Lúnasa with special guests Daoiri Farrell and Cathal Hayden
City Winery Philadelphia presents Lúnasa with special guests Daoiri Farrell and Cathal Hayden live on Wednesday, Mar 5 at 7:30pm
Kindly note there is a $25 minimum spend on food and beverage per person for this show. Enjoy food and drinks at your table during the show or in our restaurant or bar before or after the show. For more information, please see our FAQs.(opens in a new tab)
The celebrated Irish traditional band Lúnasa are joined by 2 legends of Irish music - Dublin folk singer Daoiri Farrell, winner of multiple BBC and RTÉ Folk Awards, and Co.Tyrone banjo and fiddle player, Cathal Hayden, founder of the band “4 Men & a Dog” and one of Ireland's most revered traditional musicians.
Named after an ancient Celtic harvest festival honoring the Irish god Lugh, Lúnasa was formed in 1997 by members of some of the most iconic Irish groups of the previous decade. With their intricate arrangements and innovative sound, the band redefined traditional Irish music, captivating audiences worldwide. Critics have praised their artistry, with The Irish Echo calling them “the hottest Irish acoustic band on the planet,” and MOJO dubbing them "the new gods of Irish music," noting their "thrilling rhythmic underlay." Billboard declared, “anybody who listens can’t help but find them contagious.”
Having performed more than 3000 shows across 36 countries, Lúnasa has become one of the most influential bands in traditional Irish music history. Their collaborations with artists like Natalie Merchant, Mary Chapin Carpenter, and Tim O’Brien, alongside performances at venues from Hollywood Bowl, Carnegie Hall to Glastonbury Festival, have cemented their place at the forefront of the genre.
Lúnasa’s stellar lineup includes Trevor Hutchinson (bass), known for his work with The Waterboys; Cillian Vallely (uilleann pipes), who has recorded with Bruce Springsteen and Ruben Blades; Kevin Crawford (flute), hailed as one of Ireland’s greatest; Sean Smyth (fiddle), an award-winning musician and member of Donal Lunny’s Coolfin; and Ed Boyd (guitar), renowned for his work with Flook, Kate Rusby, and Cara Dillon.(opens in a new tab)(opens in a new tab)
