- Charlie McGettigan: Singer-songwriter (folk, pop) from Ballyshannon, County Donegal; lives in Drumshanbo, County Leitrim. Born December 7, 1950. McGettigan won the Eurovision Song Contest in 1994 with “Rock ‘n’ Roll Kids” alongside Paul Harrington. His folk and pop songs reflect his Leitrim life, and he is a beloved figure in Ireland’s music scene.
- Cian Rock: Singer-songwriter (folk, pop) from Born and raised in Kiltyclogher, County Leitrim. A young artist, Rock combines traditional Irish influences with contemporary songwriting, performing at local venues and gaining recognition in Leitrim’s music community.
- Mick Mulvey: Traditional musician (flute, whistle) from Carrick-on-Shannon, County Leitrim. Born 1940s. Mulvey is a respected flautist in Leitrim’s traditional music scene, known for his performances at sessions and fleadh competitions, preserving the county’s musical heritage.
- Eleanor Shanley: Singer (folk, traditional) from Keshcarrigan, County Leitrim. Shanley is renowned for her soulful voice, collaborating with artists like De Dannan and Ronnie Drew. Her albums, such as Desert Heart, blend folk and traditional styles.
- Seamus Begley: Traditional musician (accordion, singer) from Leitrim (born in Kerry but spent significant time in Leitrim). Born 1949 Died January 9, 2023. A master accordionist, Begley was a key figure in traditional music, known for albums like The Bold Kerryman. His time in Leitrim connected him to the county’s music sessions.
- Mick (Michael) Blake: Singer-songwriter (folk) from County Leitrim. Blake’s songs address social injustice and local themes, resonating with Leitrim audiences. He performs at regional festivals and is part of the county’s folk scene.
- Packie Duignan: Traditional musician (flute) from Drumreilly, County Leitrim. Born 1922 Died 1992. A legendary flautist, Duignan’s recordings with fiddler Seamus Horan are cherished in traditional music circles. His style epitomized Leitrim’s flute tradition.
- Woven Skull: Experimental music collective (folk, drone) from Leitrim.
- Birth Dates: This group blends folk instruments like mandola with experimental drone, producing over 15 albums. Their outsider music has gained a cult following, showcasing Leitrim’s creative edge.
- John McKenna: Traditional musician (flute, fiddle) from Tarmon, Drumkeerin, County Leitrim. Born January 6, 1880 Died November 26, 1947. A pioneer of recorded Irish music, McKenna’s 1920s recordings in New York, like “The Buck in the Wood,” are seminal. He emigrated but remained tied to Leitrim’s music tradition.
- Ben Lennon: Traditional musician (fiddle) from Kiltyclogher, County Leitrim. Born 1928 Died 2009. A revered fiddler, Lennon’s gentle style influenced generations. His album The Frost Is All Over with his son Maurice captures Leitrim’s traditional sound.
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County Leitrim:
Ireland’s county Leitrim is a haven of waterways and unspoilt scenery, with the Shannon-Erne Waterway offering tranquil boating and fishing opportunities. Carrick-on-Shannon’s historic Costello Chapel and vibrant marina provide cultural and leisurely appeal, while Glencar Waterfall adds natural beauty. Leitrim is Ireland’s seventh smallest county by size (1,525 square km) and smallest by population (35,199). Population peaked at 155,297 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 25,057 in 1996. In terms of hospitality, Leitrim is Ireland’s 29th most visited tourist county with around 39,000 international visitors per year.
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