After nearly a decade away from Irish venues, electronic music pioneers Death In Vegas are finally bringing their live show back to Ireland in May 2026. The announcement has pricked the ears of fans across Northern Ireland and The Republic, with the band confirming headline performances in both Belfast and Dublin, marking their first indoor headline gigs in Ireland in eight years.

The critically acclaimed project, led by producer Richard Fearless, has been a touchstone of experimental electronic music since the mid-1990s. Blending elements of techno, psychedelia, dub, big beat and trip-hop, Death In Vegas have long blurred genre boundaries and earned a loyal following for their experimental sound. Their 1999 album, ‘The Contino Sessions’, was nominated for the Mercury Prize in 2000.

The shows kick off at Mandela Hall in Belfast on Saturday, 2 May 2026, before moving south to The Button Factory in Dublin on Sunday, 3 May 2026. Due to overwhelming demand, a second Dublin date on Monday, 4 May 2026 has now also been added, offering fans another chance to catch this rare live outing.

Those familiar with Death In Vegas’ live performances know to expect something far beyond a typical electronic set. Fearless and his bandmates craft immersive shows that use both live instrumentation and electronic beats to create the genre-bending sounds they are known for, making each performance a journey through the different chapters of their discography.

A key reason for the anticipation surrounding these shows is how rare Irish headline shows have been for the group. While Death In Vegas have played festivals and occasional events across Europe – including a 2025 appearance at Beyond The Pale Festival in Ireland – they haven’t delivered standalone performances in Belfast or Dublin in years. This makes the 2026 dates especially significant for fans who’ve followed them since the late ’90s and early 2000s.

Adding to the anticipation is the fact that these shows follow the release of their 2025 album ‘Death Mask’, a raw, techno-driven record that takes it back to Fearless’ more primitive influences while still honouring the eclectic spirit that defines Death In Vegas. Bar a few sparse shows in the second half of 2025, ‘Death Mask’ has not had a proper live run-out yet, so fans can expect all of the nuances that come with a newly debuted record.

Tickets for the Belfast date and the initial Dublin show sold quickly following their announcement, prompting the second Dublin date to go on sale. Prices have been set at €37.50 plus fees and are available here.