Sean McElwain from Monaghan brings a strong string dimension to acclaimed band Téada through his energetic contributions on guitar and bouzouki. Touring performances have seen…
Artist Profiles: Sean McElwain
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Artist Profiles: Tristan Rosenstock
Tristan Rosenstock From Glenageary in Co. Dublin, Tristan picked up the bodhran at the age of 10. His playing encompasses a distinctive musical sensitivity, evident…
Artist Profiles: Téada
Founded by Sligo fiddler Oisín Mac Diarmada, Téada was formed in 2001 to make an appearance on the innovative Irish television series ‘Flosc’. Téada (meaning…
Artist Profiles: Oisin Mac Diarmada
Oisín Mac Diarmada was born in 1978 in County Clare, Ireland. He learned how to play the fiddle at a young age. Oisín later moved…
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…
Rainforest World Music Festival 2016: 25 bands covering all 5 continents!
The annual Rainforest World Music Festival in Kuching, Sarawak (Malaysia) is now in its 19th edition, and featured 25 bands from around the planet. The…
Fusion without confusion – how world music bands blend multiple influences
The 19th Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF) in Kuching, Sarawak (Malaysia), regarded as one of the Top 25 music festivals by Songlines magazine, was once…