About

At Music Capital, we believe people want to be inspired by something they can believe in — something that brings real value, real connection, and real change.

That’s why we’re committed to creating positively life-changing experiences through live music.

Founded by Kieran Dunlop, who brings over thirty years of experience in the music industry, Music Capital is built on a deep-rooted passion for creating opportunities and providing spaces and stages — not just for international artists, but for those who need to be heard. Whether it’s rising local talent, underrepresented voices, or young people just finding their rhythm, Kieran’s mission has always been about inclusion, inspiration, and impact.

What began in Derry has now evolved into a cross-border, all-island operation. We now produce events all over Ireland — North and South — as well as nationally and internationally. From intimate concerts and family festivals to arena shows and global artist showcases, we bring people together through music in unforgettable ways.

But we don’t just produce events.

We actively collaborate with the private and public sectors, community groups, youth initiatives, and charities across Ireland, helping them expand and enrich their musical offerings. Whether it’s programming concerts, curating workshops, developing music-based outreach projects, or consulting on cultural strategies, we bring both creative and practical expertise to help others unlock the power of music within their own communities.

From songwriting and performance workshops to music education programmes, from accessible gigs to well-being through music initiatives, we work at grassroots and institutional levels to ensure that music is not just heard — but felt, shared, and used as a force for good.

We're a social enterprise, powered by a passion for music and its ability to transform lives. We blend entrepreneurial spirit with creativity, innovation, and lifelong learning. We create platforms where music can be made, discovered, and celebrated by everyone — regardless of background, location, or experience.

Our mission is bold, inclusive, and rooted in collaboration:

To produce a world-class original music festival annually in Derry.
To stimulate the cultural scene, locally and nationally.
To drive the creative and service economy, contributing to wider regional development.
To boost cultural tourism, showcasing the vibrancy of Irish music and creativity to the world.
To promote diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.
To create unifying events that connect venues, networks, organisations, and agencies across Ireland.
To build confidence and belief within the music and creative communities.
To support the discovery and development of new artists.
And to cultivate reciprocal partnerships with festivals and organisations both nationally and internationally.

At our core, we want to inspire, create, and connect — not just through big productions, but through everyday moments where music brings meaning, growth, and joy.

This is Music Capital.
Come be part of it.