- Hozier (Andrew Hozier-Byrne) from Bray, County Wicklow: Born March 17, 1990. Singer-songwriter known for his soulful folk-blues hit “Take Me to Church” (2013), a multi-platinum single addressing love and social issues. Recorded in his parents’ attic in Bray, his music blends religious and literary themes.,,
- Róisín Murphy from Arklow, County Wicklow: Born July 5, 1973. Singer-songwriter and producer, rose to fame with trip-hop duo Moloko (“Sing It Back”). Her solo albums, like Ruby Blue (2005) and Overpowered (2007), blend pop and electronica, earning critical acclaim.,,
- Ina Boyle from Enniskerry, County Wicklow: Born March 8, 1889, died March 10, 1967. Composer, Ireland’s most prolific female composer before 1950. Known for choral, chamber, and orchestral works like The Magic Harp (1919) and Wildgeese (1942), though many remain unpublished.
- Luan Parle from Wicklow Town, County Wicklow: Born circa 1980s. Singer-songwriter blending folk and pop. Signed with Sony Music, she recorded her debut album at age 12. Known for hits like “Ghost” and performances at Irish festivals.
- Tara Blaise from London, raised in Aughrim, County Wicklow: Born March 1, 1975. Pop, folk, and rock singer, known for albums like Dancing on Tables Barefoot (2005). Her single “Fool’s Gold” gained traction in Ireland and Europe.
- Sonny Condell from Newtownmountkennedy, County Wicklow: Born July 1, 1949. Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, member of folk-rock bands Tír na nÓg and Scullion. Known for solo hits like “Down in the City” (1977), covered internationally.
- Órla Fallon from Knockananna, County Wicklow: Born August 24, 1974. Celtic singer and harpist, former member of Celtic Woman. Her albums, like My Land (2011), blend traditional Irish music with contemporary styles.
- Josh Gray from Wicklow Town, County Wicklow: Born circa 1990s. Singer-songwriter in the pop-folk genre, known for his debut single “We Should Run.” An emerging talent, he’s performed across Ireland and gained attention post-Louis Walsh mentorship.
- David Boland from Wicklow Town, County Wicklow: Born circa 1980s. Singer-songwriter described as a “musical yogi,” blending melodic and introspective styles. Active in Wicklow’s local music scene with a growing following.
- Kendal Moody from Glen of Imaal, County Wicklow: Born circa 1990s. Indie singer-songwriter, released debut album Down to the Bone. Known for incorporating folk and alternative influences, she’s a rising star in Ireland’s indie scene.
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County Wicklow:
Ireland’s county Wicklow is known as the Garden of Ireland for its lush landscapes, with Glendalough’s monastic ruins and round tower set amidst serene lakes and valleys. The Wicklow Mountains National Park offers hiking trails with stunning views, while Powerscourt Estate’s manicured gardens and waterfall add natural elegance. Other attractions include the coastal paths of Bray. Wicklow is Ireland’s 17th largest county by size (,025 sq km) and 16th largest by population (155,851). Population peaked at 126,143 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 57,591 in 1926. In terms of hospitality, Wicklow is Ireland’s twelfth most visited tourist county with around 204,000 international visitors per year.
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