Music At Maddens Podcast

Lynette Fay is back in the snug at Madden’s for Episode 55, joined by one of Ireland’s most distinctive and celebrated traditional singers, "Karan Casey".Karan chats to Lynette about her journey through Irish music, from growing up in Waterford to her time in New York and her years as the lead singer of "Solas", before establishing an acclaimed career as a solo artist.They talk about the songs and stories that have shaped her, the importance of using music to tell meaningful stories, and a life spent performing and collaborating with musicians around the world.🎧 Listen now and don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Music at Madden’s for more conversations from the heart of Belfast’s traditional music scene.

Two banjos, two musical worlds, and one very special friendship!This week on Music at Madden's, Lynette Fay is joined in the Snug by banjo legends Damien O'Kane and Ron Block, bringing together the worlds of Irish traditional music and American bluegrass.From Damien's early days growing up in a musical family in Coleraine to Ron's journey from a California music shop to playing alongside Alison Krauss & Union Station, the pair share the stories behind their lifelong love of the banjo.They chat about how their unlikely musical partnership began, the making of their three albums, the magic of recording live, and why two banjos are better when they're cooperating rather than duelling!There's plenty of laughter along the way, but also some honest reflections on the changing music industry, the challenges of streaming, the importance of supporting musicians, and the family, friendships and experiences that have shaped their careers.A conversation full of music, memories, laughter and a whole lot of banjo!🎶 Music at Madden's – wholesome chats with members of the traditional music family from Ulster and beyond.New episodes every Monday.🎧 Listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.📺 Watch the full conversation on YouTube.❤️ Like, comment and subscribe

Music at Madden’s - On the Road! Recorded in The Pig Gig in Cullyhanna, South Armagh, Lynette sits down with musician, entertainer and the man behind the venue, Terry Conlon. Terry takes us right back to where his musical life began - joining a local marching band as a young lad, falling in love with the accordion and learning his craft from some of the great characters and musicians of an older generation. From céilí bands and Fleadh sessions to his years playing with Belfast folk band Thatch and, later, Raglan, Terry reflects on a lifetime of gigs, tunes, stories and unforgettable nights. At the heart of it all is Terry’s belief that music is about more than simply playing the right notes. It’s about the people in the room, the energy between performer and audience, and making sure everyone leaves with a smile on their face. We also hear the unlikely story of The Pig Gig itself; beginning with a gig in a hay shed to raise money for his son’s band, before growing into a unique grassroots venue and community space that has welcomed musicians, singers and audiences from across Ireland. A conversation packed with stories, characters and plenty of craic, celebrating the music, community and sense of place that make South Armagh special.Brought to you in partnership with Gaelphobal Ard Mhacha Theas.

In this episode of Music at Madden’s, Lynette Fay is joined by South Armagh historian, poet and storyteller Una Walsh and her nephew Aodh.Una has been at the heart of research into the history and heritage of South Armagh, helping to uncover forgotten stories and bring them back to the communities they belong to. She shares some of that work, reflecting on the people, places and stories that have shaped the area and the importance of keeping local history alive.Alongside her is Aodh, a traditional musician carrying another part of that heritage forward through music. Together, they explore the connections between storytelling, history, music and place, and how these traditions continue to pass from one generation to the next.Recorded at The Pig Gig in Cullyhanna, South Armagh, this special episode of Music at Madden’s is brought to you in association with Gaelphobal Ard Mhacha Theas.

Eagrán speisialta d'Oíche ChultúirA Culture Night Special #oíchedársaol #culturenight Ón imeall go croí-lár an phobail - Pádraigín Ní Uallacháin.Thaistil muid go hArd Mhacha Theas do phodchraoladh na seachtaine, a taifeadadh sa Pig Gig i Siatrom.Caitheann an t-amhránaí Pádraigín Ní Uallacháin seal comhrá le Lynette Fay sa Pig. Pléann sí an tógáil a fuair sí agus an Ghaeilge mar theanga an tí, an tuiscint a bhí aici riamh go raibh obair tábhachtach sa chinniúint aici, agus mar a thosaigh sí an obair ar a leabhar sainiúil Hidden Ulster atá i ndiaidh bórramh a chur faoin Ghaeilge i measc an phobail sa cheantar inár tógadh í. A special podcast this week, for Culture Night. We took Music at Madden’s on the road to the Pig Gig in South Armagh. From the periphery to the heart of the community - Pádraigín Ní Uallacháin A rare chance to hear celebrated singer Pádraigín Ní Uallacháin in conversation. In a wide ranging chat, she sits down by the fire and talks to Lynette about being raised with Irish when it was far from trendy, about having a deep felt understanding that she had a specific purpose in life, and she talks at length about her seminal work A Hidden Ulster which has breathed new life into and a created a sense of deep connection with the language in the very community where she was raised. #oíchedarsaol #culturenight