The countdown is on, as Belfast Music Week 2011 is set to take place from October 30 to November 5.

During this time, there'll be a week of Ulster Hall Shows happening, including performances by acts such as Ash, The Divine Comedy and The Undertones (who will all play at an Alzheimer's benefit in the venue on November 3), as well as The Answer, Therapy and Foy Vance.

There will also be a series of music industry seminars and workshops taking place in various locations around the city, and of course, the MTV Europe Music Awards will be held in Belfast's Odyssey Arena on November 6.