Éamonn Coyne

Éamonn Coyne is an Irish banjo and tenor guitar virtuoso known for his crisp, inventive playing that bridges traditional Irish music with contemporary folk flavors. Hailing from Dublin, he’s built a reputation as a versatile collaborator, working with artists like Kris Drever (as heard on *The Mark Radcliffe Folk Sessions*) and contributing to projects like *A Celebration of The Music of Gordon Duncan*, honoring the late Scottish piping legend. His releases, including *Honk Toot Suite* and *Through the Round Window*, showcase his knack for weaving intricate melodies with rhythmic drive, while projects like *Storymap* and *Mareel EP* highlight his genre-blurring curiosity.

A longtime fixture in the UK folk scene, Coyne’s work often feels like a lively conversation between tradition and experimentation—whether he’s anchoring a session or reimagining tunes with collaborators. His presence in ensembles like the Treacherous Orchestra and his knack for crafting ear-catching instrumental narratives (hello, *Liag*!) make him a go-to musician for fans who love their roots music with a fresh twist.

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