Once upon a time (2003) in a dubious corner of the world and a land called Bosnia and Herzegovina, a group of friends decided to form a band. But this was no ordinary band, and they did not form under ordinary circumstances. True, along with local Balkan flavors, musical influences came from all over the world: ska, punk, reggae, electronic, …
Prepare to be Thunderstruck as the brilliant Dirty DC return to the Empire Music Hall for another night of dirty deeds – done dirt cheap. It’s a high-voltage journey through the iconic eras of AC/DC, capturing the arena-shaking anthems of Bon Scott and Brian Johnson, performed by some of the finest musicians on the road anywhere; an immersive AC/DC experience …
The Wedding Present was born in Leeds in 1985. Rising from the ashes of The Lost Pandas, The Wedding Present was assembled by David Gedge [singing & guitar] and Keith Gregory [bass], when they enlisted the services of Peter Solowka [guitar] and Shaun Charman [drums]. Several events [including a Wedding Present musical!] are being planned to celebrate the band’s forty …
NERINA PALLOT – ALL ROADS LEAD TO TOUR 2025 This autumn, Nerina Pallot embarks on a journey unlike any other. All Roads Lead To is a tour of the UK’s less-trodden paths, bringing her music to intimate venues and unexpected corners of the country. From historic theatres to grassroots arts spaces, Pallot is taking her acclaimed songwriting and spellbinding performances on a …
One of the most respected and renowned guitarists in music history, Albert Lee has worked with The Everly Brothers, Eric Clapton, Emmylou Harris, Chas ’n Dave and The Crickets over his long and illustrious career. The British-born country-rock artist started his career during the emerging rock ‘n’ roll scene of sixties London, when he swapped bands with the likes of Jimmy …
Morrissey: “I’m very impressed and flattered by what they do” Andy Rourke: “Spooky, spot on” These Charming Men from Dublin, Ireland, were formed in 1995 and to this day continue to charm fans of The Smiths and Morrissey all around the globe with their finely tuned, energetic and passionate live shows. They are classed as one of the premier Smiths and Morrissey …
Jarrod Dickenson is a guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer, originally from Waco, Texas, now based in Nashville. His two albums, The Lonesome Traveler and Ready The Horses, along with his EP, Under A Texas Sky have earned him critical acclaim and a devoted audience on both sides of the Atlantic. Not one to fear an exhausting tour schedule, Dickenson has entranced crowds all over Europe …
Off the back of the 24 January release of their second album “Burnout Days”, Florida’s flipturn have announced a Belfast visit for 10 November. Recently appearing on Jimmy Kimmel Live in the US, the band are on an ever upward charge with already sold out shows across Europe and North America this spring, and a wave of critical praise for …
Willy Mason tour 2025 Teasing a new record, Willy Mason has announced tour dates for 2025 Willy Mason is returning on tour to Europe in 2025, including a Belfast date at The Empire Music Hall on Wednesday 29th October. Since 2020 Willy has been touring with increasing regularity, steadily honing his live sound and playing. His band includes Charlotte …
FLOOK: CELEBRATING 30 YEARS IN 2025! As part of a major celebratory tour to mark 30 years together, Flook will be playing the Belfast Empire on Friday November 28th 2025. What began in 1995 as a ground-breaking union of musicians and instruments, has continued as a unique musical offering through one live album, four studio albums and countless outstanding performances. A new recording is due …