What a voice. Matthew shares one of those songs that has haunted me for years.
Author Wooden Ship
New Video by Rachel Hair and Ron Jappy
“Looking at a Rainbow Through a Dirty Window” from their album, Sparks. Composed by Calum Stewart. Beautiful.
The Trials of Cato’s “Hide and Hair” wins Best Album at the 2019 BBC Folk Awards.
Well-earned recognition for this hot new act. They just did a quick tour of the Northeast, their first trip to the US. They will be back for summer festivals and an autumn theater tour in 2020.
Here is what some others have to say:
“One of the real discoveries on the folk circuit in recent times” – Mark Radcliffe, BBC Radio 2
“Fascinating stuff” – Cerys Matthews, BBC 6 Music
“Swaggering… glossy results” – The Guardian
“One of the most impressive debut folk albums of the year ★★★★” – Songlines
“Full of verve… they delight festival audiences ★★★★” – RnR
“A band name on everyone’s lips… few debut albums have as much vitality and impact ” – fRoots
“The Trials of Cato are about to hit the earth’s atmosphere with a bang, so sit back and enjoy the fireworks” – FRUK
The Nordic Fiddlers Bloc celebrate 10 years!
Doing something unique is easy, but doing it really well is not so. The Nordic Fiddlers Bloc deliver with style.
Bill Jones joins Wooden Ship
Bill Jones has a wonderful new album that once again showcases the songwriting she is known for and her beautiful voice, Wonderful Fairytale. After taking a break to raise a family she is back performing around the world.
Irish dance comes to Wooden Ship
Very excited to be working with this wonderful group of dancers and musicians.
Hannah & Ben Promo video
This was for their recent tour of the US. Everything the put out is gorgeous.
Bon Débarras full show at Festival on the Green. Check it out…
Incredibly entertaining, Bon Débarras check all the boxes with singing, dancing and wonderful playing all done with a sense of humor and impeccable showmanship.
Low Lilly’s “10,000 Days Like These” wins best bluegrass song and fan favorite at the Indie Music Awards!!!
Well-earned recognition for a beautiful album of the same name. Low Lily have have written a great collection of songs and their amazing voices and impeccable playing bring it to life, on the CD and on stage.
Here is a video of them performing the song at Celtic Connections in Glasgow last year.
Matthew Byrne (w/ Teresa Ennis) – Long Years Ago
Matthew singing a tune he learned from his grandmother at the kitchen table. The song starts with his granny singing a verse before Matthew, Teresa and friends take over.
