Paul Byrne

1 week ago | journalofmusic.com | Paul Byrne |Belfast TradFest |Maynooth Uni

Returning to Belfast for the first time in three years, Moxie brings their electrifying sound to TradFest in what promises to be a landmark performance. Hailing from Sligo in the West of Ireland, Moxie have carved out a space all their own — rooted in the rhythms of Irish traditional music but fearlessly pushing its boundaries, reimagining it for a new generation.

1 week ago | journalofmusic.com | Paul Byrne |Belfast TradFest |Maynooth Uni

Matt Molloy is a true legend of Irish music and has been member of some of the most influential bands in traditional music, including The Bothy Band, Planxty and The Chieftains. His three solo albums, as well as his trio recording with Tommy Peoples and Paul Brady in the late 70’s brought flute playing to a new level. Born in London but living in Boyle for over 25 years, John Carty has established himself among the elite of Irish traditional musicians.

1 week ago | journalofmusic.com | Paul Byrne

On Friday, 9 May 2025, Tara Breen, Pádraig Rynne, and Jim Murray will perform at Stiúideo Cuan in An Spidéal, Galway, from 8 pm to 10 pm as part of the Féasta Ceoil an Spidéil ‘25 series. Tara Breen, a fiddler with numerous All Ireland titles, has worked with The Chieftains and Stockton’s Wing, while Pádraig Rynne is known for his work with bands such as NOTIFY and Guidewires. Jim Murray is a respected guitarist, having performed with artists like Sharon Shannon and Sinead O’Connor.

2 weeks ago | journalofmusic.com | Paul Byrne

Séamus Ó Flatharta voice, harp, whistlesCaoimhe Uí Fhlatharta voice, fiddleRyan Molloy pianoMusic Network opens its autumn season with a very special new collaboration. This tour brings together the phenomenal vocal blend of Connemara siblings and RTÉ Folk Awards 2024 Best Emerging Artists Séamus and Caoimhe Uí Fhlatharta, alongside outstanding pianist and TG4 Gradam Ceoil 2024 Composer of the Year Ryan Molloy.

2 weeks ago | journalofmusic.com | Paul Byrne

LEADING BRETON folk and traditional musicians Ampouailh and Charlie Le Brun will play Monroe’s Live in May as part of Brittany Fest Galway 2025. The concert takes place on Friday 16th May at 8pm and will give Galway a taste of the traditional Breton Fest Noz “night party” music event. This promises to be a highlight of the Festival which is celebrating 50 years of the Galway-Lorient Town Twinning.