For a lunchtime traditional music showcase treat, join Nuala Kennedy on flute and vocals, and Tara Breen on fiddle this Friday, July 18 at 1pm.
At 8pm, Biig Piig takes to the main stage. With a sound that merges hip hop, R&B, and dance, she brings her acclaimed album 11:11 to life. The oldest of four, Jess was born in Ireland but spent her formative years in Spain and London, which inspires her music.
On Saturday, July 19, the traditional lunchtime concert series continues at 1pm with Ann Kirrane, Garry O’Briain and Ronan Greene.
Irish indie favourites, The Frank and Walters perform a special sold-out acoustic set on Saturday, July 19 at 8pm, revisiting beloved tracks like ‘After All’ and ‘Fashion Crisis Hits New York’ from a career spanning more than three decades.
On Sunday, July 20th at 8pm, NOTIFY bring together trad with jazz, post-rock, and cinematic influences, featuring six of Ireland’s most talented musicians; Pádraig Rynne on concertina, Tara Breen on fiddle, Davie Ryan on drums and percussion, Adam Taylor on bass, Rory McCarthy on piano and Fender Rhodes with Hugh Dillon on guitars. Special guest on the night is How I Became A Wave.
On Thursday, July 24, at 1pm, Aine Bird, Caitlín Nic Gabhann and Anne Marie Grogan continue the lunchtime traditional music series at the venue.
Later that evening, Join Maverick Sabre at 8pm. Born in Stoke Newington, London, and raised in County Wexford, the singer, songwriter, and producer has spent the past decade forging a socially conscious sound, bringing with him the fire of Irish folk with the edge of hip-hop.
He has undergone a bold evolution as an artist and his new album, Burn The Right Things Down, reflects the passing of time.
On Friday, July 25 at 1pm, Caitríona Ní Cheannabhain, Mick Conneely and David Munnelly take to the stage for a lunchtime trad performance.
At 8pm, A Lazarus Soul reflect social issues with a personal fire, thanks to the deeply personal lyrics from singer songwriter, Brian Brannigan. Their body of work, including albums like Graveyard of Burnt Out Cars, has earned them a loyal following.
The lunchtime treat continues on Saturday, July 26 at 1pm with Floriane Blancke on harp and Brendan O’Regan on mandolin and bouzouki.
Closing the programme on Sunday, July 27th at 8pm is the sold-out show for Richard Thompson, a founding member of Fairport Convention and one of the most influential guitarists of his generation. Named among Rolling Stone’s Top 100 guitarists of all time, Thompson’s pioneering contribution to British folk rock continues to inspire audiences around the world.
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