“In Ireland, folk music is a living tradition,” a crotchety old drunk in a Galway pub once told me. It wasn’t simply about revering the past by teaching children the songs of their forefathers, he ...

Last month, the Irish bluegrass band JigJam released their latest album Across the Pond. The 12-track collection showcases a blend of Irish traditional music and bluegrass. The album is a little more ...

SPRINGFIELD — She’s topped the Irish charts with three No. 1 singles and a No. 1 album, but for Emer Dunne, performing in the U.S. is relatively new territory. “Folk music and songs from Ireland, ...

Mary Black, the 70-year-old Irish folk singer whose career has spanned more than four decades, has announced her retirement from touring. The beloved vocalist said she will conclude her performing ...

This relaxing tune captures the essence of traditional Irish folk music, blending soothing harmonies and gentle rhythms. Visit our main channel for more music like this! #irish #folk #ballad ...

U2 guitarist the Edge said the band is working with Brian Eno on music with an Irish folk element, which could appear on their next album. Following 2017’s Songs of Experience, U2 released Songs of ...