All-ages gig got Flaws

MUSIC NEWS : The Flaws will headline a new youth music festival in Balbriggan this Monday.

MUSIC NEWS: The Flaws will headline a new youth music festival in Balbriggan this Monday.

Nitrogen, an alcohol-free event, is organised by the Balbriggan Youth Committee. Ten acts, including young local bands Gunrunner, Jamaican Vampires and Demented, as well as a high- profile secret guest, make up the bill. The event runs from noon-9pm, is open to people aged 13-21 and costs €15. Call 01-8496708 for tickets.

Lauren Murphy

Lauren Murphy

Lauren Murphy is a freelance journalist and broadcaster. She writes about music and the arts for The Irish Times