Red Eye Pariah

Formed during lockdown, the Antrim indie crew enjoyed a remarkable 2024. They headlined Nordie festival Mecca Stendhal, toured the length and breadth of Ireland and the UK twice, and unleashed a brace of DIY music videos to much acclaim. Loved by the likes of Dexter actor Michael C. Hall (whom the lads became besties with after supporting his band Princess Goes in Belfast), their energetic, catchy tunes are irresistible.

Hear: ‘Words’

Watch: The paint-splattered video for ‘So Long’

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