Each month, Northern Ireland is packed with vibrant music events to pick and choose from. Craic Buzz has created a monthly handy guide to the biggest and best gigs in the region.
Here are nine upcoming music concerts to look forward to this month:
Curtis Stigers — April 6, Ulster Hall, Belfast
The King of Jazz is back. The talented artist has had several top-ten hits, including You’re All That Matters To Me and I Wonder Why. After playing for presidents and princes, he is set to thrill fans at Ulster Hall.
Bowie Experience — April 7, Ulster Hall, Belfast
A must-see for all Bowie fans, this spectacular concert celebrates the sound and vision of David Bowie. It promises to be a great time.
Ken Haddock’s Sunday Supper Club — April 7–8, Belfast Empire
Get ready to enjoy live music from one of Belfast’s most renowned singer-songwriters, Ken Haddock. Accompanied by a fantastic band of players, he is often joined on stage by some of the city’s finest musicians like Foy Vance, Cormac Neeson from The Answer, Matt McGinn, and Gareth Dunlop. You can also catch him performing at the same venue on April 14–15, 21–22, and 28–29.
The Breeze — April 12, Portico Arts & Heritage Centre, Portaferry
The Breeze comprises three multi-instrumentalists: Chris Coll, Decky McManus, and Stevie Scullion. Their collaboration is built on the long-time collaborators’ various sounds and influences and their years of touring.
Breathe — The Pink Floyd Experience — April 13, The Limelight, Belfast
Initially scheduled to be held on May 6, 2023, the show will see Breathe, a collective of musicians who embody the music rock icon Pink Floyd. You can expect to enjoy music from all periods of the Floydian catalogue.
Lainey Wilson — April 16–17, Ulster Hall, Belfast
The 2023 CMT Music Awards’ most nominated artist and winner of the Billboard Women in Music’s “Rulebreaker” award is bringing her captivating stage presence to Belfast, Northern Ireland.
Ards International Guitar Festival — April 17–21, Newtownards, Northern Ireland
Now in its 28th year, the festival boasts an array of guitar-centric events, including gigs, free fringe activities, and an exhibition. You can look forward to performances from multi-award-winning Irish guitarist Dom Martin, British singer-songwriter Martin Harley, American classical guitarist Miles McConnell, local blues legend Ronnie Greer, and singer/songwriter and former Lifetime Achievement Award winner Sarah McQuaid.
Boogie Nights — April 19, Belfast Barge, Belfast
Get ready for a nostalgic trip down memory lane at the Barge with Boogie Nights.
Derek Ryan — April 20, Ulster Hall, Belfast
After the resounding success of his recent nationwide Irish tour, Pure & Simple, the Irish country sensation returns with a new concert. You can expect his biggest hits, Hold On To Your Hat and God’s Plan, and new music from his latest album.
