California Irish, Matt Benson, Tribal Ting & Daisy Johnston
Later with… is an intimate live performance music show featuring an eclectic mix of local established and new musical artists, with a focus on showcasing the fabulous wealth of original bands, musicians and artists on our very doorstep.
Boasting five musicians/bands, each with a distinct style, performing within a small audience, with no stage or platform to elevate the musicians, they play within the audience creating an intimate and personal live music experience. Join us this Christmas for our 3rd Edition of ‘Later with…’ as we’re joined by local native musicians Donal Scullions and Cormac Neeson with their new band ‘California Irish’. Hailing from Rostrevor, its, George Ezra’s trombonist and singer/songwriter , Matt Benson alongside Belfast based Irish - Kenyan producer Tribal Ting who will be joined by Belfast’s captivating singer-songwriter Daisy Johnston.
The evening will be hosted by Matthew Grainger and Mia Pobloth, who will be introducing the bands and conducting interviews.
So join us for a truly unique evening of live music and interviews in a relaxed and intimate setting with a fully licensed bar. One not to be missed!
See Band Bios below…
Band Bios
California Irish
A seven-piece collective from Belfast, led by Cormac Neeson and Donal Scullion, California Irish blend rich harmonies, soulful musicianship, and the sun-drenched spirit of Laurel Canyon’s golden era through a modern Irish lens.
Their debut album The Mountains Are My Friends was recorded entirely on analogue 16-track tape, producing warm, organic soundscapes. Featuring members of The Answer, No Oil Paintings, and The Vibes, they’ve earned a reputation for authenticity, captivating stage chemistry, and storytelling-driven performances. Their single Julie Ann was shortlisted for Single of the Year at the Northern Ireland Music Prize.
Matt Benson
With over 120k Spotify plays, features on Jazz UK playlists, and appearances on UTV Life and RTE Radio 1’s Arena, Matt Benson is quickly establishing himself as one of Northern Ireland’s most compelling singer-songwriters.
From a fire-bombed Belfast music shop to Glastonbury’s Pyramid Stage, his debut album Sit Back Down Again blends vintage R&B, New Orleans brass, and cinematic storytelling, exploring grief, growth, barroom romances, and supernatural characters through warm horns and weathered vocals. Expect a soulful, narrative-rich performance that’s equal parts heart and showmanship.
Tribal Ting
A Kenyan-Irish producer, instrumentalist, and singer based in Belfast, Tribal Ting fuses jazz, Afro beats, house, soul, and funk into a genre-defying, globally inspired sound.
Raised between two continents, his music blends African rhythm and soul with Europe’s electronic pulse. Influenced by Fela Kuti, Jamiroquai, James Brown, and James Blake, Tribal Ting creates music that moves body and spirit — from danceable grooves to meditative, reflective moments — showcasing a modern, forward-thinking approach to global sounds.
Daisy Johnston
21-year-old singer-songwriter from Belfast, Daisy Johnston has already made waves with her debut single Electric Butterflies and EP Maiden Name (June 2025). Combining powerful, soulful vocals with introspective, heart-driven lyricism, Daisy takes listeners on an emotional journey. Recently featured in the Belfast Output Festival’s Showcase for emerging artists, her intimate and honest performances reveal a unique voice in Northern Ireland’s contemporary singer-songwriter scene, blending raw storytelling with captivating melodies.