Early Riser This year’s BudRising festival takes place in Dublin from June 1 to June 7. Throughout the week, there will be a variety of established and not-so-established international acts playing – with up to 11 gigs a night across 23 venues. Full details will be announced soon. As part of the festival, new Irish bands can get a chance to play on a number of stages – from outdoor shows to high-profile support slots – by entering the EarlyRiser new band competition. To enter, simply send a CD with no more than four original songs plus a brief biog to EarlyRiser, PO Box 7808, Dublin 2 before Thursday May 10. Selections will be made by a panel of industry figures and winners will be notified by May 20. How do I enter? Send a CD with three original tracks to the address below. No covers! Please include a short biography and a photo if you want. Correct contact details (mobile, landline and e-mail) are also necessary. All entrants must be available to play between June 1 2005 and June 7 2005 inclusive. Where do I send it to? EarlyRiser, PO Box 7808 Dublin 2. To ensure you CD arrives safe and sound, please send it in a padded envelope. Please note: CDs cannot be returned. All entrants must be aged 18 or over. When is the closing date? May 10, 2005. Who are the judges? A panel of music industry figures will make the decision – and their decision is final! How will I know if I’m a winner? All entrants will be notified regardless of whether they are winners or not. Winners will be announced on the BudRising website and in national media. Good luck!