Three emerging bands, Alana, Buíoch, and Picarós, have been selected as finalists for the Runas 2024 Contest. The popular vote played a crucial role in…
Alana, Buíoch, and Picarós: Finalists of the Runas 2024 Contest
Tag: Irish folk music
The Achill Sound Reinvent Irish Folk
Originating from an island off Ireland’s west coast, The Achill Sound gives a darker take on traditional Irish balladry but achieves the best of both…
Irish Folk Masters Lúnasa Impress with ‘Live in Kyoto’ Album
Lúnasa – Live in Kyoto (Lúnasa Records, 2024) Lúnasa, the acclaimed Irish ensemble renowned for its major influence in traditional music, is set to unveil…
Irish Musicians Nuala Kennedy and Eamon O’Leary Release New Song “Liffeyside”
(headline image; Kevin Burke, Nuala Kennedy and Eamon O’Leary) Irish traditional singer and flutist Nuala Kennedy and Dublin/New York singer and guitarist Eamon O’Leary have…
Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones Present Irish Ballads in a New Package
Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones – Let The Free Birds Fly (Warfield Music, 2022) Derek Warfield & The Young Wolfe Tones, from Dublin,…
Charming Harp and Cello by Lily Neill & Vesa Norilo
Lily Neill & Vesa Norilo – Tales and Golden Histories (2023) Harp player Lily Neill and Cellist Vesa Norilo skillfully craft a beautiful set of…
The Bodhrán, Ireland’s Thrilling Groove Machine
The bodhrán, a traditional Irish frame drum, has been an integral part of Irish music for centuries, providing versatility in various musical styles ranging from…
Rowan Leslie’s Journey Through Ireland’s Traditions in ‘The Kesh’
Rowan Leslie – The Kesh (2023) Rowan Leslie, an Irish fiddle virtuoso and composer from County Antrim unveils his latest EP, The Kesh. This musical…
Aoife Ní Bhriain’s Dazzling Career in Traditional and Classical Violin
Born in Dublin within a family of musicians, Aoife Ní Bhriain is an exceptionally talented and multifaceted violinist. Aoife’s father Mick O’Brien is one of…
Catrin Finch & Aoife Ní Bhriain Command the World Music Charts Europe for December 2023
The album Double You by Catrin Finch & Aoife Ni Bhriain has secured the coveted top position at the World Music Charts Europe for December…