The announcement follows a breakout year, including Grand Ole Opry debut and a debut US headline tour
New EP ‘Bluebird’ out now
Rising Irish country artist Gareth has announced intimate UK dates as part of his upcoming The Uncut Tour, bringing stripped-back performances to cities such as Liverpool, Cardiff and Nottingham in May, in addition to an appearance at The Great Escape in Brighton. Tickets on pre-sale from Wednesday, 11 February at 10am GMT here, and general on-sale from Friday, 13 February at 10am GMT.
The shows follow a standout 2025 for Gareth, which saw him make his debut at the world-famous Grand Ole Opry in Nashville last November. The moment marked a major milestone in Gareth’s journey from Castlederg, Northern Ireland, to the global country music stage.
Commenting on the tour, Gareth shared, “These shows are going to be really special for me. Stripping back these songs back lets the stories breathe, and that’s how a lot of them were written in the first place. Plus we are going to play a lot of unreleased music. I can’t wait to be back in the UK and share these nights with everyone in Liverpool, Cardiff and Nottingham.”
The upcoming UK shows will see Gareth strip the songs back to their core, offering audiences an intimate look at the songwriting and storytelling that have quickly established him as one of the most exciting emerging voices.
The announcement follows Gareth’s debut US tour, with further live highlights including a major Belfast show at Ulster Hall and his first-ever headline hometown show in Castlederg. He also made a mark on the European headline tour circuit last year, and featured on C2C: Country to Country, The Long Road Festival, and an extensive support run with Kip Moore. Gareth will be making his Australian debut next month.
Gareth released his acclaimed new EP, Bluebird, last October, featuring a duet with GRAMMY Award-winning artist Joss Stone and current single ‘Stampede’ which is #19 on the UK Country Radio Airplay Chart. The project blends heartfelt storytelling with Gareth’s signature mix of traditional and contemporary country influences.
The Uncut Tour Dates:
15 May – The Great Escape – Brighton*
17 May – Arts Club The Loft – Liverpool
18 May – Rough Trade – Nottingham
20 May – Clwb Ifor Bach – Cardiff
24 May – Fortified Festival – Castlederg*
27 May – Roisin – Galway
28 May – Gleneagle Club – Killarney
30 May – High Chaparrel Country Festival*
*Festival
ABOUT GARETH:
Rising country artist Gareth is quickly making a name for himself with a sound that bridges the heart of Nashville and the soul of Northern Ireland. Born in the small town of Castlederg and raised on legends like George Jones and Hank Williams Jr., Gareth’s love of country music runs deep. After building a loyal fan base online through heartfelt cover songs, his breakout moment came with a stripped-down version of Noah Kahan’s “Stick Season,” which went viral and set the stage for an international career.
Now based in Nashville, Gareth’s original music has struck a chord with fans across the globe. His newest EP, Steal Your Thunder, captures the emotional depth and melodic strength that define his style, while his latest single “Shoulders I Stand On” showcases a confident new chapter—pairing honest songwriting with bold, modern production. Together, his growing catalog has helped him surpass 70 million global streams and earn a publishing deal with BMG. Gareth’s music has received widespread editorial support, landing placements on flagship playlists like New Boots and Today’s Country, and earning consistent airplay on SiriusXM’s The Highway, Smooth Country, and Absolute Country Radio.
He’s cultivated a dedicated following of over one million fans across social media and spent Summer 2024 touring internationally. Headlining sold-out shows across the UK and Europe and performing at Belfast’s SSE Arena alongside Kip Moore. With a full-length project on the way and a packed tour schedule, Gareth is stepping confidently into the spotlight bringing a fresh voice and global perspective to country music’s next chapter.
