- Seán Cannon: Singer, guitarist (folk, traditional) from Galway City, County Galway. Born November 29, 1940. A member of The Dubliners since 1982 and later The Dublin Legends, Cannon is known for his soulful renditions of Irish folk songs like “Whiskey in the Jar.” He grew up in Galway’s musical community and has performed globally.
- Julie Feeney: Singer, composer, songwriter (pop, orchestral) from Galway City, County Galway. Born 1979. A multi-instrumentalist and self-producer, Feeney won the 2006 Meteor Choice Music Prize for her debut album 13 Songs. Known for albums like Pages and Clocks, she blends pop with orchestral elements and is based in Galway.
- Rita Keane: Traditional singer, accordionist from Caherlistrane, County Galway. Born December 31, 1922 Died June 28, 2009. A member of a renowned musical family, Rita was a key figure in the sean-nós tradition, performing with her sister Sarah. Her contributions preserved Galway’s traditional music heritage.
- Seán Keane: Singer, musician (sean-nós, traditional) from Caherlistrane, County Galway. Born August 24, 1961. Nephew of Rita Keane, Seán is celebrated for his sean-nós singing style and work with The Chieftains. His albums, like Turn a Phrase, showcase his emotive voice.
- Lasairfhíona Ní Chonaola: Singer-songwriter (sean-nós, folk) from Born on Inis Oírr, Aran Islands, County Galway. Born 1977. Deeply rooted in the sean-nós tradition, Lasairfhíona’s albums, like An Raicín Álainn, blend traditional and contemporary styles. She studied Celtic Studies at Trinity College Dublin.
- Darragh O’Dea: Singer-songwriter (folk, indie) from Tuam, County Galway. Known for his narrative lyrics depicting small-town Ireland, O’Dea is a rising star in Galway’s folk scene, performing at festivals and venues across Ireland.
- Tracy Bruen: Singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist (folk, indie) from Galway City, County Galway. A spellbinding vocalist, Bruen has toured extensively, blending folk and indie styles. Her work is celebrated for its emotional depth and instrumental versatility.
- Lōwli (Roisin Lowry): Singer-songwriter (pop, ethereal) from Galway City, County Galway. Lōwli creates a unique sound with ethereal vocal melodies, gaining recognition in Galway’s contemporary music scene. Her work blends pop with atmospheric elements.
- Pádraig Jack: Singer-songwriter (folk, bilingual) from Born on Inis Mór, Aran Islands, County Galway. A bilingual artist, Pádraig Jack’s music is influenced by the Aran Islands’ culture, blending Irish and English lyrics in a folk style. He performs at festivals and local venues.
- Dolores Keane: Singer (folk, traditional) from Sylane, Tuam, County Galway. Born September 26, 1953. A founding member of De Dannan, Keane is renowned for her emotive voice in songs like “Caledonia” and “The Island.” She is a key figure in Irish folk music and aunt to Seán Keane.
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County Galway:
Ireland’s county Galway offers a delightful mix of cultural heritage and coastal beauty, with Galway City’s Latin Quarter showcasing historic streets and traditional music venues. The Connemara National Park provides hiking trails through rugged mountains and bogs, while the Aran Islands offer ancient stone forts like Dún Aonghasa. Other favourite stop is ithe Kylemore Abbey’s Victorian gardens and coastal cliffs. Galway is Ireland’s second largest county by size (5,939 sq km) and fifth largest by population (277,737). Population peaked at 440,198 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 148,340 in 1966. In terms of hospitality, Galway is Ireland’s third most visited tourist county with around 1,028,000 international visitors per year.
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