Galia Arad announced as special guest for Bell X1's Windmill Live show this month

With less than two weeks to go until Hot Press's Bell X1 Windmill Live show – on Thursday, November 26 – we're thrilled to announce that Dublin-based, Indiana-raised singer-songwriter Galia Arad is set to join us on the night, for a special guest performance.

Taking place in the Townhall at 1WML, an iconic structure at the heart of the Windmill QTR, this unique treat for the Hot Press faithful is the latest in a line of acclaimed gigs, following performances from Villagers, Damien Dempsey, James Vincent McMorrow, LYRA, Gavin James, Lisa Hannigan, The Coronas, Hothouse Flowers, The Academic, Moncrieff and more, at one of Dublin’s best known rock ‘n’ roll coordinates.

Previously tipped as one of our 'Hot For 2025' acts, Galia Arad continues to build up a loyal following in Ireland and beyond, with her warm, witty and fearlessly vulnerable songs.

Playfully self-described as 'Bob Dylan meets Britney Spears', Galia superbly combines pop textures with an indie-folk foundation. She's brought her unique sound to audiences across Ireland, the UK and US – with support slots for the likes of Jools Holland, Marc Almond, Deacon Blue, Jack L, Shane MacGowan, Sharon Shannon, Mundy and Paddy Casey.

She kicked off an exciting new chapter last year, as she joined Grammy Award-winning mixer/producer Ruadhri Cushnan's Dublin-based Rubarb Music artist development label.

Galia has also recently expanded into film – co-composing the original score for Kim Bartley's feature film Lemonade, starring Lewis Brophy, Carla Tous and Barry Keoghan.

Listen to her latest single, 'That Was That', below:

Following that special guest slot, Bell X1 are set to take the stage for an unforgettable one-off show – in which they'll play their acclaimed new album Good Bones in sequence, in addition to other highlights from across their remarkable catalogue.

This gig serves as a unique opportunity to catch two wonderfully original acts in one spectacular setting – so don't miss out!

Apply for complimentary tickets to Bell X1 and special guest Galia Arad at Windmill Live – taking place on Thursday, November 26 – below:

Bell X1's Upcoming Tour Dates:

• Nov 27 - Vicar Street, Dublin
• Nov 28 - Vicar Street, Dublin
• Nov 29 - Vicar Street, Dublin
• Dec 4 - Savoy, Cork
• Dec 5 - Savoy, Cork
• Dec 11 - Nerve Centre, Derry
• Dec 12 - Mandela Hall, Belfast
• Dec 19 - Gleneagle Club, Killarney