The definitive tribute bringing the music of R.E.M. This is a 16+ event.

Although founded in memory of the late great Irish bluesman Rory Gallagher, the Band of Friends is way more than a tribute act – rather a celebration and rekindling of Gallagher’s passionate musical spirit. Featuring his longtime bassist Gerry McAvoy and drummer Ted McKenna, with Dutch guitarist and singer Marcel Scherpenzeel they combine classic Gallagher tracks with original songs inspired by his legacy.

Down & Dirty! AC/DC is a band whose appeal is huge, widespread through the generations and totally indifferent to musical fashions. Their unique formula of tight riffs and fat rhythm combines dance ability with hard-rocking anthems that flow through the blood of all who have been smitten by their cheeky-but-colossal offerings. If you want to see AC/DC, but your options are limited, then check out Dirty DC. You will not be disappointed. All the energy and electricity of an AC/DC show along with completely faithful renditions will leave you trembling, with a smile on your face. Dirty DC have been playing throughout Britain and parts of Europe since 1998, and have developed the line-up and dynamic stage show that has made their current reputation seriously strong amongst AC/DC fans, whether die-hard fanatics, or just people who want a good night out. Every visual detail has been fine-tuned; from drum kit model to footwear, but most importantly, the musical delivery and stage show has an impact that does not fail to impress.

Ranked number 14 in Q Magazine’s top 50 bands of all time and inducted into the UK Music Hall of Fame, Bon Jovi is a household name the world over. With front man and namesake Jon Bon Jovi at the helm since they formed back in 1983, the New Jersey band have sold over 120 million albums worldwide, performing more than 2,600 concerts in over 50 countries for 34 million fans and counting. In tribute to this incredible musical talent, The Bon Jovi Experience was born and since 1994 have become the only band to have performed live on stage with Jon Bon Jovi himself. Lead singer Tony Pearce’s striking resemblance to the original front man creates an unrivalled tribute not to be missed. “The best Bon Jovi tribute band I’ve ever watched” Jon Bon Jovi Endorsed by Jon Bon Jovi himself, the official tribute band to Bon Jovi perform all over the world to sell-out crowds. As the world’s leading tribute, The Bon Jovi Experience are often copied but never equalled, performing all the hits you know and love including, “Livin’ On a Prayer”, “Always”, “It’s My Life”, “You Give Love a Bad Name”. This is a tribute band.

Ireland’s premier tribute to the supergroup Fleetwood Mac, bring you on a magical musical journey from the Peter Green blues era to the multi-platinum selling Anglo/American band.

There are no better guardians of the back catalogue of hits from The Rolling Stones, one of the greatest rock 'n' roll acts of all time. There are no better deliverers of vibrancy, edginess, masterly musicianship and charisma on the tribute circuit, and all this by the strutting, trout pouting Jaggernaut load. There is no better way to experience vintage juice from the best fruit on the rock 'n' roll tree: ladies and gentleman, we bring you The Rollin' Clones.

Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of Celtic rock icon Philip Lynott and his band Thin Lizzy alive, well and dominating stages worldwide. The band have also added a tribute into their show to ex-Thin Lizzy guitarist (and world renowned solo artist) Gary Moore. From their Official PRS award, performing for Virgin Atlantic in Barbados, T.V. appearances (BBC 2’s ‘Arena’ amongst others), and to actually being recruited to record and tour by members of the original Thin Lizzy, Limehouse Lizzy enter their 25th year with their most explosive show and critically-acclaimed line-up yet. The boys are back!

GNRE have the only singer able to deliver the exact same unique vocal style and stage show synonymous with classic Axl Rose, a lead guitarist to pull off the Slash tone, look and attitude - many have tried but simply fall short. With a true Guns N Roses sound and stage show, GNRE meticulously recreate every visual detail and every musical note to capture that reckless spirit of the original Guns N Roses legendary live performances.

Catch this chance to see viral sensations The Vintage Explosion. You will be transported back in time for a night of authentic rock n roll, swing and rhythm and blues.

Hailing from the midlands and west of Ireland, the trio take inspiration from artists such as John Prine, Paolo Nutini, Ye Vagabonds, Talos, as well as others, and despite being in their infancy, they have already gained a strong core following from playing intimate live gigs.

Dreadlocked, laidback surfer dude troubadour doing tricksy stuff with acoustic guitars.

Cloudbusting’ brings this experience to Kate Bush fans across the UK. The new concert showcases the band's recent performance of the Hounds of Love album against a dazzling selection of hits such as Wuthering Heights, Babooshka and This Woman’s Work. Mandy Watson as the voice of Kate doesn’t disappoint. She encompasses Kate's range with uncanny yet effortless accuracy and explores the emotional core of the songs without ever resorting to caricature. The five-piece band’s authentic musical arrangements are complemented by eye-popping 3D-mapped projections and a backdrop of original videography created and contributed by Kate-inspired artists from around the world.

Made in Liverpool, Beatles tribute Band are resident at The world famous Cavern Club Liverpool from where The Beatles shot to fame. Originally named "The Fab Four" they were the first Beatles tribute band to play the iconic venue when it re-opened. Born and bred in Liverpool the band perform to audiences World-wide. Their performance as The Beatles is unique, and mind blowing, the show has an electric atmosphere and is not to be missed! Like John, Paul, George and Ringo, Made in Liverpool are all Liverpudlians and they naturally sound like The Beatles. Their shows attract a regular following from Beatles fans throughout the world. Following their sell out show last time, the band bring the real spirit and atmosphere of their Cavern show to Oran Mor once again. Enjoy and experience Liverpool's premiere world class Beatles tribute band, playing all the biggest hits from the four lads who shook the world!

The Luke Combs Experience. Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with amazing music and good vibes as we welcome the UKs best tribute band to country superstar Luke Combs. Get ready to sing along to all your favourite hits and experience the magic of live music.

A very special acoustic show with Mark Morriss & Adam Devlin of Britpop legends The Bluetones. The band, formed in 1993, had an impressive run of hit singles throughout the late 90's/early 00's, including ’Bluetonic’, ‘Slight Return’, ‘Marblehead Johnson’, ‘Solomon Bites The Worm’, ‘If’ and ‘Keep the Fires Burning’. They scored thirteen Top 40 singles and three Top 10 albums in the UK charts before splitting up in 2011. Join frontman Mark Morriss alongside band mate Adam Devlin as they "Cut Some Rug" on stage together at this very intimate show.

Liam Noble, AKA Big Mad Andy has stocked up on Breakfast Room Green and is ready to bring you the ultimate quiz on one of Britains favourite sitcoms, Peep Show! Famed for his emotionally unstable yet lovable painter/decorator, Big Mad Andy will delve deep into this cult classic, testing your knowledge of all things Peep Show! Expect insane prizes, MAD trivia, a fck plasma screen and yards of ale! Maximum 6 players to a team - Please buy tickets for your team in the same transaction

Fat Dog’s particular brand of chaos seems a fine antidote to the remains of pent-up lockdown frustration. The collective scream has found a mouth; the potential energy has been activated. Joe’s singing, his words slurred and distorted in the time-honoured tradition of delta bluesmen, melds to Jazz’s wordless vocals, high and keening like some punk banshee princess, equal parts Grace Slick and Yoko Ono.

A night dedicated to worshipping at the altar of Taylor Swift: non-stop Swifty all night: deep cuts, extended mixes, fan favourites and all the hits. Do you have a Blank Space in your diary? Then this night is Taylor-made for you! Join fellow fans in a celebration of the genius of the Swift - because she'll never go out of Style.

TAKE A WALK ON THE DARK SIDE! Join Alternative Ulstours' 'Master of the Macabre' Andrew Johnston on a devilishly informative and shockingly entertaining walking tour of Belfast's Queen's Quarter. Dare you stalk the streets and uncover the grisly secrets of this historic area of the city? The 'very rude' ghost of the Belfast Empire The Frankenstein Chronicles in the Queen's Quarter Queen's Film Theatre: a haven for horror The haunting of the Queen's University library Supernatural shenanigans in Room 006A Queen's dark alumni: from a deadly doctor to modern-day monsters The Ulster Museum: a mummy, a 'cryptid' and Irish dinosaurs! An attempted assassination in Botanic Gardens 'Black magic', institutional abuse and Belfast's tragic 'lost boys' When Dracula 'staked' out the Lyric Theatre The Belfast church that sheltered an alleged serial killer An abnormal presence beneath university buildings Creepy tales from Friar's Bush Graveyard Please note: The walking tour starts outside the Belfast Empire on Botanic Avenue in the Queen's Quarter in Belfast city centre, where your guide will be waiting for you Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start time The tour will last three hours and cover around two miles on mainly flat, even ground The route is fully accessible, but please inform us in advance of any mobility issues The tour ends at Friar's Bush Graveyard on Stranmillis Road in the Queen's Quarter in Belfast city centre The tour will go ahead in all weathers, so please dress accordingly and stay hydrated There are public toilets near the start and end points, and we can make a toilet stop approximately halfway through the tour if required There will also be an optional refreshment stop approximately halfway through the tour (refreshments at own cost) Well-behaved dogs are welcome on the tour Your guide is Level 4-certified and a Visit Belfast industry partner The tour is fully insured through Tour Guides NI Very important: The tour is open to all ages, but parental guidance is advised due to the graphic nature of some content. You have been warned!

Glory Days are the UK's number one Bruce Springsteen tribute band. The band has been playing for more than a decade and is made up of Springsteen fans who wanted to capture the live Springsteen experience - no lookalikes, just the music! The full E-Street, eight piece line-up will take you on a blast down Thunder Road playing all the 'classics' on the way. They are more than likely to throw in a few choice album tracks too! These boys & girls will rock for over three hours (when they're allowed) and give you that Bruce experience you thought you just couldn't get anymore. Their sets have included just about everything over the years and you will always be treated to a great mix of songs, from Jungleland and Thunder Road to The River and Promised Land, they pick from the best back catalogue around. When The Boss stays home, Glory Days will give you what you need... Jersey style!

Damien Dempsey’s voice is Dublin yet wholly distinctive, almost clichéd to say it, but he is part of a rich bloodline of Irish singers from Luke Kelly to Ronnie Drew, Christy Moore to Andy Irvine. Their kin outside Ireland are Springsteen and Guthrie, Dylan and Marley. On his latest album Almighty Love, Dempsey’s sense of place reaches out beyond Donaghmede and North Bull Island, where he first performed in public as a teenager, across the Irish Sea and further afield.

Taking inspiration from their roots in the Irish and English traditions, Flook have an enviable trademark sound, weaving and spinning traditionally rooted tunes over precise acoustic grooves, with a rare blend of fiery technical brilliance, delicate ensemble interaction and a bold, adventurous musical imagination. There is certainly no shortage of virtuosity amongst the members of Flook, but the unique impact of this band stems from the wholly intuitive, almost symbiotic, exchange between the various flutes, frets and skins.

Dom Martin, a 28-year-old Belfast born singer-songwriter, has recently burst onto the UK scene amid high praise for his debut EP Easy Way Out. A solo artist performing his own material, Martin's finger-style acoustic guitar evokes shades of John Martyn and Richard Thompson, with self-declared blues influences courtesy of Howlin' Wolf and Muddy Waters. Expect the driving rhythms and compelling swing guitar of pieces such as The Rain Came.

The story began when three Stornoway Cove's (Innes, Uilly and Boydie) met up in the house to have the craic on a Saturday night playing music with just the dog and the cat watching. After a few tunes getting thrown across the room Boydie stated muttering a few sentences. As he is a man of few words no attention was really given to him until he shouted 'Quick, line me out!' Not a second to spare a set of old broken headphones were cable tied to a guitar amp and out came a few cobwebs followed shortly after with a sound nobody had ever heard before. What came next was five gallons of lyrics, verse after verse, song after song Peat & Diesel was born! The songs won't make much sense to the average person, but the person behind the lyrics isn't your average man so if you have a listen and you can relate to it you are a special breed! Peat & Diesel Light my Byre takes you on a journey to the heart of the Western Isles, where #peatlemania was born. You might have time for a brandy in the 'Airidh' but don't miss your ride in Calum Dan's Transit Van, we ain't stopping till we lose the water!

The Necks offer a phenomenal musical experience, unlike any other piano trio. Masters of their own musical language of long-form improvisation, each performance see the trio step onto the stage with zero pre-conceived ideas of what they will play. From the first note struck, to the final vibration felt, The Necks and audience go on a sonic journey that is created in the moment and in that room, never to be repeated again. For over 35 years, the Australian band has mastered the process of building around repeated motifs through subtle shifts and layering. It produces an extraordinarily dense and hypnotic sound, which builds into moments that can only be described as epic. This is a trio with orchestral limits. Described as The greatest trio on Earth by The New York Times, The Necks have been a firm favourite for many, for decades. Recently however, they have found brand new ears, with their music often being heard opening club nights and featuring in choice mixes. We are delighted to welcome this remarkable band back to Belfast. We can hand-on-heart say their previous concerts are up there with the very best musical moments weve ever experienced. How can you say no to the greatest trio on Earth? Do not miss. This performance will be mostly seated. 2 sets of approximately 45 minutes, entirely improvised and working with the acoustics of the room

Mark Watson's 12-year-old son has just got a phone. His 70-year-old dad has been through the most frightening experience of his life. Both a dad and a kid himself, around the midpoint of his life, the Taskmaster star and multiple award-winner - now also famous as one-third of YouTube cult sensation No More Jockeys - returns. He'll consider the search for meaning that we're all on, with or without Google. There'll be a lot of jokes, and a show that's different every night...

A mixture of folk, blues and country from the politically charged Massachusetts-based singer/songwriter Willy Mason. He explores honesty and deception, anonymity in the digital age, good intentions with unexpected consequences, freedom, colonialism, love, god, and purpose.

The Wedding Present, formed from the ashes of Lost Pandas, were founded in Leeds, England, in 1985. The only constant member throughout the group's history was singer/songwriter David Gedge. The initial line-up included guitarist Peter Solowka, bassist Keith Gregory, and drummer Shaun Charman.

Look to the East, Look to the West, the new album by Camera Obscura, is a revelation. The Tracyanne Campbell-led outfit, reuniting with producer Jari Haapalainen (Let's Get Out of This Country, My Maudlin Career), have crafted an album that simultaneously recalls why longtime fans have ferociously loved them for decades while also being their most sophisticated effort to date. It is also the most hard-fought album of Camera Obscura's career. Following the 2015 passing of founding keyboardist and friend Carey Lander (to whom the penultimate track Sugar Almond is addressed), the band went into an extended hiatus. They remained in contact, but their status was uncertain until they announced their return, having been invited to perform as part of Belle & Sebastian's 2019 Boaty Weekender cruise festival, along with a pair of sold-out warm-up shows in Glasgow. Donna Maciocia (keys and vocals) joined founding members Kenny McKeeve (guitar and vocals), Gavin Dunbar (bass), and Lee Thomson (drums and percussion) for those shows and has since become a regular songwriting partner of Campbell's. Recorded in the same room where Queen wrote Bohemian Rhapsody, Look to the East, Look to the West feels big, a widescreen reframing of Camera Obscura's sound that, paradoxically, saw the band go back to basicsthere are no string or brass arrangements, with more emphasis placed on piano, synthesizers, Hammond organ, and drum machines, and, perhaps most strikingly, the group have dropped the veil of reverb that characterized their previous albums. The tinges of country and soul that give Camera Obscura's baroque take on pop music its bittersweet edge have never been more apparentguitars shimmer into the distance, keys haunt, and Campbell's voice searches for the heart, reflecting on love, loss, and the passage of time. Lead single Big Love relishes in the space between country rock and prog, a pining break-up anthem featuring the soaring pedal steel of Tim Davidson. It's a Nashville Sound heartbreaker, tackling the complexity of wanting to rekindle a bad relationship with Campbell's uncanny ability to render the past: It was a big love, she said / That's why it took ten years to get her out of her head, she begins.

Flipturn is an American indie rock band from Fernandina Beach, Florida formed in 2015. The band consists of founding members Dillon Basse, Tristan Duncan and Madeline Jarman who founded the band as high school seniors.

Get set for the ultimate emo and pop punk night with The Black Charade (My Chemical Romance tribute) and Fell Out Boy (Fall Out Boy tribute), playing all the hits and fan favourites.

Texas-born songwriter, Jarrod Dickenson's slightly spooky melodies and lyrics invoke a mid-Western post-war America, when cars ran on leaded gas, television hadn't yet kidnapped the country's imagination, and men wore hats every day. His reflective lyrics, almost like hand-written letters, remind us that human stories of lost love, sudden fortune, and abiding mystery transcend the decades.

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 Page and Chris Farlowe. After moving to the U.S. and mingling in the country music scene, Albert quickly garnered a reputation as one of the fastest guitar players in the business. He recorded a number of solo albums, and won a Grammy in 2002 for his contribution on 'Foggy Mountain Breakdown. At the age of 80 Albert continues to tour today playing his signature Ernie Ball Music Man guitar along with his UK band and performing songs from his latest album Lay It Down,. This is your chance to see a genuine music legend in action.

Kareem Dennis, better known by his stage name Lowkey, is a British rapper and activist from London. He first became known through a series of mixtapes he released before he was 18.

Nerina Natasha Georgina Pallot is a British singer, songwriter and producer, who has released seven albums and over a dozen EPs. She was nominated for British Female Solo Artist at the 2007 BRIT Awards and nominated for an Ivor Novello Award for "Sophia" in the category of 'Best Song' in the same year.

Adrian Vandenberg and his band comes to Venue23 to celebrate the Whitesnake 1990 Donnington set - NOT TO BE MISSED - plus support .

This highly acclaimed tribute to the iconic Luke Kelly of The Dubliners promises to be a memorable performance. Featuring the acclaimed vocals of arguably Ireland’s finest ballad voice of today, Chris Kavanagh, this performance will take the audience on a journey through the numerous hit songs and music of the legendary Luke Kelly of The Dubliners. Having already toured Ireland, mainland Europe and Australia to much acclaim, this is a folk and ballad concert not to be missed. Accompanied by some of Ireland’s finest traditional musicians, lead singer, Chris Kavanagh, has more than a passing resemblance to Luke, while his singing talent captures the depth and passion of this folk legend. So much so that Chris was invited to tour with The Dubliners on their final European tour, where he received rave reviews across mainland Europe. The Town I Loved So Well, School Days Over, A Song For Ireland, Raglan Road, Scorn Not His Simplicity, Whiskey In The Jar, The Wild Rover - all the hits are here plus many more including several new songs from the pen of Chris Kavanagh. Early booking is highly recommended for what promises to be another standing ovation performance for one of Ireland’s finest ballad shows of today.

Turin Brakes are an English band, comprising original duo of Olly Knights and Gale Paridjanian, and long-term collaborators Rob Allum and Eddie Myer. They had a UK top 5 hit in 2003 with their song "Painkiller (Summer Rain)". Since starting out in 1999, the band have sold around one million records worldwide.

Once upon a time (2003) in a faraway 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 flavours, musical influences came from all over the world: ska, punk, reggae, electronic, hip-hop. Yet, there was no music industry, few concerts, no space for cultural or political expression among the new crop of plugged in youth. In fact, the entire region was reeling from deep moral and economic stagnation. If you're looking for macho, money-and-ego driven posturing, you won't find it here; no MTV rude boy gangstas, no strippers or bling, no corporate endorsements from the international fashion industry. Rather, they take on traditional musical forms with their unique perspective, shaped by a war that changed their lives forever, and delivered with a level of positivity that hits you like a blast of fresh air.

Isabella Sophie Tweddle, better known under the stage name Billie Marten, is a British singer-songwriter and musician from Ripon in North Yorkshire. Her stage name came from her family's desire to keep her real name private because her music career started when she was a tween.

Frank, Dean, and Sammy Return for their 2025 Christmas Show! Get ready to step back in time this festive season with Ratpack Revisited, as Frank, Dean, and Sammy bring their unforgettable charm, wit, and musical brilliance to the stage once more. Following the phenomenal success of their 2024 sellout show, this talented trio is back to spread holiday cheer and timeless Rat Pack magic. Expect a dazzling evening of Christmas hits and classic tunes that will warm your heart and have you tapping your feet. The show features beloved holiday favourites such as Let It Snow, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas, and Baby Its Cold Outside, blended seamlessly with timeless Rat Pack classics like New York, New York, Thats Amore, Aint That a Kick in the Head, and Mr. Bojangles. But thats not allthis performance is packed with surprises, laughter, and the unmistakable camaraderie that made The Rat Pack one of the most iconic acts of all time. With impeccable vocals, captivating stage presence, and plenty of humour, Ratpack Revisited captures the essence of the legendary trio and brings it to life for a modern audience. Whether youre a longtime fan or new to the magic of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr., this festive celebration is sure to delight audiences of all ages. Dont miss your chance to experience an evening of holiday joy and Rat Pack nostalgia. Its the perfect way to kick off the Christmas season with family and friends.

Singer and bouzouki player Daoirí (pronounced Derry) Farrell is described by some of the biggest names in Irish folk music as one of most important singers to come out of Ireland in recent years. Six months after releasing the album True Born Irishman Daoirí won two prestigious BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2017 for Best Newcomer and Best Traditional Track, and performed live at the awards ceremony at Londons Royal Albert Hall. Since then he has toured Ireland, the UK, Australia and Germany, and played at festivals in the same plus Canada, Belgium, Denmark, The Netherlands and more. He has also toured with the all-star Transatlantic Sessions to major venues across the UK and in joined Lúnasa as guest vocalist for U.S. touring. His fourth album, The Wedding Above In Glencree, recorded with Trevor Hutchinson of The Waterboys/Lunasa was released in 2023 and gained him a nomination as Folk Singer of the Year in Irelands RTÉ Radio 1 Folk Awards. His powerfully unadorned vocals might be from any era, variously recalling Paul Brady and Andy Irvineits a powerful statement ★★★★ Mojo

The Jam’d are now the UK’s best known and most popular tribute to the live performance and sound of The Jam, and are totally committed to giving an unforgettable, authentic performance with all the energy, passion and style of the Woking 3. As full time touring professional musicians, and massive Jam fans, the band don’t “try to be” or “pretend to be” The Jam, but rather put on a performance from the heart and soul, drawing on all their memories, experiences and love of what was the country’s biggest band in their day. Gigging up and down the UK at outdoor festivals, scooter rallies and some of the UK’s top music venues & events! The show also includes the only replica of Rick Bucklers ‘Great White’ drum kit & features their own brass section! You won’t be disappointed!

Come and enjoy a comprehensive tour through the wonderful songbook of Neil Young, in Belfast's most salubrious music venue.

Flyte is a London-based band formed by Will Taylor (vocals, guitar) and Nick Hill (guitar, bass, vocals), who met at secondary school. The band's name comes from Sebastian Flyte, a character in Evelyn Waugh's Brideshead Revisited. Flyte's music is known for its literary influences and storytelling, with harmonies reminiscent of The Byrds and The Beatles.