Wifeswap

Wifeswap is the project of Offaly native Joe Brody, based in Dublin. Currently working on the release of a new EP recorded by Michael Bell in Start Together (Belfast), they have supported local legends such as Yard and Nerves, as well as international heroes like Pete Doherty (The Libertines) and Been Stellar.

The band consists of Joe Brody (vocals, guitar, songwriting), Jasper Ryan (guitar), Cian Bates (bass) and Lorcan Connolly (drums), all from different parts of the country, finding their way together in college. Their lead single, ‘Inertia’, speaks about isolation and loneliness, with dissonant guitars and a spoken-word delivery. Their 7’’ double A-side record “Spiritus Mundi/Happy Days”, which was accompanied by a sold-out Whelan’s upstairs show, is a testament to their DIY ethos and electric live sound.

Combining art rock & literary influences, Wifeswap debuted in October 2022 at a sold-out Workman’s Cellar gig. Since then, they’ve taken to the main stage at Whelan’s Ones to Watch festivals & multiple times at The Workman’s Club bank holiday events curated by Trevor Dietz (Manager, Fontaines D.C.), carving their niche in the independent Dublin scene.