La Di Da are a band from Dublin, Ireland consisting of Niamh O’Raw, Sean Lay, D. Cullen and Leon McGrane. They headline Fibber Magees, DUBLIN on Sunday 23 February 2025
Hailing from the north west, Muddy Elephant are gaining a lot of momentum thanks to a loyal fanbase. They’ve sold out shows and supported artists such as The Darkness, Scouting For Girls, Busted, The Hunna, Reverend and the Makers and Jason Allan. They’ve also been championed by BBC Introducing, XS Manchester, ITV’s This Morning, Capital Radio and Radio X. They headline The Castle Hotel in MANCHESTER on Wednesday 19 March 2025 with support from Forgetting The Future and OCEANLESS
PILOSA is a Psychedelic rock project with an overarching narrative; set in a land of over-evolved sloths and anteaters, the PILOSA queendom is subject to great power struggles and philosophical debate. The Derry-based quartet, James Tomlinson, Rosa Walsh, Jack Quigg and Ryan Holmes reimagine modern life through the lenses of quirky characters and dramatic surrealist depictions of monopoly capitalism
Tired Of Fighting are an explosive emo punk band from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. The trio are inspired by early 00’s emo such as Motion City Soundtrack and Taking Back Sunday. They support OCHISIA and Split The Ticket at Little Buildings in Newcastle on 13 December 2024
Gary’s Rainbow Shop are from Paisley and are influenced by artists such as Biffy Clyro, Soundgarden, Foo Fighters and Alter Bridge. The band consists of Conar Girvan, Adam MacDonald, and brothers Connor Hepburn and Kieran Hepburn. They’ve been championed by Jim Gellatly on Amazing Radio and support Howling Home on 28 December 2024 at The Hug and Pint in Glasgow.
Key North are a five piece band from Aberdeen, Scotland. Formed in 2024 they recently released their debut single Granite Angels. They support The Sun Day at Cafe Drummonds, ABERDEEN on Sunday 24 November 2024
Named after a Village in Kerry, the county where lead songwriter Eli McGuire was born, Listowel are a Dublin based Alternative/Garage 4-piece rock band, drawing comparisons to the heavier Neil Young & Crazy Horse and the driving energy of Interpol. Formed in late 2023, the band are quickly earning a reputation for their loud, energetic performances. They support The Scarlet Cavaliers alongside Phonic Bloom on Thursday 5 December 2024 at The Union Bar at Queen’s University Student Union in BELFAST
Split The Ticket have been described as “effortlessly danceable, seamless and thought-provoking” by NARC magazine. They also sold out multiple shows in 2024. The group blend indie and surf-rock inspired by artists like Wunderhorse and Fontaines D.C. They headline Little Buildings in NEWCASTLE on Sunday 16 March 2025 and support Forgetting The Future in EDINBURGH on Friday 14 March 2025
Hailing from Alloa in central Scotland, Pomme Frites are an alternative indie rock band. They support Deltamanic at The Oakwood Lounge in ALLOA on 23 November 2024 as part of the Off Axis / Sound of Belfast / Un-Convention tour.
Newcastle upon Tyne based band Rascal support Precious INK at Little Buildings in NEWCASTLE on Thursday 21 November 2024 as part of our Sound of Belfast / Un-Convention festival tour.
Tyne and Wear indie band Frogeggs support Precious INK at Little Buildings in NEWCASTLE on Thursday 21 November 2024 as part of our Sound of Belfast / Un-Convention festival tour.
Hailing from Belfast, Phonic Bloom create powerful, driving, alt. rock. They support The Scarlet Cavaliers at The Union Bar at Queen’s University Student Union in BELFAST on 5 December 2024
The Scarlet Cavaliers are a Northern Ireland based Rock n Roll band. They headline The Union Bar at Queen’s University Student Union in BELFAST on 5 December 2024 with support from Phonic Boom
Hailing from Manchester, High Sobriety are an alternative rock band consisting of 2 vocalists/guitarists, a lead guitarist, a bassist and a drummer. Relative newcomers to the live scene, having formed in early 2024, they’ve so far released an EP and several singles. Influences include Paramore, Foo Fighters, Radiohead and Blink-182. They support Ed Armeson at The Rat & Pigeon in MANCHESTER on 20 November 2024
Precious Ink are a brat-rock band exploding out of the North-East. Their sound is a mix of alternative punk and indie rock influenced by artists like Paramore, Foo Fighters and Pretty Reckless. They headline Little Buildings in NEWCASTLE on Thursday 21 November 2024 as part of our Sound of Belfast / Un-Convention tour.
Hailing from Sheffield, Wicked Are The Branches blend the heavy alt-rock of Alice In Chains and Deftones, with the ethereal melancholy of Daughter and Jeff Buckley and the fierce, uncompromising spirit of PJ Harvey. They support Ed Armeson alongside The Demographic from Inverness on Wednesday 20 November 2024 at The Rat & Pigeon in MANCHESTER
Hailing from Newcastle Upon Tyne OCHISIA are influenced by artists including The Used, My Chemical Romance, Funeral For A Friend, Paramore, Alkaline Trio and As It Is. The band sold out The Globe earlier this year, the launch party for their debut EP Death Never Comes Easy and played shows in Sunderland, Gateshead and Stockton.
Dead Wax Digbeth in BIRMINGHAM is a cool, gritty venue with live bands and DJs spinning tunes on vinyl located at 28 Adderley St, Birmingham, B9 4ED. This show will be the debut Off Axis x Bad Saint gig Friday 29 November 2024
Sarah Johnsone is based in the north east of England and made her debut as a solo artist. She’s since had her music featured on Frank Berry’s critically acclaimed film Aisha and via Spotify’s coveted New Music Friday editorial playlist. Live, Johnsone performs with a full band. They headline Little Buildings in NEWCASTLE on Thursday 21 November 2024 as part of the Sound of Belfast / Un-Convention tour.
Off Axis x Un-Convention showcase at Output as part of Sound of Belfast festival features Mark Hegan, Baroda, Monday’s Child and Mima Merrow on Tuesday 12 November 2024 at The Dirty Onion and Yardbird it’s FREE
20:00 – 20:30 – MIMA MERROW | 21:00 – 21:30 – MONDAY’S CHILD | 22:00 – 22:30 – BARODA | 23:00 – 23:30 – MARK HEGAN
Bangor-based Mark Hegan has crafted a songbook which has helped secure nominations for the Northern Ireland Music Prize, airplay courtesy of BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio 2, BBC Radio Ulster/Introducing and praise from the likes of Hot Press and Chordblossom. Belfast natives Baroda aka lifelong friends Neil Goss, Michael Klontzakis and Christopher Parker have been championed by BBC Introducing, Amazing Radio and New Found Sound. Monday’s Child consists of McKay sisters Jen, Lauren and Clara alongside their friend Caitlin Lenfestey. They secured airplay courtesy of BBC Radio Ulster and RTE 2FM. Mima Merrow is a talented singer songwriter and multi-instrumentalist championed by Scotland on Sunday, Amazing Radio, BBC Radio Foyle for her fantastic debut album Almost Home.
Hailing from Manchester, public Access consists of Keddy, Josh, James and Gerard, who create original songs mixing rock, indie, funk, and brit-pop influences. The band support Office for Personal Development alongside Mickey Nomimono at The Castle Hotel, MANCHESTER on 31 October 2024 in association with Bad Saint. Promotions
Glasgow-based group, Pedalo are creating a genuine buzz, with sold out shows at The Poetry Club (SWG3), Nice N Sleazy, McChuill’s, The Old Hairdressers, The Tooth and Claw and Sneaky Pete’s. The band has also made a number of festival appearances including King Tut’s Summer Nights and New Year’s Revolution, House Guest, and Tenement Trail and take influence from artists including Wolf Alice, Radiohead, Alvvays, and Beach House.
Monday’s Child are an alternative rock band consisting of the McKay sisters Jen (vocals), Lauren (guitar), and Clara (bass), alongside their friend Caitlin Lenfestey (drums). Growing up in a musical household, their sound blends grungy, upbeat rock anthems with moody, ethereal pieces. Major influences on the band include The Breeders, Queens of the Stone Age, Hole, Jeff Buckley and Alice in Chains. They secured airplay courtesy of BBC Radio Ulster and RTE 2FM and with recording sessions booked towards the end of 2024. They play the Off Axis x Un-Convention showcase at Output and support Foreign Mornings at Oh Yeah Music Centre on Friday 15 November 2024 part of Sound of Belfast festival
Gambit are a rock & roll band based in Edinburgh, combining classic rock, blues and hard rock. The band consists of Emma Youmans, Aaron Dunn, Owen Morrow and Alistair Mackenzie, who come from a range of backgrounds and hometowns. Relative newcomers to the live scene, Gambit formed in early 2024. Listen to their debut EP Renaissance. They headline The Mash House (Middle Floor) in EDINBURGH on Saturday 15 March 2025
In Crisis are a young rock trio hailing from Thurso. They support KATANES at Harpers Bar & Function Suite in WICK on Saturday 14 December 2024.
FOOSUM are a five-piece alternative rock band hailing from Caithness. They support KATANES at Harpers Bar in WICK on 14 December 2024
Socialites are a promising young indie rock band hailing from Wick, Caithness. They support KATANES at Harpers Bar & Function Suite in WICK on Saturday 14 December 2024
Hailing from the far north of Scotland in the Caithness region, although KATANES are relative newcomers to the live circuit, the indie rock group come with experience if performing in various other bands. They headline Harpers Bar & Function Suite in WICK on Saturday 14 December 2024 with support from Socialites, Foosum and In Crisis.
Above as Below is the fantastic new solo project from ex-Snow Patrol member Paul Wilson – a key member and multi-instrumentalist in the group for 20 years. At the beginning of the pandemic, he swapped a fast-paced LA lifestyle for the tranquility of the Scottish Highlands and began writing and recording from his home studio as Above as Below. Wilson finally left Snow Patrol in 2023 to pursue a new musical path, and he has also performed in bands like Lieutenant with Foo Fighters’ Nate Mendel, and recorded with acts including Film School, featuring Colm O’ Ciosoig from My Bloody Valentine. He has secured airplay on BBC Radio 1 and Amazing Radio and featured in Rolling Stone and Artist of the Week in The Scotsman / Scotland On Sunday.
Bees & Sawdust are a promising Dublin based post-hardcore band from Galway, Ireland. They support Ultraviolet at The Union Bar, Queens University Student Union in BELFAST on Thursday 3 October 2024
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CAITYY is a pop artist from Northern Ireland. Her debut single Bad Company is out now. See her live supporting Mark Hegan and Mima Merrow at Oh Yeah Music Centre in BELFAST on Thursday 12 September 2024
Ultraviolet are an energetic indie rock quintet hailing from Bangor, Northern Ireland. Relative newcomers to the live scene, they released their debut single Think earlier in 2024. They headline The Union Bar, Queens University Student Union in BELFAST on Thursday 3 October 2024
Tonedeaf from Dublin support Jet Black Tulips and Madrai at The Union Bar, Queens University Student Union in BELFAST on Thursday 5 September 2024
Inverness-based seven-piece The Tuesday Accord combine both electric and acoustic instrumentation along with strong three-part harmonies. They support Seán R McLaughlin & The Wind-Up Crows at The Tooth and Claw in INVERNESS on Saturday 21 September 2024
Hailing from Omagh, Stout Talk are a promising Belfast-based, post-punk band who’ve enjoyed support from Hot Press and RTE. They released their debut EP Songs About Water earlier this year with a sold-out launch party. The group headline The Union Bar at Queens University Students’ Union on Thursday 14 November 2024 as part of Off Axis at Sound of Belfast festival. Support acts will be discovered via artist discovery network Amplead.
The Marches are a Scottish female pop-rock band, with members based across Ayrshire and Paisley. Heavily influenced by some of the greatest female fronted bands of the past, Fleetwood Mac and The Bangles, the group have been busy working on new music. Their debut single, In Comes The Fear, was released in July 2024 and is the perfect introduction to this promising quartet.
NoVendors are a dynamic four piece rock band from Cavan, Ireland consisting of Dara Cunningham, Callum Kelly, Adam Kelly, and Gearoid Doherty. They’ve performed at Cavan Arts Festival, Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Sing for Me Fest, Culture Night, Cavan Music Industry Week, HMV and The Soundhouse. Additionally, the group collaborated with the Cavan Sinfonia Orchestra on several projects, adding a unique orchestral dimension to their rock sound. Upcoming shows this year include at the Galway Fringe Festival, Edinburgh Festival and Forest Fest 24. They headline the legendary Spirit Store in DUNDALK, Ireland on 14 November 2024 as part of Off Axis Sound of Belfast festival tour plus support from Forgetting The Future and Ned Ashcroft
Hailing from Belfast, Madrai are an indie / rock quartet they support Jet Black Tulips at Queens Union Bar on 5 September 2024
Sam Maya MacAdam performs as Maya’s Radio Orchestra specialising in expertly crafted Johnny Marr inspired indie-pop meets classically trained harp. Championed by Scotland On Sunday, SNACK magazine, BBC Radio 3, BBC Radio Scotland, Amazing Radio and Celtic Music Radio, she’s also performed at festivals including Edinburgh’s Hogmanay and Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Celtic Connections, Kelburn Garden Party, and Dumfries and Galloway Arts Festival. Sam also performs in symphonic metal band Catalyst Symphony, Flichterin’ and The Willow Trio. New single Hobbyist Pharmacologist, features Edwin McLachlan from indie-rock duo neverfine
Unit IV are a Manchester based indie rock quartet they support Ed Armeson at The Rat & Pigeon, MANCHESTER on 20 November 2024.
Manchester act Oscar Bryant and The Bluebirds take inspiration from the likes of Kings of Leon, U2 and Blossoms and to date have headlined Manchester Club Academy, Night & Day Cafe and support 80s Manchester band The Chameleons. They headline The Castle Hotel, MANCHESTER on 12 September 2024.
With influences ranging from LCD Soundsystem to The National, Glasgow sextet Diving Horse are an exciting proposition, with artful indie rock combining poetic lyrics with masterful pop hooks. They’ve been championed by Scotland On Sunday, Jim Gellatly, via Amazing Radio (with spins both in the UK and the US), as well as support from Sunny Govan, scores of community radio stations and online blogs such as Scots Whay Hae! They headline The Poetry Club at SWG3 on Friday 15 November 2024 as part of the Sound of Belfast / Un-Convention tour
And The Animal is an up-and-coming, female fronted, cinematic electro-pop trio from Chicago, USA. They’ve toured across the globe, from their hometown Chicago to Memphis, Los Angeles, New York and Mexico City, to Italy, Australia and the UK. Their sound incorporates the sonic hues of house beats, to synth pop and the raw rock guitars. They are currently on their second European tour catch them at Sneaky Pete’s EDINBURGH supporting PELOWSKA on Thursday 22 August during the Edinburgh Festival
Tempest Tethered are a newly formed 4 piece alternative rock band from Ayrshire
With members from Donegal and Derry, Tomcat are creating their own brand of sour-pop-punk. Niamh O’Raw, Emer McLaughlin Jason Feenan and Liam Bradley pen songs with catchy riffs and sardonic lyrics. The quartet have performed at festivals such as Stendhal and released their debut single It’s Not Always Gonna Be Like This. They headline Bennigans Bar in DERRY on Friday 8 November 2024 followed by a slot at the Oh Yeah Music Centre in BELFAST as part of Sound of Belfast festival on Friday 15 November 2024 supporting Foreign Mornings
Founded in 2008, Un-Convention is a series of music conferences, showcases and events that have brought together thousands of artists and music professionals, both nationally and internationally. Grassroots events and conferences have taken place on 5 continents with organisations and partners from 25 countries including England, Africa, India, Ireland, Brazil, Spain and more. UnConvention Manchester 2024 takes place 21–22 November 2024 at Band on the Wall, and across the city, bringing the independent music sector together to share ideas, collaborate and discuss the future of music https://www.unconventionhub.org
Bad Saint. Promotions are a Manchester based promoter helping artists cut their teeth without the pain
Sound Of Belfast 2024 x Off Axis the festival takes place throughout the city in November full details coming soon see https://soundofbelfast.com
Bexhill-on-Sea startup, Office for Personal Development have hosted headline seminars including at The Heavenly Social, secured prestigious slots at Truck, Tramlines and YNOT festivals, in addition to being live session guests for John Kennedy on Radio X, Additional radio support from Riley and Coe, Craig Charles and Chris Hawkins on BBC Radio 6 Music. Join the company and Off Axis at The Castle Hotel, MANCHESTER on 31 October 2024 in association with Bad Saint
Hailing from Glasgow, Flair are a promising young indie rock five-piece for fans of artists such as War On Drugs, Fontaine’s DC and Kings Of Leon. Over the past 18 months, they’ve amassed a loyal fanbase, with sold out shows at venues including Nice N Sleazy and The Old Hairdressers. The band consists of Jonathan Donald, Tony Collum, Callum McCarthur, Jonathan Wilkie, and Louis Collum they’ve secured airplay via Amazing Radio (both in the UK and US) and the coveted Artist of the Week spot in Scotland On Sunday. They headline The Poetry Club at SWG3 in GLASGOW on Friday 20 December 2024
Talking About Ray are a dynamic female fronted three-piece rock band hailing from the heart of Scotland. The trio consists of Sarah Monteith-Skelton, Ronan Guy and Reece Ryan and they draw inspiration from artists such as Wolf Alice, Black Honey, and Pale Waves
Hailing from Nottingham but studying in Newcastle, Keane Baldwin is a self-taught pianist, heavily inspired by the legend Elton John. His debut EP, In Spite of Everything tells an autobiographical story of loss and grief, but with a twist of positivity, optimism and most importantly love.
Slow Flame have enjoyed airplay thanks to BBC Introducing, Amazing Radio and secured the coveted Artist of the Week spot in Scotland On Sunday. The duo is Joseph Hegazy and Glen Farris, who combine elements of electro, pop, rock, R’n’B and hip-hop. They recorded, produced and self-released their debut album Never Closer To The Sun last month, with launch gigs at Nice N Sleazy in GLASGOW on Wednesday 21 August 2024 followed by a slot at Sneaky Pete’s in EDINBURGH part of their Central Belters festival during Edinburgh Festival on Thursday 22 August 2024 both shows with PELOWSKA and guests
Delicia are an indie rock pop band from south east England they support The Worry People at The Coachworks, ASHFORD on Saturday 13 July 2024 alongside The Young Hearts
Emerging from Nottingham, now based in London, Drew Thomas has been championed by BBC Introducing one of their Top Ten most played artists), Amazing Radio, Spotify. Taking inspiration from noughties rock, Drew pens tales of rejection, sexuality, broken relationships and addiction. They support The Worry People at The Coachworks in ASHFORD on Saturday 13 July 2024 plus The Young Hearts
Boys Should Learn are a three-piece rock/alt-rock/indie band hailing from Speyside in Morayshire consisting of Fraser MacDonald, Luca Iannetta and Rowan MacDonald. The group take inspiration from acts like Foo Fighters, Royal Blood, Ash and Skunk Anansie. They support Cameron Ferguson at The Tooth and Claw in INVERNESS on Saturday 28 September 2024
Alt-rock shoe gaze-inspired group Skeeve hail from Derby. They support The Roster at The Indie Night, The Victoria Inn, Derby on Friday 26 July 2024
The Roster are an indie rock quartet from Derby. They’ve been championed by BBC Introducing, securing the coveted Artist of the Week spot, Indie Central Music and they’ve performed at festivals such as Y Not? The group have sold out numerous headline shows in Derby and Nottingham and support The Skinner Brothers in November. They headline The Indie Night at The Victoria Inn, Derby on Friday 26 July 2024 with support from Skeeve and guests
Cameron Ferguson is a songwriter from Tain in the North of Scotland, his music encapsulates a punchy guitar style with lush synth sounds and cutting vocals. They’ve played legendary venues such as King Tuts and The Garage and supported acts like Declan Welsh and the Decadent West. After opening the main stage at Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival 2024, Cameron and the band SOLD OUT The Tooth and Claw in Inverness and are heading to Glasgow to support Flair on 18 October 2024
Bangor-based Mark Hegan has crafted a songbook which has helped secure nominations for the Northern Ireland Music Prize, airplay courtesy of BBC Radio 1, BBC Radio 2, BBC Radio Ulster/Introducing and praise from the likes of Hot Press and Chordblossom. His songs have also inspired comparisons to artists such as U2, Simon and Garfunkel and Bruce Springsteen.
Sonnet are a indie rock quartet hailing from Aberdeen, for fans of acts like The Snuts, The Verve, Ride and Oasis. Despite being relative newcomers, they released their debut EP Wishful Thinking in late 2024. They headline Cafe Drummonds in Aberdeen on Saturday 7 June 2025 with several support slots lined up across the UK.
Harry Miles-Watson is refreshingly different, incorporating a varied melting pot of genres and styles, with aspects of post-punk, folk, country, rock, pop and even jazz. The Edinburgh-based artist has already sold out several shows in Scotland’s capital city, headlined Glasgow’s King Tuts and played gigs in Manchester, Leeds, and London. They’ve also secured the Artist of the Week spot in Scotland On Sunday
Low Rise is the alias and writing project of David Bromham, an indie/alt rock singer songwriter from the Highlands now based in Edinburgh. Bromham and band have headlined venues such as King Tuts and Sneaky Petes as well as supporting acts like Courting and Mark Sharp & The Bicycle Thieves. Influenced by artists including Foo Fighters, Stereophonics, The Amazons and Royal Blood, they’ve also secured airplay thanks to John Kennedy on Radio X and Jim Gellatly on Amazing Radio. They support The Sun Day at Cafe Drummonds in ABERDEEN on 24 November 2024
ODDO’s GAZE are an alternative pop/rock quartet from Newcastle upon Tyne. They’ve sold out hometown shows and played festivals across the UK. They headline Little Buildings in Newcastle on Wednesday 23 October 2024 plus support from Belfast trio Foreign Mornings, London troubadour Ned Ashcroft and Nottingham native Keane Baldwin
Belfast natives Baroda consists lifelong friends Neil Goss, Michael Klontzakis and Christopher Parker. The trio have been championed by BBC Introducing, Amazing Radio and New Found Sound. The band headline The Union Bar at Queens University Student Union on Thursday 14 November 2024 and support Tomcat alongside Foreign Mornings on 8 November 2024 at Bennigan’s Bar in Derry.
Hailing from Thurso in northern Scotland, Forgetting The Future is Robbie McNicol, Max Paul, Jamie Mackay and Sam Cowan. They’ve been affectionately dubbed “Scotland’s most northerly indie-rock band” and have toured the UK several times including playing festivals like Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival, Isle of Wight and more. They recorded with the legend Edwyn Collins of Orange Juice and are signed to InTime Records releasing their debut album Broken Phones & Hormones, which clocked-up hundreds of thousands of streams and saw them featured by publications including The Scotsman, as well as securing airplay on Amazing Radio (both in the UK and the US).
Hailing from Stirling, Joe Goodall has sold out local venue The Tolbooth, and played festivals such as Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival (on the Off Axis stage) Doune the Rabbit Hole, set a new record for the number of people in the local HMV record shop and toured with youth music project Hit The Road. Joe supports Eyes of Home at Sneaky Pete’s EDINBURGH on 19 September 2024
Originally from Ireland, but currently based in Glasgow, Mima Merrow is a talented singer songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. After releasing her excellent debut album Almost Home in 2023. She secured airplay via BBC Radio Ulster, BBC Radio Foyle, BBC Radio Scotland, Amazing Radio and was featured in Scotland on Sunday. Catch Mima Merrow perform on Tuesday 12 November 2024 at The Dirty Onion and Yardbird in BELFAST for the Off Axis / Un-Convention showcase at Output as part of Sound of Belfast festival