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Luke Kelly: A Folk Music Icon

Luke Kelly, an iconic figure in Irish music, left an indelible mark on the folk music scene with his powerful voice, passionate performances, and unwavering commitment to social justice. As a founding member of The Dubliners, Kelly's influence extended far beyond the...

Roaring with Passion: Exploring the Music of Aslan

Aslan is an Irish rock group from Dublin who first formed in the 80s. They are not widely known outside of Ireland and have become known as one of our best-kept secrets. The story of Aslan Aslan came from the...

The Saw Doctors

The Saw Doctors formed in 1986 and released fifteen albums. They have achieved nineteen top-thirty hits and are renowned worldwide for their energetic live performances. A line-up which has continuously vacillated over...

The Traditional Irish Bodhrán Drum

The bodhrán is an Irish framed drum and ranges from 25 to 65cm in diameter. The bodhrán is made from goats-skins, tacked to one side. (Synthetic heads or other animal skins are sometimes used.) On the other side, one...

Mary Black

Mary had great musical talent from an earlier age and was influenced by her musical parents, brothers, and sister. In 1983 Mary released her first solo album, Mary Black. The album performed brilliantly in the Irish...

The Mystic Man of Music: Van Morrison

Van Morrison is a prolific singer-songwriter known for his soulful and spiritual music, blending genres like blues, jazz, and folk with his unique voice.

Melodic Irish Charm: The Music of Daniel O'Donnell

Daniel O’Donnell is a beloved Irish musician known for his smooth voice, heartfelt ballads, and warm personality that has won the hearts of many.

Traditional Irish Flute

Traditional Irish music would not sound the same without the wonderfully high notes from the Irish Flute. They have long been a fixture in Irish music for centuries. Flutes were originally made of bone and these were made by simply carving holes into the bone to...

Rocking with The Boomtown Rats

The Boomtown Rats are an Irish rock band led by Bob Geldof, known for socially conscious lyrics and high-energy sound. Their hits, “I Don’t Like Mondays” and “Rat Trap,” propelled them to fame in the late 70s/early 80s, leaving a lasting legacy in the rock genre.

Music Culture In Ireland

Music plays are a large part of Ireland's culture and have done for many years. It's not just about Irish traditional music but its also folk music, rock, punk and other genres of music. Why is Irish music important to our culture? Irish songs tell a story through...