Music Archive
New York Rock Band: Black 47
Irish America speaks to Larry Kirwan about the Irish Famine’s Musical Legacy. Think of any…
Irish Pub and Music Scene Legend, Steve Duggan has Passed Away
Cavan native, co-founder of Paddy Reilly’s Music Bar, and the man who helped many Irish…
Celtic Woman 20th Anniversary Tour
Grammy-Nominated Music Sensation Celtic Woman Brings 20th Anniversary Tour to North America in 2024 On the…
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Redeeming Bing Crosby, the Voice of Christmas
Bing Crosby was once considered the greatest crooner of all and his recording of “White Christmas” remains the best-selling single of all time, with an estimated 100 million copies sold […]
When Irish Eyes Are Smiling
The world has been enriched by many distinctly Irish songs. “Danny Boy” and “MacNamara’s Band” are among the diverse offerings. But no song is more deeply embedded in hearts than […]
Irish American Musician Advocates for Syria
Dylan Connor is an Irish American singer/songwriter who, inspired by his Syrian wife, Reem Alhariri Connor, has become a celebrated activist for Syria and its refugees. Connor, who is the […]
Forward the Music of the Gael
There’s more to piping than meets the ear. Kristin McGowan talks to Joe McGonigal, the highly sought-after musician and teacher, about his upcoming plans and the influence of his grandfather […]
Music Reviews
A number of albums released this year and last have has strong thematic links to the Easter Rising. Rising Black Bank Folk A debut album years the making, Rising, tells […]
Playing in the Band
For the perfect pairing of Grateful Dead and traditional Celtic sound, look to Wake the Dead, a California group of experts musicians. For almost 17 years, Wake the Dead has […]