"The Galtee Mountain Boy" was originally written by a man named Patsy Halloran; Christy Moore later added a fourth verse. The song portrays real events, people, and situations from the…

"Street Angel, House Devil". That's the saying that The House Devils appear to have acquired their great name from, in a long ago reference to Matt Fahey's father from an astute neighbour. Great name for a band that comprises Matt Fahy on guitar, Tradconnect member…

The cover of Moya Brennan's new album Voices & Harps tells the tale of what lies inside for the listener.  The cover is refreshing and stark with its white and gold.  All that lies inside does indeed glitter and is most assuredly…

Based on recommendations from members we have started a Group called " Professional Trad Musicians Noticeboard" This is as group for professional musicians that want to be made aware of opportunities where professionals are required for any number of reasons. This could be a short notice fill in for a group, for corporate work where a specific…

On a hot and balmy night in Dublin The Bonny Men came out to play. The venue of choice was the long established Harcourt sessions in the heart of Dublin, with this being their first gig here. Always a popular venue for traditional music they were greeted by a very appreciative audience and ably supported by folk duo Lynched. Despite the 30 minutes that it…

Dublin, Ireland’s capital city, along with the rest of the country will be brimming with free live music events to celebrate love:live music, Ireland’s National Music Day on 21st June.  This day-long celebration of Irish music of all genres will see thousands of musicians stage free live music events across the country.  love:live music is presented by…

The Teetotallers On Tour: Martin Hayes, Kevin Crawford, John Doyle



May 24, Thurs: North Carolina: Asheville, Diana Wortham Theatre, Mainstage Series,www.dwtheatre.com 828-257-4530.



May 25, Fri: Circular Congregation Church, 150 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC. For…

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70 minutes of top Irish trad from Copperplate. Don't worry our next instalment will be up on June 1st. Enjoy



              Copperplate Podcast 150

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1. Gerry Diver:…

I just wanted to let everyone know that I have a Celtic music radio show here in the States. I play all sorts of Celtic music, but what I really enjoy playing are the new, little known or under appreciated musicians who may not receive alot of airtime. Yes, The Chieftains, Dubliners and Battlefield band are all wonderful, and certainly have their place on my show, but I enjoy…

Well if MacDara is too modest to share this himself then I am going to do so on his behalf because it is the opening track from the album that I raved on about some time back. MacDara Ó Raghallaigh live in concert playing reels composed by Vincent Broderick and Josie McDermott. This video was recorded by Antóin MacGabhann during the live recording of MacDara's…

Just landed in Brighton, Boston and would love to meet a few musicians especially someone who would accompany me with my songs, Sean Nós, Ballads and Country/Blues. Met the Gannon Boys, within minutes of hitting Logan Runway, from Conemara, father an son and was very impressed. Great musicians ands nice men. I was totally jet lagged though so forgot to get any numbers.

Anyone with any ideas?

 I stumbled upon these sisters who are natives of Kilnaboy Co. Clare. They call themselves Siun. They started their tin whistle training at the age of 9 and 10, then advanced to the uilleann pipes and other instruments while studying at  the Irish World Academy of Music and Dance.  You can hear 4 tracks off their new album The Blue-eyed Rascal through their official website. They play with ease and…

Following the very quick sell out of Andy's first show on 16th June 2012 a second Andy Irvine show has since been added on June 17th 2012. It will be a very special night indeed as it is an evening of celebration to for Andy's 7oth birthday. The concert will also feature Sweeney’s Men, Paul Brady, Dónal…

The "Fiddler of Dooney" champion Donall Donnelly has moved on, found his musical inspiration and has delivered a debut album of stunning proportions. Comprised of mostly self compositions Tremolo is an album that was so creatively inspiring that it…

Continuing the theme of music in Churches The Tunes in the Church series of concerts which is the brainchild of our own Cormac Begley have just announced their series of concerts for this year. While in Dublin we have our own…

The Lark's Air is described by Dan Brouder as "an album born out of years of  listening and learning from past and present masters of traditional music". For a musician that comes from Monagea, in west Limerick,  just outside the boundary of Sliabh…

The Steeple Sessions have announced their second series of concerts. They present traditional Irish music in its purest form and concerts are geared towards those who seek the genuine, elusive musical traditions of Ireland. Held in the beautiful surroundings of a candle-lit church in Dublin, the line up of renowned musicians/performers changes nightly throughout the…

Since they formed in January 2011 The Bonny Men have started to make a name for themselves on the live circuit and we had the chance to see them recently at a charity concert where they did indeed impress. As traditional groups go they must be one of the largest with seven members in total covering fiddle, bodhrán, piano, uilleann…