Northern Ireland's clubbing environment has never been more exciting. Nor have its DJs/producers and promoters ever been more a part of the international dance music dialogue. Ahead of Belfast's AVA Festival and Conference in June, we talk to some of N.I's finest including Bicep, Timmy Stewart, Hammer, Sally C, Jordan and Holly Lester to learn just what it is that makes it such a special place to party...

In the lead up to St. Patrick's Day, DJ Mag profiles some of Ireland's finest underground talents...