Finding your Niche in a Sea of Indie Rock Bands 

By Sarah Donoghue Since the beginning of the indie scene, local venues have been bursting at the seams with rock bands and their heavy drums and electric guitars. Many people discount the scene thinking it’...

SMEDIAS 2025 FAQS

FAQs: How many nominees are announced per category? 5. Do submission guidelines vary by category? Yes, some categories have specific submission guidelines that are different to the others. Keep a close e...

The Most Romantic Rendezvous in 2025

By Ruth Cawley With Valentine’s Day over, it is finally acceptable to stop acting like your partner is perfect and admit that they pissed you off on the day. Now is the perfect chance to get them to make it...

5 Songs for the Lonely Valentine Effect

By Kelly Smyth While we await summer, the Irish weather makes sure to punish us. Blistering winds, biting cold, and lashings of rain can leave you feeling deflated- and that’s ok! It might be made even more...

Why The Last of Us 2 is Worth Revisiting 

By Charlie Kendellen With HBO’s The Last of Us season two coming this summer, there is no better time to replay the controversial (and wildly misunderstood) original game. Upon its initial release in 2020, ...

Newspaper Of The Year Submission Guidelines

Awarded to the newspaper that sustains the highest quality of journalism, editorial standards, production values, and overall professionalism despite budgetary and other limitations. Submit three links to t...

Editor of the Year-Submission Guidelines

Awarded to the editor of any publication to show commitment, enthusiasm, and editorial insight as reflected by the publication. Submit three links to three issues published since February 2024. If you have ...

Photographer Of The Year Submission Guidelines

Awarded to one individual for an outstanding sample of photography produced since February 2024. The judges will be looking for excellence in composition, subject matter and startling images. This category ...