The Ulster Hall was reopened on March 9th with an incredible line-up of Northern talent. Fighting with Wire and Jetplane Landing were two such artists to perform at the 'Do You Remember the first time?' extravanganza.
Fighting With Wire emerged from the ever creative Northern Ireland music scene in 2003, the brainchild of guitarist Cahir O'Doherty (Jetplane Landing / Clearshot) and drummer Craig McKean (Clearshot). The last three years has seen them play shows with the likes of Reuben, Biffy Clyro, Million Dead, Seafood, YCNI:M and Future Of The Left, racking up hundreds of miles and honing their live show into a ferocious explosion in the process.
After putting out a number of limited edition DIY singles, they took a breather at the end of 2006 and finally started work on their long-awaited debut album. Recorded in Northern Ireland and finally completed in mid-2007, 'Man Vs Monster' is a dynamic beast of a record. 2008 was a huge year as we saw the band release their first two singles from the Man Vs Monster album; 'Everyone Needs A Nemesis', which reached number 1 on the MTV Myspace chart, and 'All For Nothing'.
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Jetplane Landing, borne of Derry and London out of the ashes of Cuckoo (what a great band they were). They formed in 1999 to record an album and see what happened. Well, lots happened. Their third album 'Backlash Cop' was released last year.
The band has toured relentlessly over the years, and has built up a strong and loyal following around Europe. Always a strong live act, Jetplane Landing didn't disappoint on this very special night.
Recorded at reopening of the Ulster Hall on March 9th 2009 by Across the Line, BBC Northern Ireland, as part of the co-production of live music on the Island by RTE and BBC.