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CTRL_ALT_WEX Racket and Noise! A festival from us, for us! Now, not when or if! Join us for a showcase from Wexford’s explosive underground music scene. The Persons Unknown collective are thrilled to present a taste of the huge local variety of new and exhilarating sonic experiences brewing up in Wexford. No matter who or what you are, no matter what subculture you identify with, there will be YOUR music that is going to be played on the day. Be inspired! Come on down, bring your friends, and revel with us in the feast that is Wexford’s underground!

THE ZONAI A flagship Punk outfit, they set the stage alight as complete newcomers at the 2025 Wexford Punk Festival. Hailing from Wexford Town, the Zonai have since played a series of blistering gigs and are currently working on recordings of their original songs. Experience the tour de force of vintage and contemporary Punk Rock for which the Zonai are famed! @thezonai

FULLSTOP This outfit from New Ross is rapidly making a name for themselves in the county and justifiably so. An all-female act that truly embraces what stage presence is meant to be, coupled with a hard-hitting set that effortlessly taps into the last five decades of alternative and underground music. Don’t miss this performance under any circumstance! @fullstop.theband

12 GAUGE OUTRAGE Originating from Enniscorthy, this well-entrenched act is a true onslaught of heavy new-age thrash-inspired riffs, melodic leads, and aggressive vocals. With this distinct mix, they have created a thunderous wall of sound, appealing to contemporary Metal aficionados as well as anyone into high-octane shows in general. It always leaves one craving for more, absolutely! @12gaugeoutrage

BOWZY Using their self-professed love of kebabs as their Instagram handle, clearly establishes that this raw high-energy Punk bluster reeks and oozes of street credibility. A Yellowbelly DIY duo that presumably had all sorts of promotion materials prior to ever playing their first gig in 2025, Bowzy are the living proof why Punk can/will never die! @bowzylovekebabs

GREAT QUESTION This is the newest exciting addition to Wexford’s underground scene. Rumours suggest that the group is comprised of some of Wexford’s finest young and rising music talents. All tried and tested by previous and current engagements in revered Wexford acts. A debut that will undoubtedly set the bar another notch higher!

BAD MOTHERS UNION Yes, yes, and yes… this milestone of Wexford underground bliss graces the Arts Centre after more than a decade, possibly more like 20 years, absence. With a brand-new release and a score of live shows they will promote their own take on Post- and Psychedelic-Rock. A veritable torrent with definite drone and noise appeal, no better way to start it all off, for real! @badmothersunion