ROOTS Paperboys ready to deliver a great show

Black Box, Belfast Monday, 8pm

The Bronte Centre, Rathfriland Tuesday, 8pm

Celebrating its 25th anniversary, the Vancouver-based band headed by multi-talented Tom Landa returns for two local gigs.

This much-loved folk-rock band has been touring the world with its freewheeling blend of influences from Celtic and bluegrass, to Mexican jarocho and Canadian roots.

The Paperboys have spent the past 25 years on the road playing all over North America and Europe, developing a large following without the aid of a record label or radio play to become a festival favourite at events like Vancouver Folk Fest, Edmonton Folk Festival and Tonder Festival. As always, I highly recommend this band for its live performances.

For details, visit blackboxbelfast.com or for the Bronte gig call Andy on 07981019650 or email andyfrontier@gmail.com.

Island Arts Centre, Lisburn Tomorrow, 8pm

Indie-folk group Lore have had an incredible year since their last release, which included a haunting cover of iconic Undertones song Teenage Kicks. While writing songs for their next album, they have been supporting some of Ireland’s finest artists, including Mary Black, Cara Dillon and The 4 of Us. This will be a night of beautiful songs delivered by two outstanding vocalists.

For details, visit islandartscentre.com.

Waterfront Hall, Belfast

Wednesday, 8pm

Following a successful year that saw Grammy-nominated Rhett (left) win at the Billboard Music Awards, perform with Zara Larsson, and play sell out shows everywhere, the American country music star returns to town for a show with guest Old Dominion.

For details, tel: 9033 4455.

Damien Murray