Forged in Scotland and Ireland’s traditional music scene but drawing on the music of the Balkans and North America, Dallahan take their listeners on a journey. Traversing styles and countries of the world in a dazzling live show, they create their own unique brand of World-folk delivered with stunning virtuosity.
Genre: Folk
Ranagri
Ranagri is a dynamic contemporary folk band that blends traditional Irish and British roots with modern influences and world music textures. Known for their innovative instrumentation, they fuse voices, harp, flutes, guitar and percussion to create a sound that is both deeply rooted in folk traditions and refreshingly original.
Tony McManus
Tony McManus has transcended the parameters of contemporary Celtic music. his fiendishly dexterous, dazzlingly original playing draws on traditions from the entire Celtic diaspora – Scotland, Ireland, Brittany, Galicia, Asturias, Cape Breton, Quebec – along with flavours, of jazz and east European music. His has an uncanny ability to transpose the delicate, complex ornamentation of traditional bagpipe or fiddle tunes – even the phrasing of a Gaelic song – onto his own six strings.
While & Matthews
While & Matthews are a dynamic force in British folk, known for their soaring harmonies, powerful songwriting, and unmistakable on-stage chemistry. With nearly 30 years of touring in Australia and multiple BBC Folk Award nominations, their music spans from heartfelt ballads to foot-stomping anthems. Champions of women’s voices and stories, their songs reflect strength, empathy, and social conscience. Musically rich and emotionally engaging, their live shows are a must-see for any discerning festival audience.
