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‘BEL-AOR ROCKS’ – THE ULTIMATE AOR EXPERIENCE ARRIVES IN BELFAST THIS COMING MAY!

‍SD Entertainment are bringing together some of the finest names in AOR, this festival promises to deliver an unforgettable weekend for rock fans. Check out the first wave of bands for the festival below. Many more acts still to be announced! 

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Michael Monroe
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FM
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A Foreigners Journey
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October 14, 2024
Canadian blues Guitarist Anthony Gomes announces Belfast date

Canadian blues guitarist Anthony Gomes will bring his full band to The Deer's Head Music Hall on Saturday 18 January 2025 with support from Zac Mac. Tickets on sale now from Ticketmaster.ie

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Anthony Gomes
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October 8, 2024
Big Love announce CRAIC Theatre Christmas date

Northern Ireland's #1 celebration of Fleetwood Mac announce their return to CRAIC Theatre this December.

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Big Love - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
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September 16, 2024
Think182 - UK's #1 Blink182 tribute reschedule Belfast date

Think 182 reschedule Belfast date.

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Think 182
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September 16, 2024
Electric Blue, Italian tribute to The Cranberries set Belfast date

Electric Blue - A Tribute to The Cranberries have set a date at The Deer's Head in Belfast on Friday 08 November.

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Electric Blue - The Cranberries Tribute Band
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September 5, 2024
Punk Icon Cherie Currie announces a Newcastle return this November

Chere Currie announces Newcastle return on her upcoming UK & Ireland Tour. 

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Cherie Currie
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September 4, 2024
TAYLOR NI adds another Belfast show at Oh Yeah Centre

Taylor NI starring Naomi Smyth adds another show on Sunday 22 September at 12 noon at Oh Yeah Centre, Belfast. Tickets on sale now. 

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Taylor NI - A Tribute to Taylor Swift
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September 3, 2024
Kim Jennett announce acoustic Belfast date!

Pocket sized Power House Kim Jennett has announced a solo and unplugged show in The Green Room at Black Box, Belfast on Monday 30 September. Tickets are on sale now.

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Kim Jennett
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August 23, 2024
Nirvanher - All Female Tribute to Nirvana announce 2025 Belfast show

Nirvanher are an all female tribute from London to grunge icons Nirvana. They have announced a new show at The Deer's Head, Belfast on Saturday 20 September 2025. Tickets are on sale now now.

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NIRVANHER- All Fmale Tribute to Nirvana
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August 19, 2024
Tom Hingley (Ex-Inspiral Carpets) announces Belfast acoustic show next month!

Tom Hingley, best known as former lead singer of Inspiral Carpets at the height of the early 90's Manchester hysteria, has announced and intimate acoustic show at The Deer's Head Music Hall, Belfast on Sunday 15 September. Tickets are on sale now.

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Tom Hingley (Ex-Inspiral Carpets)
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August 15, 2024
Adrian Vandenberg announces 'Whitesnake at Donington' 35 Year Anniversary Tour for May 2025.

Dutch guitarist Adrian Vandenberg, today, announces his 35 Year Anniversary Tour celebrating 'Whitesnake at Donington' - one of Whitesnakes most iconic and in demand shows, who at the time included Steve Vai, Rudy Sarzo, Tommy Aldridge and David Coverdale. The Tour will take place in May 2025 and tickets go on sale, tomorrow, Tuesday 13 August at 9am!

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Adrian Vandenberg
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August 12, 2024
The Ogretones announce Scottish Freshers Week 'What Are You Doing In Our Swamp' Tour

The Ogretones - #1 Shrek Live Party Band announce tour of Shrek's home country of Scotland on Uni Freshers week.

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The Ogretones
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July 26, 2024
Joey Wit & The Definition announce Irish shows

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Joey Wit & The Definition
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July 22, 2024
think-182 announce Belfast return this October

think-182 are UK' biggest blink-182 tribute band and return to play Belfast on Saturday 26 Oxtober.

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Think 182
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July 3, 2024
Whiplash - Ireland's #1 Tribute to Metallica announce Belfast return this September

Ireland's greatest tribute to Metallica, Whiplash, hailing from County Galway return for their only show in N.I in 2024 on Saturday 14 September at The Deer's Head

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Whiplash - Ireland's #1 Tribute to Metallica
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June 22, 2024
Time To Say Goodbye - 50 Years of The Priests Farewell Tour

The Priests: Northern Irish Platinum-Selling Group Marks 50 Years of Harmony with Farewell Performances in Ireland.

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The Priests
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May 13, 2024
The Nashville Nights Tour adds 5 Irish shows

The Nights of Nashville starring US Recording Artists Kaitlyn Baker and Joe Lasher add 5 Ireland next February ahead of their 17 date UK Tour. Tickets go on sale tomorrow Wednesday 08 May at 9am from Ticketmaster and Venues

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The Nashvile Nights Tour
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May 7, 2024
Kings of Thrash announce 'Anarchy in the UK' Tour this October and November.

Kings Of Thrash announce their long-awaited "Anarchy in the UK" tour with special guests Andry and Hellgrimm. The tour is set to kick off October 24, 2024 and run through November 02, 2024. This highly anticipated tour will feature none other than Grammy Award Winning Bassist David Ellefson and guitarist Jeff Young, drummer Fred Aching and vocalist/guitarist Chaz Leon.

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KINGS OF THRASH feat Dave Ellefson & Jeff Young
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April 29, 2024
Gerry McAvoy's Band of Friends with Very Special Guests The Davy K Proje announce 4 Irish Shows

"Gerry McAvoy's Band of Friends - A Celebration of the Memories and Music of Rory Gallagher and Very Special Guests: The Davy K Project announce 4 headline shows across Ireland this September. 

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Band of Friends
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The Davy K Project
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April 22, 2024
Runaways Icon Cherie Currie adds UK and Ireland dates

70s icon and famed lead singer with legendary all-female act The Runaways, rock royalty Cherie Currie has announced a 13 date tour of UK and Eire for November and December 2024, tickets go on sale at 9am tomorrow Thursday 18 April 2024. All Meet & Greet / Ticketing Info is at http://www.cheriecurrie.rocks.

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Cherie Currie
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Alpha Sista
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April 17, 2024
Quireboys announce Belfast date

Quireboys plus Special Guests The Pat McManus Band have announced a headline show at Limelight 1, Belfast on Wednesday 20 November 2024. Tickets go on general sale this Friday.

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Quireboys
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April 8, 2024
Nashville Pussy announce Belfast date on EU / UK Tour

Atlanta, Georgia's Nashville Pussycat have announced their long awaited return to Belfast on Friday 01 November at Limelight 2, Belfast. Tickets are on sale now from Ticketmaster.ie

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Nashville Pussy
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April 1, 2024
Australia's Cassidy Paris announces Midnight Desire UK Headline Tour.

Australian rocker Cassidy Paris has a very bright future ahead of her, and now she has confirmed a tour of the UK, that will take in a prestigious slot at Steelhouse Festival – all dates below. Raised on classic hard rock and inspired by female rockers such as Lzzy Hale, Joan Jett, Pink, Pat Benatar and Avril Lavigne, the fiercely determined young woman is on a mission to inspire a new generation of younger fans to not only listen to Rock ‘n’ Roll, but pick up a guitar instead of a phone.

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Cassidy Paris
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March 25, 2024
Award Winning Dom Martin announced Buried Alive Irish Tour

Irish multi award winning and UK Blues Hall of Fame artist Dom Martin embarks on a UK and Irish tour with his band to celebrate his upcoming live album “Buried Alive”, due for release autumn 2024. 

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Dom Martin
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March 13, 2024
GLOBAL ROCK ICON MARCO MENDOZA ANNOUNCES 2024 IRELAND & UK DATES.

Global Rock icon Marco Mendoza who has enjoyed stints with world famous bands including Journey, Whitesnake, Thin Lizzy, The Dead Daisies, Ted Nugent and more, will begin an 11 date ireland and UK run including first ever solo band performances in Dublin, Westport in Ireland and Hastings in England. Joining him on the road for these shows is Chris Allan (Story of Guitar Legends, Dan Byrne) and Drew Lowe (Inglorious, Boy George). Tickets go on sale tomorrow Tuesday 05 March at 10am.

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Marco Mendoza
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March 4, 2024
Ireland's Longest Established Thin Lizzy Tribute announce Belfast date

THIN AZ LIZZY have announced a show at The Deer's Head, Belfast on Friday 26 April 2024. Tickets are on sale now from Ticketmaste.ie 

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March 1, 2024
Guns Reloaded announce their Belfast return.

Guns Reloaded announce their return to Belfast to play The Deer's Head on Saturday 10 August 2024. Guns Reloaded are Ireland's biggest, most popular Guns N' Roses tribute across all of Ireland. 

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Guns Reloaded - Ireland's Biggest Guns N' Roses Tribute
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February 20, 2024
Lounge Act - A Celebration of Nirvana and Kurt Cobain add Omagh and Belfast dates this Easter

Lounge Act are a 3 piece celebration to the music and genius of the American Grunge icons Nirvana & Kurt Cobain. The band hail from Drogheda in County Louth and are pleased to announce two shows this Easter in Northern Ireland.

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Lounge Act - The Definitive Celebration of Nirvana & Kurt Cobain
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February 15, 2024
YouTube Icon Mike Massé annouces Irish Tour

Mike Massé: Epic Acoustic Classic Rock in Concert will visit Ireland for four shows this Autumn visiting some cities he's never performed in. Mike Massé has amassed over 165 million views and counting. Subscribe to Mike's YouTube channel here

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Mike Massé
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February 12, 2024
RAVEN add Exclusive UK headline performance this Sunday in Newcastle!

Newcastle NWOBHM legends RAVEN return for a one-off pop up show at Trillian's, this Sunday 18 February following a sold out triple headliner show with Alcatrazz and Girlschool. Support to be confirmed

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RAVEN
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February 12, 2024
BLAZE BAYLEY ANNOUNCES CRCLE OF STONE DATES THIS SEPTEMBER

Metal Hall of Fame inductee Blaze Bayley (Iron Maiden singer 1994-1999) releases his new album 'Circle of Stone' in 2024 (official release date 23rd February)At the same time Blaze is also delighted to announce two exclusive Irish dates as part of the Circle of Stone UK & European tour…

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Blaze Bayley
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February 9, 2024
Big Love - Celebration of Fleetwood Mac set for Larne summer show

Big Love - N.I's premier celebration to pop and soft rock icons Fleetwood Mac will make their debut at McNeill Theatre, Larne this summer on Saturday 29 June. Tickets on sale from this website.

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Big Love - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
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January 31, 2024
Vonda Shepard announces Liberty Hall, Dublin show

US Songwriter Vonda Shepard will play at Liberty Hall Theatre, Dublin on Saturday 05 October 2024. Tickets go on sale this Friday at 10am!

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Vonda Shepard
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January 31, 2024
Richie Kotzen announces first ever shows in Ireland

US Guitarist, Singer and Songwriter Riche Kotzen has announced his first ever solo band shows in Ireland this summer. Richie will perform at Limelight, Belfast on Wednesday 10 July followed by Opium Live, Dublin on Thursday 11 July and Irish Special Guests will be The Davy K Project from Castlederg, Co. Tyrone.

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Richie Kotzen
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January 30, 2024
HOST - Ireland's only tribute to GHOST announce N.Ireland Easter shows

HOST - Ireland's only tribute to Swedish satanic metallers GHOST make their return to Omagh and Belfast this Easter with 'Papa has Risen' tour. Tickets on sale now from Ticketmaster.ie

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HOST
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January 29, 2024
Joel Hoekstra and Brandon Gibbs announce intimate Dublin show

Hoesktra / Gibbs featuring Joel Hoekstra (Whitesnake, Trans Siberian Orchestra) and Brandon Gibbs (Devil City Angels) announce their return to Dublin this time bringing their Acoustic Rock Show to the intimacy of Upstairs at Whelan's on Sunday 09 June 2024. Tickets are on sale now from Tickets.ie, WAVTickets.com and Ticketmaster.ie

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Hoekstra/Gibbs
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January 12, 2024
Geoff Tate announces 2024 Ireland and UK Greatest Hits Tour!

Iconic voice of Metal Geoff Tate has announce brand new dates for his 2024 Greatest Hits tour including venues he hasn't played ever before. Support on all dates will be Kim Jennet and her band!

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Geoff Tate
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Kim Jennett
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December 18, 2023
La Villa Strangiato - The Spirit of Rush announce Irish Tour

La Villa Strangiato - The Spirit of Rush announce a 2024 Irish Tour celebrating 40th Anniversary of Rush' Grace Under Pressure album. Dates include two new locations in Dublin and Omagh and a much anticipated return to Belfast where they have sold out this past two years running. Tickets go on sale on Friday 24 November at 9am!

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La Villa Strangiato - The Spirit of Rush
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November 23, 2023
Big Love announce Donegal Concert

Big Love - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac will visit Balor Arts Centre, Ballybofey in the new year on Saturday 20 January 2024! Tickets on sale now from www.BalorArtsCentre.com

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Big Love - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
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November 20, 2023
Rammlied - UK #1 Tribute to Rammstein & Host - Ireland's only tribute to GHOST announce Belfast co-headline show

Rammlied UK and Host - An Irish tribute to Ghost announce a co-Headline show at Limelight, Belfast on Friday 18 October 2024. Tickets on sale from Ticketmaster.ie this Thursday at 10am!

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Rammlied - UK's #1 Tribute to Rammstein
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HOST
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October 31, 2023
BULLETBOYS announce UK Tour including Belfast show

LA's Bulletboys have announced a brand new UK tour for March 2024, marking their visit to the UK in six years. The tour will see them play in England, Scotland, Wales and their first ever appearance in Ireland on St. Patricks Day 2024. Joining them on all headline club shows are Garden of Eden feat. Steve Unger of Metal Church and NI's newest glam metal band, Alpha Sista! 

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Bulletboys
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October 25, 2023
Martin Kemp is back in Belfast and Back to the 80's this Christmas

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Martin Kemp - Back to the 80's Live DJ
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October 22, 2023
Martin Kemp to reschedule Canal Court Hotel & Spa, Newry show tomorrow

"Unfortunately due to illness, Martin's show at Canal Court Hotel tomorrow will not be able to go ahead. Apologies for any inconvenience caused. We encourage customers to hold on to their tickets while a rescheduled date is being confirmed"

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Martin Kemp - Back to the 80's Live DJ
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October 20, 2023
The Killéirs - Ireland's only tribute to The Killers add Belfast date

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The Killeirs - Ireland's only tribute to The Killers
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October 20, 2023
British rock icons FM add Belfast stop to their 40th Anniversary Tour

British rock icons FM official are pleased to announce a show at Limelight 2, Belfast on Thursday 30 May as part of their “𝐎𝐥𝐝 𝐇𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐃𝐢𝐞 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐝” 40th Anniversary UK Tour 2024! Tickets go on sale tomorrow Friday 20th October at 10am from www.Ticketmaster.ie

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FM
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October 19, 2023
Ardal O'Hanlon & Guests at Bardic Theatre this January

Award Winning Comedian and TV star Ardal O'Hanlon has announced an intimate show at Bardic Theatre, Donaghmore on Saturday 20th January 2024. Ardal will be joining by comedienne Diona Doherty and Special Guest MC: Paddy Raff. Tickets are on sale now from www.BardicTheatre.com

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Ardal O'Hanlon
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October 16, 2023
One Night of Adele tours Northern Ireland next February

One Night Of Adele will transport you into the sensational atmosphere of an Adele concert experience, with immaculate replications of the global anthems from the best-selling female artist of all time.

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One Night of Adele
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September 4, 2023
Heavy Metal Assault Tour lands in UK next February

Heavy Metal Assault Tour features Girlschool, Alcatrazz, RAVEn and Airforce all on the one stage for one special night.

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Girlschool
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Alcatrazz
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RAVEN
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Airforce
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August 24, 2023
Massive Wagons announce Irish Dates this December

MASSIVE WAGONS add shows in Belfast, Cookstown and Dublin this December as part of the bands Trigger Tour: Part 2. Tickets go on sale Thursday 10 August 2023 from local outlets

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Massive Wagons
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August 9, 2023
Craig Charles Funk & Soul House Party announce Limelight, Belfast date

SD Entertainment invites you to get ready for the ultimate Funk & Soul House Party! This all-new DJ show for 2024 invites fans to enter Craig’s living room in Limelight, Belfast on Sunday 31 March as he delves into his extensive record collection to bring you straight-up groove bangers, exclusive funk and soul cuts plus some of Ireland's best Funk and Soul bands and much more.

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Craig Charles
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August 1, 2023
Chris Holmes Mean Man European Tour Announced

Legendary W.A.S.P guitarist Chris Holmes and his Mean Man band announce European leg of The 65 Tour.

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Chris Holmes
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July 21, 2023
Keith St. John announces UK Acoustic Tour this October

Born in Brooklyn, NY and currently living in Los Angeles, California and Las Vegas Nevada, Keith St John is best known for his time as leader singer for Montrose (featuring Ronnie Montrose) from 1998 to 2012 and also as the lead singer/co-songwriter for Burning Rain (featuring Doug Aldrich, Blas Elias, Brad Lang) from 1999 to present. Burning Rain has released 4 studio albums to date.

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Keith St. John
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June 26, 2023
Blaze Bayley announces Iron Maiden 30 Year Anniversary 2024 Irish Tour

BLAZE BAYLEY ANNOUNCES “IRON MAIDEN XXX ANNIVERSARY” IRISH TOUR DATES.Performing hits from ‘The X factor’ and ‘Virtual XL’ the former Iron Maiden frontman will take in dates in Warrenpoint, Omagh, Belfast, Dublin, and Cork this coming February, with support from UK Melodic Metal crew, Absolva.

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Blaze Bayley
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June 23, 2023
VEGA announce UK Tour in support of new album 'Battlelines'

VEGA are delighted to announce that they will return to the UK tour circuit with a 14 date tour scheduled for September / October 2023 to tie in with the release of new album ‘Battlelines’ through Frontiers. Kim Jennett and her new live electric band will be the Special Guest at all dates. Tickets will go on sale direct from venues from 9am, June 21. 

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VEGA
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Kim Jennett
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June 19, 2023
Michael Schenker Group announce Irish Dates as part of 'Universal' World Tour

From his time in UFO to Scorpions, Michael Schenker has been a trailblazing guitarist since the day he first day his fingers touched a fretboard.Now 50 years later, SD Entertainment will bring Michael Schenker Group to Ireland for two exclusive shows this November in The Academy, Dublin on 24th, and BelfastLimelight 1 on the 25th, featuring vocalist, and Co Meath native, Robin McAuley

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Michael Schenker Group
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June 5, 2023