• In Conversation with Le Boom, CHERYM, Dea Matrona & TRAMP Ahead of BBC Introducing Live

    October 21, 2024 - By 

    This Friday, 25th October, BBC Introducing Live returns to Mandela Hall as part of this year’s Belfast International Arts Festival, showcasing four of the very best acts from across the island. With performances from Le Boom, CHERYM, Dea Matrona and TRAMP, it’s set to underscore the health of our world-beating music community. For the artists involved, this show is more than just a gig. Sharing the stage with fellow talents is a chance to celebrate the diversity and collaborative spirit that’s at the heart of the scene. From CHERYM reflecting on the growing representation of female and non-male artists to Le…

  • Live Line-up For NI Music Prize Announced

    October 18, 2022 - By 

    The live line-up for this year’s Northern Ireland Music Prize has been revealed. Celebrating the very best of Northern Irish music released over the last 12 months, the annual ceremony returns to Belfast’s Ulster Hall on Wednesday, November 16th. Various artists will compete to walk away with the prestigious Album of the Year prize, as well as Live Act, Video, Single and ATL Artist of the Year. Go here for the shortlists. Performing on the night will be nominated acts SOAK, Cherym, Leo Miyagee, Rory Nellis, and Robocobra Quartet. Also taking to the stage will be Dea Matrona – who won Best Single…