The Corrs
The Corrs have been described as a Celtic Rock Group from Dundalk, Co. Louth, in Ireland and consist of three sisters and a brother, Andrea,…
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Christy Moore: The Voice of Irish Folk Music
Christy Moore is one of Irelands many talented Irish folk singers and was born on May 7thh 1945 in Newbridge, County Kildare.
Exploring the Life and Legacy of The Dubliners
The Dubliners first formed in 1962. Since their formation, they have played many great songs and have become much loved all over the world. Popular with…
Linger on the Melodic Tones of The Cranberries
The Cranberries were an Irish rock band formed in 1989, known for their unique sound that blended elements of alternative, pop, and Celtic folk music.
Celtic Charmers: The Irish Rovers
There Irish Rovers were a traditional band formed in 1963 whose career would span over 40 years. Canada 1963 was the year when two young…
Playing Golf In Ireland
The GUI (Golfing Union of Ireland) was established in 1891, making Ireland the first country in the world to set up a Golfing Union. Today,…
Rock Legends and Activists: U2
It would be safe to say that U2 has become the most successful band to travel the globe and still keep their unique sound that everyone loves. U2 concerts across the world are usually sold out within a matter of hours and the lads from Dublin wanting to please all their fans have no worries of playing an extra gig wherever they are playing.
The Mystic Man of Music: Van Morrison
Van Morrison is a prolific singer-songwriter known for his soulful and spiritual music, blending genres like blues, jazz, and folk with his unique voice.
Melodic Irish Charm: The Music of Daniel O’Donnell
Daniel O’Donnell is a beloved Irish musician known for his smooth voice, heartfelt ballads, and warm personality that has won the hearts of many.
Traditional Irish Flute
Traditional Irish music would not sound the same without the wonderfully high notes from the Irish Flute. They have long been a fixture in Irish…
Rocking with The Boomtown Rats
The Boomtown Rats are an Irish rock band led by Bob Geldof, known for socially conscious lyrics and high-energy sound. Their hits, “I Don’t Like Mondays” and “Rat Trap,” propelled them to fame in the late 70s/early 80s, leaving a lasting legacy in the rock genre.
The Irish Language
Irish (Gaeilge) is an Indo-European language of the Celtic family. It is very similar to Scottish Gaelic (Gaidhlig) and Manx (Gaelg) and like them is…
Popular Sports Played In Ireland
By the 1800s in Ireland, there was a large decline in traditional Irish sports being played. A huge decline in the overall population had a…
Music Culture In Ireland
Music plays are a large part of Ireland’s culture and have done for many years. It’s not just about Irish traditional music but its also…
Traditional Drink of Irish Poitín
Poitín, Poteen, Mountain Dew, Mountain Tea, these are just some of the names given to this drink that was commonly distilled illegally. Brewed in the mountains…
How To Make A Hot Toddy (Irish Whiskey Punch)
The Hot Toddy, although traditionally a Scottish drink, it’s often made in Ireland to beat off man-flu or help with insomnia. A well made Hot…
Pubs In Ireland
Almost in any country, you’ll find an Irish pub where you can order an Irish drink, eat some Irish cuisines, and listen to Irish music…
The Irish Drinking Culture
Many people like to think of Irish people as the drunken Irish and have a stereotypical view that we simply drink a lot. There are…
Traditional Irish Dancing
We know very little about the origins of Irish dancing or when it first arrived in Ireland but we do know it has been here…