3–12 November Live gigs, music industry, awards, learning & community
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Sound of Belfast is back with a ten-day programme of music, from grassroots through to legends. Presented by the Oh Yeah Music Centre, there will be awards, gigs, showcases and industry events. A celebration of a great music city impressing audiences with new sounds, providing youth and community with access, encouraging participation through workshops and discussing the sector with industry and artists. Celebrating local music past, present and future. Keeping ‘er lit, rocking with the Bonnevilles, marvelling at the talent that is Jealous of the Birds and Malojian, and marking the 20th anniversary of the debut album from Ash. There’s a northern soul night too. Events will take place at The Mandela Hall, The MAC, Voodoo, The Empire, The Eglantine and more. Sound of Belfast is an annual festival. Thanks to our funders, sponsors, audiences and artists for making that possible. Special thanks to Colin Reid for his ongoing support and encouragement. Charlotte Dryden, CEO Oh Yeah Music Centre
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HELP MUSICIANS LAUNCH PARTY
MUSIC FROM RYAN VAIL & PAT DAM SMYTH
Oh Yeah Music Centre
9.00pm–late | £10*
Help Musicians UK is the leading UK charity for musicians of all genres, from starting out through to retirement. On November 3rd they will be launching Help Musicians NI (HMNI), an exciting new initiative and dedicated office for Northern Ireland. There will be ground-breaking announcements and live music from NI Music Prize nominee Ryan Vail, plus one of the region’s finest exports Pat Dam Smyth. They will be joined by some very special guests.
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Find out more and keep up to date with further announcements at: Helpmusicians.org. uk/HMNI Follow #HMNI throughout the Sound of Belfast. *All proceeds go to HMNI 2
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MEET HELP MUSICIANS NI
Oh Yeah Music Centre
12.30–4.00pm | Free
Meet the HMNI team and find out how they are investing in the future of the NI music scene. Whether you’re an emerging artist, professional musician, music organisation or working in the industry, there’s something for you. Find out about innovative campaigns MAD (Music And Depression) and #Hearformusicians, the charity’s vital health and welfare support, as well as new creative funding schemes. Further details to be announced at: helpmusicians.org.uk/HMNItakeover Visit: helpmusicians.org.uk/ hearingmusicanddepression.org.uk
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THE BONNEVILLES, THE COUTH, LOS REYES, THE STRANGE MUSEUM Oh Yeah Music Centre
8.00pm | £6.00
Shizznigh Promotions, in association with Oh Yeah, present this Sound of Belfast special - The Bonnevilles and a most dynamic supporting bill. The Bonnevilles have been shortlisted in this year’s Northern Ireland Music Prize for their album ‘Arrow Pierce My Heart’ . The Lurgan duo have melded Mississippi hill blues and punk rock with a peculiar emotional tone. To quote lead singer and guitarist Andrew McGibbon Jr: “Not so much roses and kittens but whiskey and shame. We take our responsibility as the conduits of the Gods very seriously. The human experience is about sinning and failing; that’s where the acid is and that’s what we try to write about.”
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FAMILY-FRIENDLY ACOUSTIC PICNIC
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Intercultural Jam Oh Yeah Music Centre
1.00–4.00pm | Free
Join us for an afternoon of music from around the world. Get up, get involved. Step into the musical shoes of other cultures. There will be world themed arts and crafts, games, activities and music for children. Parents can get involved, enjoy the music or chat over coffee in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Bring your own picnic and make an afternoon of it. There will be music from local artists and an opportunity to take part in an open mic. A variety of instruments and percussion will be available for children to try out. Participation is encouraged. Fun is guaranteed. Suitable for all, from toddlers to grandparents.
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VOLUME CONTROL: CLASH OF THE NEW BREEDS - LIVE FINAL 7.00–10.30pm | £5
Volume Control is a team of young promoters that specialise in organising gigs for under 18s. Every year they run a new talent competition called Clash of The New Breeds. Between September and October new bands are invited to submit a track for consideration, with eight acts going through to a live final on Saturday 5th November. Prizes and trophy on the night, with proceeds from the door going to a nominated music charity. This year’s charity is Help Musicians UK. Previous winners include Serotonin, Foreign Affairs and The Flims. Who will win the 2016 New Breeds title? The audience will have a say, come down and show the finalists your support. Interested acts should contact volumecontrol@ ohyeahbelfast.com for more details on how to apply. Submission deadline is 14th October.
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MALOJIAN
The MAC
8.00pm | £12.00
The launch of a brand new Malojian album, ‘This Is Nowhere’ plus a documentary film screening. The record was recorded earlier this year at Electrical Audio Studios, Chicago with the legendary music-maker Steve Albini (known for producing bands and artists such as Nirvana, The Pixies, Page & Plant, PJ Harvey). Malojian’s second album ‘Southlands’ from 2015 was widely acclaimed and shortlisted for the Northern Irish Music Prize. The band was personally invited to perform at Glastonbury 2016 by festival creator Micheal Eavis. This album launch will include a screening of Colm Laverty’s film ‘Document’ about the making of the record.
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STUDIO TIME FOR YOUNG BANDS
Start Together Studio, Oh Yeah Music Centre 10.00am–6.00pm | Free Help Musicians have teamed up with Start Together Studio to help eight new acts cut their first recording for free. The studio will set up a full back line of vintage & modern drums, amplifiers and instruments. Using top quality equipment and microphones engineers will capture, record, mix and deliver the tracks that very day. Since opening in 2007, Start Together has worked on hundreds of projects with new & established artists including And So I Watch You From Afar, General Fiasco and Robyn G Shiels. There are eight FREE one-hour sessions on offer. Booking essential.
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If you are a new artist or musician who has never had a song recorded or released and would like to be involved please email: info@starttogether studio.com
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A DAY OF REST Oh Yeah Music Centre
12.00–4.00pm | Free
Health and wellbeing, both physical and emotional, is at the core of music charity Help Musicians NI. Unwind and put yourself first for the afternoon and choose from a range of group activities such as meditation, yoga and the phenomenon that is mindfulness colouring. Exciting pop-ups will be accessible for those who simply want to drop in. Further details and booking details to be announced at: Helpmusicians.org.uk/ HMNI
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BREAKING INTO MUSIC YOUTH CONFERENCE
Oh Yeah Music Centre 10.00am–3.00pm | Free An interactive youth conference that introduces young people to job and training opportunities in the music and events industry. What is it like to be out on the road as a touring band, sound engineer, tour manager, or guitar technician? Can you make a living, what qualifications or experience do you need? How much preparation do you need to do? Do bands make time to rehearse ahead of a tour? How important is it to know what you sound like live, what are the pathways into other work or additional training? This event will combine the support and expertise of a group of industry individuals and organisations set up to support young people into the creative sector. Young people will have a chance to hear from industry professionals such as guitar technician Leif Bodnarchuk, who
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has been on the road with the likes of Bloc Party, Leonard Cohen and Ash. Other speakers and workshops will include input from Cato Academy, Creative & Cultural Skills, UK Music, Start Together Studio and more. Schools/colleges interested in attending e-mail charlotte@ohyeahbelfast.com or call 02890310845 For more info go to www.ohyeahbelfast.com
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UK MUSIC – ‘WISH YOU WERE HERE’ REPORT Oh Yeah Music Centre
6.00–8.00pm | Free
UK Music will host a drinks reception at Oh Yeah to discuss its Wish You Were Here (WYWH) report and the music economy in Northern Ireland. WYWH looks at the contribution of live music to the UK economy and breaks down findings to the nations and regions with a special report on Northern Ireland and Belfast. UK Music’s CEO Jo Dipple will introduce the evening and lead a wider industry discussion about music, economics, culture and regeneration. The evening will be a chance to network with industry insiders and find out more about the music industry in Northern Ireland. Guests include music experts from across the industry, research institutions, arts and tourism organisations. UK Music would love you to attend. If you would like a place please RSVP to eva.lamont@ukmusic.org.
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THE CONTRIBUTION OF LIVE MUSIC TO THE UK ECONOMY
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MATUA TRAP & THE THIN AIR DJS 9.30pm | Free
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Providing a free entry, midweek platform for some of the country’s best musical talent, The Thin Air’s Tuesday Throwdown at Lavery’s has played host to packed-out shows from the likes of Jealous of The Birds, Hot Cops and Robocobra Quartet over the last couple of years. With influences as diverse as Snarky Puppy, Animals As Leaders, Opeth and Peter Gabriel, Belfast alt-prog trio Matua Trap will make their highly-anticipated return - and play their second Throwdown in 12 months - on Tuesday, November 8. Set to release their debut album soon, don’t miss this hugely compelling live act in the intimate setting of Lavery’s Back Bar.
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TERRI HOOLEY’S GOOD VIBRATIONS CLUB Voodoo 10.00pm–late | Free He is the undefeated champion of Belfast. Terri Hooley is a punk godfather, an unabashed anarchist, a folk devil, a poet, a lover and a fighter. His blazing life has been celebrated in the film Good Vibrations and Thursday night at Voodoo is the chance to hear him play tunes that equate with his character. Expect ska, reggae, soul, punk rock and inevitably, ‘Teenage Kicks’, the record he sent into the universe on his legendary record label.
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OVER THE HILL MUSIC COLLECTIVE ALBUM PREVIEW AND DISCUSSION Oh Yeah Music Centre
7.00–10.00pm | Free
Over The Hill would like to invite you to a special preview of its upcoming album. This will be the second release from the collective that was set up to support older musicians. The evening will combine acoustic performances and discussion with the artists involved in the project. Since 2012 Over The Hill has been providing a platform for older people interested in trying out or getting back into music. They run a monthly event that offers welcoming, open and encouraging performance opportunities, plus mentoring and regular talks from music industry professionals. Over The Hill meets every last Thursday of the month at Oh Yeah Music Centre, 7.30pm. For more information contact Paul Kane: paul@ohyeahbelfast.com
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BELFAST URBAN AFFINITY 2016
Oh Yeah Music Centre 10.00am–3.00pm | Free
Urban Affinity is an open day at Oh Yeah providing hard-to-reach young people with free access to a variety of music related taster sessions. The aim is to encourage participation and expose young people to the enjoyment of music. It also focuses on introducing them to potential employment, training or volunteering opportunities in the music industry. With an emphasis on urban, pop and hip hop, a variety of taster sessions are on offer including club and radio DJing, rap, vocal coaching, song writing, production, studio time and career advice sessions. Places are free but limited. For more info or to book contact charlotte@ohyeahbelfast.com, (028) 9031 0845 Priority of place is offered to youth, NEETS and community organisations on a registration basis.
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WALDORF AND CANNON, JUNK DRAWER, HATCHET FIELD Belfast Empire 8.30pm | £10 Robyn G Shiels won the Northern Ireland Music Prize in 2014 with his outstanding album, The Blood of the Innocents. His songs hint at lingering memories of dark times in his native Kilrea. This Empire gig will witness the release of a new single, ‘If I Were Thy Demon’. Waldorf and Cannon are an alternative duo from Derry & Donegal. Influenced by Pixies, LCD Sound System, CCR, Nirvana, Devo, Motorhead, Fugazi, RATM, Link Wray, Little Walter and Beck. Junk Drawer are an inevitable indie-rock band comprised of Stevie Lennox, Jake Lennox and Brian Coney. They count Quasi, Built To Spill and Slint as influences. Hatchet Field is the new solo project of Hornby, former guitarist of The Continuous Battle Of Order and We Are Knives. File under murder balladeer and liberation singer.
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MUSIC CITIES AFTERNOON
CONVERSATIONS. PANELS. DISCUSSIONS.
Oh Yeah Music Centre This Sound of Belfast special will discuss what Brexit means for music, as well as discussions on licencing laws, the future of small venues, and how Belfast can learn from cities like Berlin. To register interest e-mail events@ohyeahbelfast.com
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12.00–5.00pm | free
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Networking lunch Meet and talk with local, national and international industry. 1.00–2.00pm
Brexit means Brexit. Or so we’re told But what does Brexit really mean? And how will it impact upon the UK music industry and future funding. From overseas touring, the open-skies regulation that determines EU-US flights and the need for visas and carnets to copyright law, collecting societies and work permits. What does the future hold for musicians, businesses and fans? Our panellists will outline the range of issues to be considered for the music industry in the wake of the UK’s decision to leave the EU. Panel will include: Ian Moss – Director Public Affairs, BPI; Christoph Jankowski – Head of Creative Europe, British Council 2.00–3.00pm
The future of venues in Northern Ireland Small and grass-roots venues are increasingly under threat, and there have been many closures across the UK and Northern Ireland. But they are the life-blood
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10 of many music Shizznigh Promotions scenes and presents can play a crucial role in nurturing local talent and providing a platform for artists to build their careers and develop their music. So how do we improve, protect and secure their longterm future? HMNI, in partnership with Music Venue Trust (MVT) will announce and discuss their plans for a new initiative to address the issue. Join them and have your say. Panel will include HMNI and Mark Davyd – Founder and CEO of MVT. More TBA. 3.00–4.00pm
Belfast to Berlin: music cities discussion Later this year Oh Yeah will be taking some of its talent development artists to Berlin. The idea is to build on developing relationships with other music cities and expose emerging talent to live performance opportunities outside of Belfast. But what can Belfast learn from Berlin, one of the great Music Cities of Europe? How do festivals, venues and music organisations engage with artists? What infrastructure or government support is in place and how do they develop audiences and sustain a thriving live scene? Panel will include Jonny Tiernan – DJ and publisher of Berlin Magazine LOLA. More TBA.
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AVA discusses... Do licensing laws affect a city’s aspirations as a creative leader? A city that can lead the way for the night economy and enabling a variety of events? How beneficial are late and 24 hour licenses (London, Amsterdam, Berlin…) and what are the effects, both positive and negative? Panel will include Emmett Costello – Inside Moves, MA Arts Management at QUB, Mark Gordon – Head of Generator NI, Sarah McBriar – AVA Festival Director. More TBA.
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PPL CV writing workshops with Kate Reilly One-To-One advice on CV writing for music related jobs. Registration advised – bring your CV. 2.00–4.00pm
Musicians’ Union One-To-One Advice Sessions Registration advised E-mail events@ohyeahbelfast.com to register.
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10 Scratch My Progress EP Launch
VOKXEN, BOSCO RAMOS, PETTY YOUTH, SEARCH PARTY, EMER MAGUIRE Oh Yeah Music Centre
8.00pm | £3.00
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Scratch My Progress is Oh Yeah’s annual talent development programme. Five acts have been receiving mentoring and support from industry professionals across 2016 and will come together to launch a showcase EP on November 10th.This is year five of Scratch and what a brilliant mix of artists to represent the project. We believe in them, we support them, please do come along and show them your support too. Scratch My Progress is supported by PRS for Music Foundation, the Arts Council of Northern Ireland and Help Musicians UK. Live Music Partner
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HORNETS, MOLARBEAR
Eglantine Bar
9.00pm | Free
Hornets are purveyors of heavy punk hardcore metal rock. They recently recorded their debut album ‘Witch Hunt’ in three day spree at Start Together Studio. MolarBear formed in 2013, in Belfast Molarbear are a bludgeon of sound that draws on noise and punk discordance in a brutal three guitar assault. Featuring former members of local ne’er-do-wells Jackalfeud, Gacys Threads, The Comparison Ford, and Qaala, their mission statement is a simple one – make the heaviest noises possible, all the time.
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TUSKANY, STRENGTH, CIVIL SIMIAN, JESS EDLIN Belfast Empire
9.00pm | £3.00
Tuskany, formed in late 2015, are a Belfast-based indie/pop act. Their music consists of punchy riffs and melodic synth lines and have delivered a live session for ATL on Radio Ulster. Strength, from Derry, play elliptical art-funk. Rory Moore says: “I wanted to use pieces of dead machinery: an old drum machine: a broken bass: a VHS recorder… a space where there was literally nothing left.” Civil Simian’s ‘The Fables EP’ is available online and a full length album will be out soon. Jess Edlin writes songs with guitar, piano and viola then mixes them together on Lexicon/Cubase. “Somewhere between ALT J and Regina Spektor”.
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THE NORTHERN IRELAND MUSIC PRIZE IN ASSOCIATION WITH BLUE MOON Mandela Hall
8.00pm | £15 (plus booking fee) Online ticket sales: bit.do/nimp2016
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Jealous of the Birds Girls Names Ports Twelve albums have been shortlisted for the Northern Ireland Music Prize In Association With Blue Moon 2016. The winning album will be announced on the night. The NI Music Prize event will end with a special presentation - an Oh Yeah Legend Award - to Ash
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The shortlisted acts are:
The Bonnevilles Arrow Pierce My Heart
Ciaran Lavery Let Bad In
David C Clements The Longest Day In History
Documenta Drone Pop #1
exmagician Scan The Blue
Foy Vance The Wild Swan
Girls Names Arms Around A Vision
Jealous of the Birds Parma Violets
Michael Mormecha LOFi LiFE
Ports The Devil Is A Songbird
Ryan Vail For Every Silence
Sea Pinks Soft Days
The NI Music Prize In Association With Blue Moon is produced by the Oh Yeah music centre and is also supported by The Arts Council of Northern Ireland.
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THE OH YEAH LEGEND AWARD
Supported by Blue Moon & PRS Mandela Hall 8.00pm | £15.00 (part of the NI Music Prize event). Tickets via Eventbrite.com
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The Oh Yeah Legend Award, Supported by Blue Moon and PRS, recognises the exceptional contribution of a musician or a music industry figure from Northern Ireland. Ash will be the latest recipients. After receiving the award, Ash will perform their debut album ‘1977’, which was released 20 years ago. The Ash story is a remarkable one. Formed at Downpatrick High School in 1992, they have secured two Number One albums in the UK plus 18 Top 40 singles. Front man Tim Wheeler won the Ivor Novello Award for Best Contemporary Pop Song in 2001 for ‘Shining Light’. Their music has featured on numerous film soundtracks and video games. They have sold over eight million records worldwide. Previous recipients are: The Divine Comedy (2015) Therapy? (2014) Gary Moore (posthumous) (2012) Stiff Little Fingers (2011) The Undertones (2010) Henry McCullough (2009) Terri Hooley (2008)
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#HMNITAKEOVER HMNI will be taking over Belfast for the day with concerts, gigs and fundraising events popping up all over the city. More info will be announced in the run up to and during Sound of Belfast. Follow #HMNItakeover and keep up-to-date with the latest news.
HMNI MUSIC BUS TOUR In addition to the usual Belfast Music Bus Tour, Help Musicians UK will be running an additional bus, with a few surprises along the way. Further details and booking details to be announced at: Helpmusicians.org.uk/HMNI
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THE BELFAST MUSIC BUS TOUR
Begins at the Ulster Hall Take a trip through the heart of a great rock and roll city, taking in landscapes that informed and inspired the likes of Van Morrison, Stiff Little Fingers, Ruby Murray, James Galway, Gary Moore and Snow Patrol. It finishes with a visit to the Northern Ireland Music exhibition at Oh Yeah. Great music on this two hour journey. We invite you to roll with it.
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2.00pm | ÂŁ6/ÂŁ8 Tickets from the Welcome Centre, 028 9024 6609 visit-belfast.com
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SPECTRUM 2016
Mojo Fury, Gascan Ruckus, Hot Cops, Bad Fit, Life Goals, Gnarkats, Rachael Boyd, Brash Isaac, Joel Harkin Elmwood Hall 6.30pm | £12.00 Born out of a love of live music and a dedication to show off the wealth of musical talent in NI, Spectrum is an annual one-day independent music festival designed to showcase the vast array of diverse bands and artists in Northern Ireland and beyond. Having already attracted some of the biggest names in the country to their stage, 2016 will see the Spectrum brand evolve even further, within another iconic Belfast venue, the Elmwood Hall. The headliners are Mojo Fury, back after a hiatus after their magnificent 2013 ‘The Difference Between’. They will stage their re-arrival with unique style. (for early bird ticket offers, see @spectrumbelfast)
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BACK TRACK SOUL NIGHT With DJs:
LIAM QUINN
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TONY HARPO DOYLE (Sleepless Nights, Dublin)
JOHN CREANER DEE O’LOAN Oh Yeah Music Centre
9.30pm–late | £6.00
This will be Back Track’s 8th outing, with some absolutely stunning tunes involving soul, northern, crossover and modern. As selected by these much-respected DJs with their choice record collections, put together with exceptional care. Live Music Partner
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NI MUSIC EXHIBITION
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The NI Music exhibition consists of four elements including a series of storyboards plotting the history of Northern Ireland music from folk to Snow Patrol and audio visual displays showing the likes of Them, The Undertones, Stiff Little Fingers and Gary Moore. A ‘Legends’ series of wall displays hail the great achievers in Northern Ireland music while exhibition cases showcase some unique rock and roll memorabilia, including the Fender guitar that Gary Lightbody from Snow Patrol used to write ‘Run’ and ‘Chasing Cars’, a vintage street sign of Cyprus Avenue, made famous in a Van Morrison song, and a specially arranged exhibit of Gary Moore memorabilia kindly donated by his family.
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Free, open daily. Exhibition Opening Times: Monday–Friday: 10.00–5.00pm Saturday: 12.00–5.00pm
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