“Dreaming My Dreams With You” a brand new 7-track album/compilation released yesterday on most streaming platforms (Spotify, Deezer, Apple Music…). Possibly something in the same style as the “Wrapped Around Your Finger” EP… and just in time for Valentine’s day (?)
Let’s wait for a possible official announcement….
Special thanks to Spuddy on Twitter/X for the info!
Dolores’ 2nd solo album “No Baggage” will be released for the very first time on vinyl (transparent violet) for Record Store Day on 12 April 2025. The official RSD25 release list has dropped today and the LP was also confirmed/announced on Dolores’ socials (Facebook, Instagram) run by her family.
Emmett Gleeson shared today on the Facebook public group Limerick City Citizens, a photo of his late brother Liam where you can see in the background a very little Dolores, more or less the same as the “In The End” inside photo. In the comments you can read possibly 1978!
January 14, 2025 | Comments Off on Video for “102” by Kellie Lewis out at midnight (UPDATED) | by Axl | Other News
As announced by Kellie Lewis on Instagram, the music video for “102” will be out at midnight tonight. The tribute song to Dolores is already available as audio on streaming platforms for 3 months.
January 13, 2025 | Comments Off on Web Band tribute to Dolores O’Riordan | by Axl | Other News
As announced on Instagram, on 19 January 2025 at 9pm, will be broadcast the traditional tribute to Dolores O’Riordan by Cranberries Brasil and Web Band. The broadcast will be on their YouTube channel.
Two minutes of the Garvey sisters belting out “When You’re Gone” by The Cranberries on “Bad Sisters” season 2 episode 5 (starts at 26:15). The video was shared last month on YouTube on the official account of Apple TV. Season 2 is now streaming on Apple TV+
Special thanks to DoloresORiordanSpain for noticing!
December 23, 2024 | Comments Off on AUDIO: FM Broadcast recorded in Mannheim in June 1993 | by Axl | The Cranberries
Another great share on dimeadozen.org today. Please note that you have to be a member of the site to view the page and download.
A rare performance from The Cranberries recorded at Rosengarten Musensaal in Mannheim (Germany) on 7 June 1993 supporting the band Hothouse Flowers on their “Songs From The Rain Tour 93”
6 songs out of 18 were broadcast on the SWF3 radio station.
Special thanks to ElvisP for sharing this gem and Luis Hernández for noticing.
Special thanks to Cranberries Italia for sharing the first images of the book “A River Runs Through It”. Noel chose the album “Life Sparks” by Woodstar. More details about the book in the previous post here.
The 7″ vinyl was shipped early (it was supposed to be shipped today) and many fans already received it this week. First images appeared on discogs and a few fansites. Special thanks to them.
Discogs:
John Massaro on Facebook group DOR And TC Collection:
It never stops! Hot Topic added 3 more t-shirts and 1 hoodie to their Cranberries licensed collection this month. Urban Outfitters (Europe) just added 1 t-shirt, same for Urban Outfitters (USA) but a different shirt than the one in Europe, and the BPM (Basic Pleasure Mode) store based in UK has 1 t-shirt as well. Will there be more like this each month!?
A new book will be launched next week about the Limerick music scene. “A River Runs Through It” by Keith Kelly features photos of musicians holding their favorite albums alongside famous Limerick landmarks, including our dear Noel Hogan among many other local artists.
The book will go on sale on 1 December 2024 exclusively in Limerick in O’Mahonys Booksellers, Steamboat Music, Downbeat Records and People’s Museum. No information yet about the book being available for national and international readers!
To celebrate Singles Day 2024, “Linger [Iain Cook Remix]” is coming to vinyl, limited to 1,500 numbered units and to US only. Available to pre-order on the official store of Island Records. Ships on 29 November 2024. (edit: now available for shipping internationally, as announced by the band on socials)
November 3, 2024 | Comments Off on 2 more Cranberries T-Shirts in Hot Topic stores | by Axl | The Cranberries
After 3 T-Shirts recently sold in their stores and online (2 of them are now out of stock), the American fast fashion store “Hot Topic” just added 2 more Cranberries tees, both one-side print… and still under official license!
As reported in several Irish media today, Kellie Lewis – who was mentored by Dolores on The Voice of Ireland 2014 – released a new single called “102” to pay homage to Dolores and her “magic here on earth” as she explained to Hot Press
“She believed in me and I miss her everyday. I’ve tried to write many songs in honour of Dolores but it took some time to compose the perfect tribute. I feel grateful that I ever had the chance to experience Dolores’ magic here on earth. She was incredibly kind and funny and talented beyond belief. A true rock star, I was honoured to ever share space with her. Everything I feel is in 102; it spilled out of my heart and into this song. Writing it was healing, making it was healing, listening to it was healing.”
The lyrics and orchestration of the song are likely to convey powerful and raw emotions for fans among us who share Kellie’s sense of loss, as this sumptuous “ode to Dolores” embodies the impact she had on the lives of those who either simply listened to her, or those who were blessed to know her.
The Dolores O’Riordan Estate posted the below message on Facebook
I Love Limerick describes the track as “not just a tribute – it’s a reflection of admiration, inspiration, and the lasting impact of an unforgettable friendship.“
Most striking review comes from Éire Look on Instagram
“102” is available on streaming platforms and YouTube (audio)
“Life Of The Record” interviewed Fergal Lawler and Stephen Street for the 30th anniversary of “No Need To Argue”. Listen to the audio and/or read notes and transcript.
Message posted on The Cranberries socials (Facebook, TwitterX, Instagram).
And for the occasion, you have 30% off the Zombie collection during the next 4 days at the band’s official store.
Unlike the H&M shirt, this one has no copyright vertically written beside the band photo nor inside close to the tag (or simply not visible on their pics), but quite for sure this is an official tee… well (?)
Unfortunately gap.com based in the US doesn’t ship outside the country. So select one of their 21 international websites and check if the shirt is available there or instore… chances are low!
User ScottishTeeVee shared on YouTube yesterday a rarely before seen video of The Cranberries performing “Just My Imagination” at the “TMF Awards” in Belgium in 1999.
As always with this user on each of his videos, too many tags pooring the screen everywhere, all the time… many thanks for sharing this gem anyway!
September 10, 2024 | Comments Off on Rare photo with The Cranberries in Mexico 1994 | by Axl | The Cranberries
The public figure (as described on Facebook) Charlie Contigo who seems to be working for the radio station El Lobo 106.1 in Mexico, shared on Facebook and Instagram a couple of days ago for Dolores’ birthday, a rare photo of him with the band in Mexico in December 1994.
September 9, 2024 | Comments Off on ITW: Fergal & Iain Cook on “The Story Behind The Song” | by Axl | The Cranberries
Consequence Podcast – The Story Behind The Song
The story behind The Cranberries classic “Linger” and CHVRCHES Iain Cook’s remix.
Interview with Fergal and Iain Cook.
“No Baggage” now licensed to BMG Rights Management UK is back on streaming platformswith 3 bonus tracks. As you may know, the album was unavailable on these platforms for many many years…
A few fans already noticed it earlier today/yesterday (special thanks to Dan Steward in particular) and it was officially announced on this special day by Dolores Estate on socials (Facebook, Twitter X, Instagram).
The 3 bonus tracks are already known by the fans:
“You Set Me On Fire” was released as bonus track exclusive on amazon.com
“Loser (New Version)” was released as bonus track exclusive on iTunes (US)
“I Want You” was released on the “Switch Off The Moment” promotional CD
The Cranberries have announced on their socials (Facebook, TwitterX, Instagram) the release of a Sped-Up version of “Linger” on all streaming platforms. A simple search on these platforms with the words Cranberries + Sped Up…. and 4 more songs, all available now and not yet announced by the band, are revealed: Dreams, Zombie, Sunday, Ode To My Family.
For your information, many songs by many different artists already received the sped-up treatment on social media like TikTok these days, so like it or not (judging by all the negative comments everywhere) the band and the record company just followed the trend to remain in touch with the younger generations.
The American fast fashion company “Urban Outfitters” is selling 5 Cranberries t-shirts instore and online with international delivery available to 70+ countries. 3 for the US market and 2 for the UK/Europe market.
Just like the other fast fashion stores selling Cranberries tees, theirs are all for women and under license to Nylon Merchandising LTD as well… it seems the UK (London based) merchandising company has licensed a lot of Cranberries tees this year (and counting?)
August 11, 2024 | Comments Off on 3 Cranberries T-Shirts in Hot Topic stores and online | by Axl | The Cranberries
The American fast fashion company “Hot Topic” is selling 3 Cranberries t-shirts instore and online with international delivery available to 150+ countries.
Just like H&M, they are under license to Nylon Merchandising LTD and one-side print only… and still girls t-shirts (boyfriend fit).
“Bob’s Bar” in Durrow, Ireland, has a brand new mural / stage background featuring Dolores O’Riordan among 9 Irish artists. Paul Murphy, the artist and hand painter, shared a photo on Instagram yesterday.
The Canadian clothing store Sirens/Urban Planet is selling a Cranberries t-shirt as well… unfortunately for Canadian residents only! It’s unclear whether you can buy it online only or in-store as well.
The Cranberries are part of the “Graphic Boyfriend T-Shirt” collection with the artwork/cover of “Zombie” and featuring among bands like Blondie, The Beatles, Metallica, Sex Pistols, Bon Jovi, The Rolling Stones… to name just a few. The collection is for women and pretty much in the same style of the H&M one. One-side print and notice the tag with the band logo!
Unlike H&M, their Cranberries tee has no copyright (just like most of their band shirts by the way), so we are not too sure this one is 100% official and under license. However, let’s note that the fashion brand is now quite big in Canada with 100+ shops across the country, hence we can’t imagine this t-shirt being a counterfeit one!
Color: White Size: S to XL Price: $16.00 (2 for $25)
Special thanks to cranfandy for the info and the last photo.
H&M recently dropped a Cranberries T-Shirt in the “Women’s Graphic & Printed T-Shirts” section. Under license to Nylon Merchandising LTD and one-side print only.
The Cranberries are part of the “Oversized Printed T-Shirt” collection among bands like Joy Division, Deftones, Nine Inch Nails, Sex Pistols, AC/DC, The Rolling Stones, Nirvana to name just a few…
Available both online and in-stores, “Light Beige” color only from XXS to XXXXL.
Price: +/- $15.00 / €15.00
July 18, 2024 | Comments Off on “One Day” soundtrack featuring “Dreams” is coming to vinyl | by Axl | The Cranberries
The full soundtrack for Netflix series “One Day” featuring “Dreams” by The Cranberries will be released on double vinyl on 25 October 2024 via UMR.
You can already pre-order it on Amazon UK
Price: £29.99
TRACKLIST
Side 1
Jamie Principle – Your Love
Inner City – Good Life
Soul II Soul Ft. Caron Wheeler – Back To Life (However Do You Want Me)
Stereo MC’s – Step It Up
Nightcrawlers – Push The Feeling On (Radio Mix)
Side 2
Cameo – Candy (7” Version)
Sweet Female Attitude – Flowers (Sunship Radio Edit)
Crowded House – Weather With You The Cranberries – Dreams
Vanbur – Falling Colour
Anne Nikitin, Jessica Jones and Tim Morrish – Dex and Em (from the Original Score)
Side 3
Joan Armatrading – Love And Affection
Nico – These Days
The Fall – Bill Is Dead
Rotary Connection – I Am The Black Gold Of The Sun
Irma Thomas – Anyone Who Knows What Love Is (Will Understand)
Side 4
Nick Drake – Northern Sky
Longpigs – On & On
Elbow – Asleep In The Back
Beth Gibbons, Rustin Man – Show
Jeff Buckley – Lilac Wine
Anne Nikitin, Jessica Jones and Tim Morrish – As If She Was Still Here (from the Original Score)
July 7, 2024 | Comments Off on Rebroadcast: “Salvation” on Top Of The Pops in 1996 | by Axl | The Cranberries
The BBC 4 is still repeating original Top Of The Pops programmes. After Linger, Dreams and Zombie last year, the episode with “Salvation” first broadcast on 18 April 1996 aired 2 weeks ago.
For UK residents the episode is available another 2 weeks on the BBC iPlayer up to 1080p50. For the rest of the world the performance was shared on YouTube by user TopOfThePopsFan. A great upgrade for many fans!
July 4, 2024 | Comments Off on Chvrches’ Iain Cook remixes “Linger” | by Axl | The Cranberries
Scottish musician Iain Cook, composer, producer, and member of the pop band Chvrches made a remix of “Linger” by deconstructing the original and reassembling it, keeping intact the vocal melody of Dolores.
Officially approved by The Cranberries, Fergal said in a statement posted on the band’s socials (TwitterX, Instagram), “Iain did an outstanding job in remixing Linger. He reimagined the song completely, creating a fresh and upbeat version of this classic”
Well… this may not be the most important news ever for all the Cranberries fans -we are aware of that- but at least we can enjoy a recent photo of our dear Fergal smiling with his new pedals!
For more details, read the post shared yesterday on Instagram by Cranberries fan Tomasz Knapik who built the pedals.