Clare Sands

Clare Sands is a Belfast-based sixth generation fiddle player and bilingual singer from Cork, Ireland. Drawing deeply from the music of her ancestors, she weaves traditional Irish roots with contemporary sounds and influences. Her songs are deeply connected to the place where folklore, language, and activism meet melody. 

Known for raw, infectious energy, she embodies a fearless warrior-like spirit that inspires and unites. ‘They Tried To Bury Us’  is a collection of original songs that gives voice to the silenced: the endangered curlew; Lí Ban of Lough Neagh; lost words of our native tongue; the Rostrevor oak; those seeking refuge on our shores and the Palestinian poets whose words embody defiance and inspire generations. 

All songs have a deep North of Ireland connection - the album was written across Ulster with an incredible array of musicians based in the Northern counties, alongside producer Seán Óg Graham (Beoga, Karen Casey). It is an album that rises from the earth against oppression and insists that love and hope will never be buried. 

Thurs 31 Dec - Kidogo Arthouse.....Fremantle/Walyalup, WA
Wed 6 Jan - The Wesley Anne…….Melbourne/Naarm VIC
Fri 8 Jan - Cygnet Folk Festival……Cygnet, TAS
Sat 9 Jan - Cygnet Folk Festival……Cygnet, TAS
Sun 10 Jan - Cygnet Folk Festival……Cygnet, TAS
Fri 15 Jan - MONA…..Hobart, TAS
Sat 16 Jan - Illawarra Folk Festival…..Bulli, NSW
Sun 17 Jan - Illawarra Folk Festival…..Bulli, NSW
Tue 19 Jan - The Vanguard…..Sydney/Eora NSW
Sat 23 Jan- Mirrorball Ministries…..Brisbane/Magandjin QLD
Sun 24 Jan - Pearces Creek Hall…..Northern Rivers NSW

TICKETING INFO

This is an 18+ event. 

Do not attend if you are feeling unwell.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:

Once purchased tickets are non-refundable & non-transferable

A booking fee applies to all advance tickets. (All quoted prices include tax).

Over 18's only unless advertised otherwise.
No Outside food or drinks are to be brought into the venue. 

All children under 18 not permitted including small children and babies. Photo ID is essential, acceptable ID is a current and valid Australian Drivers Licence or Passport. Intoxicated persons will not be admitted. No thongs, steel cap boots, or spiked attire. Dangerous  behaviour including Crowd Surfing, Stage Diving, Moshing and Violent Dancing is not allowed and will result in your immediate removal from  this venue. Inappropriate behaviour at this venue will lead to your banning.

We know that times are tough, but please help us stay open by arriving when the doors open and eating & drinking at the venue.

- +61 2 9550 3777
- General venue contact number

- Located at main entrance
- Ticket pickup with valid ID
- Arrive at least 30 minutes before show time
- Bring confirmation email or booking reference

- Limited street parking on King Street
- Nearby public parking lots within walking distance
- Recommend using rideshare or public transport
- King Street has paid parking zones

- Limited wheelchair accessible areas
- Ground floor entry available
- Contact venue in advance for specific accommodations
- Some standing room areas

- 18+ venue
- Valid photo ID required
- No outside food or drinks
- No re-entry policy
- Smoking permitted in designated outdoor areas

- Strictly 18+ venue
- No minors allowed
- No exceptions for accompanied children