Other Voices Belfast
RTE 2 // 22nd November 2017 // Time 11PM
Dingle to Derry, Texas to Berlin, New York to London – over the last 16 years, Other Voices, the internationally acclaimed music television series and arts festival, has ploughed a rich and diverse musical furrow, seeding song, story, banter and debate in towns and cities across the globe.
In October 2017, Other Voices Belfast burst into life, a three-day gathering of music, creativity and technology, a warm invitation from one of the world’s greatest musical cities, to one of Ireland’s most iconic musical gatherings, an opportunity for Other Voices to add a unique Kerry-born essence, to the proud and compelling contemporary voice of Belfast.
Belfast’s Duncairn Centre welcomed Other Voices to the city with open arms. A feast for the senses, this potent evening of live music showcased the best in new musical talent. This special episode of Other Voices features sets from Grammy shortlisted trad giants Beoga, lo-fi acoustic gems from Portadown’s Jealous of the Birds and some daring, minimalist electronic magic from Derry’s Ryan Vail. The show also features Kildare pop-rock, arena touring duo Picture This, the spine-tingling atmospheric folk of Hampshire born, Donegal bred Rosie Carney and an electrifying set from Derry purveyors of punk Touts.
The show is presented by Huw Stephens, May Kay and Rigsy.