James Smyth Archives - Chordblossom
After a long wait, the Belfast-based quartet’s eponymous debut EP arrives with a clatter. Following on from two tremendous support| Chordblossom
After a long wait, the Belfast-based quartet’s eponymous debut EP arrives with a clatter. Following on from two tremendous support| Chordblossom
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The hunt for Northern Ireland’s next big busking act is back with the return of BOOST’s Busker corer competition. Now in its third year, the energy drink brand has teamed up with Belfast One, bringing the showcase to some of the busiest spots in the city. The return also marks the biggest prize fund to […] The post Musicians Wanted for BOOST’S Busker Corner appeared first on Chordblossom.| Chordblossom
When Chordblossom came into existence, it was always our aim to shine a spotlight on the artists and bands that make up the music scene in Northern Ireland. We’ve been doing it for over ten years now and one of our favourite methods is our Introducing feature. Put the kettle on, curl up on your […] The post Introducing: #147 – Ballistic appeared first on Chordblossom.| Chordblossom
Cavalier Attitude released their debut album ‘Heartbreak & Hangovers’ at the end of June. The record is a perfect blend of emo, punk, and pop-punk with plenty of heart on the sleeve moments. ‘Heartbreak & Hangovers’ is a deep dive into the chaos of youth, heartbreak, and self-reflection. The band recently took some time out […] The post Track by Track: Cavalier Attitude appeared first on Chordblossom.| Chordblossom
The Hilden Brewery Beer and Music Festival is set to return this weekend, bringing live music, craft beer, and local food to the picturesque Georgian setting of Hilden House and its grounds. The courtyard will host the main stage and bar, with cover in place should the weather turn, while the tipi garden will feature […] The post Hilden Brewery Beer and Music Festival Returns For 2025 appeared first on Chordblossom.| Chordblossom
This month’s Under the Drum was the Reade family’s second year running the festival, tucked away on Breckenhill Farm about thirty minutes from Belfast. Now expanded to two nights with two stages, a jam packed extracurricular activities schedule on Saturday ranging from yoga and poetry to falconry and foraging, an art tent with live crafting […] The post Review: Under the Drum 2025 appeared first on Chordblossom.| Chordblossom
Applications are now open for the Gerry Anderson Music Bursary, a £5,000 award designed to support emerging musicians from Ulster as they take the next step in their careers. Launched in partnership with the Oh Yeah Centre, the bursary celebrates the legacy of Gerry Anderson – the much-loved broadcaster and passionate advocate for local music. […] The post Gerry Anderson Music Bursary Open For Applications appeared first on Chordblossom.| Chordblossom
Larger-than-life Derry duo, Beauty Sleep, will release their highly-anticipated second album, The Whole Damn Cake this November and we are| Chordblossom
Every month sees more and more great Irish music released to the world. Aaron Cunningham, Will Mac Aoidh and Christopher| Chordblossom
We had a fantastic reaction to the return of our Kickstart competition. Once again the quantity and quality of submissions| Chordblossom
After a long wait, the Belfast-based quartet’s eponymous debut EP arrives with a clatter. Following on from two tremendous support| Chordblossom
The feedback from our expert panel of music industry professionals highlighted that our 2025 longlist was one of the strongest| Chordblossom
After a successful debut last year, the Antrim hills will once again come alive with music as Under the Drum| Chordblossom
Every month we take a look back at the best new releases from Northern Ireland, showcasing the sheer amount of| Chordblossom
Every month we take a look back at the best new releases from Northern Ireland, showcasing the sheer amount of| Chordblossom
Every month we take a look back at the best new releases from Northern Ireland, showcasing the sheer amount of| Chordblossom
Every month we take a look back at the best new releases from Northern Ireland, showcasing the sheer amount of| Chordblossom
Seven years on from their last record, Andrew McGibbon Jr. and Chris McMullan are back. Age of Monsters marks a| Chordblossom
Seven years on from their last record, Andrew McGibbon Jr. and Chris McMullan are back. Age of Monsters marks a| Chordblossom
Seven years on from their last record, Andrew McGibbon Jr. and Chris McMullan are back. Age of Monsters marks a| Chordblossom
I don’t think it’s unreasonable at this point to say that Taylor Johnson is a mainstay of the music scene in Northern Ireland. A ball of enthusiastic energy and optimism, Taylor has spent over 10 years relentlessly championing music from these shores. That can do attitude has seen him turn his hand as a music […] The post Interview: Taylor Johnson appeared first on Chordblossom.| Chordblossom
Every month sees more and more great Irish music released to the world. Aaron Cunningham and Will Mac Aoidh select some of our favourite releases of last month, including cover artist CABL. All found in our rotating playlist. CABL – uh oh Irish four-piece CABL follow on from last year’s debut EP with a new self-produced single. […] The post Best New Irish – July appeared first on Chordblossom.| Chordblossom
Every month we take a look back at the best new releases from Northern Ireland, showcasing the sheer amount of talent coming out of the North in our featured playlist. This month’s cover artist is Niall McDowell. Words by Aaron Cunningham and Will Mac Aoidh. Niall McDowell – I Know A Woman I was very lucky to […] The post Fresh Music from NI – July appeared first on Chordblossom.| Chordblossom
After a long wait, the Belfast-based quartet’s eponymous debut EP arrives with a clatter. Following on from two tremendous support| Chordblossom
After a successful debut last year, the Antrim hills will once again come alive with music as Under the Drum| Chordblossom
Seven years on from their last record, Andrew McGibbon Jr. and Chris McMullan are back. Age of Monsters marks a| Chordblossom
There is a certain school of thought that says you should never go back to places that you’ve had a| Chordblossom
It brings us some sadness that we reach the end of Kickstart for another year but also a lot of| Chordblossom
The feedback from our expert panel of music industry professionals highlighted that our 2025 longlist was one of the strongest| Chordblossom
Cathal Francis has become a well known name within the Northern Irish music scene in the last few years and| Chordblossom
Our regular gig guide picks out a handful of must see gigs taking place across Northern Ireland. Bonded: Joshua Burnside| Chordblossom
The feedback from our expert panel of music industry professionals highlighted that our 2025 longlist was one of the strongest| Chordblossom
Every month we take a look back at the best new releases from Northern Ireland, showcasing the sheer amount of| Chordblossom
Our regular gig guide picks out a handful of must see gigs taking place across Northern Ireland. Bonded: Joshua Burnside| Chordblossom
Every month we take a look back at the best new releases from Northern Ireland, showcasing the sheer amount of| Chordblossom
Every month we take a look back at the best new releases from Northern Ireland, showcasing the sheer amount of| Chordblossom
Every month sees more and more great Irish music released to the world. Aaron Cunningham and Will Mac Aoidh select| Chordblossom
Every month we take a look back at the best new releases from Northern Ireland, showcasing the sheer amount of| Chordblossom
Every month we take a look back at the best new releases from Northern Ireland, showcasing the sheer amount of| Chordblossom
We had a fantastic reaction to the return of our Kickstart competition. Once again the quantity and quality of submissions| Chordblossom
The shortlists for the 2024 RTÉ Choice Prize awards have now been released and the nominations are shaping up to| Chordblossom
Every month we take a look back at the best new releases from Northern Ireland, showcasing the sheer amount of| Chordblossom
Every month we take a look back at the best new releases from Northern Ireland, showcasing the sheer amount of| Chordblossom
We had a fantastic reaction to the return of our Kickstart competition. Once again the quantity and quality of submissions| Chordblossom
Every month sees more and more great Irish music released to the world. Aaron Cunningham, Will Mac Aoidh and Christopher| Chordblossom
Every month we take a look back at the best new releases from Northern Ireland, showcasing the sheer amount of| Chordblossom
Every month we take a look back at the best new releases from Northern Ireland, showcasing the sheer amount of| Chordblossom
When I was a kid, I was fascinated by blacksmithing - specifically, the process of smithing a sword. I think| Chordblossom
Behind every great track and band, there are the unsung heroes. The producers. The studio engineers. The mixers. The men and women who make it their mission to make every track| Chordblossom
Every month we take a look back at the best new releases from Northern Ireland, showcasing the sheer amount of| Chordblossom
Let’s get one thing straight: Susi Pagel isn’t here to blend in. Belfast’s reigning pink pop princess has just unleashed| Chordblossom
Remarkably we find ourselves at the start of a new year but before we rush headlong into 2025, we wanted| Chordblossom
While some artists are satisfied circling the shadows, TRAMP are poised front and centre, flaunting Bimbofication. Their sound is perplexing| Chordblossom
The first GIFTED of 2025 is a very special one as we welcome renowned Singer-Songwriter Gareth Dunlop to the Belfast Empire on Thursday 6th| Chordblossom
Remarkably we find ourselves at the start of a new year but before we rush headlong into 2025, we wanted| Chordblossom
Late last year TRAMP recorded a live session in the Belfast Empire for BBC 6 Music. On Thursday 20th March 2025, the genre-queer, therapy-rock band| Chordblossom
"We hosted Brand New Friend, Anderson Nightmare, Parker & Lauren Ann in the Belfast Empire on 29 November 2024 for| Chordblossom
Since forming in 2010, No Matter have remained a beacon of hope and inspiration to those in this country who| Chordblossom
Remarkably we find ourselves at the start of a new year but before we rush headlong into 2025, we wanted| Chordblossom
Genre-queer, therapy-rock band TRAMP have been gaining momentum in the Irish DIY music scene over the last couple of years,| Chordblossom
A year on from her success in our Kickstart competition, we finally got to hear the fruits of AOIBHA's labour.| Chordblossom
GIFTED features a host of established and up and coming musicians from across Northern Ireland through regular gigs in The| Chordblossom
Our fortnightly gig guide picks out a handful of must see gigs taking place across Northern Ireland. Ethan Hollan -| Chordblossom
When Chordblossom came into existence, it was always our aim to shine a spotlight on the artists and bands that| Chordblossom
Gareth Dunlop has had a storied career to date, from winning awards, having his music featured in TV shows &| Chordblossom
This weekend will mark the 14th edition of Stendhal Festival. What started out as a family and friends affair has| Chordblossom
