Madra Rua Rock

Madra Rua Rock is a Hard Rock band based in Dublin, Ireland, performing tributes to all-time rock and pop classics with a hard rock and heavy metal edge.

Their electrifying performance features a wide-ranging and custom setlist spanning all decades, designed to please diverse audiences and make any event shine.

The band is actively performing in the Irish music scene, predominantly in Dublin, with plans to expand nationwide and internationally in the near future. Madra Rua has been invited to play at weddings, private parties and corporate events. They have been one of the resident bands at the Hard Rock Café Dublin and have played in legendary music halls in town, such as Fibber Magees, The Foggy Dew, Arlington Hotel, The Sound House Dublin, among other pubs and music venues.

We're bringing the thunder to many pubs, parties and venues in Dublin, Ireland, and the next can be yours! Prepare for a high-octane set featuring all your favourite rock classics, performed with our signature energetic flair and a commitment to quality rendition. A madraruarock gig isn't just a show, it's an immersive experience designed for true rock fans. Grab your mates for an unforgettable night!

The name Madra Rua means “Red Dog” (or fox) in Irish Gaelic, and the band says that “it reflects our love for Ireland, as well as our respect for its rich and artistic culture, musical, poetic, and resistance traditions”.

After repeated requests at their gigs for original songs and a presence on streaming platforms, the band released their debut single, “For Today,” in February 2026. The track is part of a series of singles that will form their first album.

Madra Rua is: Kevin Tricanico (Vocals), JB Guitar (lead Guitars), Howdy Johnny (Bass), and Ricky Moustache (drums).