Whiskeys & Strings at the Sunflower Bar this July
Bushmills ® Irish Whiskey has collaborated with two local guitar masters to bring the next event in the #AnswerTheCall series to life. Guitar-maker George Lowden of Lowden Guitars who has been at the forefront of his craft for 40 years … Continue reading Whiskeys & Strings at the Sunflower Bar this July
Dermot Kennedy set for the Limelight Belfast
Dublin’s Dermot Kennedy has announced his biggest European headlining tour to date this September and October, which includes a show at Belfast’s Limelight 2 on Sunday October 8th 2017. The tour follows a busy spring and summer that included sold-out … Continue reading Dermot Kennedy set for the Limelight Belfast
Niall Horan embarks on worldwide tour starting in Dublin
Fresh from the global success of his smash hit “Slow Hands,” Niall Horan today announces that he will embark on the “Flicker Sessions 2017”, kicking off in Dublin’s Olympia Theatre on 29th August 2017. Horan has spent the past year … Continue reading Niall Horan embarks on worldwide tour starting in Dublin
Review: Bear Skin – Blame it on My Father
The expert intro of Blame it on My Father by Bear Skin hooks you at the onset. Bluesy alt-rock blows in like a train barreling through a dusty old town. A sophisticated single showcasing spirited riffs with dark and insightful … Continue reading Review: Bear Skin – Blame it on My Father
Sunflowerfest 2017 daily breakdown
With just one month to go until Northern Ireland’s only 3-day festival of music and arts returns for its ‘most ambitious festival yet’, we’re offering a first look at the day-by-day breakdown of the artists and attractions across the weekend … Continue reading Sunflowerfest 2017 daily breakdown
Lough Lively Sessions coming to Portaferry
Portico in Portaferry is the venue for an exciting new series of traditional and folk music events which will be taking place from this July to October. The Lough Lively sessions comprises of six separate music events, all featuring top … Continue reading Lough Lively Sessions coming to Portaferry
Switchfoot announce headline Limelight Belfast show
Californian alt-rockers Switchfoot are pleased to announce a headline show at Limelight 1, Belfast on 28th October 2017. The band’s 10th album release ‘Where the Light Shines Through’ marked a return to the indie world after a lengthy major-label run … Continue reading Switchfoot announce headline Limelight Belfast show
Review: Cormac O Caoimh – Shiny Silvery Things
Cormac O Caoimh has recently released his fourth solo album, Shiny Silvery Things. Cormac’s previous releases have undeniably been concept albums, but this time he has opted to divert away from this style and try something different. Or is he … Continue reading Review: Cormac O Caoimh – Shiny Silvery Things
Metal outfit Skid Row announce Belfast show
Heavy metal titans Skid Row are pleased to announce a headline show at Limelight 1, Belfast on 3rd March 2018. The legendary band will be returning to Belfast as part of the national tour and are certain to deliver a … Continue reading Metal outfit Skid Row announce Belfast show
Canadian singer-songwriter Lindsay Ell to play in Belfast
Canadian singer-songwriter Lindsay Ell is delighted to announce a headline show at Limelight 2, Belfast on 10th October 2017. Lindsay Ell will bring her infectious blend of country, rock and pop to Belfast in support of her recent debut EP … Continue reading Canadian singer-songwriter Lindsay Ell to play in Belfast
Review: Kings of Leon – 3Arena, Dublin
Last night marked the much-anticipated return of rugged rockers Kings of Leon to Ireland, their Southern charm enough to demand three different nights in Dublin’s 3Arena. Three years since selling out Marlay Park’s 35, 000 capacity in 2014, it’s not surprising … Continue reading Review: Kings of Leon – 3Arena, Dublin
Bluesfest announces Nile Rodgers, CHIC & Chaka Khan
BluesFest 2017 presents another incredible line-up at Dublin’s 3Arena this 25th October 2017. Following his phenomenal appearance at last weekend’s Glastonbury Festival Nile Rodgers will be joined by CHIC plus special guest Chaka Khan at 3Arena, Dublin. The career of … Continue reading Bluesfest announces Nile Rodgers, CHIC & Chaka Khan
Paul Heaton & Jacqui Abbott return to Belfast in 2017
Paul Heaton and Jacqui Abbott are delighted to announce a headline show in Limelight 1, Belfast on 21st October 2017. Formerly members of Beautiful South, the duo are touring support of new album ‘Crooked Calypso’ out on Virgin EMI on … Continue reading Paul Heaton & Jacqui Abbott return to Belfast in 2017
Review: Hello Casanova- I Am A Machine
Armagh pop-punk band ‘Hello Casanova’ are back with their brand new single ‘I Am A Machine’. Previously known as ‘Foreign Affairs’, the band re-vamp has seen the guys ease up on the political overtones of previous songs and produce a … Continue reading Review: Hello Casanova- I Am A Machine
Sheeran challenges ticket touts for outdoor Belfast show
After announcing his headline show at Boucher Playing Fields in Belfast on Wednesday 9th May 2018, Ed Sheeran has challenged ticket touts in a bid to end profiteering. To challenge ticket tours, these are important notes to remember: There will … Continue reading Sheeran challenges ticket touts for outdoor Belfast show
Ed Sheeran announces headline Belfast show
Following his triumphant Glastonbury Festival headline performance, Ed Sheeran will play Boucher Road Playing Fields, Belfast on Wednesday 9th May 2018. Ed’s 2018 tour news closely follows the troubadour’s phenomenal Glastonbury headline performance. Commanding thousands at the Pyramid Stage on … Continue reading Ed Sheeran announces headline Belfast show
Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes return for biggest Belfast show
Following his incredible set on the John Peel stage at Glastonbury over the weekend, Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes will play at the Mandela Hall, Belfast on 27th November 2017. You probably have an image on Frank Carter in your … Continue reading Frank Carter & The Rattlesnakes return for biggest Belfast show
Review: Wyvern Lingo- I Love You Sadie
Wicklow trio Wyvern Lingo have released the track ‘I Love You, Sadie’ from their upcoming debut album. The band have described the track as being about “loving the feminine qualities of a man, and about encouraging him not to worry … Continue reading Review: Wyvern Lingo- I Love You Sadie
Mark Lanegan Band to play at the Mandela Hall
Mark Lanegan Band will perform at the Mandela Hall, Belfast on 5th December 2017. It’s in support of the recently released Gargoyle, which The Guardian declared a “career high” Since 1990, Mark Lanegan has released ten solo studio albums, gaining much … Continue reading Mark Lanegan Band to play at the Mandela Hall
Review: Haypark – Dark
Dark, the new single by Belfast four-piece hard rock band Haypark is an ominous cloud of sound. Unrelenting vocals and old school metal guitar riffs produce a grindhouse movie soundtrack affect. An impressive machine gun solo at the bridge is also … Continue reading Review: Haypark – Dark
London Grammar announce headline Belfast show
London Grammar will play at the Waterfront Hall, Belfast on 2nd November 2017. London Grammar are an English trio formed by Hannah Reid, Dan Rothman, and Dominic ‘Dot’ Major. Their debut EP, Metal & Dust, was released in February 2013 … Continue reading London Grammar announce headline Belfast show
Review: One Man Town – The Longest Truth
The Longest Truth, single by Derry/Donnegal One Man Town is down and dirty blues rock with a hint of 70’s metal. Those first few guitar licks open the door for that voice to blast into the room. Metallic notes zing … Continue reading Review: One Man Town – The Longest Truth
7 Reasons To See Alter Bridge On Ulster Hall Return
After the sold out extravaganza that was the Ulster Hall gig on Wednesday 21st June, the giants of rock Alter Bridge are already set to return to Belfast on 8th October. This announcement (made mid-show on Wednesday) was met with … Continue reading 7 Reasons To See Alter Bridge On Ulster Hall Return
Flogging Molly announce headline show at Limelight, Belfast
US Celtic punk band Flogging Molly is pleased to announce a headline Belfast show at The Limelight 1 on Monday September 11th 2017.The social and political awareness that drives Flogging Molly’s music is never more prominent than in their upcoming … Continue reading Flogging Molly announce headline show at Limelight, Belfast