Dublin date for The Whistlin’ Donkeys


The Whistlin’ Donkeys has said that ‘excitement is building’ ahead of their sold-out show in Dublin on Sunday. The six-man band, who have risen to fame and become one of the top music groups on the island, is set to celebrate St Patrick’s Day with a sell-out show in Vicar Street. The Whistlin’ Donkeys have […]

Paddy and Peter’s love for the showband days live on


THE memories of the showband era are fading with each passing year, but for Fermanagh’s Paddy McDermott and Peter Watson, it seems like only yesterday they were selling out London’s Royal Albert Hall. Today, Fermanagh’s the home to some of Ireland’s leading Country music stars. But at one time, the county’s showband business and bands were […]

Fermanagh folk duo Laytha on stage in Kansas


Fermanagh folk duo Laytha have been showcasing their talents in America. Cousins, Niamh Carney and Philana Nolan flew over to perform in Kansas in Folk Alliance International Conference. Niamh described the once in a lifetime experience, “Kansas was insane, we went over for Folk Alliance, which is the biggest folk showcase in the world, all […]

The Whistlin’ Donkeys confirm Easter shows


Fresh off the back of a major tour of Australia, the Whistlin’ Donkeys have confirmed they’ve an action-packed schedule planned with shows in some of Ireland’s biggest venues. The six-man band is set to celebrate St Patrick’s Day in style with what’s expected to be a sold-out show in Vicar Street in Dublin. The Whistlin’ […]

Singer Patrick to release new single


DONAGH singer Patrick Treacy is quickly establishing himself as one of the leading Country music acts and he’s set to release new music later this year. On Saturday, April 20, a large crowd is expected to turn out to the Donagh GAA clubhouse where the Fermanagh man will be launching his new single ‘Starting Out’. […]

Fermanagh Country stars to perform in Irvinestown


SOME of Fermanagh’s top Country music stars are set to unite for a special fundraising dance tomorrow night in aid of raising money for the Fermanagh Down Syndrome Group. Tomorrow (Thursday) night, Mahon’s Hotel in Irvinestown is set to play host to the fundraiser, which is aiming to raise proceeds for the non-profit organisation. Derrygonnelly […]

Local acts set for Kinawley concert


SOME of the leading Country music stars from Fermanagh and across the North are set to link up for a special show at the Kinawley Community Centre next month. On Friday, February 16, the popular venue will host a ‘Valentines Country Night’, with popular Country music singer and critic Sean Wallace confirmed as the MC […]

Talented O’Donnell family performs on RTE


  THE O’DONNELL SIBLINGS from Roslea were the pride of Fermanagh this week after RTE producers  discovered their talent for traditional music online. Aoife (15), twins Ciara and Olivia (12) along with their younger brother Aodhan (10) who are part of the Roslea Comhaltas branch were asked to perform on the set of Réalta agus […]

Amazing story of Ederney fiddler’s exploits Down Under


From Fermanagh to New Zealand, fiddler extraordinaire Charlie Montgomery delivers the gift of Irish traditional music to people half way across the world. Charlie was raised between Lack and Ederney, in the townland of Tiermacspird and has influenced the lives of many people with his exceptional talent. Self-taught as a youngster, he started playing by […]