David + Band in Belfast, NI

SEEKING

ABOUT

WidowRs Fire — Belfast's Genre-Bending Powerhouse
Formed in late 2024, WidowRs Fire are a five-piece original band from Belfast whose sound defies easy categorisation. Rooted in indie rock, their music pulses with new wave energy, soulful grit, and flashes of funk, jazz, and classic Irish rock.

Band Members
Adrian Kelly (AK) – Vocals
Stephen Donaldson – Guitars
Paschal Browne – Saxophone
David Murphy – Bass / Vocals
Ruadhán McBride Smith – Drums

Rising Fast

In March 2025, WidowRs Fire took top honours at the Sounds of NI Hop House Battle of the Bands, marking their arrival as one of Northern Ireland's most exciting new acts. Since then, they've played standout shows at The Empire Music Hall and headlined Sounds of NI at The Pavilion, captivating audiences with their electrifying live energy.

Sound & Style
WidowRs Fire thrive on creative risk. Their songs blur genre lines, weaving together driving rhythms, melodic hooks, and emotionally charged lyrics. Themes of love, loss, betrayal, hope, and helplessness are delivered with high-octane passion and musical finesse.

Audiences and critics alike have drawn comparisons to The E-Street Band, The Cure, Thin Lizzy, and Elvis Costello—but WidowRs Fire are unmistakably their own. Their music is built on decades of craft, a deep understanding of dynamics, and a commitment to making every song matter.

What Sets Them Apart
AK's vocals: Soul-tinged, heartfelt, and powerful—his delivery lifts every lyric.

Steve's guitar work: Inventive, textured, and emotionally resonant.

Paschal's sax: Bold, musical, and always in the moment.

David & Ruadhán : A rhythm section with serious chemistry—tight, expressive, and foundational.

Together, they create music with hooks and heart, and performances that leave a lasting impression.

Screen name:

WidowRs

Member since:

Dec 28 2024

Active within 2 weeks

Level of commitment:

Committed

Years together:

1

Gigs played:

Under 10

Tend to practice:

1 time per week

Age:

53 years

EQUIPMENT

PA: 2 x Behringer EP1500 Power Amps, 2 x Behringer Europower Top Speakers, 2 x Thomann 1000w Subs. 4 x stage wedges (3 powered), Behringer XR-18 digital Mixer, Behringer 40 channel desk with recorder. Lights Various.

Bass: Markbass MiniMark 800W Valve/Solid State Head. 2 x Markbass Traveller Cabs (2x10 and 1 x 15). Ampeg SVT350 Amp and Harke Cab (1x15).

MUSIC