Hailing from the County Down town of Comber in Northern Ireland, I was raised on 90's punk rock and indie. As a teenager I learned my trade in rock bands, before becoming a solo artist. Influenced by Blink-182, Frank Turner, Springsteen, Stiff Little Fingers, and The Gaslight Anthem, to name but a few, I have created my indie punk style, and write songs about life, love, ups, downs, and everything in between. A self released EP "The Fight" landed in 2016, and I have since taken my live show to the next level with the addition of my backing band...
"Adam Grant & The Open Doors"
At a songwriters contest, I crossed paths with the legendary Godfather of ulster punk, Terri Hooley, who offered me a recording opportunity. The latter end stage of 2017 was spent in the studio, and resulted in the release of my debut album MY WORLD on April 30th 2018. Since its release, album tracks have been play listed on radio stations in the UK, Ireland, USA, and Australia. Live performances have taken place in London, Edinburgh, Dublin, and The 10th annual Atlantic Sessions Festival in Portrush. My World was nominated for 2018 NI Music Prize album of the year, and the 2018 RTE Choice Music irish album of the year. As of August 2019, My World is now officially stocked in HMV, Belfast. In August 2019 I supported XSLF, featuring Henry Cluney and Jim Reilly from Stiff Little Fingers, at their new album launch party.
In September 2019 I was nominated for 'Best Live Act' and 'Best Newcomer' at the 2019 NI Music Prize Awards.
In October 2019 I supported the award winning Blue Carpet Band from London on their Irish tour. I have begun recording my second album.
"Adam Grant & The Open Doors"
At a songwriters contest, I crossed paths with the legendary Godfather of ulster punk, Terri Hooley, who offered me a recording opportunity. The latter end stage of 2017 was spent in the studio, and resulted in the release of my debut album MY WORLD on April 30th 2018. Since its release, album tracks have been play listed on radio stations in the UK, Ireland, USA, and Australia. Live performances have taken place in London, Edinburgh, Dublin, and The 10th annual Atlantic Sessions Festival in Portrush. My World was nominated for 2018 NI Music Prize album of the year, and the 2018 RTE Choice Music irish album of the year. As of August 2019, My World is now officially stocked in HMV, Belfast. In August 2019 I supported XSLF, featuring Henry Cluney and Jim Reilly from Stiff Little Fingers, at their new album launch party.
In September 2019 I was nominated for 'Best Live Act' and 'Best Newcomer' at the 2019 NI Music Prize Awards.
In October 2019 I supported the award winning Blue Carpet Band from London on their Irish tour. I have begun recording my second album.