3 Pints Gone
3 Pints Gone plays Celtic traditional-style folk songs and sea shanties at bars, Celtic fairs and events internationally. Their distinctive sound is full of high energy and harmony-rich arrangements, leaving the audience feeling like old friends.
Ger O’Donnell
The Ger O Donnell has exploded onto the folk scene in recent years with several number one hits at home and a wealth of solo and collaborative performances. His international tours have brought authentic Irish folk music to stages all over the world.
Madison Pipes and Drums
Madison Pipes and Drums is a non-profit organization for the purpose of education and entertainment through the promotion of Celtic music and heritage.
The Currach
Madison Irish quartet performing old school traditional Celtic tunes on fiddle, guitar, and bodhran.
Trinity Irish Dancers
International touring ensemble with musicians Katie Grennan, Steven Rutledge, Brendan Forrest, and Sean Carolan.
Irish Fest Artists
Conor Mellon and the Unearthed
Conor Mallon Band comprises the all-star line-up of Paul Starrett; Electric Guitar, Jack Warnock; Acoustic Guitar/ Vocals and Fintan Mulholland; Bodhran/ Whistles. With Lynette Fay of BBC Radio Ulster praising the performance at the NI Music Prize as a “Mesmerising Live Performance”.
Lilies of the Midwest
The Lilies of the Midwest are a trio of Irish traditional musicians in the Madison, WI area.
Síle Shigley
Síle Shigley plays a wide selection of traditional and new folk music, including Americana, bluegrass, acoustic blues, Celtic and Nordic, with frequent highlights from Wisconsin artists.
The Kissers
The Kissers bring a fresh, original kick to Celtic music. Forged during legendary Monday nights at Madison’s O’Cayz Corral, and honed through 1000 nights on the road, their sound blends sharp musicianship, black humor and the lilt and lyricism of the ancient melodies. Rock musicians who learned Irish music, The Kissers explore the roots of that tradition while retaining their own unique essence.
Brendan Forrest
Brendan “B” Forrest is an award-winning Americana Artist coming to the Fest from rural southwest Colorado. He and his band have released a new acoustic project consisting of seasoned veterans: Seán Carolan (founding member of jamband Mungion, Trinity Irish Dance) on upright bass, and Ben Zorn (of River Valley Rangers) on fiddle and mandolin with John Lennon Songwriting competition winner Forrest on flatpicking guitar, and vocals. They will be joined by multi award winning recording artist and performer, C-Bob Elliot on banjo and world touring percussionist Steven Rutledge on drums.
Lochanside
With bagpipes, guitar, fiddle, celtic whistle, and a bodhran drum, we play Scottish music, everything from centuries old traditional songs and upbeat dance tunes to new celtic music coming out of Scotland today.
SlipJig
Slipjig plays music of the Celtic nations, featuring fiery dance tunes, sweet airs & rich harmonies.
Trinity Irish Dance Academy
Founded by Mark Howard in 1982, Trinity has set numerous competitive records and thrilled audiences worldwide with its innovative approach and attention to detail. Trinity won America’s first world championship team title in 1987, proceeding to break the record and bring home the first gold for the United States in all three team categories. Trinity’s competitive success catapulted the academy to national and international stardom, altering the course of the Irish dance landscape worldwide.