AfterHours presents: NewEra with special guest Ryan Ennis
NewEra are an Irish dance music duo made up of Ben Williams and Karl Durkan, who emerged in 2023 and quickly gained attention with their melodic, feel-good house sound and viral online presence.
Blending uplifting piano house with modern electronic production, the pair broke through with their debut hit “Birds In The Sky,” which amassed tens of millions of streams across platforms and spent multiple weeks in the charts. Their rapid rise attracted industry attention, leading to a signing with Warner Music in late 2023.
Since their breakout, NewEra have built a strong online following and accumulated 100+ million views across social media and streaming platforms, with their music featured on radio, TV, and major playlists. Their tracks have been showcased on shows such as Love Island All Stars, exposing their sound to millions of viewers.
Known for energetic DJ sets and crowd-driven performances, the duo have appeared at major Irish events and festivals, including Longitude Festival, while also holding radio residencies and club performances across Ireland and the UK.
Continuing to release new material and collaborate with vocalists and artists across the dance scene, NewEra are part of a new wave of Irish electronic acts bringing melodic club music to global audiences.