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Classic Album Night: Snow Patrol – Eyes Open – Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast – 5 November 2026
To celebrate twenty years of this seminal album, Reevah, Anna Bradley, Nathan O’Regan, Jack Devlin, Ghoul Girl (Lucy Gaffney) and James Gitari (Tribal Ting) will each bring their own interpretations to songs from the album.
Gig in a Gaff – Harland & Wolff Staff Club, Belfast – 5 November 2026
Gig in a Gaff does what it says on the tin – gigs in intimate spaces! Sound of Belfast is partnering with Gig in Gaff to bring a very special edition to a less traditional venue that still brings that intimate feel in the iconic Harland and Wolf Staff Club in East Belfast. This is their biggest gig to date and it’s a banger with rising stars Anna’s number, Klyda and Wee dog.
Casual Riots (final show) – Ulster Sports Club, Belfast – 5 November 2026
Blue Pool x Nu Muze present Casual Riots final gig with support from SCHTICK. After years of packed rooms, chaotic live shows and making their mark on Belfast’s music scene, Casual Riots are calling time on Casual Riots.
Silent Running – Voodoo, Belfast – 6 November 2026
Silent Running return to Voodoo Belfast, playing songs from Shades of Liberty, Walk on Fire, Deep, Follow The Light and new album NORTHSTAR
Sonic East – Harland & Wolff Staff Club, Belfast – 6 November 2026
Cosign is an artist and producer based in Belfast, crafting immersive indie-electronic music that sits at the intersection of emotion and innovation, Viva Dean is a sonic artist, researcher and founder of Synthesize_Her an Irish feminist sound technology project and Miss TKA is a multi-disciplinary electronic artist exploring her lived environment through repetitive electronics, broken techno and hysterical folk with always and forever rave incantations.
Vein of Folly 2 – Accidental Theatre, Belfast – 6 November 2026
Vein of Folly 2 is Leo Miyagee’s and Eulogy Beats’ exploration of the evolution of UK hip hop — a project built from a lifetime of listening, absorbing and eventually contributing to the culture.
With A Fada: New Éire – Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast – 7 November 2026
Featuring Alice Sloan, House of Neptune, Bulbs and Penny’s Band, the lineup brings together some of the most exciting emerging artists from across Ireland for a night of original music, live energy and community.
Tessio – Black Box, Belfast – 7 November 2026
Recently nominated for Best Live Act at the 2025 NI Music Prize, ‘tessio’ are a singer-songwriter duo from Derry, – Callum Feeney and Jude McCandless. They play acoustic guitars, sing close harmonies, write, record and produce their own songs. Their main influences range from Simon and Garfunkel and The Everly Brothers to the La’s
The Old Town Album Launch – St Joseph’s Church, Belfast – 7 November 2026
What started as musicians standing together against the rise of AI-generated music has become a hive of creativity and collaboration, bringing artists from different generations and musical worlds together around one wonderfully simple idea: everyone writes an original song called The Old Town…
Featuring Charlie Hanlon, Vera, Microtonal, Eve Belle, Aqua Tofana, Brendan Kerr, Donal Scullion, Blackjack and Jai Sian, Cormac Neeson and California Irish.
Ricky Warwick – Limelight, Belfast – 8 November 2026
Ricky Warwick & the Fighting Hearts take to the Limelight for a special show. Support from Trucker Diablo.
Scratch My Progress Vol 14 – Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast – 10 November 2026
This special night marks the culmination of the 9-month talent development programme supported by PRS Foundation and IMRO. Check out Pinsleep, Lord Jane
The Thing Is… & Gush as they launch their new singles.
NI Music Prize – Ulster Hall, Belfast – 11 November 2026
Celebrating the very best of our homegrown music, the NI Music Prize brings together artists, musicians and the wider music community for a special evening of live performances and awards, shining a spotlight on the remarkable music being made in and from Northern Ireland.
Atlantic Sessions – Portrush & Portstewart – 12, 13, 14 & 15 November 2026
Showcasing over 40 artists throughout four days in various venues, Atlantic Sessions offers a platform for emerging talent as well as established artists from across Northern Ireland and a few from further afield.
Factory Sessions – Banana Block, Belfast – 12 November 2026
Featuring VERA, Charlie Hanlon and The Davids, this latest instalment of the Factory Sessions sees the The Banana Block being taken over for an all-ages celebration of great music, good energy and all the vibes.
Conor Mallon – Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast – 12 November 2026
Mallon’s debut solo album ‘Unearthed’ exploded on to the folk/traditional scene, featuring mostly his own compositions. Obtaining nominations for ‘Album of the Year’ at ‘The NI Music Prize Awards’, in Germany at the ‘Music Critics Awards’ and winning the prestigious ‘Ireland Tonight Radio Awards. Support from Dara Dubh.
Cora Harkin – Black Box, Belfast – 12 November 2026
Cora Harkin, is a dynamic singer-songwriter from Derry. Specializing in indie pop, Cora’s impactful year includes headlining at Derry’s Nerve Centre and releasing four resonant and spirited singles. Her live performances, have become synonymous with energy and authenticity, drawing fans locally and beyond.
Clash of the New Breeds – Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast – 13 November 2026
Volume Control’s annual battle of the bands competition. Live Final with 5 of the freshest new musical acts to hit in the scene in Belfast and beyond. They will battle it out in front of an audience of their peers and industry judges in order to win some brilliant prizes and opportunities for their future
Alana Henderson – Fine Album Launch – Harland & Wolff Staff Club, Belfast – 13 November 2026
Alt-folk musician Alana Henderson celebrates the long-awaited release of Fine – her independently made, co-produced debut album. Across songs of regret, anger, nostalgia, self-sabotage, revenge fantasy and drinking to forget, Henderson brings fierce emotional honesty to richly detailed alt-folk arrangements. There is no easy resolution here – just the bracing relief of telling the truth. Support from Rachael Boyd.
Robocobra Quartet (Listening Party) – Late Cafe, Belfast – 13 November 2026
Listen in full to the new five-hour 100 track, album by Robocobra Quartet titled Hundred Pieces. A low-key hang out with the band and friends to celebrate the release, inspired by the durational art of Marina Abramović, and specifically her memoir Walk Through Walls.
Ryan Vail Album Launch – Secret Location, Belfast – 13 November 2026
A special one-night-only party will take place at a secret Belfast location, bringing together live electronic music, collaboration and a few surprises. At the centre of the night will be acclaimed electronic artist Ryan Vail, celebrating the launch of his new album with a special live performance created for the occasion.
Don’t Sleep – Ulster Sports Club, Belfast – 13 November 2026
BBC Introducing and Shine announce a new music showcase on Friday 13th November at Ulster Sports Club, hosted by BBC Introducing’s Taylor Johnson. Leading the live lineup is Limerick’s THEATRE, a five piece blending ethereal rock music with folk and shoegaze. Cork’s BABYRAT, bring ‘bitch-pop,’ razor-sharp riffs and anthemic choruses, and Belfast alt-rock trio Monday’s Child join the bill opening the evening. Matcha b2b MK Best close off the evening.
Sunset Theory – Nerve Centre, Derry – 13 November 2026
After an amazing sell-out gig, Sunset Theory are excited to get back on the stage, welcoming their new guitarist to the group. Get ready for their biggest, loudest and best set yet.
Divides Unfold – Limelight, Belfast – 13 November 2026
Divides Unfold return to the Limelight with a headline show this November. Support from Saffron Gorman & The Black Eagle Band.
Tom Gee – Crescent Arts Centre, Belfast – 14 November 2026
Belfast-based songwriter Tom Gee launches his long-awaited new EP, Doubting Thomas, with a special full-band performance as part of this year’s Sound of Belfast festival.
Duke Special – Mandela Hall, Belfast – 14 November 2026
Announcing the 20th Anniversary Belfast show, celebrating one of Ireland’s most unique and timeless records, Songs From The Deep Forest.
Mark Hegan – Black Box, Belfast – 14 November 2026
Now, with two EPs under his belt and a year of touring that included support slot dates with the legendary Irish band Aslan, Mark’s determination to cement himself as one of Ireland’s most promising artists is steadfast.
VANTA – Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast – 14 & 15 November 2026
Described as a collaborative exploration where sound and light meet, VANTA moves beyond the traditional boundaries of a live music event, creating an environment where electronic music, visual art, lighting and performance come together as an evolving experience.
Tia Bow Album Launch – Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast – 15 November 2026
Tia Bow launches her debut album Blackberry Path, a multidisciplinary live work combining songwriting, spoken word and video design, with a sound with blends folk, rock and electronica.
Dani Larkin – Crescent Arts Centre, Belfast, 15 November 2026
Dani Larkin released the universally praised album Next Of Kin, at the start of 2026, a stunning progression of her sound, fusing her signature storytelling with bold new sonic textures to create a record that is as urgent as it is unforgettable.
Robyn Maddox – Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast – 19 November 2026
Robyn is planning a heist, and you’re invited. Robyn Maddox + The Bismo Band are joined by friends Cloakroom Q. and Joel Harkin to celebrate the release of the new EP, HEIST.
Arborist – Empire, Belfast – 19 November 2026
In an increasingly noisy world, full of revision, bumph, and sham, it’s important to recognise greatness in the moment – why wait? Mark McCambridge is one of our very best, and each release cements that reputation further. Arborist returns to The Empire Music Hall for the Belfast launch of ‘Looking For Love’.
Broncos – Bennigans, Derry – 21 November 2026
Broncos celebrate the launch of their debut album in Derry. Support from Opal, Anamchara & Zeal Machine.
David C Clements & Arco String Quartet – Courthouse, Bangor – 22 November 2026
David C Clements returns to The Court House with a stripped back set of songs from across his two critically acclaimed albums accompanied by Arco String Quartet.
GIFTED: Foreign Mornings – The Empire, Belfast – 26 November 2026
Hailing from Bangor, Foreign Mornings combine stadium ready rock with the intimate story telling of modern indie folk. The band return with new music this November and are celebrating with a headline slot at Gifted in the Belfast Empire. Support on the night from Blue Deputy and LateArrival.
Voodoo Sessions #26 – Voodoo, Belfast – 26 November 2026
The latest edition of Voodoo Sessions features Reflect, Consolers and Brigade.
Romeopathy – Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast – 28 November 2026
Join Romepathy along side Empty Space and Taste Electric as the Romeo boys celebrate 10 years of Romeo riffs and shenanigans.
XSLF (featuring Henry Cluney) – Courthouse, Bangor – 28 November 2026
XSLF started in 2013 when original Stiff Little Fingers guitarist Henry Cluney and former bandmate Jim O’Reilly got in touch after many years. Henry had been playing solo but wanted to form a band. As a band they only play music they were actually involved in so that means the first three SLF records – Inflammable Material, Nobody’s Heroes, and Go For It.
Midnight Housework – Bennigans, Derry – 29 November 2026
Midnight Housework celebrate the launch of their new EP with support from WOHN and Yours Truly.
