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Ronnie Drew Biography: The Voice of Irish Folk Music History
If you want to understand the real history of Irish folk music, you have to look at Ronnie Drew. Grab a cup of coffee and let's dive in...
May 14th, 2026
The Global Folk Revival: Why this is the biggest movement yet
Is a Global Folk Revival happening? As we face digital fatigue and the rise of AI, people are seeking out authentic human traditions. E...
May 7th, 2026
Moya Brennan Dies at 73 - Remembering the First Lady of Celtic Music
Following the sad news of her passing at 73, we look back at the life of Moya Brennan. As the lead singer of Clannad, she took the trad...
April 13th, 2026
St. Patrick's Day Songs: Dark History & Tradition
Discover the tragic history and ancient origins behind the most captivating traditional Irish songs. Enhance your St. Patrick's Day wit...
March 2nd, 2026
6 Irish Tunes for You to Learn
Stuck for some great Irish Tunes to learn? Are you trying to get a few more Tunes under your belt just to expand your collection or to...
February 6th, 2026
The True Story Behind the Song "Kilkelly, Ireland”
Songwriter Peter Jones was helping his parents clear out their attic when he found a wooden box. Inside was a bundle of fragile, yellow...
January 26th, 2026
Green Fields of France - The Story Behind the Song and was Willie McBride Real?
World War I annihilated a generation between 1914 and 1918. Within that catastrophe lies a specifically Irish tragedy: over 200,000 Iri...
January 22nd, 2026
The Great Silence
The History of the Great Irish Famine (An Gorta Mór, 1845–1852) has largely focused on economic collapse and demographic catastrophe. H...
January 7th, 2026
The Story of Roddy McCorley
To understand Roddy McCorley, we must first look at the wreckage of 1798. The United Irishmen rebellion in County Antrim collapsed quic...
January 5th, 2026
What Is The Most Important Irish Song?
Here, we explore three of the most iconic and significant songs in Irish history—songs that capture the spirit of a nation and continue...
August 29th, 2025
The History of the Irish Harp
The Irish harp, with its graceful curve and evocative sound, is more than just a musical instrument; it is the enduring emblem of a nat...
August 21st, 2025
History Behind the Song: Danny Boy
Long before the lyrics of "Danny Boy" ever graced a page, its haunting melody had a life of its own, deeply rooted in Irish soil. This...
August 19th, 2025
Best Irish Pubs for Trad Sessions
Ireland is absolutely covered in Pubs. But which ones are the best for Trad Sessions? Especially if you’re visiting Ireland and you wan...
August 13th, 2025
Ed Sheeran Stops Wexford in Its Tracks: Surprise Gig at Fleadh Cheoil 2025
Well, Wexford town didn’t see that one coming. On Tuesday night, Ed Sheeran turned up out of nowhere and packed out The Sky and The Gro...
August 6th, 2025
The Most Famous Irish Song?
It’s a question that’s been knocking around in many a mind, especially if you’ve any grá for Irish music: What’s the most famous Irish...
July 31st, 2025