Show Notes
our members of The Bonny Men join us in the snug for a lively conversation about friendship, family, and the unique chemistry behind one of Ireland's most exciting traditional bands.From rehearsals in the Ó Casaide family home to packed festival stages, the band reflects on how two sets of siblings and a close-knit group of lifelong friends created a sound inspired by the greats while carving out a musical identity all of their own.
They share stories from school days in Dublin, the influence of the Bothy Band, the challenge of arranging music for eight musicians, and why keeping the band together after more than a decade still feels as special as ever.
There's plenty of laughter, backstage stories, memories of competitions, and a glimpse into the recording of their upcoming fourth album. 🎻 Topics include:The origins of The Bonny Men. Growing up in one of Ireland's great musical schools. Recording their fourth studio album. The art of arranging music for eight musicians. Lifelong friendships through traditional music. Why playing together still feels as exciting as day one
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Lynette Fay is back in the snug at Madden’s for Episode 55, joined by one of Ireland’s most distinctive and celebrated traditional singers, "Karan Casey".Karan chats to Lynette about her journey through Irish music, from growing up in Waterford to her time in New York and her years as the lead singer of "Solas", before establishing an acclaimed career as a solo artist.They talk about the songs and stories that have shaped her, the importance of using music to tell meaningful stories, and a life spent performing and collaborating with musicians around the world.🎧 Listen now and don’t forget to follow and subscribe to Music at Madden’s for more conversations from the heart of Belfast’s traditional music scene.
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