Ireland’s all-star quintet Lúnasa has become one of the most sought-after bands on the international Irish music scene. The band’s inventive arrangements and bass-driven grooves…
Artist Profiles: Lunasa
Tag: Irish folk music
Artist Profiles: Liam Bradley
Keyboardist Liam Bradley from Tobermore, Co. Derry is known throughout the world for his music for Irish dancing. He has produced recordings and provided accompaniment…
Artist Profiles: Karan Casey
Vocalist, songwriter, producer and pianist Karan Casey was born in Ballyduff Lower, Kilmeaden, County Waterford, Ireland in 1969. In 1993, Karan emigrated to New York…
Artist Profiles: John Doyle
John Doyle is one of the most talented and innovative musicians to come out of Ireland in recent years. Now a resident of Asheville (North…
Artist Profiles: Dervish
Widely hailed as the 1990s’ successors to Irish traditional legends Planxty and the Bothy Band, Dervish unite passion with virtuosity. The members of Dervish met…
Artist Profiles: Eamon Murray
Eamon Murray from Randalstown, Co. Antrim is one of the most important young bodhrán players in Irish music. Described by Johnny McDonagh (De Dannan/Arcady) as…
Artist Profiles: Damien Stenson
Damien Stenson grew up in County Sligo (Ireland), an area with a rich folk music tradition. He is known for his extensive repertoire and flowing…
Artist Profiles: The Bothy Band
The Bothy Band evoked universal praise from audiences and critics alike. Siblings Micheal O Domhnaill and Triona Ni Dhomhnaill, percussionist Donal Lunny, master piper Paddy…
Artist Profiles: Beoga
Beoga (Irish word for ‘lively’) are an exciting young five piece from County Antrim who create a completely unique sound, with the dueling accordions of…
Artist Profiles: Alan Kelly
Born in Co. Roscommon in 1972, Alan Kelly grew up in a house steeped in traditional music and dance. His grandfather was a fiddler; his…