The Consulate General of Ireland Los Angeles and Irish Screen America partnering with Virgin Media Dublin International Film Festival are delighted to bring you a dynamic programme of the best contemporary Irish Hip Hop + R&B music videos in Ireland today. Curated for the 2021 Festival by producer Michael Donnelly V and musician Erica Cody, Playback presents 12 music videos alongside specially-recorded interviews with the featured film directors and music artists. This project showcases the vibrant, energetic creativity of the talents involved and gives them a platform to discuss their process, style and collaborations.

Please note: this film contains strobe effects and flashing lights. Viewer discretion is advised.

Irish Hip Hop and R&B bands featured in this program include:

Mango X Mathman (Feat. Irena Drezi)

Biig Piig

Kojaque

James Vincent McMorrow

Tolu Makay

Loah & Bantum

Gemma Dunleavy

Jafaris

Rejjie Snow, Snoh Aalegra & Cam O'Bi