Gareth- Live at Fortified 2026

⭐ HEADLINER ANNOUNCEMENT ⭐

GARETH — Bank Holiday Sunday 24th May

Fortified Music Festival 2026

🎟 Tickets on sale Friday 28 November at 9am

Available on Eventbrite or locally from The Townhouse, MJ’s & The Derg Arms

🔥 Rising star Gareth blends the heart of traditional Country with the soul of Irish Folk. Born and raised in Castlederg, he took a leap across the Atlantic to pursue his dream in Nashville, and the world has been paying attention ever since.

With tens of millions of streams across his standout covers, it’s his original music that’s cemented his place as one of the most exciting emerging artists in modern Country. In the past year alone he has:

• Signed a publishing deal with BMG

• Secured a booking deal with UTA

• Landed global distribution with Virgin Music Group

2025 has been a landmark year — including the release of his acclaimed EP “Steal Your Thunder”, with airplay on Absolute Country, Smooth Country, SiriusXM The Highway, and more.

Gareth’s newest project “Bluebird” dropped on October 24th, showcasing an artist at the peak of his craft.

🌟 We are thrilled to welcome Gareth home as our Bank Holiday Sunday headliner for Fortified Festival 2026. This will be special.

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