Skinner

Skinner, the creative project of Dublin-based artist Aaron Corcoran, is heading to Brighton this spring as part of the tour for his debut album, New Wave Vaudeville. Released in January 2025 under Faction Records, the record takes its name from the experimental variety shows held at New York’s 57 Club during the late seventies. Corcoran’s approach is very much hands-on; he writes, records, and produces his own material, often focusing on the complexities of navigating a "dirt-streaked" 21st-century existence. Musically, the project pulls from a specific lineage of no wave and post-punk, citing the influence of acts like The B52s and James Chance and the Contortions, while also incorporating the darker, alternative rock textures associated with bands like Morphine and the Pixies.

The performance will take place on Saturday, 30 May, at The Prince Albert, located at 48 Trafalgar Street. This is a JOY. presentation, with the evening running from 20:00 until 23:00. As is standard for the venue, this is an 18+ event. The Prince Albert’s upstairs space provides a fitting backdrop for this style of music, which balances raw energy with the more structured elements of alt-rock. Corcoran’s work often deals with themes of growth and resilience, delivered through a sound that feels both nostalgic for the New York underground and firmly rooted in the contemporary Dublin DIY scene. It’s a sound that manages to be quite personal while maintaining a certain grit.

For those looking into tickets, the event is being coordinated through external booking sites including AXS and Data Thistle. At the moment, the specific ticket price is listed as to be confirmed, though the links for reservations are already being circulated. The timing of the show—landing on a Saturday night—makes it a central part of the local weekend schedule for anyone following the current wave of post-punk coming out of Ireland. It’s a chance to see how the studio-produced sounds of the debut record translate to a live setting, especially given the diverse range of influences Corcoran brings to his production. The mix of sax-heavy no wave and guitar-driven alt-rock should make for an interesting contrast in such an intimate setting.