
The Real Shindig consists of Conor Blaney, Ciarán McGuckin, Rachel McGarrity, Aide McIlduff & Brian Burns. Based in Belfast, their music has taken them across Europe, America and even as far as Australia. The band’s combination of diverse influences creates a powerful live set which contains everything from traditional Irish to modern contemporary music.
We’re delighted to announce that Franz Nicolay—of The Hold Steady, Against Me!, Guignol and many more—will be playing an intimate show with us on Saturday 12th April. After his scheduled Ireland tour dates were unexpectedly cancelled, Franz already had the flights booked… so we stepped in to offer him a stage. We love a story …
Belfast’s best traditional music session. Join the Belfast Session Guide open trad sessions every Sunday in our Public Bar.