2022-12-02 Kynsy - Workmans Cellar, Dublin

The first time I saw Kynsy play was back in a barn at Knockanstockan 2019. There was something about her that caught my attention. Was it the music or the bright blue hair? Who knows, but I took note and made sure to follow her socials.

Here we are, over three years later, and Kynsy is, without doubt, one of the rising stars of the Irish music scene. Tonight, is the third time I've seen her perform live this year. A little excessive? Perhaps, but when you know the gig is going to be brilliant, it's an easy decision to make, and tonight's gig was indeed brilliant.

The Workmans Cellar is a warm, sweaty room with a low ceiling and a small stage. It was a crowded affair packed with Kynsy fans who knew all the words to all the songs and sang along all night long.

What a way to kick off the Christmas season of gigs! Oh, and if I get the chance to next year, I'll go see Kynsy multiple times in 2023! I suggest you do the same also.

Setlist:

Elephant in the Room
Happiness Isn't a Fixed State
Point of You
Mr. Nice Guy
Dog Videos
Thumb Wars
New Year
Saturday
Simple Life
Cold Blue Light

Now for a few photographs:

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