Irish punk rap trio KNEECAP announces Christmas gig in Belfast

The Irish rap trio KNEECAP has announced a special Christmas show this December in Belfast's iconic Ulster Hall venue.

"BÉAL FEIRSTE" they repeated in a tweet announcing the gig, calling out to Belfast. The group is known for using both English and Irish lyrics in their music.

‼️BÉAL FEIRSTE‼️BÉAL FEIRSTE‼️

We are having a Christmas gig on the 21st of December 🎄

Standing is strictly over 16s

Under 16s accompanied by an adult.

🎟️ Tickets on sale Friday 18 August at 10am

➡️ https://t.co/36xxN7gZOP

🖌️ @Selkies_ pic.twitter.com/9s67km4lmn

— KNEECAP (@KNEECAPCEOL) August 15, 2023

KNEECAP has quickly risen to the top of the Irish rap scene and has virtually defined a genre of its own as they mix elements of rap, punk, and Irish culture. They're known for electrifying live shows that effortlessly weave between satirical performance art and high-energy raves, and have toured festivals around Ireland, the UK and the US.

Their defining debut single C.E.A.R.T.A. put them on the map in 2017, and they have since put out many more singles and even a full-length album. Most recently they returned in March with the explosive 'ITS BEEN AGES'.

Earlier this week, they unveiled a mural with the words "England get out of Ireland" before performing at Féile an Phobail, the mural drawing some heat due to its controversial nature. The band, however, seems undeterred. They are embarking on a US and Canada tour this October, visiting New York and Los Angeles before returning to their hometown of Belfast.

According to the venue, standing is strictly over 16s, and under 16s will need to be accompanied by an adult. Tickets will go on sale Friday 18 August at 10am.

You can find out more about the event here.