Blessed with one of the biggest and most soulful voices on the island – and with a serious talent on bass, the legendary Rob Strong brings his superb band to Ards International Guitar Festival for a Saturday night show that looks set to be a barnstormer.
Former frontman for iconic Omagh-based showband The Plattermen, Rob is a legendary live performer and has recently celebrated 60 years on the road. He has also recently been the subject of the biography Still Going Strong - amid the pages are acclamations from some of the biggest names in the music business.
‘One of the true originals,’ says Paul Brady, while Horslips frontman Barry Devlin adds: ‘Rob Strong would have been a big hero of mine back in the day. I was starting to be a bass player myself, but he was on a different level. The thing about Rob is, he’s a serious package - bass chops, voice and presence.’ For Mary Coughlan, Rob Strong is ‘an incredible singer, an amazing talent,’ and guitar legend Eric Bell feels the same: ‘Rob Strong is a fabulous musician- a great bass player and one hell of a singer.’
With support from The Frank Carbery Blues Band
Important Ticketing and Seating Information
- Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable, so please check all details carefully when booking.
- Bar available.
- Due to Alcohol Licensing Laws, we are required to ask if you will have any under 18s in your party as there are bar facilities at this event.
- Please be advised that under 18s will be required to sit in an alcohol-free zone and must be accompanied by an adult.
£20 (Bar available)
Bar provided by McBride's of Comber
Getting to The Rob Strong Band
54.59496537736, -5.6994065040324
Queen’s Hall, Newtownards
West Street
Newtownards
BT23 4EN
United Kingdom