This became a song where fans would get up onstage with the band, play tambourines, shout into the mics and dance around, ending their gigs with the type of chaos that makes live music such a unique experience.

2010 was a seminal year for the band, releasing their debut album "Stop screaming, Start dreaming" described by State.ie as "a record of youthful endeavour..bags of promise".
A year long tour (including Electric Picnic/HWCH/Arthurs Day) which saw them become a thrilling live act culminated in a showcase at Canadian Music Week 2011 at Toronto's legendary Horseshoe Tavern made possible by FMC and Culture Ireland.

In May 2010, The Dirty 9s recorded a World cup song supporting Argentina called, "The Ballad of El Diego". The song featured an operatic vocal performance by David Scott. The song was released by Indiecator records as part of their World cup album 'Fast Forward'. The song was described as a 'ludicrously catchy, horn-soaked Argentine anthem' by The Guardian and as 'appropriately, unhinged, OTT and rather magnificent' by Eamon Sweeney in the Sunday Independent.

Inspired by two years of music, life and touring, The Dirty 9s are rejuvenated as they head back into the studio. Expect to hear more of the virtuoso skills of violinist Keith Brett, more truth, humanity and depth will be found in Fergal Moloney's lyrics, as the rhythms of Foals and Friendly Fires inspire Paul Rice to take the songs higher than before while Cian McCarthy's furious guitar playing grows ever more cutting and expansive.

The Dirty 9s are:

Vocals/Guitars - Fergal Moloney
Lead Guitar - Cian McCarthy
Keyboards/Violin/Bass -Keith Brett
Drums/Percussion - Paul Rice

contact : thedirty9s@hotmail.com