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  Local blues singer Tony Villiers is among the artists taking to the stage at The Deer’s Head in Belfast for the return of the Guinness Blues Cafe. Tony Villiers and the Villains will perform on Saturday September 17 as the popular blues event returns after a summer break. Also on the autumn bill are   The Davy K Project, Chris Taplin Blues Band and Frank Carberry Blues Band & Guests. Organised by the Belfast City Blues Festival the Blues Cafe has already welcomed thousands of people through its doors since its inception in August, 2021. Promoter Seamus O’Neill said he was delighted to be bringing the Blues Cafe back to The Deer’s Head. He added: “We started the Blues Cafe to get musicians back into work but also to create a magnificent Saturday afternoon vibe, which we have done with an outstanding team and venue. It’s been great for the city and for the people. “Between now and Christmas we have a host of brilliant bands lined up; everyone is in for a brilliant Saturday...

  Conal Montgomery’s ‘Corner Stone’ album launched at Pug Ugly’s, Belfast on 16th June. Doors opened at 8pm with a warm welcome from staff and customers alike as the performances showered the pub with an appreciation for country music. Support act Damien Hanna began his set at 9pm, taking audience requests which led to a barrage of Bon Jovi songs. Having requested ‘Living On A Prayer’ I was amazed at the quick and effortless response as he flowed into the song. 10pm saw the much awaited for Conal Montgomery take to the stage, bringing his album to life with his vocal and instrumental artistry.  Paying homage to his hometown Killyleagh, ‘Corner Stone’ is Conal’s second album. With deep, meaningful lyrics, each song is a staple to the everyday happenings of the village, detailing the people he has known.  Considering the nature of his music, ‘Corner Stone’ is an apt name that encapsulates the symbolism of the ceremonial stone sitting at The Central Bar, which serves to insc...

   Since its launch in 2015, AVA has amassed a following unlike any other having been named the best festival in Ireland. Friday 5th- Saturday 6th June saw sunshine return to the city with a buzz of excitement in the air as internationally renowned artists, Drum and bass extravaganzas and techno acts hit the stage. The main stage saw acts like electronic music duo, BICEP who commandeered the stage with their tension building beats which amassed in thousands jumping in ecstasy, throwing their hands up in the air and dancing freely because if there’s one thing to know about AVA festival, it’s that there’s no judgement. Everyone came together to immerse themselves in the experience, the glorious weather, the ultimate joy of dancing as a collective without repercussion. Over sixty artists played in a triad of venues, as there were four stages unique to the acts across Titanic Slipways, including the Main Stage, The Grasses, The Baltic and the Nomadic Stage. Founder Sarah McBriar w...