Send us a text The Chieftains may be no more, but Kevin Conneff, the man whose voice and bodhrán have been a mainstay of the band’s sound, is carrying on the tradition with the customary spring in his step. The Dublin Trio is a brand new ensemble featuring Conneff, guitarist Tony Byrne, and piper, whistle, and accordion player Joe McKenna. All three have strong pedigrees, and this collaboration bears the hallmarks of musicians whose appetites for adventure and exploration remain a...
Send us a text In this addition of the Podcast, Kevin sits down with Eamon Brady — a gifted singer-songwriter, producer, sideman, and lecturer — to talk about his musical journey and the stories behind his upcoming debut album, Half-Light. Eamon opens up about what it means to balance creativity with collaboration, how teaching shapes his songwriting, and what listeners can expect from Half-Light — an album that’s as honest as it is sonically rich. Tune in for an inspiring conversation with o...
Send us a text A New Sculpture Park For Ireland Opening 2026 The Doherty Sculpture Park promises a one-of-a-kind immersive cultural experience, featuring a world-class collection of sculptures that span from modern to contemporary art. As Ireland’s first initiative of its kind, the park will host rotating outdoor exhibitions, continually refreshing its artistic offerings. This ground-breaking model is set to enhance the country's cultural landscape and broaden the reach of arts and culture ac...
Send us a text On this episode of Ireland Talks Podcast , I sit down with one of the most distinctive voices in Irish folk music today — Daoirí Farrell. Hailing from Dublin, Daoirí has carved out a reputation as a powerful interpreter of traditional ballads, breathing new life into old songs with honesty, heart, and an unmistakable voice. We talk about his musical journey, the influence of Irish tradition, life on the road, and the stories behind some of his most moving performances. Whether ...
Send us a text Recored in Nashville TN August 2024 Fran Breen is a polished and veteran drummer who has played with such notables as Lucinda Williams, Nanci Griffith and The Waterboys plus many more Support the show
Send us a text Ger Wolfe is an established Irish singer songwriter, a multi-instrumentalist and a poet who composes and performs ”carefully-crafted vignettes of song to all who come to listen” (Irish Times). Releasing nine full albums of his own original work on indie label ‘Raggedy Records’ “Word & Rhyme” (1998), followed by ‘Ragged Ground’ (2000), ‘Heaven Paints Her Holy Mantle Blue’ (2002) and ‘The Velvet Earth’ (2005). ‘No Bird Sang’ (2009), ‘Fréamh ; Root’ (2011) and ‘I Have Be...
Send us a text Growing up in Dundalk, Ireland, Finnian has carefully honed his songwriting slowly and with care. Since 2015 His music is honest, concise and textured in a way that is grounded and speaks to his inner conviction. Never afraid to draw on his influences and using the medium of live performance in a studio context, Finnian’s nods to his musical past have been hailed as refreshing in a climate that has gradually moved away from such a perspective. His first album Under the Influe...
Send us a text Robin James Hurt was born in Belfast, raised in Scotland and lived in Dublin for many years. More recently he has settled on the coast of County Wexford in the south east of Ireland. He is a consummate, captivating, highly popular live performer, playing regularly in Dublin and around Ireland at both more intimate venues and larger festivals, as well as all across Europe and beyond. Robin’s considerable talents as a guitarist, composer and singer have brought him on a rich, var...
Send us a text ABOUT ALEX Alex Miller came to the attention of global audiences during American Idol, Season 19. While still coming to terms with the changes that experience brought to his life, Alex is now embracing the lessons he learned from the show – and its superstar coaches. “One thing I really took away from it all is that I need to keep challenging myself,” the young entertainer reflects. “And I’m just beginning to put that into practice.” Support the show
Send us a text Kevin chats to Phelim Drew the celebrated Son of Ronnie Drew Support the show
Send us a text When Irish singer-songwriter Francie Conway received a photo of a demolished Ukrainian apartment, wherein everything was destroyed except for a guitar, he was inspired to create a song that would find a seam of hope in the face of appalling devastation. His drive to make a statement about what was happening in Ukraine was cemented by the an edition of The Late Late Show which was dedicated to funding those carrying out relief efforts, assisting people affected by the brutality ...
Send us a text Francie Conway started his recording career with RCA Records, London with notable hits including ‘To The Edge Of Time’ & ‘One Night In Amsterdam’, with notable gigs including ‘Paleo’ festival, Nyon, Switzerland with 4,000 expected but 25,000 attending thanks to the popularity of ‘To the Edge of Time’ and with notable song covers including ‘Striking It Rich’ recorded by Stevie Wright from the legendary Australian band The Easybeats, the song became the title track for one of...
Send us a text In this episode of the podcast Kevin travels to the Medyka border in Poland where he spoke to the volunteers on the ground involved with the humanitarian Aid effort for Ukrainian refugees. Support the show
Send us a text Dublin City Council refused permission for the proposed development, citing four reasons largely relating to the size and impact on historic structures. Support the show
Send us a text When Eddie Lenihan appeared in Irish national television's 12-part series 'Storyteller' in 1986, most of those seeing and hearing him were doing so for the first time. However, two further series titled 'Ten Minute Tales' in 1987 and 1988 changed all that for good. But what viewers did not know was that he had already by then 6 books behind him, as well as 5 audio tapes, besides years of folklore-gathering, particularly in his native Co. Kerry, but also in many other parts of ...
Send us a text In episode 9 of the podcast Kevin travels to County Clare to chat with singer/songwriter Steo Wall. Steo Wall BIO Steo Wall is an emerging talent on the Irish music scene, a striking wordsmith with a unique musical style. His live sets have been described as pure alchemy. Steo has an eclectic taste to his music which shines through the multi-genre array of songs at his disposal. With a mix of spoken word and folk inspired melodies all woven to an acoustic groove,...
Send us a text Kevin Chats with special guest Liam Ó Maonlaí Beidh mé fhéin ag tabhairt aire do mo shuíomh fhéin! I feel its time for me to keep you updated myself I have felt the privilege of food on the table , shelter and good health these days . As a result it has been a golden time . Nurturing a positive frame of mind and feeling excited about life and the infinite possibilities. Tá cumhacht ionainn ach teacht uirthi..... mo rheas is mo bheannacht Liam Support the show
Send us a text I had the great pleasure of chatting with Ger out at his fantastic Glenburnie Stables just outside Trim in County Meath. Support the show
Send us a text Joining me on this episode of the Podcast is singer Eleanor Shanley from County Leitrim in the North West of Ireland, renowned for her unique interpretation of Irish and Roots songs. She has been at the top of her profession since her first appearance as the singer with traditional group De Danann, she has toured and recorded with the great Ronnie Drew, Christy More, Dolores Keane, Christy Hennessey to name but a few. Cancion de Amor - The New Album, n...
Send us a text Joining me on the podcast today is Stephen Rooney who recently had some wonderful adventures in the Mourne mountains, he is also an Artist painting in watercolor and oils he’s a lover of photography hiking and wildlife. He featured on BBC Chronicles of the Mournes. Support the show