24/01/2017

Neil Diamond To Perform In Belfast

Grammy award winner Neil Diamond has announced he is to perform in Belfast as part of his 50th anniversary world tour.

The singer will take to the stage at the SSE Arena on Sunday, 08 October.

He will also perform at the 3Arena in Dublin on Tuesday, 10 October.

Michael Rapino, President and CEO of Live Nation Entertainment, said: "Neil Diamond is more than just a music icon. His singular artistry and talent has left an indelible mark on American culture and has helped shape the sound of popular music for five decades."

In addition to his upcoming tour, UME and Capitol Music Group have announced he will be releasing Neil Diamond: The 50th Anniversary Collection on 31 March, a celebratory music package that includes 50 songs that range 50 years in Diamond's career.

(CD/JP)

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