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Drummer David Lyttle Goes Off the Beaten Track
The acclaimed musician's new tour with guitar prodigy Joseph Leighton takes jazz to rural corners of the country in search of fresh ears -
Apollo's Fire bring divine baroque sounds to Derry~Londonderry and beyond
Inspired by the music Irish immigrants helped bring to their shores, the American ensemble want to give back with performances that pack emotional power -
Charles Wood Festival in Armagh, a place of historical notes
The 'city of saints and scholars' will be filled with seven days of music this month as the enduring event returns with its special concerts, masterclasses and competitions -
Girls Names on borrowing from Beckett and coming out of the haze with Stains on Silence
The Belfast band talks through their first album in three years and why it's the best thing they've done despite taking the longest to complete -
'We won't have another seven-year break this time', promise Snow Patrol
As the returning rockers release their first album since 2011, drummer Jonny Quinn talks about its long gestation and why it's a relief to be back playing live -
Mary Coughlan: 'I like to think I'm absolutely bionic now'
The enduring singer reflects on a tumultuous career of ups and downs, and her fond memories of Derry where she'll celebrate her 62nd birthday, at this year's Jazz and Big Band Festival -
Strength N.I.A is a Derry Band with a Difference
Voice of the 'unorthodox' pop trio Rory Moore on creating 'something genuine' within the confines of conventional songs and penning a tribute to local football legend Brendan Bradley -
'Kings of popera' G4 promise hits, harmonies and local guests in Northern Ireland shows
High tenor Jonathan Ansell from The X-Factor's original runners-up is looking forward to leaving Irish music lovers with 'a spring in their step' next month -
Carving out a music industry career in Northern Ireland
'It's a good time to be involved' says Keith Millar, whose keen ear for talent and willingness to make connections has lead to an array of exciting roles -
Singer Sarah McGuinness releases first album: 'You get to a certain age and it's now or never'
With a successful career behind the camera the Derry native was hesitant about stepping into the spotlight, but finally now feels it's time to fulfil her lifelong musical ambition