Better Joy Announce Dublin Date
By Better Joy Announce Dublin Date on ‘At Dusk’ UK & Ireland Tour
Upstairs at Whelan’s, Dublin on Friday 17 April 2026.
Tickets on sale Friday at 10am via ticketmaster.ie
Manchester-based alt-pop project Better Joy, the creative vehicle of singer-songwriter Bria Keely, have announced a highly anticipated Dublin show as part of their forthcoming Headline At Dusk UK & Ireland Tour. The tour will celebrate and support the release of their upcoming EP, Dusk, marking a new and more mature chapter in Keely’s evolving sound.
Emerging from the vibrant Manchester scene, Better Joy have quickly built a reputation for crafting emotionally charged, atmospheric pop with a cinematic edge. Led by Keely’s distinctive vocals and introspective lyricism, the project merges shimmering synth textures with guitar-driven energy—bridging the gap between indie melancholy and pop immediacy.
Following the release of their debut EP Heading Into Blue, Better Joy have been turning heads across the UK’s alternative music landscape. The record received widespread acclaim for its haunting melodies and deeply personal songwriting, earning praise from tastemakers and local radio for its a mix of raw emotion and soaring energy. Tracks from Heading Into Blue showcased Keely’s ability turn honest feeling into shimmering layers of sound
Now, with Dusk, Better Joy promise to take listeners even deeper into their nocturnal world—exploring themes of transition, longing, and self-discovery. The upcoming live shows are set to deliver the project’s most immersive performances yet, blending sonic intensity with a striking visual aesthetic.