Sharon Shannon has music at her fingertips... literally. One of the biggest names in Irish traditional music, Jenny Lee chats to the world-renowned accordionist about her musical roots, Shane MacGowan ...

A YOUNG boy from Limerick has been named Limerick Person of the Month for his extraordinary musical talents. Christopher ...

Pints of the black stuff. Of course, they also have an excellent vibe, friendly atmosphere, top-notch pub grub, and, more often than not, live traditional Irish music. Whether you’re an expat looking ...

A class reunion of students in St. Kevin’s Community College in the years 1988/89 will take place in Germaine’s, Baltinglass ...

Colin Lacey reviews an eclectic mix of the latest albums on the Irish music scene. Twice as prolific as most performers ... harp and acoustic guitars, uileann pipes, accordion, violin, and the ...

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Featuring Soda Blonde, Ispíní na hÉireann, Maria Somerville, Officer John, The Guilteens, Gilbert and Best New Irish music playlist updates.