Irish Neo-traditional

Irish Neo-Traditional music is a vibrant, contemporary genre that reinterprets and reimagines the rich musical heritage of Ireland. Characterized by its lush, layered soundscapes and innovative arrangements, this genre blends traditional instruments like the fiddle, bodhran, and uilleann pipes with modern elements, creating a unique sonic tapestry. Emerging in the 1990s, Neo-Traditional drew inspiration from the 1970s Irish folk revival, but with a distinctly modern twist. Key artists of the genre pushed the boundaries of traditional music, incorporating influences from rock, jazz, and world music to create a dynamic, eclectic sound. This genre has played a significant role in revitalizing Irish cultural heritage, making traditional music accessible to a new generation. With its intense energy, soaring vocal harmonies, and masterful instrumental virtuosity, Irish Neo-Traditional music has captivated audiences worldwide, setting it apart from other Celtic music styles with its bold experimentation and deep connection to Ireland's musical roots.

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Live at the Barrowlands
Album - 14 Tracks - Released October 13, 2024

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Altan
Aoife Scott
Athrú
Barrule
Bene & Cormac
Beoga
Bob Brozman, John McSherry & Dónal O’Connor
Boxing Banjo
Brendan Begley & Caoimhín Ó Raghallaigh
Brian Finnegan
Caitlín & Ciarán
Caladh Nua
Caoimhín Ó Raghallaigh
Ciaran Tourish
Cúig
Danú
Eadaoin
Goitse
Guidewires
JigJam
Kasír
Kevin Crawford
Kíla
Lankum
Lasairfhíona
Lúnasa
MOXIE
Martin Quinn & Angelina Carberry
Mec Lir
Moving Cloud
Niall & Cillian Vallely
Pádraig Rynne
Réalta
Seo Linn
Socks in the Frying Pan
Solas
Talisk
The Drowsy Lads
The Gloaming
The Kilkennys
Téada
We Banjo 3
Ye Vagabonds
Zoë Conway
Éilís Crean
Ímar
Ye Vagabonds
Lankum
Lúnasa
Solas
The Kilkennys
Talisk
The Gloaming
Danú
Ímar
Altan
We Banjo 3
Beoga
Brian Finnegan
Kíla
Téada
JigJam
Kasír
Caoimhín Ó Raghallaigh
Ciaran Tourish
Seo Linn
Mec Lir
Caladh Nua
Aoife Scott
Zoë Conway
Lasairfhíona
Kevin Crawford
Goitse
Socks in the Frying Pan
Éilís Crean
Pádraig Rynne
Réalta
Cúig
Boxing Banjo
Barrule
MOXIE
Martin Quinn & Angelina Carberry
Brendan Begley & Caoimhín Ó Raghallaigh
Niall & Cillian Vallely
Caitlín & Ciarán
Bob Brozman, John McSherry & Dónal O’Connor
The Drowsy Lads
Athrú
Bene & Cormac
Eadaoin
Moving Cloud
Guidewires