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Duke Special " Songs From the Deep Forest " 20th AnniversaryDublin · Sun 13 Dec 2026

20:00 local time
WhelansDublin
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Duke Special " Songs From the Deep Forest " 20th Anniversary takes place at Whelans, Dublin on Sunday 13 December 2026, starting at 20:00 local time.

It is listed as Rock / Alternative Rock (Concerts).

Doors open at 20:00.

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Nearest station
St. Stephen's Green · Tram stop · 400 m · 6 min walk
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Duke Special at Whelans: show day guide

Doors open
20:00
Show starts
20:00
Duke Special on stage(est.)
20:00
Set length(est.)
1 hr, 35 mins
Expected finish(est.)
21:35
Getting there
St. Stephen's Green, 400 m (6 min walk)
Parking
Parking on Wexford Street and surrounding areas.

Estimated from the headliner's recent setlists and a typical running order. Venues publish exact stage times on the day, so check before you travel.

Know before you go

Doors open
20:00
Ticket limit
9 per person, per household
Please note
Over 18s - ID required.

What to expect: recent setlist

From Future Yard, Birkenhead on 2 June 2026

  1. 1Fake Piano
  2. 2Guilty Man
  3. 3Foolish Gold
  4. 4Dumb Commuter
  5. 5Zbo's House
  6. 6I Let You Down
  7. 7The Spirit As It Was
  8. 8Wake Up Scarlett
  9. 9Everybody Wants a Little Something
  10. 10Brixton Leaves
  11. 11Our Love Goes Deeper Than This
  12. 12Freewheel
  13. 13No Cover Up
  14. 14Portrait
  15. 15Last Night I Nearly Died (but I Woke Up Just in Time)
  16. 16Ballad of a Broken Man
  17. 17Salvation Tambourine
  18. 18Something Might Happen
  19. 19Slip of a Girl
  20. 20This Could Be My Last Day
  21. 21Shining Light (Ash)
  22. 22Flight of the Sparrow

Most played songs on this tour

  • Everybody Wants a Little Something×9
  • Zbo's House×8
  • Last Night I Nearly Died (but I Woke Up Just in Time)×8
  • Ballad of a Broken Man×8
  • Something Might Happen×8
  • Dumb Commuter×7
  • I Let You Down×7
  • Brixton Leaves×7
  • Freewheel×7
  • Salvation Tambourine×7

Setlist data: setlist.fm · Duke Special

Line-up

About Duke Special

Duke Special is an Irish songwriter and performer based in Belfast, Northern Ireland. A piano-based songwriter with a romantic style and a warm, distinctly accented voice, he was previously known for his distinctive long dreadlocks, eyeliner and outfits he describes as "hobo chic". Nowadays, he performs mostly out of makeup and desires to be more like his true self. His live performances have a theatrical style inspired by Vaudeville and music hall, and often incorporate 78s played on an old-fashioned gramophone, or sound effects from a transistor radio. He is most often accompanied by percussionist "Temperance Society" Chip Bailey, who plays cheese graters and egg whisks, a Stumpf fiddle and a Shruti box, as well as the more typical drums and cymbals. Other musicians who perform with Wilson from time to time include Paul Pilot (guitar), Réa Curran, Ben Castle, Ben Hales, Gareth Williams, "Professor" Ger Eaton (keyboards), Dan Donnelly and Serge Archibald III.

Source: Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Venue: Whelans

25 Wexford St, Dublin, Dublin 2
🧭 DirectionsVenue guide
Parking
Parking on Wexford Street and surrounding areas.
Accessible seating
The venue and bar are wheelchair accessible.
Venue rules
* No Video Cameras. * House rules apply.
Children
Whelans is strictly over 18s

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Duke Special " Songs From the Deep Forest " 20th Anniversary: FAQs

When is Duke Special " Songs From the Deep Forest " 20th Anniversary?

Duke Special " Songs From the Deep Forest " 20th Anniversary is scheduled for Sunday 13 December 2026 at 20:00 local time.

Where is Duke Special " Songs From the Deep Forest " 20th Anniversary taking place?

At Whelans, 25 Wexford St, Dublin Dublin 2.

How much are tickets for Duke Special " Songs From the Deep Forest " 20th Anniversary?

The ticket seller has not published a price range. Open the official listing to see current prices and available seats.

What time do doors open?

Doors open at 20:00 local time.

Is there parking at Whelans?

Parking on Wexford Street and surrounding areas.

What songs will Duke Special play?

At their most recent show (2 June 2026, Birkenhead) Duke Special played 22 songs, including Fake Piano, Guilty Man, Foolish Gold, Dumb Commuter, and Zbo's House.

Does Duke Special have other upcoming dates?

Yes — Duke Special has 7 upcoming dates, including London (24 Oct), Belfast (14 Nov), and Cork (28 Nov).

What time does Duke Special go on stage?

Duke Special is expected on stage around 20:00. The show itself starts at 20:00 local time.

How long is Duke Special's set?

Recent shows ran to 22 songs, about 1 hr, 35 mins on stage, so expect to finish around 21:35.

Duke Special " Songs From the Deep Forest " 20th Anniversary

Sun 13 Dec 2026 · from €12

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