Irish Band #4442

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A high-energy four piece blending Irish and Scottish folk with Americana and country. Featuring uilleann and Highland pipes, fiddle, bouzouki, banjo, and whistles, they deliver powerful tunes and singalong songs rooted in decades of experience across UK festivals and international stages.

A four-piece band based in Shropshire, bringing together the raw energy of Irish and Scottish traditional music with the rich storytelling of Americana and country. With roots stretching from Ireland and the Hebrides to the heart of rural England, their sound is both timeless and distinctly their own.

Each member is a seasoned performer, having played semi-professionally throughout their adult lives. With over three decades of experience in traditional music at the core, the group has graced folk festivals, respected Irish venues across the Midlands, and played internationally in locations including Ireland and the Algarve.

Their live sets are known for their vibrancy and range—mixing crowd favourites with lesser-known gems, and weaving powerful session tunes through soulful, singalong songs. A standout feature is the rare combination of uilleann and Highland pipes, adding a spine-tingling edge to a line-up that also includes bouzouki, whistles, tenor banjo, bass, and drums.

Perfect for festival stages and music venues alike, they bring passion, precision, and a deep connection to the folk traditions that continue to inspire and ignite audiences.

  • High-energy mix of Irish and Scottish traditional music with Americana and country twists
  • Decades of live performance experience across the UK and internationally
  • Crowd-pleasing singalong songs that get the audience involved
  • Lively session tunes woven seamlessly through heartfelt folk storytelling
  • Unique use of both uilleann and Highland pipes for a powerful, rare sound
  • Rich instrumentation including bouzouki, tenor banjo, whistles and fiddle.
  • Perfect for parties, festivals, folk clubs, and vibrant music venues
  • Authentic roots from Ireland and the Hebrides to rural England
  • Dynamic, engaging stage presence that connects with every audience
Rates From £438
Rates subject to travel, time and occasion (St. Patrick's/New Year)

Playlists / Performance Info

Song List Spring 2025
Ireland
Banks of the Roses / Tatter Jack Walsh
From Clare to Here / George White's Favourite
Tippin it up to Nancy / Donnybrook Fair
Nancy Whiskey / Off to California
Never Tire of the Road
Fields of Athenry
Greenland Whale Fisheries / Scartaglen
Rare Old Mountain Dew
McAlpine's Fusiliers / Kerry Polkas
Heave Away / Merrily Kiss the Quaker's Wife
Wagon Wheel
O'Farrell's Welcome to Ireland
Billy Taylor / The Millhouse
Beeswing / Jimmy Ward's Jig
Travelin' Soldier
Rambling Rover / The Frost is All Over
Dixieland / Bill Malley's
Billy O'Shea
Galway Girl
The Broad Majestic Shannon
The Harp and the Shamrock
Nancy Mulligan / The Star of Munster
St. Patrick's Day / The Merry Blacksmith
Caledonia / In & Out the Harbour / Pumpkin's Fancy

Entertainment Type

Irish Band - Folk Rock Band - Folk Band

Previous Experience

Many years of parties, pub gigs, folk festivals, etc

Previous Clients

Shrewsbury Folk Fesival, Norton's Digbeth, Albert's Shed, Shrewsbury Oktoberfest, Coolock Shrewsbury

Tech Details

Set Up Time:
1 Hr

Area Required:
5m x 4m

Sets & Duration:
2 x 45 min

Equipment:
PA System if tequired (please ask), all instruments

Line Up:
Singer, guitar, banjo, pipes, whistles, fiddle

PA System:
Can be supplied, please ask as part of enquiry. If over 100 audience please supply PA

Light System:
No

Tech Requirements:
2 x Plug sockets

Rider:
A meal per musician if working over meal times (12-1, 5-8), plus soft drinks, tea/coffee

Tags

Folk Irish Scottish

Areas Covered

Nationwide