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This is where we share the stories behind the sound. From gig highlights and behind-the-scenes moments to artist spotlights and community projects, our blog is your backstage pass to everything happening at our iconic music venue.
We’ll be covering updates on our events, including the Sound of Belfast festival and the Northern Ireland Music Prize, as well as sharing insights into the incredible talent and initiatives we’re proud to support.
Whether you're a music fan, artist, or visitor to the city, stay tuned for news, interviews, and inspiration straight from the heart of Belfast’s music scene.
SUMMER SCHOOL SUCCESS
Bands formed during the school have been making their mark on the local scene.
WYNONA BLEACH SIGN TWO RECORD DEALS AND ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM
Scratch My Progress alumni Wynona Bleach have announced that they had re-signed to UK label Fierce Panda and newly signed to US Label Propeller Sound.
NI MUSIC PRIZE 2025: RÓIS, CALIFORNIA IRISH AND MORE ANNOUNCED AS WINNERS
The NI Music Prize 2025 announced its winners yesterday in Belfast’s Ulster Hall, including the Album of the Year award for RÓIS as well as Single of the Year award for California Irish.
SCRATCH MY PROGRESS 2025 ARTISTS REVEALED
We are delighted to reveal that the four fresh new acts that have been selected for Scratch My Progress 2025.
Sound Of Belfast Festival 2025 Launched
We are thrilled to reveal our Sound of Belfast Festival 2025 programme!
Oh Yeah Presents: RÓIS & Tailtiu as part of The Lord Mayor's Day Celebrations
A curated line-up that’s all about breaking boundaries and giving a platform to cutting-edge artists who are re-imagining the Belfast music scene.
Charlotte Dryden completes the 2024/25 Centre for Democracy and Peace Building Fellowship programme
Since 2021, the Fellowship Programme has provided the opportunity to reimagine complex political, business, and civic leadership in Northern Ireland.
Belfast Music Hub Oh Yeah Music Centre Releases Scratch My Progress EP
Five Irish artists selected to participate in industry talent development programme.
Song in a Day – Éirigh (Rise Up) - for International Women’s Day
An ambitious project brought together a group of women from across Belfast to write and record a song – in just one day!
Serpents Rise: Huartan Rewrite St. Patrick’s Tale with Tradtronica show at Oh Yeah Centre
Oh Yeah Music Centre proudly presents an electrifying night of music as NI Music Prize Live Act winners Huartan take the stage for their only current headline show. Experience ‘Tradtronica’ (a fusion of the traditional and electronic music) as, on the eve of St. Patrick’s day, Huartan invite you to gather for Oíche an Nathair – the Night of the Snake.
Global music star Ed Sheeran makes surprise visit to NI in support of Belfast music charities
World-renowned musician and singer songwriter Ed Sheeran made a surprise visit to Northern Ireland this week as part of the UK wide launch of his new charity, The Ed Sheeran Foundation.
Oh Yeah’s guide to the Belfast Reusable Cup Scheme
Check out our handy guide to find out why we are committed to being a part of the Belfast Reusable Cup Scheme and how it will affect you.
Belfast Venues Set to Eliminate Single Use Plastic Cups in UK First
The move aims to remove 2 million single use plastic cups from nights out in Belfast and eliminate 40 tons of plastic waste annually.
New Volume Control Team Announced for 2024
We are excited to announce that the Oh Yeah Youth Department has created a brand new Volume Control Events Team for 2024!
NI Music Prize 2024: Problem Patterns, Huartan and more announced as winners
The NI Music Prize 2024 announced its winners yesterday in Belfast’s Ulster Hall, including The Album of the Year award for Problem Patterns as well as the Live Act Of The Year award for Huartan.
NI Music Prize Outstanding Contribution to Music Award 2024 to go to Gerry Anderson
The Oh Yeah Music Centre has announced that this year’s Outstanding Contribution to Music award is a posthumous presentation in honour of the late broadcaster and musician Gerry Anderson.
Scratch My Progress 2024: Artists Revealed
We are excited to reveal the five new artists for Scratch My Progress 2024!
Sound of Belfast 2024 Launched
We are thrilled to reveal our Sound of Belfast 2024 programme with 82 events in 43 rooms across 10 days.
Thin Lizzy founding member Eric Bell to be honoured with Legend Award
The Oh Yeah Music Centre is proud to announce that this year’s Legend Award recipient is Eric Bell. The presentation will be made by PRS for Music at the Northern Ireland Music Prize on Wednesday 13thNovember at the Ulster Hall, Belfast.
Family of Gerry Anderson launch campaign with the Oh Yeah Music Centre to raise funds for music bursary
To mark the 10th anniversary of his death, the family of beloved radio broadcaster Gerry Anderson have launched a campaign in partnership with us here at Oh Yeah and and the Community Foundation for Northern Ireland to raise funds for the Gerry Anderson Music Bursary.
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