Virgin Media seeks aspiring Irish artists to take part in new TV show The Secret Headliner

Virgin Media Television are looking for aspiring Irish musicians to take part in their upcoming TV show, The Secret Headliner.

The show will see an up-and-coming musician performing at a small venue as support for The Secret Headliner - a major Irish artist who is not revealed until they appear on stage.

The gig will be recorded and aired in May in an effort to highlight local talent from around Ireland.

📢 Calling All Aspiring Musicians - we want to hear from you! 🎸

We’re on the lookout for a talented solo artist, Music Producer, DJ or band to perform as support act for a major Irish Artist this April! pic.twitter.com/vqz5ShtgB9

— Virgin Media Television (@VirginMedia_TV) March 27, 2025

Episode one was recorded back in 2023 with Picture This at Cork's Crane Lane Theatre, while episode two featured Cian Ducrot at The Academy in Dublin.

Submissions are now open for episode three, whose location and Secret Headliner have not been revealed.

Musicians of all kinds can apply for the chance to perform at the third show, including solo artists, DJs, bands, vocalists and producers. Applications for episode three's support acts close on Friday, April 11.

For more information on the application process, contact [email protected]