Our fortnightly gig guide picks out a handful of must see gigs taking place across Northern Ireland.
A quiet month for local shows except for Friday 28th June when things get a bit crazy. Perhaps we need a regular forum for promoters/bookers to avoid such a large number of clashes in future….
Skypilot – Voodoo, Belfast – 22nd June 2024
The Distortion Project know how to put on a heavy hitter and the return of Skypilot is a prime example. Voodoo will be shaking with their distinct brand of groovy, stoner-infused heavy rock. Support comes from Haint and Gozer the Traveller.
Kyron Bourke & Linley Hamilton – Court House, Bangor – 27th June 2024
Kyron Bourke, Linley Hamilton and guests return to the Court House for a set of cool, contemporary jazz. Kyron’s repertoire features the songs of Nick Cave, Sinead O’Connor, Elbow, Stevie Wonder, Leonard Cohen, Joy Division, Kylie Minogue, Tom Waits, Lou Reed and even Minnie Riperton
GUSH – Union Bar, Belfast – 28th June 2024
One of Belfast’s freshest bands GUSH headline the Union Bar to showcase their 90s inspired hazy indie rock. This will be an EP launch for their debut release ‘Exposure Therapy’. This Old Crows show also features Revolution & Mucksavage.
Anna’s Number – Ulster Hall, Belfast – 28th June 2024
The showband for the Instagram generation, Anna’s Number play their biggest headline performance to date. The 5-piece act are known for their explosive sets that seamlessly weave together classic 70s soul hits, noughties Clubland bangers, TikTok sensations and everything in between. Support from Malaki and Casual Riots.
Parker – Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast – 28th June 2024
Derry punk rockers Parker return to Belfast for a headline show of their own. With a great debut album under their belt and more new music in the words, this will be a belter. Support on the night comes from Banshee and Penny’s Band.
SONI: The Pottingers – Empire, Belfast – 28th June 2024
Long running local music showcase SONI is back at the Empire for another outing. Headliners this time are the Pottingers who have made regular appearances for Phil over the years. The four band bill also includes 4AM Club, Airhead Ltd & PTRNS.
Darren Doherty – Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast – 29th June 2024
Darren Doherty has been ever present in the music scene over the years, he now steps out under his own name for his most honest work to date. Support on the night for this Old Crows gig comes from SX-70, Garrett Laurie & Goth Fight Cage.
How do I get added to the gig guide?
There are tonnes of great gigs happening right across Northern Ireland each week and our gig guide only showcases a fraction of them. If you are hosting a gig and would like us to consider adding it to a future Gig Guide, please send all the details to info@chordblossom.com and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.
Please be kind and remember we can’t feature everyone and where possible please try and give us at least 3 weeks notice.
