Fairytale of New York was written by Shane MacGowan and Jem Finer and originally released in 1987 by The Pogues featuring Kirsty MacColl.
Though this song doesn’t include the sugary sentimentality of many holiday tunes, it is a Christmas standard…
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On June 18, 1875 a massive fire broke out at Malone’s Malt House in the Liberties district of Dublin, Ireland. The blaze spread quickly, and soon the large quantities of whiskey casks exploded, sending rivers of flaming liquor through the…
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"Going Out For One" by Gearoid McCarthy is a song deeply rooted in the everyday experiences of Irish social life, capturing the spontaneity and camaraderie of a night out. McCarthy, a rising star in the Irish folk scene, drew inspiration…
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"All of the Hard Day's Are Gone" is a song by Kevin McKrell from Upstate New York. He is best known as the founder of the Celtic folk band The McKrells, which became popular for their energetic performances and…
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"Body of an American" by The Pogues is a tune that blends traditional Irish folk music with punk rock elements. The song celebrates the life of a deceased Irish-American man, viewed through the eyes of one of his…
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"Rocky Road to Dublin" was written in the 19th century by poet D.K. Gavan about his personal experience traveling from his hometown of Tuam, County Galway to Liverpool, England by way of Dublin. His journey is marked by a series…
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"I'll Tell Me Ma," also known as "The Belle of Belfast City" or "The Wind," is a traditional children's song from Ireland. It is widely sung and has been popular for many generations.
The origins of "I'll Tell Me Ma"…
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The Irish Pub Song is a celebration of pubs and being able to find one in practically every corner of the world. Though pubs come in all shapes and sizes, most have very similar features and you are bound to…
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"The Rising of the Moon" is an Irish ballad recounting a battle between the United Irishmen, led by Wolfe Tone, against British forces during the Irish Rebellion of 1798.
The song tells the story of a secret meeting between Irish…
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"Don't Go for the One" by Gaelic Storm is a humorous and light-hearted song that recounts a comical misadventure with snails. The story unfolds as Harvey's is tasked with acquiring snails to impress his sister's French husband. Despite knowing he's…
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