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Jay-Z ticket prices revealed as fans race to secure seats for rapper's only UK show

How to get Jay-Z tickets for his only UK show

These reusable waterproof ponchos are designed to help festivalgoers stay prepared for unpredictable summer weather.

The £11 festival essential that could save your day if it rains

DJI delivers pro framing tracking

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Mel C has commented on a potential 30th anniversary Spice Girls tour, suggesting they are to explore what opportunities present themselves.

Mel C "optimistic" about 30th anniversary Spice Girls reunion

Deep Purple announce UK tour for late 2026

The Maccabees have announced several outdoor shows to take place in the UK next summer.

The Maccabees announce UK outdoor shows for 2026

Foo Fighters have announced they are set for two shows in the UK in 2026.

Foo Fighters to return to the UK in 2026 - dates and venues

Tom Grennan is set to return to the road with a series of UK concerts in 2026

Tom Grennan set to tour the UK in 2026 - dates and tickets

Westlife are set to celebrate 26 years in music with one of their biggest UK tours in recent history - and here's how you can get tickets to the shows.

Westlife announce 2026 UK tour

Inspiral Carpets are heading back on the road this winter, with the Madchester group providing a soundtrack to keep you warm over November and December.

Inspiral Carpets hit the road this winter - full list of dates

What huge concerts have already been confirmed to take place in Northern Ireland in the New Year? Here's our pick of 32 confirmed so far...

32 unmissable concerts coming to Northern Ireland in 2026

My Chemical Romance have now added two additional UK tour destinations and additional London shows for the 2026 expedition

My Chemical Romance add more UK dates for 2026 world tour

Busted's James Bourne has regrettably had to cancel his plans to join the Busted VS McFly tour due to health issues, a statement read.

Busted member pulls out of tour a day before its first performance

Your guide to the best of what's left to come to the SSE Arena in Belfast throughout the remainder of 2025.

15 unmissable events coming to the SSE Arena Belfast in 2025

Charlotte Haynes has been extolling the virtues of solo-gigging, despite the stigma that surrounds it.

I’ve been going to gigs solo for years - here's why you should too
Has the stigma of going to concerts alone finally waned? One such solo-gigger thinks it has.
Benjamin Jackson

Their bands have also featured at Expo 2020 Dubai and the F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Ad Feature Europe’s hottest event music platform expands across the Middle East

Learn more about 'The Accordion Method' and what else you should do if you find yourself in a crowd crush at one of this year's many concerts and festivals.

What should I do if I am in a crowd crush at a music festival?

What are some of the unmissable musical performances taking place in Northern Ireland before the end of 2025?

53 concerts in Northern Ireland you can't afford to miss in 2025

Kneecap attend the US premiere of their movie at the 2024 Tribeca Festival in New York. Photo: Michael Loccisano/Getty Images for Tribeca Festival

Kneecap fans paying legal fees as band plays sold-out Dublin gig to 8,000 people

Danny Wallace braves the summer weather to accept Halford's challenge to say yes

Brits most likely to say ‘yes’ to new opportunities at the age of 27

Billy Joel has cancelled all his tour dates as he undergoes treatment for NPH - a brain disorder that affects those over 65.

Billy Joel cancels tour dates as he undergoes brain disorder treatment

Metallica caused ‘seismic activity’ to be recorded after their show in Virginia this weekend.

Metallica set causes small earthquake, seismologists confirm

Sam Ryder pictured at AIR Studios in Hampstead, London, during musical rehearsals

Critically ill children live their dreams and perform at Disneyland

You won’t believe the price of some of the VIP Coldplay concert tickets

How to get the best prices on an unforgettable VIP concert experience

New podcast, 'Wise Words', caters exclusively for retirees - presented by David Hamilton

Over-65 spends less than an hour a day talking to other people

A poll of 2,000 adults also found almost half have been targeted by a suspected scam in the last 12 months.

Top 10 growing scams of 2024
Fake parcel delivery texts are the fastest-growing scam of the year, according to research.
Paul Andrews

The Lathums are heading back out on the road in 2025, in support of their new album Matter Does Not Define.

The Lathums to hit the road in support of new album in 2025

Adele performing at Hyde Park in July 2022.

Watch: Adele announces she will take indefinite break from music

6 top tips to make sure you get Oasis tickets

Blossoms

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The likes of Blink-182, PJ Harvey, Pixies and The Jonas Brothers are set to perform in North Ireland before the end of 2024.

12 of the biggest concerts coming to Northern Ireland this year

Hiking on the High Coast, Sweden

Travel: Enjoy a cooler climate in Sweden

It could be cheaper to see Taylor Swift (left) in locations such as Amsterdam (top right), Dublin (middle right) but not so much for Munich (bottom right) (Credit: Getty Images)

I missed out on Taylor Swift - is it cheaper to see her overseas?

Taylor Swift Eras Tour show sees couple get engaged.

Watch: Taylor Swift Eras Tour show sees couple get engaged

Do bring sunscreen and weather-appropriate clothing but forget about bringing your disposable vapes. What is fine to bring to Glastonbury Festival 2024 and what should you leave at home? (Credit: Getty Images/Canva)

Full list of banned items ahead of Glastonbury Festival 2024

Brandon Flowers of The Killers, taken at their show on June 12 2024 in Dublin, Ireland. (Credit: Chris Phelps)

Last minute tickets and set list as The Killers hit the road next week

The top 20 things Brits are 'superfans of

These are the top 20 things Brits are 'superfans' of

Simple Minds set to play SSE Arena, Belfast, March 15, 2024

Simple Minds: Don't you forget about them

Alex Turner of the Arctic Monkeys. (Photo by PAUL BERGEN/ANP/AFP via Getty Images)

Arctic Monkeys at Glastonbury: 'Worst headline set I've ever seen'

Robert Smith criticised Ticketmaster over hidden fees on their upcoming American tour.

Live Nation CEO addresses The Cure Ticketmaster controversy

Trigger Cut said they will not attempt to enter the UK again after being denied entry. Picture by Trigger Cut Facebook

German punk band denied entry at UK border

The Cure singer has had his say on Ticketmaster’s fees.

The Cure’s Robert Smith hits out at Ticketmaster over fees ‘debacle’

Holi 2023: When is it, what is it and how is it celebrated

Damon Albarn of the band Blur

Blur announce second Wembley Stadium show - how to get tickets

King Charles’ coronation weekend will include a concert at Windsor Castle

Here’s how to get free tickets to King Charles’ Coronation Concert

Beyonce performing on stage during a concert in 2013 (Photo: Buda Mendes/Getty Images)

5 top tips to get Beyoncé tickets according to an expert

Panic! At The Disco announce split after European concert tour

NHS staff and care workers given free access to live events as Concerts for Care...

Titanic Belfast

Live music returns to NI with drive-in gigs

Concerts, sports events and festivals may not resume until late 2021 - here's wh...

Local bands will be covering the songs of the late Scott Hutchinson on Saturday evening in the Oh Yeah Music Centre

Concerts to support mental health in the NI music industry

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